The Tariff Fight over Shoddy and Adulterants
The Mitchell Capital denounces David A Wells for linking the McKinley tariff to imported shoddy and disease germs. It cites official statistics showing a drop in shoddy imports after the tariff and argues Wells either ignores facts or is dishonest. It also notes broader trade concerns in Argentina and local politics in Yankton and Nebraska, with commentary on corruption and public finances.
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New York Press
David A. Wells
New York
United States
Wells
Boston Journal of Commerce
England
Jolley supports higher interest to 20 percent
The Dakota Ruralist editorial attacks Senator Jolley over a misrepresented stance on interest rates. It explains Jolley voted to raise delinquent tax interest to 20 percent to boost collections and fund public treasuries, arguing the move aids good government.
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Dakota Ruralist
Jolley
la Harrison
Sioux Falls Press
Col. Jolley
Vermillion Republican’s Farmer Congressman Candidate
A Vermillion Republican well known as a farmer is praised as a model husband and father. He would only take office if elected by the people, sacrificing time with his wife and three children. He has 600 acres in Clay county and 200 acres cultivated near Vermillion, insuring comfort through industry and economy.
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Col Jolley
Clay
Vermillion
Carter Harrison Joins Independents Amid Nominating Drive
The Argus-Leader notes Carter Harrison has joined the Independents and seeks a nomination. It recalls past tensions when the paper branded itself independent yet aligned with Democratic views, questioning a rumored bid to launch a Democratic daily in Sioux Falls.
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Argus-Leader
Carter Harrison
Carter
Sioux Falls
Adnnocentic
W C T U Convention Set for Lisbon Township
The Woman's Christian Temperance Union plans a county convention at the Wright school house in Lisbon township on October 23 from 10 a m to 4 p m with topic Our Present Work. Mrs Drake of Plankinton will report on the state convention. Mrs J F Bradley and Mary Wright urge local cooperation for a farmer's institute to benefit Aurora county farmers and draw Plankinton's farmers to the event.
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Woman’s Christian Temperance Union
Wright School
Lisbon Township
Drake
Plankinton
J. F. Bradley
Mary Wright
Herald Plankinton
Aurora County
The McKinley Bill Fact Versus Free Trade Argument
The Philadelphia Press argues the McKinley tariff strengthens the economy noting higher imports and exports in the year ending September 1. It cites increased foreign commerce, cheaper imports, and lower prices for clothing and boots while industries prosper. It mentions John Wolskey, a brakeman, injured near Bridgewater after an accident on freight No. 6. he lives in Sanborn.
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Sioux City
Argentine Republic
United States
Philadelphia
Revolt in Argentina Sparks Cabinet Resignations
A Buenos Aires cable reports a critical political climate as Generals Mitre and Roca withdraw from presidency bids. Ministers Costa and Carbillido resign, with rumors of further cabinet desertions and potential riots. London dispatch notes General Rocca and family leaving Buenos Ayres amid Senate censure.
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New York
Herald
Buenos Ayres
Mitre
Roca
Republic
Costa
Carbillido
Senate
London
Rocca
Pelligrini
South Dakota C E Union Holds Mitchell Convention
The fourth annual convention of the South Dakota C E Union is set for Mitchell October 30 to November 1 with Rev. F E Clark of the United Society of Christian Endeavor attending Saturday and Sunday. Reduced travel rates include one fare and one fifth round trip from points east of the Missouri River via the certificate plan.
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South Dakota
Large 72-car Wheat Train Delays Eastbound Passenger
Engineer Henry Noble and Conductor Ed Duane of the Milwaukee line brought in a freight train from the south last night totaling 72 cars with 52 loaded with wheat. The yard space filled quickly and the east bound passenger train was delayed nearly an hour until the track could be cleared. The train was described as large and no mistake.
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Aberdeen News
Henry Noble
Ed Duane
The
Milwaukee
Public Opinion mixup over Mitchell paper names
A reader notes confusion between Mitchell Republicana and Mitchell Capital credits for clippings and asks for clarification on proper attribution. The issue highlights naming inconsistencies in local wire services and archival records.
Bull-Fighting Charity Revival Draws Ten Thousand in Mexico City
In Mexico City on October 20 a charity bullfight drew about 10 000 attendees. The event, led by Mrs Diaz and a committee of ladies, benefited flood victims in Spain. Nine bulls were killed, with admissions earnings estimated at 25000 dollars amid a lively but orderly crowd.
