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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1889
Page
4
The Mitchell Capital and Printing Co lists subscription prices and rates for ads and business cards. It notes six line business cards at five dollars per year and local ads at ten cents first line, five cents each subsequent insertion. Free wedding notices, obituaries, and resolutions of respect are offered at five cents per line.
Friday September 6 1881 reports Mitchell's representatives returning from Aberdeen with renewed zeal. The campaign gains momentum as rival towns are pressed to recognize Mitchell means business. An energetic executive committee and strong local resources promise a sure win on October 1.
In Aberdeen the city hosts visiting representatives from Watertown Mitchell Redfield and Chamberlain as rivals for future capital status face the Capital Investment company decision. The Aberdeen Republican backs Pierre while The News rebukes a southern bully for insulting the visiting dignitaries, noting their respected official roles for prominent communities.
The Aberdeen Pioneer continues its hostile attacks on Judge Edgerton outside Sioux Falls. Citizens reject the paper’s tactics, preferring fair play and decency in politics, noting no grounds in the judge’s canvass to justify the criticisms.
About a week before the Huron convention the REPUBLICAN predicted more independent, un instructed delegates than ever. The result nearly punished the REPUBLICAN for the forecast, as the ticket was chosen on its merits rather than party guidance.
The Yankton Press advocates for Sioux Falls to be the temporary state capital while noting Mitchell plans to mobilize a large voter turnout in Yankton County.
Mexico revises its customs tariff making living animals free of duty while imposing heavy duties on cattle swine sheep mules and goats effective November 1st. The measure threatens meat supply costs in the capital and the United States trade.
Reports from North Dakota describe a heavy storm with terrific rain and wind. Grand Forks reports downed telegraph poles and disrupted communications over a 100 mile area and heavy damage is feared. Jamestown notes the storm as the heaviest in years with wintry weather settling in.
A Pioneer Press dispatch from Pierre South Dakota reports intense excitement in the city after a third attempted arson within a week. No major damage occurred but residents remain nervous and vigilant over the ongoing threat.
At the Trades-Union congress session a census report on the eight hour movement shows 39,029 in favor and 2,883 against. The figures reflect the current stance within the union ranks as of Sept. 4.
The Democratic state convention convened today at an unspecified time with Samuel W. Wherry of Cumberland named temporary chairman. He criticized the Republican party and praised the Democrats and Cleveland before committees were appointed and a half hour recess was taken.
The Illinois senatorial investigation into the dressed beef and transportation industries pressed forward. Swift the millionaire dressed beef dealer missed a third appearance as Armour and Williams resisted full disclosure while stockyards chief Herman testified about intercompany links. A recess followed with no immediate coercive steps planned.
Henry D. Lloyd, former Chicago editor, appeals through the press for aid to Spring Valley miners grievously in need. He describes widespread hunger and sickness, with families without medical care or funds for medicines, noting two lockouts and a mass layoff from April 29.
Round Out New York reports an attempted burglary at the residence of Vice President Morton last night in Round Out. No injuries or details on suspects provided.
Syracuse and Worcester state prohibition conventions opened this morning. Syracuse reports many ladies as delegates. Worcester elects Geo Kempton of Sharon as chairman as permanent organization is formed.
In Virvanure on September 1 the Pennsylvanian Democrats gathered for an assembly described as lively with a meeting atmosphere and surrounding crowd. The brief item notes a strong turnout and collective enthusiasm among attendees.
A long standing case claims Gradfield's Female Regulator from Gradfield Reg Co Atlanta Ga provided relief after many remedies failed. The seller is listed as 8 H Scallin, offering further particulars on the product.
Davison County records show the board convened at 10:80 am with officials John Cook H McCormick S 15 Anderson and J L Wannett appointed to advise. Afternoon levy approved for Territorial stock county sinking fund road and bridge and school funds plus poll results for Mitchell townships.
Hon J W White C N Barrett of Vermillion and A Paddock of Tyndall, directors of the South Dakota agricultural society, return home from Aberdeen where a directors meeting was held. Others include Rev A W Adkinson and family back from an eastern trip, and many residents visiting towns across the region.
The presidential party including Mrs. Harrison and key aides traveled from Deer Park Ind to Washington with a brief White House stop. In Washington they met with Cabinet members to gauge departmental business. no appointments were made. They then continued by train to Philadelphia en route to Jenkintown, PA with only a brief greeting at the station.
In Washington Postmaster General Wanamaker summons telegraph officials to discuss a new postal telegraph service. Dr. Green of Western Union returned from the conference and shared details with a reporter. He did not view the project favorably.
The secretary of the interior named Albert F. Childs of Ohio as chief clerk in the census office. A cabinet meeting is expected next Saturday to discuss an extra session of Congress. Captain Robert Boyd was chosen by Secretary Tracy to supervise the port of New York.
Reports from Saukim say Dervishes beat a force of the Friendlies near the town with very heavy casualties on both sides. Other dispatches note Dr Veters reporting in east Africa and Emin Bey relief expedition abandoned. An imperial note claims Empress Augusta Victoria joined the Catholic church. In Chicago, changes follow Illinois Central resignation shifting top officials.
Washington dispatch notes fair conditions across Dakota with lower temperatures except in the north where readings stay steady. Winds shift to the northwest as barriers ease and dry air persists.
Yankton Press reports a scheme by the Woonsocket Investment company to influence votes for a state capital location. It claims to have sold ten thousand shares and to direct nine thousand voters toward Pierre, with stock tied to land valuations. The editorial condemns bribery and argues the scheme prioritizes profit over public welfare.
Schedule for a Sunday School Convention at Pine School House on September 22, 1889. Includes times for music, scripture reading, addresses by Miss Mary Wright and Rev Winegar, lessons by C M Peck, reports, nominations, officers, and adjournment with multiple musicians and speakers listed.
An examination for teachers certificates will be held at Mitchell Court House on Wednesday October 2, starting at 9 o'clock. Entries for the territorial fair education exhibit must be submitted by the 4th. Local teachers urged to contribute work beforehand. Also various medical and patent medicines are advertised with retailers at Warne's drug store and local sellers.
Mrs Anna Shoemaker of Marshall Missouri praises Wallard's Snow liniment as the best remedy for rheumatism neuralgia and lame back. She recommends it for every lady to keep at hand and encloses one dollar to order two bottles, agent Gale.
Mor ris Mor ris Newark Ark reports recovery from lung abscess and consumption after using Dr. Jung's New Discovery. Decatur Ohio's Jesse Middlewart credits it with saving his life after doctors gave up. Free sample bottles available at Scallin's drug store.
Tourists and travelers are advised to carry Syrup of Pigs to keep kidneys liver and bowels active and prevent fevers headaches and sickness. For sale in bottles by all leading druggists.
An 1886 advertisement section touts Ballard's horehound syrup as a top throat and chest remedy used by physicians and invites free samples. It also features Frank J. Cheney promoting Hale’s Catarrh Cure with a hundred dollar payoff for incurable cases, offering testimonials and Toledo druggists as sellers.
Rice & Son of Mitchell announce closing the Huntting warehouse on the M and St. P road and moving to the Jacobson warehouse on the Omaha track east of the depot. They invite old patrons and others with good wheat or flax to sell, promising top prices.
Northwestern Line offers round trip excursion tickets from Chicago and Twin Cities to wide western/ southern destinations on August 8 20 September 10 24 and October 8. Tickets valid for 30 days return and stopovers west of Missouri river. Also single fare excursions from St Paul Minneapolis Duluth and Wisconsin to Northwestern line areas in Minnesota and Dakota. Contact agents or T W Teasdale for rates and details.
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