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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1888
Page
6
A brief notice requests AX subscribers to supply both old and new addresses for address changes. Correspondence should be sent to the office as early as Monday to ensure updates.
A list of county and district official candidates from Mt. Vernon Mitchell and surrounding towns is given for sheriff district attorney auditor probate judge surveyor coroner assessor and justices of the peace constables. A Blick at Dakota salvation via dollar wheat division and admission closes with praise for a Mitchell feature in the Pioneer Press and note of Major Edwards canvassing in the Argus using strong Norwegian language.
The Woonsocket News refuses to back Hon. Robert J. Lowry in the council race. Expect a burst of party headlines as another Republican paper bolts the nomination.
Citizens crowd Col. Gale of Canton chosen to act as adjutant general while Governor Church selects a permanent appointee. Gale has a notable military record dating back to the Huron encampment.
Taylor of the Alexandria Herald asserts Harden wrote the infamous tob ogan letter and Goddard read it at the Democratic legislative convention in this city, highlighting its explicit smut.
Clay county physician Dr. L Burdick announces as an independent candidate challenging incumbent Mr White who defeated him in the Republican convention. Reported Democrats may soon endorse the candidate. He is described as about the Church size.
A strong rebuke condemns venomous slander in political discourse. The speaker accuses opponents of circulating contemptible falsehoods as part of a cheap campaign, urging active resistance to such tactics.
Editor Crese notes Hon. B W H Sullivan of Aurora and J M Greene of Brule as Republican nominees for the legislature. They back the farmers movement and pledge support for needed alliance legislation, aiming for a strong majority. Dakota should become a state to relieve overburdened citizens. An Observer cautions about local prohibition enforcement and cooperation issues among officials.
The Watertown Public Opinion notes a Republican surge toward Harrison and Morton with fervent call to join the battle for victory. It mocks the Argus Leader editor as uniquely grounded yet uninterested in such “reverberations.”
A New York dispatch reports that Democratic allies of the gubernatorial candidate circulate a petition in downtown exchanges urging President Cleveland to declare support for Gov. 111’s bid for re‑election.
Carl Schurz now visiting Germany writes to Cleveland. The man long vilified by the democratic press is spoken of with affection as the former distinguished Republican leader.
Judge Converse of Jerauld county failed to secure the district attorney nomination by one vote at the Republican convention. He is now listed as a Democratic legislative candidate, illustrating the fluidity of local politics in the far west.
The Armour Tribune reports Major Kinney of the Yankton agency, who endured severe distress during January’s blizzard, plans to travel south for the winter.
George H Walsh a long time Grand Forks political figure and former legislator runs for county sheriff after an active public career and frequent mentions as a potential delegate.
The Aberdeen News reports a West Port farmer was asked to sign a contract to sell his 1 000 bushels of next year’s wheat to an Aberdeen grain dealer at one dollar per bushel.
Delegate Gifford and Hon. George A. Mathews are announced to address Republican gatherings at Alpena on the 19th, Woonsocket on the 20th, and Huron on the 22nd.
The Argus Leader contends with the candidacy of Mr. Soderberg for councilman on the Republican ticket, identifying him as a Republican.
A fragment notes trains in Michigan blocked by snow despite unusually gentle Dakota air, implying contrasting winter conditions affecting rail travel. The brief presents a scene of travel disruption tied to weather contrasts in the region.
Both parties in Sanborn County have endorsed local option but a third vote on the question is planned for this fall.
Citizens are urged to pursue the territorial fair next year, asserting the event is within reach with proper effort and collective action.
Don Dickinson brands Blaine a liar in a sharp reply to Mr Blaine's Michigan address, asserting a conclusive rebuke.
The Yankton county Republican party will present Abe Van Osdel as the candidate for councilman at the upcoming legislative convention.
A Sioux Falls rumor claims Democrats may ask the Argus Leader candidate for council to withdraw to restore harmony. The report expresses doubt that the plan is true.
The Sioux City report highlights Dakota militia achievements last week, praising the dis franchised yet resilient people for advancing citizenship and surpassing many states in valuable civic traits.
A contemporary notes Dakota Territory has no electoral votes and thus little impact on the campaign. The piece interprets the democratic campaign's interest as minimal due to Dakota's lack of influence in the electoral process.
In the Black Hills Custer county captured first prize for the best grain exhibit at Sioux City last week beating Union county Dakota and several other Iowa and Nebraska counties. Union county secured second premium on corn competing with four Iowa and Nebraska counties.
A fragment from the St. Paul Globe mocks Mr. Blaine urging him to imitate Hayes and moves to insult Anna Dickenson as neither a Democrat nor a gentleman. The text reflects partisan rhetoric and satirical attacks characteristic of the period.
The Wedge project started at Huron as a third party effort gave up after three weeks. Brookings Press notes its aim to split the two old parties and build a purer new group but finds the old parties’ ties too strong. The author commends the quick lesson learned.
The Bismarck Tribune credits a farmer introduced repeal of the usury law as a farmer’s measure. It cites Speaker Crose and Loucks, president of the farmers alliance, as key supporters on the floor. The piece notes lawmakers know the truth but fear public backlash amid a new campaign.
The Republican party pledges to advance its members from delegate to constable, urging unity with all Republican voters and workers. It argues the opposition is maneuvering to derail party organization and aims to defeat this by presenting a united front.
