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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1889
Page
4
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The Oct 25 1889 dispatches discuss North Dakota’s imminent statehood and critique South Dakota’s supposed delays. The note mocks claims of holdups, praises South Dakota’s efforts, and notes preparations for a joint proclamation. It also cites a Yankton dispatch alleging early moves to evade Prohibition enforcement.
Congressman Hansbrough of North Dakota has packed his grip and bought his Washington ticket as the president begins making appointments for the region. The outcome when full state delegations arrive is unclear, but activity is likely to quicken across the board.
The passage notes Montana Democrats worry about possible reversal of election gains, while Republicans are expected to demand the full fruits of their victory.
The president's proclamation admitting the four northwestern states is ready for promulgation and awaits official notice of the completed canvass. A Soldiers' Home cornerstone ceremony will occur November 11 at Fort Springs with Gov Mellette and Co. Price as speakers. Railroads offer half-fare for veterans amid other coverage.
Opponents cannot capitalize on Corporal Tanner’s dismissal as the published reasons and the character of the chosen successor reduce political leverage. The move casts doubt on critique and supports the leadership’s stability amid the personnel change.
Caleb IF Davis of Keokuk Iowa succeeds Congressman elect Pickler as Special Inspector of the General Land Department. Major Pickler is en route to Washington.
Enterprising citizens of Pierre begin erecting a tempo rary capital building and urge that it be very temporary in its character.
The Prohibition Enforcement League aims to raise $50,000 to secure observance of the law if necessary. The fundraising target reflects urgency to ensure compliance and deter illicit activities. Community supporters are urged to contribute to support enforcement efforts and uphold sober conduct standards.
Idaho and Arizona press statehood bids while facing a Mormon policy obstacle shaping territorial status. The stance reflects broader regional tension over religious practice and political integration in late territorial governance.
The piece notes praise from magnates and Democratic editors for Gen. Baum’s appointment by President Harrison. It also mentions Brooklyn’s three wins in four championship games against New York and that the Giants seem less formidable to their observers.
Indications favor the women as South Dakota approaches a decision on woman suffrage in the near future.
Montana Democrats reportedly open to trimming the contest to a single senator, signaling uncertainty about a clear legal edge in the ongoing election dispute.
The Huronite notes strong artesian water power and hydro potential in Huron and Yankton counties, asserting the region’s resource rivals Minneapolis power. Mitchell similarly benefits from the same resource, urging early steps to tap the system that underpins the Jim River valley. The piece emphasizes genuine belief in substantial local energy capacity.
A South Dakota syndicate member returns from Pierre to inspect the lasting investment amid heated excitement. The investment endures while speculators seek exits as nearby land remains sparsely settled and abandoned farms dot the landscape. Conservatives warn that when the vote on permanent capital nears the idea of Pierre will be seen as folly.
Sioux Falls editorial declares Hon. A. J. Edgerton as the top choice for the state district judgeship. It lauds his education and long legal career, noting thirty-five years in the West and ten in the Dakotas, arguing he is the clear fitness front runner for the post to be sent to the Senate.
Susan B Anthony arrived from South Dakota where she has been grooming suffrage champions. She said Dakota will be the focus next year to submit universal suffrage and pledged to mobilize top speakers and workers to win. She praised South Dakota as liberal and educated on the issue and vowed full-year effort. Also notes digestive health ad for Jr. J. II. McLean's Sarsaparilla.
A Sunday rink opera house concert by the Swedish Ladies and humorous impersonator Melvin Day drew a large audience in Mitchell. The troupe delivered uniform excellence with encores after each number, featuring Miss Jenny Norlins ill in Chicago, Miss Agnes Staberg, Miss Elizabeth Gruse, Miss Anne Na Heyden, and Mr Day in sketches from Oliver Twist. The event, a joint fundraiser for the Mitchell Y M C A, raised about $30 and showcased Swedish composers Soderman and Damnstrom with bright American humor.
A Swedish Ladies cotette reception honored guests from Stockholm during a Friday night gathering at Ley and Mrs A. Randahl's home. Attendees included Agnes Staburg Marie Eden Hinma OGarisc Joine beth Bruse Marie Sonlbere and others with J Westerlund A Am ber of Chas. Mix county and Mitchell residents. The event featured greetings by Rev. Mandahl a Swedish style banquet of two dishes and culminating with a toast to health. Music spanned vocal and instrumental pieces and the evening extended to 2 am.
