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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1915
Page
10
South Dakota crops rise sharply in 1915 with wheat and oats setting state production records. Government crop report shows oats up nearly ten million bushels, corn near last year’s size, and potatoes down in value due to lower prices. Wheat and oats yield high values, with state totals in the tens of millions and prices varied from one crop to another.
Pierre South Dakota The state railway commission ordered the Omaha railway company to construct a new Hartford station building adequate for the town and to build a brick station platform at least fourteen feet wide.
Volin South Dakota reports that Yankton county residents will vote Tuesday November 9 in a special election to decide whether to issue county bonds to finance a bridge project. Community leaders push the plan as vital for road and commerce improvements across the region.
A proposal to raise 800000 dollars to build a bridge across the Missouri River at Yankton will go to voters. Residents anticipate economic benefits for the city, while farmers fear little effect and may oppose the bond issue. Advocates aim to secure victory at the special election.
At the Sioux Falls Methodist conference the election of ministerial delegates to the General Conference at Saratoga Springs next May dominated Friday’s events. electees include Dr Nicholason Dr Hoagland Rev Harkness with reserves and lay delegates chosen from Wesinton Springs Mitchell Madison Vermillion Rapid City and other communities. Bishop Quayle urged ministers to preach the gospel abstain from tobacco and prepare for life with sensible finances and insurance.
N L Nelson formerly Mobridge Farmers State Bank president now in Fargo was found guilty of making false entries to deceive the bank examiner. Lauritz Miller state banking counsel aided Walworth County prosecutors. Wingfield had initiated the case alleging book juggling to mislead the department. Miller appointed to handle violations and advise on banking law matters.
Hill City, S. D. Arthur Wabel sells tungsten property four miles east of town to Chicago Steel and Iron company for 125000. Wabel, a recent eastern arrival, receives 80000 cash with the rest in stock or arrangements. The sale, by longtime miner John Truax of Keystone, spurs new mining activity as Chicago Steel plans to mine in quantity in the Black Hills area.
A killing frost swept through Pierre and surrounding areas dipping below thirty degrees. Vegetation, especially late corn fields, sustained damage though much corn had already been removed or not yet in danger. Farmers had more corn binders than usual this fall and much corn had been cut.
Mitchell news covers accidents marriages and community events. Walter Terrebel, 18, seriously injured after jumping from a threshing machine pitcher, and the Norse wedding of Ole Hjelm and Ella Dahl near Storla. Local clergy appointments include Dr. Hoagland elected as a ministerial delegate to the Saratoga Springs conference. A piano and vocal recital series, featuring Malvin Parry and Thuel Burnham, is planned at the city hall auditorium to enrich local culture.
The Mitchell Daily Republican advertised a store sale at G Woelfel's jewelry. A crowd of 75 to 100 formed before opening. In 50 minutes 2000 packages were sold at 50 cents each, underscoring the paper's strong local reach.
Three criminal cases and nineteen civil actions are set for the October term of municipal court convening at 10 o clock tomorrow morning under Judge W M Herbert. The jury is summoned to open and the nine cases under its jurisdiction will be tried first. Criminal actions include John H Higgins bootlegging and two against Dr R F Dundas for alleged illegal prescriptions. trials may not proceed for Mrs Mary Cortland and Geo Rowell. Civil cases with jury demand include Porter vs Johnson and Steinbeck, Briedenbach vs Stafford, West vs Cassem, Hicks vs Peterson, Buckles vs Shaw, Meyers vs Pine, Peterson vs Western Auto and DeLaval Separator v Geo Conrad. Remaining docket items list Heck vs Lunsdhen, Stark vs Gieger, Continental Illustrating vs Central Auto, Nichols vs Dewey, Meyer & Recht vs Dakota Coffee, Meyers vs Pine, Barnard-Giles-Moses vs Fredericks, Plume vs Solberg, Sachem vs Hourset, Rathbun Grocery vs Wright, Mitchell Auto & Supply vs Rowkey.
