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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1889
Page
1
Clashing headlines and jubilant notes run through editorials as Democratic gains and GOP setbacks prompt calls for party discipline and potential redistricting maneuvers in Ohio. The St Paul Globe and Mitchell papers tout advantage shifts while Republican voices warn against intra party strife.
The Alexandria Herald notes a contest for Judge DeWolfe’s successor amid admission turmoil. It flags disgraceful proceedings by Republicans and predicts Pierre and Chamberlain as sites for two new land offices, urging settlers deserve federal support and facilities.
Wanamaker favors abolishing the third-class label and applying the fourth-class rate to all mail, aiming to streamline service. A second concern urges preventing merchandise from arriving looking damaged after long journeys, especially with Christmas traffic looming.
The excerpt argues that the core flaw of temperance legislation lies in public indifference to law enforcement. It blames both lawmakers and enforcers for this lax attitude and notes people seek personal gain by breaking laws while avoiding accountability. It asserts that cultivating respect for authority could solve many problems.
The Sioux City Journal reports that Iowa’s prohibition stance did not secure party victories in several districts. In one race third-party voters backed an anti-prohibition candidate, another district saw a close defeat for a pro prohibition Republican, and a third saw a prominent prohibitionist lose to a rival. The paper argues repeal of prohibitory laws this winter will partly be the third parties’ fault.
A New York Press writer contrasts Wanamaker with predecessors Vilas and Dickinson, noting his methodical, businesslike reforms. He has held extensive conferences with rail mail superintendents and postmasters, personally inspected key offices, and studied mail collection and distribution, marking a sharp departure from prior political maneuvering.
The Republican asserts its past and future policy endure under scrutiny against the Gazette and Anron- LICAN criticisms. It pledges to face arbitration of motives, touting six daily presences in Mitchell and inviting residents to judge its character and course.
Miss Gwyneath King is appointed instructor in the Desarte system at the state university in Vermillion. She is the daughter of Hon. John King of Rapid City and has studied at Yankton College and in eminent eastern colleges. Her eloquence and character are praised as a strong fit for the department.
The piece mocks Democratic reactions to big wins and argues testimony from a veteran ground observer shows tariff concerns helped defeat Larrabee. It notes Hutchison ran as the Republican candidate for governor and references vetoes of legislature enacted laws affecting business interests.
H M Hoon traveled from Woonsocket to Plankinton and reports strong success in the past week soliciting subscriptions for Camp's Emigrants' Guide in Woonsocket and towns northward.
The article recounts King David gathering materials for the Temple and Solomon's rise to the throne at Jerusalem. It highlights Solomon's request for wisdom to judge the people and God's generous reward of wisdom, riches, and honor, with the dream in Gibeon and the connection to righteousness and peace through Jesus.
R G Dun reports a strong and unprecedented volume of business with crops at or near record yields. Wheat and corn supplies rise, cotton and oats exceed previous tallies, meat demand grows, and bank clearings surge. Iron furnace capacity hits a record weekly output while production abroad mirrors U S gains.
The jury found Stensgaard not guilty in the St Paul real estate matter. Judge Willis ordered the discharge of the prisoner after the verdict was delivered.
The Gogebie Robber and Murderer Sen tenced for Life. Holzhay convicted and sentenced in a Michigan case. The report also covers a large Alabama illicit distillery raid, detentions of two youths, and a series of unrelated national brief items including Porter letters, Bell telephone matter, diphtheria outbreak in Indiana, and Bhownageer Maharajah inquiry.
London reports say a republic has been proclaimed in Rio de Janeiro with Senor Da Fonseca as president. Imperial ministers are jailed, but loyalties favor Dom Pedro at Petropolis. Provisional government promises protection to the emperor family as business halts amid unrest.
London reports a Rio de Janeiro upheaval tied to the emancipation decree pushed by Princess Isabelle. The article notes long liberal monarchic rule in Brazil and discontent with Dom Pedro’s leadership, suggesting the slave issue and succession fears spark a broader republican current in South America.
A Washington report cites Brazilian sources saying the revolution is military in nature and limited by few troops outside Rio. About 6,000 in Rio, with up to 10,000 scattered. leader Cian Fonseca accused of insubordination, court martial proposed but blocked by the emperor. Parliament meets next week. abdication possible. Cable control may delay news. August election referenced.
A circulating report from Rio de Janeiro says Brazil may hold a plebiscite on the future form of government. The minister of marine was wounded by rebel soldiers, not killed as earlier reports claimed. Brazilian securities dropped 8 percent on the London market amid the revolution.
Intense crowds fill Judge McConnell’s courtroom as James Clancy, NY Herald reporter, testifies about Cronin case. He recalls O Sullivan's reactions and Mahoney connections while describing steps to identify the body and prior statements. Defense motions follow as testimony unfolds. Also reports Colorado missing child and Las Vegas snowbound crews feared dead.
About 500 men idle as Rosedale Bitumen workers strike for 2.10 a day while Brazil Black Coal mine seeks to enroll 1,000 more. The 2.00 daily rate under yearly agreement is cited as the dispute's baseline.
Informal questions raise whether the act of Sept 4 allowing 590000 acres for public improvements remains valid. The land department has not ruled, with possible appeal to the secretary and courts if the commission or secretary sides against the preemption provision. The issue centers on legal interpretation and potential effects on settlers and railroad rights.
A fragmented report notes Pillsbury Mills Limited and related operations in London with profits tied to production in Minneapolis. The account mentions a six year period, a total net provision, and an unsettled distribution of earnings amid ongoing corporate activity.
The readable lines describe countertesters working near signs in a district, mentioning PALES, 8. D. Sov ISA, and a small payment of 5 fils. The text hints at a transactive scene with multiple thousand items and stock activity in the vicinity, but details are unclear.
Assistant Secretary and Attorney General shield a hearing over patents to the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul line. Parties include Houghton and others challenging, tied to 3000 acres of lead claims in Northern Wisconsin. Britto and Gray for the railroad. decision reserved.
In Hanover Ul Iowa a fatal stabbing followed a dispute at a house dance eight miles from the city. Calvin Young and Hart Murpin argued over precedence. Young drew a knife and stabbed Murpin, who died within minutes. Young was arrested and jailed. The suspect is a 60-year-old unmarried farmer.
Nov 18 reports the court has enabled the jury to decide after the defense and prosecution presented remarks. Folzhay showed little reaction to counsel but closely observed every move. A verdict is expected within hours.
Workmen attempting to thaw frozen dynamite at a forge on Cambridge Street caused a massive blast. The force of the explosion blew the forge to pieces and damaged several nearby houses, but miraculously no injuries were reported.
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