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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1910
Page
10
Ethan and nearby residents report an automobile injuring a cow, political fence efforts, weddings, store alterations, and multiple visits among families. Notable items include Grace White and Thomas Jeffrey’s wedding, John Clement lowering his store, window damage at Tovey restaurant, and W F Mary taking the Mitchell district Ethan charge in the M E Conference.
Lisbon reports the provisional government received a telegram from President Comtesse of Switzerland announcing recognition of the Portuguese republic. Sir Francis Villiers told the premier Britain would recognize once the revolution ends and affairs in Portugal are normal.
A Dakota farming notice promotes studying effective methods to improve yields and profitability. It urges readers to send their address and payment to receive guidance, claiming successful farmers owe their prosperity to applying tested experience.
Local column reports W E Rathbun visiting city relays for Royal Insurance. Frank Wedebase returns to California. Carl Fowler to Pukwana for hotel and store wiring by Fowler Electric Co. Rev W S Shepherd moves to Mitchell district, new district superintendent. Mrs Tobin and daughter travel to Chicago. Lane family public sale with nearly 200 head cattle. Wilkinson returns from Methodist Conference to Platte pastorate. Milwaukee wedding trip for Jeannette Smith and Lois Anderson as bridesmaids. Wright attends Wisconsin reunion with siblings. Hoosier cabinet won by Mrs W C Pehl through Johnson GroS Furniture Co. Two October weddings and a hot 93 degree day noted. Obituary for Otis Duncan with funeral at Grace Episcopal cemetery. Garrett Biblical Institute alumni form local association. Rain totals .54 inches, moisture scarce since September.
Funeral services for Mrs. C. J. Corwin were held at the home with burial in Sioux Falls where two children who died in infancy are buried. Born July 31 1847 in Vermont she married Rev. Corwin in 1865. Survived by five of seven children including Bert Corwin and Mrs J P Hauser. Rev J P Jenkins led services and many relatives attended.
Miss Nettie Hofstetter, formerly of Mitchell South Dakota, has made a fine start in the coast country as a stenographer. A Civil Service examination in Missoula, Montana, secured her appointment in the drafting department of the forest service at a salary of $1000 per year. She has lived in Missoula and worked at the Flathead Reservation Agency for the past two years.
Fire Marshal Craft investigates multiple incendiary cases in the northern state region. Deputy Crans tracked a Deadwood youth to reform school on incendiarism charges, with ongoing probes in the Black Hills. State Insurance Dept notes unusual fire counts likely of incendiary origin, unclear benefits to owners from insurance.
Mitchell residents and friends gathered at Clarence Warfellts last Saturday for a well attended social. Mrs. Eliphus Tobey of Stickney visited her parents. A ples social and entertainment is planned at Jenks schoolhouse on Oct 29 with a cordial invitation to all. Walter Lawrence visited A W Wittstrucks. Drucie Dabler and friend attended a temperance lecture at Ethan Methodist church. Miss Lila Wittstruck and Arthur C Miller surprised families with their marriage. Lila planned to study at Valpariso College, Indiana. Geo Fuller was a caller locally. Carl Hoffman returned from the West, noting Davison county remains home.
A lively Lisison column recalls a cool shower after heat, social visits and church attendance, dances at Warfield’s, threshing and travel plans. Residents include Annie Miller, Nina Miller, Hazel and Florence Miller, Mrs. York, Mr. Warfield, and families like the Millses and Wrights with everyday happenings and a runaway incident near Mt. Vernon.
Delegates led by Rev R. M. Jeffers closed the twenty ninth annual session of the South Dakota Baptist State Convention in Huron Sunday evening. Rev E Mullins of Louisville praised modern thought yet affirmed Christ as the solution. The body endorsed woman suffrage and county option plans. Next fall Madison hosts a jubilee session marking thirty years since Lake Madison formation. Rev Anderson of Huron Presbyterians praised Baptist gains.
State of Ohio Toledo Luc County affidavit by Frank J Cheney senior partner of F J Cheney & Co promising to pay one hundred dollars for any untreatable catarrh. Notary public A W Gleason certifies December 6 1886. Claims the cure acts directly on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials offered free and sold by all druggists. Ends with misread line about constipation and family sale.
A new company, Aeroplane & Automatic Balancing Machine Co., formed in this city with 160000 capital, aims to build an airship using a gyroscope balancing device developed by George M. Ellis. Officers include A. W. Gaines president and F. Irving Kiser general manager, with lines of directors and plans for a large, 27.5 by 42.5 by 16 foot airframe. Ellis describes a simplified control system using a wheel, automatic parachute features, dual propellers, and a 1500 rpm gyroscope balancing mechanism designed to provide safety and easy operation for up to three passengers plus the operator.
Letcher and Mitchell residents visited over the weekend with Mrs. Jacobus hosting guests. Edward Murphy celebrated a birthday with a surprise party and gifts while Rev Tibbetts officiated a Lane marriage. Local travel, hospital updates, a near accident on mail route 1, and upcoming community events are noted along with several absences and relocations.
Capt. George A. Ludlow, a veteran figure, faces a criminal libel warrant filed by Col. Thomas H. Brown. The case stems from a newspaper article about Brown’s Civil War record, tied to a long rift that split the local G A R post. Ludlow posted a $250 appearance bond after waiving preliminary hearing.
Governor Veam and Congressman Burke-Lae concluded a two day speaking tour in Estelline with energetic reception Friday night. The party campaigned on key issues, with Veam praising his administration and Burke-Lae supportive. Candidates and speakers drew enthusiastic audiences as votes were counted for November.
The Soldiers Home Board, after reviewing the home’s operations, supports maintaining wives in detached cottages with the men, notes four new cottages bringing total to twenty-two, and cites attendance figures of 261 on June 30 1909 and 256 on June 30 1910. It calls for officer and staff salary increases of about 3000 yearly while trimming general expenses about 7000, and highlights a surplus from last year totaling 6546 returned to the treasury. Since 1889 the home has cared for 1314 veterans and many of their wives.
New York City grand jury indicts former State Senator Frost Gardner for offering 35000 to Congressman Otto Foetker to vote against the Hughes anti gambling bill in the state legislature. Gardner is under arrest.
Chicago reports cattle receipts at 23,000 with best steady and others down 10 to 15 cents while sheep at 50,000 run lower. January pork sits at 17.35. Sioux City shows cattle 1,600 weak hogs 3,300 steady with closing lower top 9.05, bulk 8.50 8.70 and sheep 200 steady.
Chicago cash market data shows Wheat No 2 Northern at 1.03 to 1.00, No 3 White Oats at 31 to 31 1/2, White Corn at 48 1/4 to 48 1/2, Yellow Corn at 48 12 to 48 3/4, Barley at 48 75.
The report lists market quotes for grain and cereals including No 1 northern wheat at 86 dollars per bushel, No 2 at 91 cents, velvet chaff 90, No 3 88 cents, flax 2.40, oats 24 cents, corn 36a, barley 68 cents.
Minneapolis cash market figures show Wheat No 2 Northern at 1.01 to 1.41 and 1.02 to 1.23, No 3 white oats at 2.86, yellow corn at 48 48 and 1 3, barley not fully parsed. The data reflects today’s pricing with varying bids from local grain dealers.
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