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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1887
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices for one year in advance six months and three months, requests address changes to be sent to the office, and states advertising rates. It includes rates for business cards up to six lines at five dollars per year, extra lines at one dollar, local ads ten cents per line, and five cents for each insert. Marriage and death notices are published free. obituaries and related items cost five cents per line.
An editorial urges Davison county farmers to settle lands as crop variety proves soil fertility. It argues that low land prices will not recur, settling now boosts property values, and organized effort this winter could bring railroads and factories as demand grows. It calls for action to grow the county population and economy.
Attorneys claim the recent election is invalid due to failure to publish required notice for three or four weeks in the county official paper. Both sides will present the case to Judge Tripp for a final decision to prevent further litigation. Laws cited are 1887 chapters 51 section 5 and 70 section 1.
The Dakota returns show about a 13 000 majority territory wide for division. Proponents claim the stay at home vote still favored the majority, while Hanson county kept local option and Alexandria Herald condemns liquor at polls as illegal and vows arrests. The city saw no obvious electioneering by anti prohibition factions at the polls.
Minnesota residents push to secure the 1888 Republican National Convention in Minneapolis. A committee including Judge Edgerton will travel to Washington in December to present Minneapolis claims to the Republican National Committee, hoping delegates will visit and learn about Dakota’s needs.
Clay county backed the measure by five votes and local option by almost one hundred, as the Vermillion Republican opposed both propositions. The bitter campaign against prohibition and other causes ends, leaving observers wary of ongoing meddling in public affairs.
Oliver urges the town to shed political and newspaper quarrels to secure harmony essential for growth and to attract a railroad that will put the town on the front rank of progress.
Oregon voters defeated a proposed prohibition amendment to the state constitution, blocking a change that would restrict alcohol controls. The outcome keeps existing constitutional language intact and reflects legislative and public opposition to the measure.
A majority of 83 votes places Douglass County on the anti prohibition list in South Dakota. The result marks a shift in local stance on temperance policies amid ongoing debates across the state.
The Grand Forks Herald states there is no organized effort by city business leaders to attack or undermine the local option law in Grand Forks.
The license board of Grand Forks County will challenge the constitutionality of the local option law and has enjoined the official canvass of the vote.
The Minnesota railroad commissioners ordered the Northern Pacific and Manitoba lines to reduce passenger tariffs to three cents per mile. The directive aims to lower travel costs and standardize pricing across the two railroad systems.
Corrected returns from Grand Forks county show a Prohibition majority as do Pembina and Walsh counties in North Dakota indicating a regional lead for the anti liquor measure.
The Burleigh county election records show no provision for judges of election to receive division ballots yet sixty four votes were cast with 42 for and 22 against the division proposal.
Open endorsement of corrupt methods in the New York election draws amusement as President Cleveland seeks to secure mugwump support in Massachusetts.
The strongest eastern newspapers conclude that John Sherman shows more strength than any other presidential candidate based on the recent Ohio and New York results.
The table of majorities for division provides readable interest for South Dakota towns and newspapers that have mocked Mitchell and Davison county in the past.
The St Paul Globe defends Commissioner Mc Clure in the dispute over his move from Bismarck to Pierre and states he may leave if he chooses. The paper calls the wrangle unseemly and suggests the issue is resolved by his choice.
The Bloomington Courier prints striking illustrations to celebrate the election outcome in Charles Mix county. The drawings show a dull hatchet and a hickory slab as a visual metaphor, making the point clear as daylight.
In the editorial view, pending the court settlement of the disputed election, residents should quit discussing the matter and continue work. Mitchell will proceed regardless of the outcome, and the city should maintain the past two years of harmony and growth.
Minnehaha county canvass claims that the required notice of election was not published in the official paper. Opposing side argues no true official paper exists, only papers paid by the commissioners for certain work.
The Grand Forks Plaindealer concedes the public vote favors division and urges the democratic party to accept the result or declare it ignored. The paper predicts the party will adopt the division stance, concluding the question is settled by the voters.
The piece argues the Democratic win in New York came from heavy spending and corrupt methods against a weak opponent. It warns Republicans not to be discouraged and offers suggestions to party managers aimed at winning the state next year.
The Washington Sentinel argues the New York result hinged on the popularity of a German brewer and Republican missteps over prohibition. It questions so called friends who claim credit for the win and predicts the state’s loyalty next year may be doubtful without those factors.
Gen. Jackson, a firebrand in the Democratic camp, visits Senator Thurman after criticism of his remarks. He declares he would secede from the union or his native state rather than abandon a lost cause, expressing a fierce, conscience driven stance.
The Northwest welcomes Sparks's removal from the general land office as a major relief for settlers. The policy disrupted past rulings and property rights, causing widespread injustice. A successor must understand the land department and protect settlers from further missteps and office-fueled favoritism.