Thieves visited Sunday at J J Simpson's south side boarding house. They entered through an unlocked office, taking wallets from two guests. One room occupant, J Wilson, lost belt and pants with a pocket book and a deposit certificate. A Swede in a second room had only fifteen cents stolen. Pants later found in a cellar window near Frank Van Alstine's house. No clue yet.
Prairie Gleaners Mission band staged a missionary program at the Presbyterian church with a full house. Highlights included recitations and songs plus Margia Walter's "The Pink Box" piece, helping raise 35 for an Indian girl at Sisseton agency. Remaining 5 to come via weekly mission jug deposits. Miss McIntosh shared insights on South American mission work.
Advice on safety during storms and the dangers of standing near trees. Notes on a long train journey between Minneapolis and Chicago with stops and officials. Endorses Dr J U MacLean liver pills and Sursaparilla as cures, with promotional tone.
Rev A W Adkinson of Dakota University at Mitchell extolled the institution to Dakota residents saying the rebuilt university deserves state interest and the best scholars. He urged church funds and youth enrollment, noting the school trains men and women for broad plains usefulness and moral leadership. Dakota conference appointed Rev W Underwood as financial agent to launch university concerts by his son and wife to benefit the university.
A report from Mitchell Public School notes improving attendance and predicts higher future turnout. The document mentions upcoming events and observations by D M. J. Pry.
A list of names and recitations included in a school program. Entries include Maggie Gleeson Song Nellie Van Denburg Recitation A Beautiful Legend Minnie Duane Recitation The Dorkin's Night and other items. The note invites attendees to Friday afternoon exercises in October.
Last night Joseph Drefahl, resident ten miles west, was seen at Joseph Koch's Main Street store. A coil of rope vanished as he left and Koch secured a warrant from Justice Mohr. Marshal Irvine pursued but did not locate him in the city.
This morning Dretahl appeared before Justice Mohr, pled guilty to the larceny charge, and was fined 10 dollars plus costs after the rope was found in a wagon on his farm.
The 1592 electoral college will total 414 votes with 180 Republican and 156 Democratic. California and Rhode Island lean Republican, boosting the GOP to 12, while New York, Indiana, Connecticut influence Democratic chances. A GOP win hinges on Indiana and Montana if Rhode Island and California hold.
Western Rural reports a December first sugar boycott urging readers to refuse sugar to hit the sugar trust financially. The appeal argues a pound daily per family at ten cents creates escalating losses for the trust as more households join, implying a swift, decisive victory for cooperative action.
John Greenwood, a blind Indian from Vine Hodge agency, visited Dr M Halphide last Saturday for treatment. Under care he now sees a little and could regain full sight, as Avon the Gidians note the doctor’s high reputation among agencies. Greenwood received bead moccasins from Fort Jeune’s Joe spring as a souvenir.
A public notice reports Sam Goodwin launching a closing out sale with a May 1 1890 deadline. He promises all goods at less than cost amid a bold at cost price claim and a free lunch offering at morning and evening hours. Nearby, W Vadley trades a house for furniture stock and heads to Seattle with his load. A Seattle journalist cites Secretary Noble reflecting on cabinet service and strong leadership.
The Sioux Falls Press proposes Pan-Dakota as a concise label for both Dakotas alternatively called North and South Dakota. The idea aims to simplify speech and writing about the two states, replacing the lengthy two-state reference with a single coined term.
A note explains the Greek meaning of all and the term Pan- America to describe all the Americas. It clarifies Pan-Dakota to refer to North and South Dakota, giving Gov. Mellette the title of governor of Pan-Dakota.
The pleasant effect and perfect safety with which ladies may use the liquid fruit laxative Syrup of Figs under all conditions make it their favorite remedy. It is pleasing to the eye and to the taste, gentle yet effective in acting on the kidneys liver and bowels.
Notice of dissolution of the Collins and Foley partnership dated October 16, 1889 at Mitchell. Eugene Foley retires, D. W. Collins assumes all partnership liabilities and all accounts due the firm are payable to D. W. Collins or Eugene Foley.
At the Huron Rey conference Clark was chosen among four delegates to the ecumenical M E church council meeting in New York in 1891. Other delegates include Rev. Wm Fielder Aberdeen J Ward Sioux Falls and I N Andrews Pierre. Also notes on local events and medicinal advertisements featuring Dr J H McLean’s Sarsaparilla and other remedies.
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