In Mitchell, Aberdeen Republican Geo A Mathews says he cannot discuss the campaign’s economic questions in the brief time allotted on the program. He notes Prof Harden in the audience might judge how well he handled topics touched on. Harden’s reply accuses Mathews of smut and initiation of a smear campaign.
The Argus Leader is accused of partisan bias for predicting a Democratic win this fall would harm Dakota. The letter argues continued Democratic control would not ruin Dakota but promote material growth, urging readers to consult Democratic figures in Huron and Mitchell who favor Harrison to boost the territory's prosperity.
Manitoba road land commissioner J. S. Powers argues in Northwest magazine that Dakota offers cheaper land at 54 dollars per acre versus 100, lower building costs due to dry winters, and reduced hay needs, making stock raising profitable. He adds the Dakota experience applies even more in the south.
The piece argues the Democratic slate fails voters and praises the Republican lineup from top to bottom. It urges support for the ticket, claiming it offers firm, principled governance and long term party strength for Davison county.
The Indianapolis Journal notes A. I. Ward of Dakota as a highly finished speaker whose delivery and substance impress many. The Republican state central committee will use his services through the campaign, and the paper asks if Col. Price has been assigned to campaign work in the eighth district per a recent GOP resolution.
The opposition cannot embarrass the Republican ticket in this county. The men on the ticket are true-blue Republicans and will not participate in any such scheme. If the people or Democrats have faith in their cause they should fight squarely and accept the results after the votes are counted.
An advertisement touts horehound syrup as a universal throat and lung remedy. It claims instant relief for consumption bronchitis asthma sore throat coughs colds and similar ailments and guarantees safety with no opiates. Free sample offered by Gale's.
Mr Richard Spencer of 2502 Garrison avenue Louis Mo reports a two year dry hacking cough relief after using Ballards驱 Syrup. He says the cough disappeared after the third bottle and endorses keeping the product at home calling for bottles at E Gales.
An advertisement touts Swayme’s Ointment as a simple, internal medicine free remedy that cures eczema, itchy skin, ringworm, piles, pimples, and other eruptions. It claims effectiveness on obstinate, long standing cases at a low cost.
For rent from September eighteenth eighty eight the Spencer house located in Spencer Dakota inquire at C R Moade Mitchell Dak P O Box 174 connectivity and terms available through local agent.
Retired physician yields a vegetable remedy claimed to cure consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and all throat and lung affections and nervous debility. He will mail the recipe with full directions in German French or English to any reader free of charge upon request.
A crowded patchwork of notices and ads features Gale stores selling harness oil and jewelry, while W A Rogers returns from Woonsocket after a wreck on the Milwaukee. Hood’s Sarsaparilla and Dr J E McLean remedies are endorsed by regional papers with medical tips and testimonials.
An advertisement extols Dr J H Mclean Liver and Kidney Balm and Tar Wine Lung Balm with remedies for kidney and urinary disorders burns sprains and bruises and throat lung complaints. It promotes Little Liver Kidney Pillets at 25 cents a vial and claims wide household efficacy and relief across age groups.
I offer for sale on my place in section 9 104 62 Davison County Dakota eight miles north of Mt Vernon and nine miles southwest of Letcher on Thursday October 18 1888 about 150 head of cattle three fourths of herd including ten grade bulls by Aberdeen Angus sires Fleetwood and Prince Aaron with one bull a first premium winner at Mitchell territorial fair. About fifty cows bred to thoroughbred bulls balance mainly heifers and calves along with ten to twelve head of horses and colts farm implements and machinery. Sale starts at 10 oclock a m terms to be announced day of sale. A B Kelley Vernon Oak
Robi Nicholson, once struck by a sequence of misfortunes including a fatal house fire and livestock losses, has regained financial footing thanks to this season's strong crop returns. His resilience mirrors that of many local farmers aided by favorable prices and yields.
The REPUBLICAN invites farmers to send in harvest data including acres planted crop varieties yields and related farming details. Publicizing these returns will serve as immigration literature and promote local agricultural activity.
Copy warns readers that cheap nostrums from questionable vendors fail to match Begg's Blood Purifier and blood maker, touted as worldwide and universally satisfying. It claims every bottle that fails to work costs nothing, urging purchases from reputable sources over inferior products.
An advertisement promises women with sallow skin and dull eyes quick improvement. It urges taking Williams Australian herb pills as directed to brighten eyes and restore vitality, claiming the user becomes “another woman.” Price is 25 cents at K. E. Gale's.
Notice invites sealed proposals for Davison county poor care by November 12, 1888 with right to reject bids. Public notice promotes Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup as curative for lung fever and consumption, and Swayne's Ointment offers relief from itching piles with 50 cent price.
A 19th century notice touts Ballard’s snow liniment as an infallible remedy for rheum neuralgia chest tension bruises sprains old sores frost bite stiff joints lame backs corns and more. Described as the most Deny trating liniment known it urges readers to try it and use no other with agent K E Gale and others listed.
A collection of medicine advertisements promotes Shiloh’s remedies for coughs and consumption with claims of cures and free injections, plus Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething and B Begg’s Cherry Cough Syrup offering immediate cough relief. Prices range from 25 cents to 50 cents.
Citizens of Davison County call a People's Convention at Mitchell Dakota to nominate county officers including Register of Deeds Treasurer District Attorney Auditor Probate Surveyor Coroner Assessor and four justices and four constables. Precinct caucuses are urged October 18 1838 in several precincts to select delegates.
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