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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1892
Page
7
The Mitchell Capital prints subscription details and advertising rates, notes free obituaries and wedding notices, and provides a political recap of the 1890s era with references to McKinley, free silver, and South Dakota figures. It lists local interests and potential future members of the next House.
The season opens with cold blustery conditions as weather reports shout gales and blizzards from several Dakota locations, yet actual conditions reveal no storm. Officials say the claims overstate the weather.
The text suggests Tammany's need to corroborate a tale that Cleveland allegedly told its leaders before the election about refusing to make pledges to anyone. It contrasts this stance with Tammany's reputation and efforts to back the Democratic ticket.
Eastern correspondents report widespread rumors of conflict over patronage amid the upcoming Democratic administration. Observers note Mr Cleveland has reportedly snubbed many prominent Democrats, with speculation likely to intensify until Congress convenes.
In Brookings County a split within the Independent camp is exposed as two hundred supporters could boost the party if united while about fifty may derail it. The Independent plans to back core principles but rejects actions of self appointed leaders and asks which outfit should lead.
The Sioux City Journal counts eleven Republican congressmen by including Capt. Lucas once auditor of the state, while the Huron tallys the scene differently. Several victorious Iowa Republicans hold personal interests tied to South Dakota.
The Gazette debates party power in the county race noting Republican control in the legislature, rails at fusion with Democrats and indep ents, and questions who influenced John K Johnson’s defeat. It cites John R Lowe and the railroad funding and contrasts timely returns from THE REPUBLICAN and CAPITAL with later reports from the People's organ.
J R Lowe, Ruralist editor and South Dakota delegate, describes the Memphis Alliance convention. He notes loyalty to Ocala Indianapolis lines, harmony except over presidential election, McCune speech proving Alliance loyalty, push to grow membership and educate voters, and the party alignment with the People’s Party in the South. Also lists uncalled letters in Mitchell and a closing remark about Grover Cleveland sentiment.
A survey notes many Mitchell women hold jobs across town in stores offices and professions. Mrs Thompson, Grace Mark, Rosa Cloud, Leona Dix and many others are cited in retail banking teaching dressmaking photography and dentistry. The piece highlights growing female employment in business and public schools.
In a Reasons For National Defeat interview Mr Scriven argues the Republican party’s long control bred unease. He blames Democrats and Independents for pointing to a “robber high tariff” and notes many young voters doubt the tariff, making victory unlikely this year. He then hints at Greene’s compliment and shifts to state politics.
Mitchell shoppers are urged to prepare for winter with a broad inventory at P T McGovern's offering underwear including union suits and wool varieties, plus ladies tights jackets cloaks furs shawls and a premium for cash buyers. The store promises a large dress goods line and assorted footwear and blankets.
A supporter lauds P. T. McGovern as state Republican chairman candidate while urging swift rail reform in South Dakota. He cites high coal freight, discriminatory passenger rates, and Milwaukee fare-refund rule as examples of wrongful practices. He pledges to back conservative yet decisive legislation to address these injustices.
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