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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1913
Page
2
The Watertown Public Opinion defends Sioux City papers against The Republican's claim they neglect South Dakota interests. The piece questions why Dakotans seek outside news and patronage, noting Watertown's own reliance on Minneapolis papers and merchants and suggesting city growth would depend on stronger local media.
The piece argues Huerta’s dictatorship is proven by his purge of 110 Mexican deputies and dissolution of congress. It notes Wilson’s refusal to recognize Huerta, preventing foreign loans and potential control of Mexico’s future presidency and congress by force. It contrasts Sioux City media loyalty with South Dakota interests on rail and economic policy.
The writer argues South Dakota papers should lead boosting efforts instead of relying on Sioux City or Minneapolis outlets. The expectation is that any help for South Dakota must come from within the state, and questions what Watertown Public Opinion would say on the matter.
An 1900s style advertisement touts Dr Hobsons Eczema Ointment as penetrating and healing for eczema and other skin eruptions. It claims doctor prescription status and lists Pfeiffer Chemical Co as distributor, pricing 50 cents, with mail order option. It also notes a Norman farm sale nearby at 166.25 dollars per acre.
State historian Doane Robinson details a proposed $20 million plan to build a dam and canal at Little Bend in Sully County thirty five miles above Pierre. The scheme, supported by Westinghouse Kerr & Co, envisions 45 feet head, 123000 hp sales, irrigation for 626000 acres, and annual revenue of about 4 to 5 million with moderate upkeep.
In Cherokee Iowa seven girls who started school in a log house near the frontier connect after forty-three years. The gathering at Mrs. M. C. Porter in Mitchell included Mrs. Laura Haight, Mrs. Rosa Haight, Mrs. Stella Martin, Mrs. Lizetta Hunter, Mrs. Eleanor McRunnels, Mrs. Ada Thompson, and Miss Lottie Haight as guest. A separate item notes a Daedalian society banquet at Dakota Wesleyan with toasts by Walter McClarknon and Ellis Walters among others, plus a tea for Mrs. Jarnagin in Ames and the marriage of Paul M. Young to Alice Stenerson in Aberdeen.
Lawrence County reports 1,547 hunting licenses issued in a 30 day period. Conservative estimates show more than 15,000 prairie chickens grouse and sage hens killed. Many hunters exceeded 50 birds apiece while some topped 100. Remaining birds remain wild in inaccessible areas and next year’s season looks bright.
Mitchell South Dakota resident Mrs Pattison reports severe backache and irregular kidney action eased by one box of Doan's Kidney Pills from Diehl & Browns drug store. She says she was restored to health and endorses continued use. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents for the United States. Remember the name Doan's.
The Delia Rhos host an informal reception for new members with Stag activities and toasts. Juniors visit Firesteel creek for 1915 Tumbleweed photos plus a campfire and feast. Wesleyan College Day set for Oct 18 to settle class issues and future events.
In federal court Judge Elliott cleared the calendar of equity causes and set terms. The grand jury includes W A Ickes Deadwood Foreman ix Pettingill Sioux Falls John McFadden Custer Emil Manke Rapid City Henry Kuster Humboldt P E Kilwingson Sioux Falls R T Purcell Pierre William Ehret Emery Henry Nauch Hetland Lee Brooks Belle Fourche Jules Hendricks Lead Joe Urquhart Valley Springs Frank Picking Wagner John Chilfillan Loomis T F Lang Wagner Lars Thompson Dell Rapids BE Carpenter Alexandria I A Nerger Webster L Thorpe Lead Lewis Larson Sioux Falls George Hickman Leola T J Wilson Alexandria John O'Brien Albany. The petit jurors are F B Gannon Aberdeen J F Peck Madison Martin McLeod Hartford W B Martin Pukwana John D Brady Winner F H Gilbert Longford Nels Haugan Hartford Louis Kehr Pierre J C Southwick Watertown Frank th Bramble Watertown Charles Hahn Humboldt W P Hess Flandreau Eugene Saenger Sioux Falls Charles Ray Watertown Joshua Watson Canistota.
In Pierre South Dakota the supreme court today, with opinions by Presiding Justice Whiting, affirmed Reeves & Co. versus August Block et al and also affirmed Wessington Springs State Bank versus J. H. Verry.
Articles of incorporation filed for Victor Elevator Company at Victor with $10,000 capital led by Anton H. Dahl Hans EB Lien and A William Klahn. Victor Lumber Company at Victor with $25,000 capital listed founders J M Geiser C P Johnson A J Ecison L B Hovren and J T Hovren. Victor on the Veblen and Fairmont railway draws attention.
George Reed, employee at the government Indian school in Pierre, was badly burned on his hands and face last night while repairing water pipes in a conduit that also carried gas. A lit match ignited accumulated gas, causing a severe explosion.
South Dakota Dayisen County court issues order for Tillie Leversee estate to sell part of real estate to pay debts. A. J. Wyman administrator must show cause at Mitchell courthouse on Oct 30 1912 why license to sell should not be granted. Publication and service requirements detailed.
In County Court on Sept 24 1913 Minnie E Brown deceased Louis J Welch executor seeks license to sell all real estate to pay debts. The court orders appearance Oct 25 1913 at 10 am in Mitchell to show cause why sale should not be granted and directs publication in Mitchell Capital and service on interested parties at least ten days before hearing.
The Evangelical church nine miles northwest of Mitchell will be dedicated next Sunday with exercises. Prof. Charles Bowman of Maberville Illinois will officiate. A series of services begins Thursday evening and continues through the dedication weekend. J A Young pastor invites all to attend.
Deputy Sheriff McQueen pursued thieves across the state and recovered a valuable team stolen from Henry Kuhse near Murdo. The horses had been smuggled from Lyman and Stanley counties to Estelline where they were sold. The owners retrieved the animals after locating them in Estelline, marking a rare recent raid in the area.
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