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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1887
Page
4
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On Friday September 9 1887 Bishop Harris died of heart disease. Naron introduces free mail delivery as carriers walk to speed service. Gov Church could not meet Woonsocket veterans but sent regrets. Gen Slocum of New York may become grand commander of the G A R. Georgia brutalities toward negro convicts are reported. A Watertown bride suffered severe burns in a gasoline stove incident. Spink county murder remains under thorough investigation.
Henry Villard's earlier dramatic downfall seems to fade as speculation grows he may reappear to reclaim a leading rail role. Democrats in Washington reportedly work on a tariff platform to unite varying factions into a single stance.
The Yankton and Sioux Falls papers renew dispute over which is the more orthodox advocate. The Yankton paper accuses the Sioux Falls paper of weakness in the second article of the faith. Robert Lincoln shows clear reluctance to be considered for the presidency despite his acknowledged worth and abilities.
Detectives at headquarters speculate on the likely destination of Mrs. McGarigle as she departs Chicago, while not pressing hard for her husband.
The text notes John Brown Jr son of the immortal John Brown is a grape grower on Putin i Sislings Lake Erie. He is 66 years old and has worked in the same occupation at the same place for at least ten years, according to the writer's experience.
Kimball Graphic editor Tinan, noted for strict enforcement of game laws, was arrested after returning from duck hunting for firing a gun inside the city. Suspects revenge by men he had barred from hunting prior to legality.
The Iuronite notes higher annual costs to educate students at the so called free universities of Da kota compared with tuition at institutions like the Methodist university at Mitewell Yankton college and Pierre university. It argues the territory funds extensive universities and agricultural college each year making the disparity seem improper.
The Pierre Journal argues Sparks bears no blame for ignorance due to unreliable Dakota sources. It criticizes local land officers as the only official sources, notes Sparks relies on similar sources as predecessors, and disputes claims that he labels most Dakotans as thieves. It mentions Ix-governor Pierce and the Sioux Falls Leader in shaping the controversy.
A Washington dispatch reveals multiple Sparks rulings harming Dakota claimants. Husbands forced from claims to care for ill wives and families, a young woman teaching while improving a home, and another man moving for treatment, all had entries cancelled or proof requirements imposed. Two more cases saw winter departures to earn a living. Critics call Sparks harsh, biased, and unjust, while supporters pledge patience and truth.
Gen Fairchild urged in Woonsocket that 392 000 Grand Army of the Republic members exist and a 12 monthly pension be paid to disabled veterans with three months service. He denied partisan manipulation and vowed to press Congress for justice for old comrades.
President Cleveland tells the New York World he is pursuing civil service reform and seeks allied support from major Democratic papers. Yet his allies the Whitneys Virases and Higgins push an aggressive administration machine, while a civil service official defends a Democratic figure as the president aims to curb.
Sparks has departed Washington on an extended vacation with observers predicting the leave will continue indefinitely for the benefit of the service.
Lieut. Tompkins of the Seventh Cavalry at Fort Meade is jailed for visiting his girlfriend without his commanding officer's leave. The incident highlights perceived abuse of military discipline.
The Pennsylvania Senator-elect Quay has repeatedly resigned from one post to accept a higher office. His future hinges on Harfield’s fortune, which could grant him a final promotion or end the sequence.
The Mt. Vernon Gazette notes Mitchell city assessment increased twenty five percent by the council, a move seen as uneven. The piece argues that delaying action is pointless and urges planning and effort for the coming year.
The Grand Forks Herald accuses the Plaindealer editor of tax evasion while the Plaindealer counters with a charge that the rival printed 6 000 premium lists for the North Dakota fair and was paid for 10 000.
Stillwater penitentiary warden Ix-Warden Heed is investigated on immorality and malfeasance in office amid protests by supporters who argued he was an indispensable public servant and should be retained.
George Ticknor Curtis argues that a territorial government cannot be republican since it lacks self rule. He notes a territorial legislature exists but laws require the governors approval and key officials are appointed from Washington.
J M Quinn, humorist of the Bismarck Tribune, argues ad mission. defenders say the piece offers strong points for division while opponents provide counterpoints. The article ends with a provocatively radical suggestion about increasing states and senate power to influence national politics.
