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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1887
Page
4
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Chicago German and Irish Catholics clash on nationality while the St Paul Globe opines on church. Open war looms between Manitoba and Minneapolis routes. No new St Paul saloon licenses since March due to a $1,000 fee. Duluth, Watertown & Pacific road sparks back and forth between Plankinton and Woonsocket. Gladstone’s home rule gains ground as Sitting Bull is billed for the North Dakota fair. Railroad commissioners are cited for improving northern Pacific connections at Oakes. Jacob Sharp’s health falters as a new trial looms. Blaine campaign abroad noted. Iolaire urged a rest. Montana legislature in extra session to repeal winter blunders. Dakota tax rises and Yankton asylum strains highlight governor’s powers. Territorial leaders urged to address and fix recent missteps.
Washington dispatch reports President Cleveland will not travel to Da kota as no invitation has been extended. The earlier belief held that Secretary Bighnell, with Governor Church, invited him to Mitchell for the upcoming fair to meet South Dakota residents and learn about the territory's resources and development.
The Yankton Press overstates a permanent bishop location for the South Dakota diocese. Sioux Falls Press reports Bishop Marty is in Sioux Falls and says a four month wait is needed. He has evaluated several cities with pros and cons, and a decision will come in due time.
Sioux Falls Press urges more proactive promotion of the Mitchell territorial fair urging better advertising and posters. It notes local citizens and Dakota taxpayers fund the event and warns against budget cuts hindering success.
The Bismarck Tribune shows limited interest in the Dakota division issue, arguing Congress controls it and party dynamics shape the discourse. It recalls past calls for division in 1885 and notes a shift toward indifference as politics evolve and opponents in Washington differ.
A letter from Secretary Bushnell defends early poster advertising for the South Dakota fair. He notes bills sent to districts, a Milwaukee Chicago trip consuming days, and efforts to publicize while denying charges of neglect. He vows thorough promotion to bring crowds to Grand Forks and other towns.
John A. Owen of De Smet writes the Republican asserting that inviting land commissioner Sparks to the territorial fair in Mitchell is merely a rumor. He argues inviting Sparks would prove folly and harm Dakota’s self respect, and states no invitation is seriously considered.
The Dakota outlook shines with diverse crops thriving on hardy soil. The land is cheap, 160 acres priced between 1200 and 1600 dollars, and the state’s drought resistance outperforms Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, and Illinois. A fall visit could spark a flood of eastern immigration next year.
The Minneapolis Star debuts with distinctive typography and bright prospects. It carries $200,000 capital and lists director T. K. Long of Mandan, a former Dakotan, alongside Shaw and Nimocks, veterans in the northwestern press, with one editor and one manager.
Sioux Falls Press notes extensive literature promoting the territorial fair at Mitchell has been distributed locally and indicates the country will be flooded with notices beginning now.
Gen. Lucius Fairchild travels to Sioux Falls to dedicate a G. A. R. hall before heading east, marking a favorable day for Woonsocket veterans and honoring veterans in South Dakota.
The piece reports on Illinois detectives pursuing McGarigle, the Illinois supreme court session to decide the anarchist gang, Governor Church and staff attending the territorial fair, Bushnell correcting a Dallas invitation claim, a clergyman’s wife avoiding prosecution, and Aurora County Fair association’s support and expected display at the territorial fair with a $350 prize expected for Aurora.
Robert I. Lincoln, long discussed as a possible candidate, tells Chicago he does not desire the presidency. He recalls his father’s burdens and says inside Washington life drains interest, calling the office a gilded prison and saying he would not commit to any pledges required for a ticket.
Minneapolis mayor confronts business owner on Nicollet Avenue during exposition week after the man refused his share of lighting costs. The mayor offered to pay and have the gas pipes painted red, prompting a public spat and plans by the owner to sue the illumination committee.
Capt Anson asserts Detroit will finish second with New York third Boston fourth Philadelphia fifth, Pittsburgh or Washington sixth, and Indianapolis eighth. He notes the three tailenders have troubled Chicago more than the top four clubs, and that Pittsburgh is the only club Chicago has not beaten in a majority of meetings. He praises Philadelphia’s current play but doubts sustainability.
The Argus urges every county to take interest in the division matter. It notes the 1882 Washington effort to aid Congressman Pettigrew, cites past delegations, and calls for large, representative participation as thousands of new North Dakota residents settle the prairies.
The author extols the Dakota harvest and fairs as a wholesome holiday for farmers and families. He contrasts greedy critics with diligent spouses and children who gain rest, beauty, and knowledge from fair attendance. He argues fairs foster better farming, stronger friendships, and advertise Dakotan prosperity to all. THEOS.
Jlvron Aug 30 Charles Potter rector of Huron Episcopal church and Miss Minnie Bishop were married today at the bride’s home in Watkins New York. A camp has 100 soldiers arriving to organize the encampment for the militia. The Second regiment is to report tomorrow and the First on Thursday. An inch and a quarter of rain fell in the last twenty four hours but the camp is high and dry with tents waterproof.
The Duluth Evening Journal notes that when President Cleveland appointed Phelps as Minister to England the choice drew criticism. It reports Phelps as a 77 year old brother living in Sioux Falls Dakota earning a living as a tailor, with no thirty years of association with his more famous sibling.
In Marquette Michigan on August 31 a prank by worker Polk at the Ontonagon mill involved placing a garter snake on fellow worker Stollis. The snake circled Stollis’s neck as he worked, startling him into a scream and fainting fit after seeing the reptile’s eyes and tongue within two inches of his face. He is reported very ill from the shock.
General directory notice from Mitchell Dakota dated August 26 1887 states a settler has filed for final proof to support his claim. The proof will be before the register and receiver at Mitchell on October 15 1587 for land in section 4 township 191 range 61. Witnesses listed include George W Bailey Samuel M Daniels Elizabeth Tazelton and J B Wilson all of Tobac ship Gro. Evernirr Register.
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