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City of Mexico
City of
Mexico
San Francisco
Avinida Juarez
Paseo de la Reform
Hurricane in Ireland cripples West and floods Youghal
A powerful hurricane sweeps West Ireland with the Shannon overflowing and many buildings submerged. Youghal experiences partial flooding and Blackwater floods ruin properties. A gale affects the channel as thirty small boats wreck and cattle drown.
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Ireland
Shannon
Youghal
Blackwater
English Commissioner Reverses View on Chicago Fair Site
London October 20 The Times publishes an interview with Sir Henry Wood English commissioner to the Chicago World's Fair who has returned home and says he has changed his opinion that New York is the best site for the fair.
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London
the Times
Sir Henry Wood
Chicago
Sir Henry
New York
Five Crews Drowned In Jersey Wrecks
A French brig and a schooner were wrecked off St. Catherine's point Jersey. Five of the brig's crew were drowned. In Kohlfurt Germany an express train collided with a wild engine killing five and injuring many.
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London
St. Catherine’s Point
Jersey
Berlin
Kohlfurt
O Briens Plea For Publicity In Boulogne Talks
William OBrien goes public from Loxpon on October 17 asserting he seeks full disclosure of Boulogne negotiations with Mr Parnell. He accuses dissension leaders of spreading vile charges about Dillon and himself and invites Parnell’s representative to publish all related documents. He also releases a letter from Parnell thanking OBrien for fair handling.
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Loxpon
William O'Brien
Mr. Parnell
Boulogne
Parnell
Boulongne
Dillon
Smugglers' Headquarters Discovered on Lopez Island
Captain Nels Olsen of the Margaret reports to Seattle customs agents discovery of smugglers on Lopez Island in Puget Sound. Five groups seen. one vessel carried fifty Chinese men to be landed in small boats with white guides at night. Authorities will pursue captures to enforce exclusion laws.
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Port Land
Nels Olsen
Margaret
Seattle
Lopez Island
Puget Sound
Olsen
United States
Thirteen Thoroughbreds Burned in Sabina Fire
Sabina Ohio Oct 17 Between 2 and 3 am A M Morgan a wealthy breeder lost 75000 by incendiary fire destroying his barn and thirteen horses including eight stallions Nancy Strathmore and Hazard Strathmore perished Startaway and Mambrine Startle related horses burned Harry Strathmore saved in a pasture The incident had no insurance on barn or stock.
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Sabina
O. Sabina
M. Morgan
Nancy Strathmore
Harry Strathmore
Hazard Strathmore
Harry Artemus, Jr
Piewood
Cambridge City
Ind
Startaway
Mambrine Maid
General W. H. F. Lee Dies at 54 in Virginia
The second son of General Robert E. Lee, Congress man W. H. F. Lee, died at his home near Fairfax Virginia at 2 30 p m He had suffered valvular heart disease for years and was unconscious for a day or two The Lexington burial site is probable and funeral plans were not yet arranged Other notices include the death of Ex Governor Samuel W Hale State Senator Medard and Mrs Mary Wiley Preston of Washington killed by a fall See Blockade Raised and Lieutenant Russell reported safe from Yokutel
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Yankton
Ind
Caldwell
Sioux Alls Press
Congress
Cal
Mr. Smith
Jolley
Judge Smith
Pettigrew
Robert J. Lee
Alexandria
W. H. F. Lee
Fairfax
General Lee
Lexington
Lee
Robert E. Lee
Washington
Mary Wiley Preston
Herbert Preston
New York Herald
Sautr Ste. Marin
Mich
Susan Peck
Lake George
Monarch
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Mitchell Dry Goods Co
Mitchell Capital
Clay County
Davison County
Thos. Chantry & Co
Mt. Vernon
Nebraska
W. C. T. U. Convention
John Wolskey
Foote
Bridgewater
Mr. Wolskey
Sanborn
City
Charity
Jim River Valley
Watertown
Wheelock
Mitchell Republican
Rush
Behring Sea
Alaska
Sealing
Seal Islands
St. Petersburg
Moscow
Kieff
O'Brien
Hale
Brooklyn
N. Y
Samuel W. Hale
New Hampshire
H. A. Hale
Harknispurg
Penn
Medard
Lawrence County
Wampum
Russell
Wash
Smithsonian Institute
Yokutel
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