The Dakota Wesleyan School of Music announces its third annual recital series with the opening Zoellner String Quartet concert on Monday evening October 25. The Zoellners are well remembered by local music lovers for their prior performances.
Coach Bilis P. Winters resigns from Mitchell High School and will stay in Gettysburg to manage property after the death of his father. Prof. C. S. Hall will head athletics for now. football schedule lists two open dates October 29 and November 12 with possible Redfield game, and tentative plans for Aberdeen October 16, Redfield October 22, Huron November 6, Sioux Falls November 19, and Yankton Thanksgiving game.
The Aberdeen News notes Dakota Wesleyan of Mitchell routed Northern Normal at Johnson field 20 to 0. DWU broke through the line with strong interference, scoring via a field goal and two touchdowns including a 63 yard drop kick, while Normal failed to mount real resistance. The result marks Normal’s second game and first defeat of the season following a 49 to 0 loss to Pipestone.
Vermillion S D prompt action by the State Food and Drug Department led to the condemnation and seizure Saturday of two hundred nine barrels of rotting apples at Bradley and Bryant South Dakota. The apples formed nearly an entire two car load which had been stored there.
Inspector Lovvard seized a large consignment of largely spoiled apples shipped from Preston Minnesota to Bryant and Clark. Judge Sherwood ordered their destruction under the food law. Destruction follows similar actions against wormy raisins and rotten meat cases in the state with a Salem butcher fined for spoiled meat in Bologna sausage.
Dillon notes Dakota Wesleyan fields four capable quarterbacks Mark Payne Virgil Hine Ployd Wilder and John Berry. Hine plans to rejoin after exams Sanders says team strength lies in varied abilities. Scrimmage held at Wesleyan field. squad travels to Spearfish for Saturday game versus Methodists and Normal school.
Aberdeen D. D. imposes discipline on football team after defeat by Redfield and a postgame dance. Sixteen of seventeen players ignored a 6 pm trains order and stayed for a dance, returning late by Northwestern train. Remaining games cancelled and players suspended for a week as authorities weigh mercy bids.
Reports from the front say a serious Russian counter attack along a twelve mile line from Garbounovka to Lautizesschey forced the Germans to evacuate territory. The move is deemed a menace to German dispositions by the Russian general staff. Also notes Sioux City visitors Mrs. Charles Harstad and Miss Carrie Hillman staying with L. Lt. Ness and visiting relatives in Bijou Hills.
A wellness column advises improving complexion through diet and hygiene, cautions against overuse of cosmetics, and outlines a facial steam routine followed by cold cream and ice. Reader Q and A sections propose practical remedies for hot feet and dry hair, recommending a rosemary and almond oil scalp treatment.
C O Bailey filed in the circuit court for an injunction to block the state banking department from enforcing an order requiring country state banks to deposit fifty percent of exchange items in reserve funds. Four Solux Falls national banks spearhead the challenge with over 100 banks interested. a Mitchell protest preceded the action.
Dorothy Clarke recalls Helen’s surprising gelf talent and stylish outfit. Helen wore a light burnt orange hand knitted sport sweater with a loose stitch, a surplice front, and a tied aigash at the left hip. She paired it with a brown homespun skirt and a black velvet Tam o Shanter, leaving the speaker defeated but hoping for better luck next time.
A fragmented verse scene contrasts sunny pastoral musings with a sudden crude street exchange. The speaker notes sunshine, kids, grass, birds, and growth before a brutal breath and a humorous misaddressed punch line about a busted nose. Brothers Lobstock and Tump swap miscommunications in a rural dialogue.
A light exchange questions how an equestrian statue would appear on a car, reflecting concerns over prestige. Mrs.Horse voices worry about declining status while Mr.Horse dismisses the idea as nonsense, provoking a witty contrast on symbolism and progress.
Beatrice Sarrison, a twenty year old cellist, is credited with introducing a new style called Tipperary Hat. The article notes a striking performance in a metropolitan concert, highlighting the influence of this fashion on stage presence and noting growing popularity among audiences.
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