Both Sides of Mitchell Pastor Case Told in Lis ton
In Mitchell Rev. William L Utley and Rev. Frank Durant trade accusations over a beer drinking episode that led to Utley’s dismissal from the People's church. Utley says a private evening at Lockhart restaurant and a later face with Durant sparked the dispute. Durant denies any beer drinking and defends the women mentioned, calling Utley’s account irresponsible. The episode is presented as the closing chapter in the public dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Utley
Mitchell
Sioux Falle
Frank Durant
Utley
Durant
Republican
Peoples Church
Sioux Falls
Wm. L. Utley
People’s Church
People’s Church Committee
Mr. Utley
Iowa
Episcopal Church
Sioux City
Webber’s
Lockhart
William Utley
Bishop Hare
Prairie Fire roars through Lisbon township burning hay
A Monday prairie fire originating in Lisbon township swept over a large farming area damaging hay stock. Reports of houses and several residents in its path proved unreliable as the blaze, driven by shifting winds, was driven toward the southeast. Firefighters and residents battled flames for hours until a rain around 10 PM quelled the fire and likely saved much property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lisbon Township
Henry Parry
Russ
Mason
Pingree
McCurdy
Milwaukee Railroad
D.G West
Demurrer Sustained in Roy Colwell City Suit
Roy Colwell of Alexandria sued the City for 15000 damages. Judge Smith presided as T A Zollman appeared for Colwell and city attorney T J Spangler argued the case. The court sustained the demurrer and gave Colwell 20 days to amend, with trial moved to the November circuit term. Black leg has appeared among John Gatze’s cattle north of town, with 4 of his about 40 head already dead, and others may follow within 12 to 24 hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spangler
Roy Colwell
Smith
Alexandria
Circuit Court
John Gatze
Mr. Gatze
Ted Windle
Gregory
Fr. T. Windle
Esther Smith
Misess Sadie Scalin
Cora Miner
Clara Nobis
Etta Richards
Nettie Wells
Florence Gregory
Dotie Weller
Blanch van de Bogart
Isa Hough
Mayme Foley
Messrs
Cyrus Warne
Faii Brown
Jos. Herbert
Eugene McGovern
Roy Boggs
McVey van Tassell
Roy McCurdy
Avery Frink
Chas, Weller
Tod Windle
Society Notes Highlight Local Gatherings and Deaths
The column covers society events with Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Logan hosting a card party for Mrs. Robertson of Grand Forks, with seven euchre tables, prizes, and floral décor. It also notes Mons Distad's sudden Sioux City death and relates two young people events, including a crokinole gathering with oyster stews, music, and dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. M. Smith
East Third Street
J. T. Morrow
Wm. Robertson
W. J. Healey
Frank Baughman
H. R. Kibbee
M. B. Cleminger
D. V. Moore
J. D. Anderson
J. B. Wolgemuth
Geo. H. Rew
Abraham Boynton
S. J. Moore
Jos. Levinger
Get Rid of Those Worms. City urged to curb green worm pests
The Huronite urges a systematic effort to eliminate green worms damaging trees this summer. The article notes the worms are currently widespread and stresses practical steps for city residents to rid trees of these pests.
Pests Threaten City Trees With Winter Cocoons
Homeowners urged to gather cocoons found on shrubs trees and house foundations to prevent next year’s harm to trees in Huron. The note warns the pests could strip leaves and damage growth if not controlled. A separate dispatch reports two brothers Ellisons drunk and destructive in Pollock Missouri injuring postmaster Ellison. lynching fears rise as authorities detain them.
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Huron
Mitchell
S. D
Henry
Charles Wilson
Pollock
Elligon
Mr. Ellison
Lee
Ellison
Missouri
Merrill
Providing For His Sheep
W C Russ of a southwest farm builds a double decker sheep barn to house 84 feet of troughs two self feeders grain hay and housing for dipping shearing and wool sacks. The new facility signals growing South Dakota sheep industry potential and serves as a model for convenience and efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Russ
South Dakota
Russs
Death of Mons Distad Shocks Mitchell Friends
Mrs Distad telegrams from Sioux City announce the sudden death of Mons Distad. He was about 45, an early Mitchell resident who later moved to Sault Ste Marie Chamberlain and Sioux City where he worked in real estate. Ed Devy traveled to Sioux City after learning of the death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed. Devy
Sioux City
Distad
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S. H. Scallin
Smith & Conyes
Mitchell, S. D
C. G. Rathbun
Geo. E. Logan
V.president
H. P. Beckwitg
Ase
T Cash
INO
Walrath
C. L. Branson
First National Bank
Mitchell, South Dakota
Ote D. T. Gilman
John D. Wood
J.S. Daniele
A. A. Boynton
Wan
W. Seaman
Hila Sturgie Lawler
J. O. Walrath
W. H. Webster
Agenta
Rev. Durant
Consid
Lisbon
Beulah
Blackleg
Geo. E. Lo
Gan
Mons Distad
Movements
Er Russ
Mons
Grim Destroyer
Ven
Ben Oleson
Royal
Oya
Royal Baking Powder
New York
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