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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1899
Page
8
A fragmented clipping from Weslky Capital in Mitchell South Dakota references a printing company. The readable bits hint at a possible pun or wordplay centered on printing or publishing, but no clear event, date, or named individuals are discernible.
The Columbia defeated Shamrock by finish times 8 54.59 to 4 05.10 in a tense duel on a windy day. The American crew led by example as spectators watched a striking display of sailing skill and patriotic bands.
Manila dispatches report rising tension between Visayans and Tagalos in Panay and Negros. Visayan leader Araneta held prisoner spurs rebellion as Tagalos mass troops at Santa Barbara to crush dissent. Insurgents claim 12 000 fighters with thousands of rifles. Magbanna plans an Lloilo assault.
Mary E. Lease said she would enter politics next year and endorsed trusts as necessary to educate workers, remaining loyal to the gold standard and claiming Bryan cannot win the presidency. In New York Lawrence Gronlung, socialist writer, died aged 53, famed for Co operative Commonwealth. In Columbia Tennessee Morace Campbell is jailed after resisting arrest and trading fire, three officers injured or killed. Madrid New Orleans yellow fever precaution quarantines vessels from the city.
The Nutmeg State burned to the water's edge Saturday morning and wrecked on Old Reef, Long Island Sound. Captain Brooks reported six crew deaths and feared some passengers perished. the City of Lawrence rescued all aboard. Known dead include Samuel Jayne, Barney Hendrick, Patrick Coffee, Torence Brady, Charles Anderson, and Thomas Murphy. Vessel and cargo valued at 290000 dollars.
A riot between Hungarians and Polacks at a christening near Springfield Illinois at Auburn 20 miles away from the city killed Stephen Roski a Hungarian and left several others wounded. Authorities report possible resistance to arrest as deputies pursue suspects from the Patel company housing area.
News from Petare near Caracas reports a people uprising against President Andrade. The government commander betrayed the president, allowing the revolutionary army to advance without fighting, likely forcing retirement and relocation of government to Puerto Cabello. Loomis pressed to suspend foreign insurance law, a suspension granted until March pending amendments.
In Harbor Beach Michigan the schooner Typo was struck by the steamer W P Ketcham near Middle Island Alaska. Four crew members Henry Lexford Dan Carr John Campbell Mrs Adams perished. Captain and two seamen escaped. Typo owned by J P Nagle Toledo.
San Francisco reports General Frederick Funston says with 50,000 troops the war could end in six months if pushed, but not if troops stay in Manila. He declined to stay, saying he would go back on short notice if needed and notes the expiration of state volunteer enlistments reduces general numbers. He praises Hale as capable and courageous.
Three masked men robbed a Sevierville bank on October 18. President McMahon shot and killed the robbery leader Pearl Thurman while deeper actions by staff and a posse led to the arrest of Cal Derrick and the suicide of Will Derrick after a siege.
East St Louis clerical circles report Mgr. Martinelli has ordered Bishop Janssen to accept Father Cluse’s resignation at St Patrick’s. The papal ablegate’s communication will be issued Sunday. Father James Sweeney of Tipton, Illinois, is named as successor.
An official dispatch reports an armored train destroyed near Kraal Pan Station en route to Mafeking with guns. A Cape Town dispatch adds that another armored train was destroyed at Vryburg with feared heavy casualties. news officially confirmed.
In Schell City Missouri burglars blew the safe of the Farmer's Bank and escaped after securing 3500 dollars. The incident occurred the night of October 12. A separate Peoria Illinois crime report describes Tarry Adair 24 father and mail carrier killing his wife and then taking his own life amid jealousy.
California is shaken by one of the severest earthquakes felt in Santa Rosa on October 12. Chimneys toppled and plaster was shaken from lab walls as two follow up shocks occurred minutes later. In Nashville, J. M. Head wins mayoral race as the Democratic ticket takes office.
The report lists cattle, hogs, sheep, and grain prices by city including Chicago Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Toledo Milwaukee Buffalo New York. Notable ranges include Chicago cattle 3.00 to 7.25, hogs 3.00 to 4.75, wheat No 2 red 72c, corn No 2 30 31c, butter 23 24c, eggs 16 17c. Prices vary by market and commodity.
The Anti Saloon League met in Mitchell to form a bureau of political information to assess candidates. Officers elected include President W. S H. Thrall and Secretary W. W. Slavens. A stance against corrupt candidates was stated. Separate reports recount a Watertown court finding a game law violator guilty and four men injured by a premature powder explosion on a Burlington project near Keystone.
George Evans a young cattle man escaped from the Butte County jail while awaiting a penitentiary term for cattle stealing. He was provided a pony and is believed to have fled. authorities expect little pursuit. The item also notes a wedding of Dr W T McGillicuddy and Miss Julia Blanchard in Fayetteville Ark and other regional notices on land deals and county finances.
The sixteenth annual South Dakota Free Methodists conference at Faulkton issued district pastor appointments. Listed are assignments for Sioux Falls, Mitchell, Boyden, Hull, Sheldon, Beresford, Parker, Hurley, Vienna, Parkston, Cloverdale, Olivet, Arena, Milford, Orleans, Edmond, and others with several to be supplied across districts including Hand, Campbell, and North and Northwest.
Merlin Strait 14 near Bonesteel unintentionally discharged a loaded shotgun while attempting to break it. The blast penetrated Miller Strait’s neck, killing him instantly. A coroner's jury ruled it an accidental killing with the brothers at home together.
The Baptist Church of South Dakota at Mitchell decided to meet at Parker in 1900. Rev. F T Drewitt of Canton was chosen to preach the annual sermon, with Rev. J Edminister offering to present his library to the ministers. Committees for 1900 were named across missions education publications and obituaries.
Miss Isabella Humphrey of Gary sails for the Philippine Islands to wed Capt. Hi A. Tlageman of the Thirty sixth Volunteer Infantry. Also noted, Lieut. John C. McArthur at Fort Snelling may visit Aberdeen soon. A 15 year old burglar, Joe Turgeon, is arrested in Castalia as Deputy Somers reports the case. Kate Rabine receives one year hard labor for lye attack that blinded Speed McIntyre.
President McKinley praised the First South Dakota volunteers for valor in Luzon. In Aberdeen an immense crowd welcomed the regiment at the grain palace with a review by the president and speeches by officials. At Pierre the company’s return drew a record crowd, decorations, bands, and a reception in the opera house.
Edgemont on October 14 welcomed Black Hills companies 1 L and M with a crowded depot and free meals. Soldiers enjoyed a post supper program before departing at 4 am for Deadwood. Separately Company H of Watertown arrived late October 15 after an enthusiastic city celebration. In Huron on October 14 ten thousand people greeted President McKinley and five companies of the First South Dakota volunteers with a 25 minute speech and a grand banquet.
Canton hosts Company D with a late night arrival and Monday reception as Worthing mayor escorts the unit home. Sioux Falls welcomes Companies B and D with a McKinley parade review and banquet. Yankton arrives late to a large Main Street welcome and banquet for Company C. DeSmet greets Company FE with a brass band reception and opera house event.
A Detroit Free Press excerpt features Mia asked how she stays young and her reply that she never worries about age. The dialogue paints a playful tone about aging and attitude.
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