Mitchell Capital Editorial Note
The Mitchell Capital lists W WheeLOCK as editor and E Dean as business manager in its masthead.
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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1891
Page
9
The Mitchell Capital lists W WheeLOCK as editor and E Dean as business manager in its masthead.
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Woonsocket reports John M. Pease continues a noble civic effort and his spreeen delivery is described as a vote maker. The note remarks an Independent congressional convention excludes this action.
Farmers show greater interest in currency policies than in free trade or free whiskey debates. The passage hints at political contention surrounding resubmission of a Democratic measure and its economic implications.
Brother C Boyd Barrett returns to Aberdee after a year away finds his once prized Republican organ defunct and the anti Cleve land Democracy machinery vanished. He transfers the surplus to Star Bubmans company where Senator Kyle serves as a director.
The Aber deen Star highlights John L. Jolley as both Canadian and Roman Catholic. The Ruralist mocks the Watertown News and Public Opinion and hints editors may back a foreigner or rebel brigadier. The piece ends by predicting a contested vote outcome.
A Sioux Falls dispatch reports the Aberdeen Star is cool toward Candidate Smith after an Aberdeen Star agent met Smith. The agent claimed Smith was worth about 20000 dollars and urged a 500 dollar investment in Star stock. Smith declined but agreed to take extra copies, then canceled the order later.
The piece argues Democratic papers focus on whether South Dakota saloon policy should be regulated by one method or another, sidelining tariff silver farmers issues. It claims the aim is to factionalize Republicans rather than affect the fall election outcome, with resubmission not a live issue until next year's legislature.
A Ruralist critique rebuts misrepresentation about Jolley and Wood over interest rates. It argues Jolley supported 20 percent penalty for delinquent taxes to curb tax sales and protect the state's name, while defending against claims of opposing lower rates.
The speaker argues a tax penalty should deter speculation, noting that delaying taxes raises depreciation of county warrants and the cost of county purchases, ultimately falling on taxpayers. The county represents the taxpayers who bear the burden.
The Independent accuses Jesse Harper of peddling a false pretense claim that he introduced Abraham Lincoln to national politics. Histories of Lincoln show no link to Harper, and the assertion is described as sacrilege if true.
A Sioux Falls gathering printed a long list of names of those proposed to join a Democratic club to obtain speakers from abroad on resubmission and tariff questions. Several Republicans signed but deny aiding the club as false representations by the editor of the local Democratic organ. The piece condemns the editors for their methods and mocks the political ruse.
A self styled Independent organ sprouted in Brookings County seeks Republican support, as The Mitchell Republic approves a limited role. The piece criticizes the venture as ill conceived and notes its origin with a failed Edmunds County enterprise.
Frank Leslie's Weekly financial extract cites Col Jolley's opposition to taxing mortgages and lowering legal rates, arguing such acts would drive capital from the state. New York Banking Department investigation bars numerous mortgage companies from operating in several states, citing class prejudice and calamity in western investments.
Judge Elson praises John L. Jolley as the strongest candidate noting no South Dakota party could name a better man. He asserts Republicans have saved their bacon with Jolley as their choice.
Madison dated report argues that Loucks controlled the Huron Independent convention paving the way for H. W. Smith nomination while steering Democratic fusion to Woods. It claims Loucks dictated platform and strategy to influence voters, naming Jolley and Kyle as key figures amid a broader scheme to defeat rivals.
An historical account argues the speaker proved fidelity amid crisis. It presents facts and shows manipulation, insisting harmony of all events. It claims Roger, James, and Stephen aligned on one plan when their efforts converge.
Local notes report visitors from New York and Michigan praising South Dakota. Visitors include Mrs Vernon and Mrs Post with relatives. Rev J G Hall plans return from Sioux Falls. Wheat markets, acreage yields, and shipments feature alongside property deals, pensions, and farm equipment orders.
George C. Wagner, a leading Yankton county farmer, is praised for his methodical, well organized farm management and is urged to win a strong election for county commissioner. The piece contrasts support for Wagner with speculation about political maneuvering surrounding H. P. Smith and the Independent vote amidst local Republican tensions.
The County Reading Circle met last Saturday in the county superintendents office. Supt. H. L Bras and Miss Linnie Wells led discussions on Psychology Methods of Teaching and Literature. The meetings aim to keep teachers well posted through constant study.
C H Gordinier of Blendon reports completion of threshing with 1230 bushels of wheat from 55 acres and 1000 bushels of oats from 30 acres. He adds threshing is slow as farmers trade work due to a shortage of help.
The growing demand for Dr Price's Cream Baking Powder stems from manufacturers' care to ensure purity and high rising power and from reports exposing ammonia and alum in rival brands. Chemists test each ingredient for purity and strength, ensuring uniform quality.
A Ruralist critique targets Col. Jolley’s last winter Senate votes calling for circuit judge raises and usury, while praising his stances on county auditor salaries elections purity and anti mortgage measures. The piece defends Jolley as conscientious and hardworking amid partisan scrutiny.
The official notice names Woods as a candidate and describes him as a farmer, while reflecting on Farmer Smith and his hardships. It notes Woods has lucrative work, owned stock in two banks, substantial city real estate, and a well stocked ranch, suggesting unequal treatment.
The New York Legislature considers a measure to ban ammonia in baking powders. The act requires any powder containing ammonia to bear a clear label stating “Contains Ammonia.” Violations carry misdemeanor charges and the law takes effect July 1, 1891.
A list of names of letters remaining uncalled at the Mitch ell post office at week end. Names include Armstrong Natun Owens E E Hooper Joseph Pickle Mrs Rhoda Grey Mrs Dr Spaulding Frank E Greve D H Smith J D Green G Sayles Miss O C Hall Harry Wilder J Martin C V Tibbitts LR. Callers should say advertised. Unclaimed letters after two weeks are sent to the dead letter office.
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