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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1916
Page
2
A column argues against overemphasis on intricate classical music at the Corn Palace. It says audiences prefer simple melodies and urges balance, noting South Dakota crowds would tolerate educated offerings if the rest pleases listeners. The piece also critiques railroad accounting and the railways’ claimed profits versus actual value.
United States Senator Knute Nelson campaigned in Sunburg Minnesota branding the Underwood tariff a failure and criticizing President Wilson. He argued the war boosted Democratic fortunes, claimed Wilson sought to dominate Congress, and said the administration would have caused greater industrial hardship without wartime demand.
George S. Weever of the George Washington National Highway Society visits Mitchell for talks on routing the Savannah to Seattle highway through the city. The proposed diagonal route would pass Savannah Chattanooga Omaha Sioux City Mitchell and reach the Bad Lands Black Hills Yellowstone Glacier and Puget Sound, linking national highways for peacetime transport and wartime supply. Weever, nicknamed 94-Hour Weever, will base in Mitchell while canvassing towns east from Presho to Sioux Falls amid broad local backing for the road.
The South Dakota Methodist general conference at Watertown shows strong support for Dakota Wesleyan graduates and its educational influence. Missionary work from Wesleyan alumni is highlighted with reports on China and South American efforts, plus potential staff moves and next-year plans pointing to Pierre as the 1917 convention site.
The late examination for state and first grade teachers certificates in South Dakota shows a higher pass rate than July. Of 651 applicants, 29 sought state certificates and 682 sought first grade certificates. 307 certificates were granted including 10 state 98 first grades 123 second grades and 69 third grades. 844 failed.
Superintendent C. H. Lugg explains that many who failed already held Second and Third grade certificates. Since the exam was for First grades, no certificates were issued to them.
Rep. Royal C. Johnson of Aberdeen opened the Republican campaign in the Second district before a large Clark County fair audience. He attacked the Wilson administration and Democratic program, criticizing the administration for war policies in Mexico and for numerous federal appropriations while urging voters to consider Republican principles and the candidate Hughes.
Kadoka hosts the cornerstone ceremony for Mount Moriah lodge with acting grand master Chas. L. Brockway of Sioux Falls in charge assisted by Deputy Grand Master Fred Rugg and others. About 70 masons and a large crowd witness two anthems, Brockway’s address on symbolism, then a wild game banquet at Hotel Dakotah with toastmaster George Philip.
Jay A. Dundas, former Maynard theater owner, leases the New Strand theater now being completed in Sioux Falls. He will assume management about November 1. The $85,000 high site on Highth street and Phillips avenue will show only motion pictures and is co owned by Gust Kerikedes. Dundas seeks major film company deals for the theater.
The South Dakota rail commission faces a move to relocate Saranac and its station four miles north near Chester. Chester residents protest the plan citing creation of a competing town near the original Chester site. A decision is set for October fifth after review of the situation.
Timely intervention by passing motorists freed Charles Badger and his six-member family after their car overturned on a Spearfish road. Four children were among those pinned but all were rescued with no serious injuries. Badger, traveling from Minnesota to a Wyoming homestead near Hulett, had just $3. locals contributed a purse and a garage owner aided with car repairs before sending the family on.
Judge W G Rice and Attorney General submit reports in disbarment cases against H Van Ruschen and Dan Hanson, Turner County attorneys, to the South Dakota Supreme Court for early consideration and final action.
Vermilion notes that All-American star Hardwork joins the Coyote squad as assistants drill the team on a goosestep technique unique to football. Backfield contenders show speed while the line needs new material as Dakota field prepares for a heavy schedule with Montana, Dakota Wesleyan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Michigan Aggies, Notre Dame, Morning Side, and Creighton on the slate.
The Englewood ice cave in the Black Hills, once a tunnel dug by Harvey Sheffer, is to be developed as a major natural attraction. It forms ice in hot weather and vanishes in cold, with a ground spot where snow melts and green grass remains year round, attracting thousands yearly.
President Wilson plans to resume biweekly press conferences at Shadow Lawn in Long Beach New Jersey. He will discuss political subjects freely with newspapermen as he did in the first years of his administration before foreign affairs halted the sessions during the European war.
In Deadwood South Dakota Rev James A Ayres of Lead and Charles A Windle of Chicago held a three hour prohibition debate before about 4500 in the Deadwood auditorium. The event produced lively discussion with no formal decision. Windle cited the Bible wine miracle to argue that banning alcohol would brand Christ a criminal.
David Morgan a pioneer businessman and miner died after a leaky gas log in his bedroom left him unconscious for fifteen hours. His wife, who was found nearby, is believed to be recovering. Morgan was about sixty years old.
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