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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
11
Subscription rates and publication details for the Mitchell Printing Co official county paper list durations and pricing as of 1908 with editor Downey and ownership by Ww. Downey.
The document lists Republican ticket lines with names and districts for national, state, and local offices. It includes presidential nominees Taft and Sherman, and state figures such as governor, secretary of state, attorney general, auditor, treasurer, and other officials with their home towns like Deadwood Mitchell Canton Sioux Falls and more.
The Davison County ticket is urged for election this fall with no cross party division. Incumbents George A. Johnston C F Drake G H Helgerson and others are praised for experienced service. New candidates Luther Palmer Sheriff W M Herbert State Attorney O B Browne Superintendent C A Bower Coroner Dr John Nelson Surveyor A J Annis County Commissioner are presented as capable trusted choices.
Hartford dedicates a massive Conneticut river bridge as one of the grandest celebrations in years. Philadelphia marks its 225th homecoming with pageants and civic spectacle, while Democrats report about 220000 dollars in campaign subscriptions with more expected.
The piece contrasts Republican and Democratic practices on reporting campaign money. It cites Taft support for stricter disclosure, mentions a proposed federal filing law, and notes a New York treasurer overseeing receipts and disbursements under state and federal rules. It ends with a call for sensible retirement of a troubled court ally.
The Omaha Bee lauds Governor Hughes Omaha address as clear analysis of issues in the campaign. It states Bryan avoids answering questions while Hughes exposes flaws in the trust regulation plank and calls Bryan silent on criticisms.
The South Dakota Supreme Court disbarred George W. Egan for actions in the O Grady case. It held he demanded a $10 000 fee and seized Mrs O Grady's property while she was mentally incapable, deeming him unfit to practice. Judges Haney and Carson authored the opinion supporting Judge Frank B. Smith. Egan was a Republican candidate for state attorney in Minnehaha County.
Republicans named E. W. Martin at the state convention to run for the unexpired Parker term and the two year seat. Democrats hope to place their candidate for the short term to gain state political footing. A separate ballot will be used for Martin for the short term. Andrew E. Lee challenges views on central state agriculture despite varied regional crop reports.
The text notes South Dakota Democrats anticipate another overwhelming Republican win and express resignation to defeat on Wednesday morning after election results are announced.
A reader describes remaking dark green molding after repapering walls to light. A gift inspired by papered walls led to gilding the molding at a cost of 40 cents, yielding a handsome trim to complement any paper.
Notice sets election date for November 8 in Davison County across many townships and Mitchell wards to elect state and county officers, plus proposed constitutional amendments and liquor licensing act to be voted on at the general election. It lists precincts and candidate offices including governor, secretary of state, attorney general, railroad commissioner, and county offices.
Long state bill amends 1903 and 1907 statutes on liquor permits by township and county, outlines petition thresholds, ballot wording, and scope for municipal and county votes, permits in select areas, penalties for noncompliance, and new provisions on divorce, quail protection, and Sunday performances.
Notice declares a special election across Davison County South Dakota on November 3 to elect one representative in Congress to fill the Parker death vacancy. Polls open until 5 pm at numerous township and city locations including Mitchell and Mt Vernon. Dated September 28.
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