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Newspaper

Mitchell Capital

Location

Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1916

Page

6

Rapid City Pastor Elected to Lead South Dakota Baptists

The 35th annual South Dakota Baptist convention opened with Rev. J. F. Schrader of Rapid City reelected president. Officers elected include C. Parks of afterwardtown and J. Schwartz of Vierre as vice presidents, D. B. Shaw as corresponding secretary, I. L. Mann as recording secretary, and S. A. Loomer as treasurer.

Ministerial Union South Dakota Baptist Convention Gnaual Semmon J. F. Schrader Rapid City C. 2 Parks Aftertown Schwartz Vierre P. Shaw I. L. Mann Ipswich A. Loomer Mitchell F. J. Stockton Watertown A. P. Waltz Deadwood H. Newby Parker Rolgix Harlan Sioux A. G. Carlisle R. L. Palmerton Madison Church of the Living God Mr. Schrader H. R. Best South America Dr. Gray Latin America Europe American Baptist Publication Society Iw. J. Barnhart Washington Philadelphia Re. Smith Thomas Mord Chicago Woman's American Home Missionary Society Sioux Walls Jesus God E. P. Johnson Board of Managers B.D. Burton Paul W.B. Hinson Sioux Falls Baptist College Harlan Burton L. R. Bobbitt Huron

Court witness dies amid Brown rape case trial

Frank Fink of Oelrichs, worried over the Brown case, walked in his sleep and fell from a hotel window, fracturing his skull and dying. Arthur R. Brown, a youth from Fall River County, stands trial for a statutory offense against 15 year old May Duff of Oelrichs, with juries in Not Springs and Rapid City previously deadlocked. Judge Paytor presides as Cass Harrington leads Brown’s defense against Little, Fall River County state attorney, who faces questions over an alleged accident.

Brown Frank Fink Oelrichs Arthur R. Brown May Duff Fall River County Not Springs Rapid City Omaha Yall River County Cass Harrington Oneil, Neb Little Fall River

Alphabetical dispute over McCoy Marquis names on South Dakota ballot

The contest pits Judge J H W McCoy Aberdeen and Judge George H Marquis Watertown in a debate over whether McCoy should precede Marquis on the nonpartisan judicial ballot. South Dakota attorney general says McCoy comes first because Me is considered Mac, while Marquis backers cite a New Hampshire case urging system governs spelling. The question remains unsettled as election day approaches.

State Supreme Bench Judge Marquis Marquis Mac Judge McCoy iKean New Hampshire MecKusi Cystem McCoy

Great Northern reports 1916 revenue rise and surplus

Great Northern railroad in St Paul reports 1916 operating revenue of 79,832,612, up 21 percent from 65,947,970 in 1915. Operating expenses total 43,914,076 with a surplus of 2,287,027 after maintenance costs and appropriations.

St. Paul, Minn Great Northern Railroad

Mitchell Notes Record Local Visits And Political Rallies

Local notes report visits from Mrs. C P Daugherty in Mitchell from Rapid City and guests at the Lifsehulcz home. A Republican rally in Brendon township draws a packed crowd with J A Johnson and county candidates. Militia mustering underway in Mitchell with two companies forming for the Fifth regiment.

Ruthe Newcomb Woonsocket I. Tyin Parkston J. 1. Reinart Alexandria Brendon Township J. A. Johnson Central Committee W. J. Tipton A. J. Rozuin Milwaukee Canton B. N. van Vliet Towa Dakota Black Hills Mitchell A. JD. Aldrich Sioux Falls Kimball

Canton Commissioners Appoint No Investigation Committee

Canton South Dakota city officials have not appointed a committee to probe charges by seventy two Canton area farmers accusing police of arbitrary enforcement of automobile speed limits. If the panel finds any officer overstepped authority, action will be taken.

Canton S. D Canton Territory

State treasury report shows funds and shortages

The September 30 condition report lists $661,085 in total assets, the game fund $41,620, the common school income fund $202,255, and the twine Plant fund $67,648, noting a low balance due to $122,000 drawn last month to pay for sisal for next year's twine making.

Piierre S. D State Treasury

Swift Bird Widow of Cheyenne Chief Noted Leader

Announcement of the death of Mrs. Swift Bird widow of the late Chief Swift Bird a longtime leader on the Cheyenne Reservation and noted figure for years. The chief died several years ago leaving a legacy on the reserve.

