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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1899
Page
5
The item lists DICK HANEY of Davison County DIGHTON CORSON of Lawrence County HOWARD G FULLER of Faulk County and M Labori Dreyfus attorney amid the case’s moves. It notes Sioux Falls Press hospital fund debate and Alexandria Journal’s support for A I Hitchcock for state supreme court nomination.
The article notes the private secretary and appointees of the governor remain silent as a council connected to presidential proclamations questions the lack of public statements. The absence of commentary from official sources surprises many readers.
The St. Paul Globe throws Dewey as the Democratic presidential choice in a playful editorial. It suggests waiting to consult the admiral on the political landscape and notes Bryan’s unlikely sacrifice of years of effort, while mentioning Richard Croker aligning with silver policy.
The Sioux City Journal calls South Dakota Senator Pettigrew more radical than Bryan Weaver and Col. Bryan for urging immediate withdrawal from the Philippines. It labels him a brave leader who would push the administration to accept a direct, simple solution and questions whether others will soon align with his early conclusion.
The finance committee's plan to establish a hospital fund for the South Dakota regiment is praised as prudent and timely. When the fundraising buttons go on sale, they should be worn by every citizen in the state to show support.
The Elk Point Courier urges Pettigrew be court martialed alongside Warne, accusing the senator of breaching a private letter’s confidentiality to attack Gov. Lee. It claims Pettigrew knowingly harmed a trusted friend to ally against Lee, marking him the greater offender. The New York Tribune defends a just war aim in the Philippines and rebuts Bryan’s rhetoric, noting the GOP can handle debates on independence, Luzon policy, and the silver issue.
Reports from Sioux Falls Vermillion and Alexandria detail the arrest of Surgeon Warne by Col Frost after Warne accused Frost of contempt and self serving actions. A court martial looms for Warne and Major Warne as the South Dakota regiment saga draws vigorous public scrutiny and political reaction.
Aberdeen News notes Warne faces court martial after his letter to Pettigrew was published by Pettigrew Co. Redfield Press and Troquois Chief discuss the arrest and possible defense noting Frost, Warne, and Gov. Lee linked to party politics. The dispute could mar the regiment’s record.
The Daily Herald Tacoma notes 3 000 American volunteers from Minnesota North and South Dakota regiments returning from the Philippines to Yokohama. Their conduct on shore leave proves quiet, orderly behavior with no drunken incidents, yielding praise for service to country and flag.
Comptroller of the Currency report abstracts show twenty six South Dakota banks closing the period with resources at 8 237 065 up from 8 256 484 since April 5. Loans and discounts rose to 679 011 and cash reserves fell to 606 1 117 with gold holdings down to 310 970. Deposits rose to 5 104 957 while the average reserve dropped to 30.05 percent from 37.24.
The piece argues Gov. Lee will not call a special session to appropriate funds to bring the South Dakota regiment from California. It notes constituent pressure and legislative willingness to meet at no cost, while the governor delays methods. The plan to borrow county funds if blocked is considered, with doubt about counties approving such appropriations.
An advertisement promises permanent relief from constipation using Cascarets Candy Cathartic priced at 10c or 28c. It offers a money back guarantee if C C C does not cure the issue.
A Mitchell reader recounts anecdotes from town life including an imagined injury, thirteen misfortunes linked to the number thirteen, street cleanliness concerns, and praise for juvenile band concerts. The piece also notes church attendance patterns and urges regular worship for personal well being.
Local advertisement promotes DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a safe remedy for stings bites scratches and wounds with a warning to beware of counterfeit products from L O Gale.
An advertising claim promotes Hobbs Sparagus Pills as a cure for all kidney ills with a note that Sam is free of pt. The remedy is issued by Biterfing Remedy Co. of Chicago, presenting a bold health patent medicine pitch.
Buffalo Bill's Wild West led by Col Cody performs in Mitchell on Thursday September 14 featuring a modernized El Caney battle scene with participants who joined Teddy Roosevelt on San Juan Hill. A morning street parade lets the public view the varied company and contrasts racial and physical differences within the troupe.
Dr King’s New Discovery distributors report more than ten million trial bottles donated to aid the needy. The remedy is claimed to cure asthma bronchitis hoarseness and throat and lung diseases. S. H. Scalin druggist offers a free trial bottle and guarantees satisfaction with regular sizes 50c and 1.0. A testimonial from B L Nance principal Bluittdale Texas touts rapid relief and cure for a child’s severe cough and catarrhal fever.
An old advertisement carries multiple claims for Cascarets and other patent medicines. It touts Cascarets as cleansing blood and liver to reduce pimples and skin troubles, lists prices and local druggists, and includes testimonials and warnings about counterfeits. Also promotes DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve, Shieloh’s Consumption Cure, and Kodol Dyspepsia Cure with endorsements.
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