Gen Joseph K McCammon, longtime assistant AG in the interior department, says in an interview that much hinges on Blaine’s stance in the next campaign. He notes lukewarm support among practical Republicans and suggests New York could be decisive if labor candidates gain ground, with Sherman’s candidacy viewed with alarm there.
The passage quotes President Cleveland arguing a second term should rest on duty not ambition. He says there is no personal allure to re election and that bearing the burden of citizenship is the criterion for serving again. He hopes to finish his term with benefit to the country and few personal faults.
Governor Church approves Caldwell and Price compiling and printing Dakota laws in Omaha for 6500 dollars. Critics say the plan is ill advised, lacking legal expertise, time for verification, and comparison with original territorial records, risking invalid or litigable results. The Sioux Falls Press notes the work may only create a presumption of law.
Gen Hugh J Campbell opened the division campaign at Milbank with a thorough address on Dakota's long struggle for statehood. He summarized territorial history, taxes paid, and urged a large vote to settle the question, naming opponents and urging unity and informing the president.
The commander in chief revokes the commissions of Colonels Brown and Webb of North Dakota after a spate of unseemly conduct amid hostile sorties. He bans saloon visits for all troops in the command and orders arrest and charges for any intoxicated officers or soldiers in uniform.
Judge Palmer delivered a stirring speech at the Woonsocket reunion criticizing the government’s paralysis in facing financial problems caused by a surplus treasury while veterans endure long hospital stays in charity care.
Under the auspices of the Wier the group will hold regular meetings the second Thursday of each month in the reading room. The note mentions goals of promoting home and native virtues and a focus on temperance.
A temperance meeting is planned at Murphy school house number four in Beulah township on September 15 in the evening. The event is led by the Pine neighborhood young people with help from others. The program features recitations essays select reading and short speeches. All are invited by order of COMMITTEE.
The article contrasts Florida’s local option law with North Carolina by recounting harsher pre-law conditions in Mitchell and Yancey counties and praising how prohibition reduced distilleries, court violence, and drunkenness. It notes declines in homicides and crime, while urging Florida voters, led by earnest women, to embrace the law for a positive outcome.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Purgative Pellets as a purely vegetable, harmless remedy praised for prompt and effective action. The copy argues most people desire a purge that is quick and certain, with no unpleasant after effects.
The Dakota youth are told by Governor Church that they are his equals as he welcomes them in his tent. He previously rode a railroad caboose to telegraph his pride in traveling through his domain, signaling a humble stance.
A critical defense of militia pride emerges describing them as prairie bred and honest. The speaker argues they resist low political intrigues, disdain ostentatious uniforms, and uphold faith and righteousness in their conduct.
Sparks reverses a commissioner's decision on multiple homestead entries including Charles E Ackerman, Nellie O Prescott, We Masters, MM Pressler and Charles Roth. The secretary finds residence continued and orders new proofs or patents issued where appropriate, citing absences for family illness and winter periods as not breaking residence.
The Czar regains use of a rheumatic arm. Edward B. Stokes buys Benwick Hall at Saybrook Point for 316200. Chamberlain will visit Ireland in October and America in November. Foraker to dedicate Ohio soldiers' monuments at Gettysburg on Sept 14. French premier proposes Savoy occupation in event of war with Italy. Quebec quarreling men fatal steel cut. Mob attacks Fairmount saloon site. plan to avoid saloons in town. Farmer near Park City Ky attempts suicide. Vatican issues Catholic freedom note at Troyes Congress. Oscar Vanderbilt linked to William Vanderbilt reportedly stops a Kansas railroad train.
A garbled OCR text compiles scattered items including political notes about consular affairs in Albany and China, socialist marches, a court case over a probate or commission claim, a fatal hotel fall in Philadelphia, and a mistaken identity arrest in Glenns Falls. Names and places are interwoven with unrelated fragments.
The late rains on western ranches renew grass growth and improve cattle condition, suggesting higher prices and better beef by season end. However, rapid growth will be lost if pastures are not managed, risking poor winter forage for range stock.
The readable fragment mentions a purchase and a low price but lacks clear entities or events to identify a specific news item. No person, organization, or location is conclusively named.
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