Redfield Journal reports Mitchell carried division 557 to 79 while Davison County totals reached 1,013 for and 179 against. The piece denounces rival slander and asserts the vote occurred without speeches or organizational influence, challenging persistent legislature and convention accusations.
Col Tyner, recently out of the post office and militia, turns to politics with a lengthy Pioneer Press piece critiquing every real and imaginary Dakota congressional candidate. He argues electioneering is heavy and hints a dark horse could win at the last moment.
Chauncey M. Depew said that western cities are debating government survival and that liberty requires law. He warned that tyranny threatens more from vengeance of a free people than from police or army. He called the United States largely secure despite dangers.
The Pioneer Press argues the Sparks removal eases the administration’s burden and protects Secretary Lamar’s dignity, noting the raids on frontier settlers’ character and property were used for political capital and left titles confused and impaired.
A letter calls for a proper and respectful approach to presenting Dakota claims to Congress, noting it lacks signers. The writer questions the movement's methods and urges the initiators to publish their names and abandon bushwhacking tactics.
Advocates of admission avoided a direct clash with divisionists during a special election on a crucial Dakotan issue. The Aberdeen convention push should remain with its natural sponsors, the democrats and the huckster republicans.
The upcoming Congress faces a senate contest in Indiana where Turpie holds a certificate of election by one vote after a fierce legislative fight Harrison claims fraud affected the result.
A brief note describes the continuing impact of a disastrous policy, with visible signs in public life and local reaction. It cites community worry and ongoing debate about future steps.
In a late report from Huronite the arrester appears to be effective as work completes. The description notes a bright spark or flash observed, with claims of improved performance and reliability. Local observers weigh the significance of the development for ongoing safety measures.
A tabular statement summarizes late election results. It notes figures from twenty six of eighty two counties with five counties still unreported and acknowledges potential light corrections in the figures. The compilation relies on local newspapers.
An Omaha grocery house faced Indian commissioner criticism for selling lemon extract with alcohol to Winnebago and Omaha Indians. The measure cites U S statutes banning alcoholic mixtures to red men and stiff penalties for violations. The issue hinges on citizenship status and whether tribal affiliations affect beverage access.
Fragmentary line references a prospective prerogative and a path toward extinguishing a great reservation. No clear people, dates, or places are readable. the note reads as a legal or policy statement fragment about power to end an area’s status.
Sparks has resigned and Higgins returns to duty in the appointment clerk's office. The president is urged to note the shift as Democrats may need Massachusetts votes next year with mugwumps in the Bay State to be conciliated.
A Washington report traces a diamond theft alleged last winter from Mrs. Scott Townsend. It identifies a servant as thief who fled to California and seeks $5,000 to return the jewels. Governor Crosby contemplates prosecuting initial reporters and a prominent newspaper writer.
In Savannah Georgia the Independent Presbyterian Church refused to make Reverend Leonard Woolsey Bacon its permanent pastor by a 185 to 119 vote. Bacon faced opposition over advanced views on race and northern political leanings, amid a fiery dispute over a July sermon referencing Lee and Lincoln.
The Dakota political scene reacts as Sparks resigns after clashing with Secretary Lamar over internal orders. Supporters credit Sparks with strong stance while critics blame egotism and mismanagement. The dispute ends with Lamar suggesting resignation and a presidential decision.
The notice contrasts a thief’s arrest with relief over a disease’s decline, urging use of Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery to combat kidney and liver disorders. Drug gists.
A large audience assembled at Rutland Vermont as the August 26, 1887 report describes a lively gathering for Uncle Tom's Gabin with local attendees and notable participants present.
The Rutland audience last night witnessed Abbeys double company present Uncle Tom's Cabin with new scenes and strong performances. The Hyer sisters impressed as Topsys and the tragic scenes of sale, Eva’s death, and fathers’ fate drew thrilling, natural depictions enhanced by fine orchestral music. All praised the ensemble and urged others to attend Thanksgiving night.
Woman seeks employment with her board while attending school and asks interested parties to contact Mrs. J Palmer near the university for inquiries.
Public notice announces foreclosure of a Mitchell Dakota mortgage held by Mary M Martindale on the Gale property lot 9 block 8 in Mitchell. It states a due balance of 4800.34 dollars, 250 dollar attorney fee, sale set for December 31 1887 at 10 oclock a m at the Mitchell courthouse front door, with bids paid in cash. It also includes a land patent notice for Kate Crompton final proof in December 1887 and witness list.
Judgment of foreclosure issued October 1887 directs sale of the southeast quarter section 30, township 100, range 62 West, Davison County, Dakota Territory. Sale set November 19, 1887 at Mitchell front court door. Costs accrue from judgment date. Parties include Amos Durten and Carroll. sheriff R. Starches. attorney F. L Borey. Also land patent notices for Henry J. Booth and F. Blackman with witnesses listed for final proof in Mitchell Dak.
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