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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1891
Page
10
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The piece notes Major McKinley’s large Ohio gubernatorial victory and a Republican legislature while predicting a Populist surge led by Peffer Simpson and Mrs Lease. It questions reformers and flags barnacle-like selfish ambition and jealousy as dangerous traits in political life.
The St Paul jobbers sent 214 threshing outfits to aid farmers in North Dakota and Minnesota as vast crops demanded work. Railroads from the city moved the machinery with 8 885 laborers at reduced rates to man the machines, a record any city or corporation might be proud of and farmers in the northwest will remember the aid in their hour of need.
President Polk declares the Alliance rejects Harrison Blaine Cleveland Hill and any man not fully aligned with Alliance views. The Indianapolis conference moves to bring the Alliance into politics, a development already seen in the state, with the outcome to be watched closely.
In Florida two editors on bonds to keep the peace exchange threats and pistols over a rival's writings. In Minnesota a publisher wins $500 in libel damages against a former candidate, with litigation shown as a slower but lawful remedy. The piece notes violence and lawsuits as rival methods of settling disputes.
Conklins Dakotian notes that several men holding office refused to assist the state central committee in the last campaign. It urges firing such delinquents and demands a report from Chairman Clough listing names and financial results of both campaigns to ensure fairness and stimulate discussion of both sides.
The Madison Leader contests credit claimed by President Greene of the Republican State League for his role in the recent election. The paper hints at possible jealousy behind the attacks and notes that THE REPUBLICAN’s remarks about Mr. Isreene were voluntary.
The State Alliance debates keeping the Dakota Ruralist as official organ with limited dues allocation and option for members to choose a Reform paper. President Loucks faces criticism for combining politics and business while his salaries are cut from 2400 to 1800, reflecting a push for cost restraint and reform.
The association in Springfield resolutions denounces monopolies and the organized liquor traffic. It calls for repeal of all license laws at state and national levels and opposes government involvement with the liquor business. It favors uniting efforts to end saloon influence on a non political basis and shifts focus to moral controls.
In a New York City speech Secretary Foster argues no lasting solution to the silver question without an international parity with gold. He warns against Europe’s free coinage belief and says a shared use of silver and agreed ratios could stabilize the world’s monetary base.
The local Independent accuses opponents of lying about last year's and this year's Fourth Ward votes. It cites last year’s 71 straight Republican ballots and this year’s 68 tolley votes, noting most Republican votes were polled except for two out-of-town individuals. It asserts official canvass shows Pickler 109, Gamble 105, Zipp 20, Leavitt 23, with Democrats similar, and Preston leading the legislative tally with 120. The Republican party calls the counterclaim a deliberate lie and demands a prompt refutation.
A Legislative Committee examined baking powders in Minnesota. Dr. Benjamin I. Drew of the Dairy and Food Commission testified Royal Baking Powder leads in carbonic acid gas content and longevity, earning praise as one of the best powders made. Rev. and Mrs. H. D. Wiard depart for California where he becomes State Superintendent of Congregational mission work. The Wiards leave a strong front in Mitchell and South Dakota Congregationalism, with support from many friends.
The New York Journal explains that carbonate of ammonia has long been used by bakers to produce fine bread and cake. It is an old and healthful constituent of baking powders that releases gas when heated and leaves no residue in food, giving it value as a leavening agent per physicians.
William Allen and Miss Rosa Barth were married at Woonsocket Tuesday evening with Rev. J. H. Babcock officiating. A reception followed in the court house hall. Both are well known in Mitchell and have many friends who wish them happiness.
Completing Their Title, Bassett of Minneapolis and Huntting of McGregor are in the city to perfect title to free claims in the Schlund neighborhood north of Mt. Vernon. They say they are visiting the state for the first time in years and are impressed by property prospects.
Geo F. Morgan of Parkersburg Iowa asks for the annual cost to carry THE MITCHELL CAPITAL for one year and requests details on the amount due.
A Big Day for Tree Claima, W. C. Baker, editor of the Grand Forks Herald, and for whom Baker's township in this county was named, Arion A. Baker, his father, and Henry N. Baker, his brother, both of Indepen
In the city today several claimants proved up timber claims in the township. Bas sett and Huntting, noted yesterday, also completed proofs before the land office. Five timber proofs were made between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
A social gathering at Anton Koch’s home ends with light disorder and a minor legal clash led by Judge Powers. The piece notes local traffic of people, moving of Mrs. Comfort, stock dealer activity, school matters, and regional grain movements amid a late fall snow.
The piece notes several named figures including Messrs. Post of Georgia Harper of Illinois and Schilling of Chicago later Milwaukee left the state after guiding local voters. It contrasts their pay with local workers stuck paying paper hotel and rail costs while claiming reformers and Republicans show ingratitude.
Woonsocket Times defends the Australian ballot as a reform it says was authored by Senator Preston of Davison county with Col. Sheare. amended and passed by a Republican senate. It faults the Independent party for not influencing its creation and rebukes claims by the News of independent involvement.
D W Collins touts the T G Mandt wagon as the finest wagon sold in Mitchell. He notes its patent steel axle and dust band hub, calling it worth $5 to any man to own one for his farm and inviting inspection of the carload arrival.
Brookings trustees authorize five winter Farmers Institutes across the state with college faculty assistance. Local communities fund room, heat, printing, and travel for speakers. Institute directors list includes MacLouth Foster Ketfer Orcutt Shepard Phillips Frost Wheaton Aldrich and Waters with Wheaton as director. inquiries go to Brookings SD.
Joseph Haskins moved from New Bismarck to Davison county and farmed near Mitchell. He subscribed to The Mandell Capital and reported 35 acres of wheat yielding 840 bushels at 75 cents a bushel with other crops in proportion. Haskins, previously in Burleigh county, Montana, and New York state, is satisfied with the move.
List of uncalled letters for week ending Oct 24 1891 at Mitchell post office includes J M O’Brien J F McVay Miss J C Olson Mrs W Meyers Rasmus Fitze Gustav Watson J B. Advertised requests needed. unclaimed letters after two weeks go to dead letter office. Brandreth's Pills advertised as blood purifier and remedy.
Office of County Auditor Davison County South Dakota invites sealed proposals for building a barn at the poor farm. Bids accepted until 10 oclock a m Saturday Nov 28 1891. Plans and specifications on file at the auditor's office. By order of the county board R T Robinson Auditor.
Chas Fetch plans to operate a first class market two doors south of the Republican office in a few days. Mr Fetch will buy poultry and stock. Ward and Lehman will handle new and second hand furniture and sell stock on commission. An auction occurs every Saturday at the Farmer's Sheds.
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