Swift Bird Cheyenne Reservation Cheyenne Reserve

Plans for South Dakota Teachers Session Announced

The thirty-fourth annual meeting of the South Dakota Educational Association will be held in Woetown on November 27 to 29. Key speakers include Congressman Fess of Ohio and Dr. Strayer of Columbia University, with D. David Bispham as artist. An all South Dakota hour will feature state representatives across education fields. Enrollment aims for 2,500 with strong county and city participation. Headquarters will be at the Lincoln hotel.

South Dakota J. W. McClinton Mitchell Woeiartown Woith Oneresspign Ss Fess Ohio Strayer Columbia University Huc Cssian Mess Middle West Jr. Strayer Suzzallo Cormick W. G. Bieelhaupt Aberdeen W. R. Ronald Mitchell Republican Rev. Kearns Wattown W. Prankline Jones Vermillion Governor Byrne Walworth County

North Dakotan Banker Dies During South Dakota Visit

Simeon E. Kurtz a 59 year old Hazelton banker died of typhoid fever while on a family vacation in Aurora county South Dakota. He traveled with his wife and seven children and had visited Mr and Mrs Miller whose sister was his wife. The death came shortly after arrival at the Miller home and may take the remains to North Dakota for interment.

White Lake S. D Simeon E. Kurtz Hazelton N. D John Miller Aurora County

Newcomb seeks legislative bid after withdrawal from election slate

Pierre S D Ed M Newcomb of Woonsocket withdraws as a Prohibition presidential nominee. He asks Virginia secretary of state to notify county auditors. He aims to run for the Prohibition legislature seat in Sanborn County where he believes a win is possible.

Pierre S. D M. Newcomb Woonsocket Newcomb Sanborn County

Window Smasher Roams Highmore South Dakota

A mysterious “Jack the Window Smasher” plies Highmore smashing shop windows. He targeted the pool hall and Highmore Tlevald office causing about 150 dollars in damages. BH. C. Else offers a 100 dollar reward for evidence leading to arrest and conviction of the culprit Nore Se

Highmore S. D Jack Highmore Tlevald BH. C. Else Nore Se

Blue and White Book debuts at Dakota Wesleyan campus

A new monthly college literary publication named the Blue and White Book appears at Dakota Wesleyan. Edited by the University Scribbler's club, it features selected student writings, printed in the college colors blue and white. Notable figures from New York Chicago Brookings Aberdeen Sioux Falls will attend Sioux Falls college night with addresses by Dr Relvix Harlan and Dr Burton. Tomorrow's convention day includes a temperance address by Supt. R N Holsaple and a prayer service led by Rev. M B Milne.

Hf. G. Nichols Box Ridge Mitchell George A. ‘Silsby Relvix Harlan Sioux Falls College Dakota Wesleyan University Scribbler A. J. Wilds Chapel Dorsta Wesleyan L. C. Barnes New York Eleanor Mare Chicago B. D. Burton Perisho Brookings D. McMasters Aberdeen S. P. Shaw Sioux Falls Burton Chicago University

New U S coin designs described for half dollar and quarter

Report outlines upcoming circulation of redesigned coins by Christmas. Descriptions detail Liberty figures on half dollar and quarter, symbols of liberty, unity, peace, and readiness. Text notes design elements like olive branches, eagle, wings, and motto In God We Trust.

Michaell Liberty

Pastoral Pay Rise Reflected in South Dakota Baptists

The South Dakota Baptists report ministers now receive about 33 percent more pay than seven years ago as church expenses rise. The annual conference notes current expenses at 7,231.36 in the present year and 43,633.37 in 1910 with a net member gain of roughly 2,909 over seven years amid four new churches and notable growth.

South Dakota Baptists S. P. Shaw Sioux Falls Board of Managers Tyr. Shaw BE. I. Schwarz Pierre BE. Barnhart Sunecay School J. S. Schroder Ernest D. Burton Chicago W. B. Hinson Portland Ore Congregational Church A. BE Godfrey Eimeludo Ms

Lecture Series Starts Thursday at Congregational Church

A six week series of illustrated lectures on social life worldwide begins next Thursday at the Congregational church. Dr W D P Bliss provided materials, with lantern views shown via National Lecture Bureau for Christian Social Service New York. First talk by Rev C S Osgood October 18 at 7 30 pm.

Congregational Church W. D. P. Bliss National Lecture Bureau For Christian Social Service New York City South America Australia New Zealand The New Orient Scandinav Germany Great Britain C. S. Osgood Ehel

Farmer Sells Mortgaged Auto Behind Ramona Farm

Lake county officers failed to recover a mortgaged automobile from W. F. Bannett who fled from South Dakota after selling 454 bushels of barley to a Ramona elevator. Bannett was captured and brought back for trial. he reportedly sold the car after crossing the Iowa line and agreed to return to South Dakota without requisition papers.

Madison Lake County W. FP Bannett Ramona South Dakota Butts Albia

Deadwood Milk Fight Backs Local Sellers in Court

In Deadwood South Dakota local milk merchants win a round in circuit court over a city ordinance forcing use of pasteurized milk. Judge James McGee overruled the demurrer and the city must answer the suit brought by C R Wagner Owen H Colwell and N P Nissen within thirty days seeking the right to buy milk that meets state standards from any seller.

Deadwood S. D C. IR. Wagner Owen H. Colwell N. P. Nissen

Farmer's Wife Triggers Arrest Of Sewing-Machine Pair

In Bridgewater South Dakota several farmer wives were duped by two men posing as sewing machine repairers. They agreed on a price then kept parts and later returned to charge inflated sums. One man was arrested at Sioux Falls and bonded for a October 24 justice court appearance.

Bridgewater S. D Sioux Falls Justice Court

Counterfeit Ten Dollar Note Circulating Alert

Secret Service headquarters warn of a dangerous counterfeit ten dollar note from the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank that may fool expert money handlers. A five dollar note from the New York Fed is reported not as well made.

Washington D. C Secret Service Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank New York Federal Reserve Bank

May Be Cat's Got His Tongue

Indianapolis news notes Ambassador Gerard speaking softly as if trained in elocution by Colonel H. The brief item hints at a poised public appearance amid other chatter in the city.

Cat Indianapolis Gerard Colone H

Also Mentioned on This Page

Rapid Cityan Heads Baptists J. B. Schrader State Convention Relvin Harlan Sioux Walls College D. 10 Proper Church Edifice Board R. J. Lloyd Trent Ju. R. Bobbitt Jr. Lu. Mann C. Morris Dell Rapids C. H. Ninegar Spencer Great Northern Fromhursdiny C. P. Daugherty Frank Winsor W. P. Manley Security National Bank Sioux City Narl Briggs A. M. Moore Merchants’ Bank Faulkton James D. Westbrook Yankton H. L. Taylor W. HH. King Boston B. A. Bobb A. Loomis Merchants Bank of Redfield H. R. Kibbee Wis Ryland Kibboe R. R. Barber L. A. Phinney Wessington Springs Cuthbert Smith S$. M. Smith Wm. Thompson Tyndall City G. S. Weever George Washington Highway H. Luther Williams Presho Jack McLoughlin Maynard Howard, Miller Ernest Miller South Duff Street Hannah Koll Pasadena Cal Frank Hewitt Ft. Collins Colo Joseph Hewitt Bobb Lucille Bobb Mitchell Art Club M. Grundland Ethel Lyons State Federation of Woman's Clubs Miss Lyons Today Club Federation W. G. Richards A. C. Cohrt Blanche Young R. A. Kelley GC. V. Wilson Howard Brodstrup Frederic West-Wood Theodore Meyer T. Meyer & Son McGrath Company Roy Hughes Hughes A.B. Darling Kennebec J. D. Welch J. Lt. Wingfield Lee van Aspinwall St. Paul Aspinwall House of G. Summers & Co Myles Aas Charles J. Limbaugh Zeta M. Reed Mt. Vernon Juavina Collins Jane Coenan T. F. Nelson Tlallowe BE. J. Fellow Fellow Mr. Fellow Mitchell Jobbers Interstate Commerce Commission Associaton W. J. Pascoe Knabe College Science Graham Halls H. W. Minish Alexandria Herald Mabele- Master Jena Zollman P. A. Zollman Ernestine Lena Zollman McMaster Taylor Sunday Baltic Belva Johnson Renner, S. C Maynard Theater Peter Bo Kyne Saturday Evening Post D. W. Scribes Freya Iowa Farmer
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