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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1889
Page
4
The Mitchell Capital and The Mitchell Printing Co present rates for subscriptions and advertising. Copy changes must include old and new addresses, with Monday office correspondence. Various ad options include business cards up to six lines, legal notices at statute rates, and free marriage and death notices.
Mitchell’s rivals accused a weak campaign but the Aberdeen conference solidified a relentless push. A five member sub committee will lead a broad field operation with forty to fifty workers, nationwide canvassing, abundant literature, and increasing energy toward Election Day.
Non G C Moody and Hon J W Conklin are expected to speak on political issues of the hour in this city on Wednesday the 18th inst at 8 o clock p m.
A Washington dispatch reports the Interior Department will not recognize entry onto the Sioux reservation for settlement or claims until Congress ratifies the Sioux commission's act. Secretary notes this to spare parties unnecessary hardships before the report is submitted to Congress.
Aberdeen dispatch argues a capital contest centers on Huron and Sioux Falls versus Pierre. It notes Mitchell stands in to stay and win with advantages others cannot deny while challengers question her sincerity. Mitchell claims strong reach to four-fifths of voters through rail links and geography.
The piece contrasts a candidate’s stubborn bid with a rival on the west side and describes South Dakota Democratic platform debates. It notes the controversy over prohibition language and Ramsey amendment, with the convention voting 264 to 63 against reform. The article cites M. J. Day and H. C. Rumsey amid calls to ditch whisky party image.
The Deadwood paper rebuts a Sioux Falls route claim, noting visitors from the Black Hills can reach Huron Redfield Pierre Watertown Chamberlain and other towns directly, often via Mitchell, without passing through Sioux Falls. It urges better map study and cautions against biased endorsements. The piece ends with a dig at Sioux Falls and a battle-rough line about fair play.
The piece urges voters to support Mitchell as the ideal stopover in the Hills region. It argues current rail links favor Mitchell now and will improve further if Milwaukee builds to the Hills, making Mitchell a convenient midway point to Chicago.
The Yankton Press argues in favor of Sioux Falls for the temporary capital, countering Mitchell’s bid for the U S court location. The piece frames the argument for home consumption, noting Sioux Falls’ accessibility and centrality amid Mitchell’s perceived advantages.
The death of Iron 8.4 removes a capable and pure public servant, depriving the democratic party of a member whose broad statesmanship opposed narrow partisanship. South Dakota voters, regardless of party, regret his passing as he stood for fairness and justice toward the northwest.
Commissioner Hagerty releases a Dakota dictionary filled with valuable facts designed to aid in immigration policy and outreach. The effort aims to support understanding and administration by providing accessible linguistic resources for migrants and officials.
Major Kellam a Republican candidate for supreme judge and his Democratic challenger C H Winsor both studied law in the same Wisconsin office once run by Judge H S Winsor though in different periods.
Olivet Herald notes the capital contest now centers on Chamberlain and Huron as South Dakota voters pick Mitchell as the midway location.
Ivery town in the capital contest pushes a final plea based on local self interest. Mitch Ell speaks to a larger constituency than any other town in the race, signaling a strategic shift to broaden support.
The South Dakota Democrats present a representative slate led by Ue ponumiar McClure. The plan appears aimed at a broad canvass rather than a tight campaign push.
The Sioux Falls Press notes the campaign needs funds from property holders who have yet to subscribe, arguing that backing by all who can reasonably give will swell the effort. It contrasts Mitchell with Sioux Falls, praising unity and readiness to double pledges to support Mitchell’s cause.
The Iluron paper notes the Investment Company involved in alleged frauds and claims Iluron voted against involvement more than a thousand times. It accuses Huron of initial enthusiasm for Capital Investment before a director revealed Pierre was chosen, leading to a withdrawal with virtuous indignation. It argues the town merely learned of the fraud through personal ties between committee members and directors.
Chairman McCoy rallies party speakers with a call to advocate the platform's principles and avoid favoritism. He insists speakers must endorse the party’s entire principles and ticket, stressing a campaign of principles over personal gain and aiming for the largest GOP vote in the fall.
A Watertown dispatch notes South Dakota eastern and northern counties favor Watertown as a unifying city to beat Vierre, with Redfield rumored to back Watertown. Mitchell is pressed as the key point, while Sioux Falls and Chamberlain back different regions. The piece argues for a strong Republican majority to welcome the new state.
The Menno Rural Voice notes Woonsocket stock offers and urges speculation, warning that backing Pierre harms local interests. It says South Dakota areas including the Black Hills will be visited by active representatives this week, and Mitchell favors a short, earnest campaign for effectiveness.
The Memo rial Voice editor advances Vierre as the preferred candidate, countering rival contenders with a repeated call of rats it casts as opponents. The brief argument frames Vierre as the superior choice in the political contest.
The Nimball Graphic is described as coming out flat footed for the democratic ticket and Mitchell for the capital, indicating a misstep in coverage or endorsement.
The article reprints Article 20 sections detailing how voters decide the temporary seat of government and the permanent capital. It explains submitting the temporary site to electors, then selecting a permanent site by general election, with contingencies if no majority emerges, plus ballot wording for temporary site choices.
The Chamberlain Register rejects a Mitchell Republican report claiming Chamberlain has too much sense to waste money in the capital fight. It says Dr Henry, returning from Aberdeen, affirmatively made the remark with no qualification to a Republican reporter. The piece notes home pressure may have shifted his stance.
Washington dispatch reports James Tanner resigning as Commissioner of Pensions to President Harrison. In his letter dated September 12 1889 he cites policy differences with the Interior secretary and states no reflection on his integrity, offering resignation to take effect at the President's pleasure.
EXECUTIVE MANSION Washington September 12 to James Tanner commissioner of pensions. The President accepts the resignation to take effect on appointment and qualification of a successor. He notes no discussion of causes and affirms Tanner’s honesty and good will. Signed Benjamin Harrison.
Captain Silsby of the G A R Dakota branch responds to a Boston Globe request on Tanner's removal. He regrets the resignation, commends Tanner's pension office administration as liberal and honorable, and says his retirement will be deplored by Grand Army men though it may aid current policy.
The Improved Order of Red Men in Nebraska was placed under the control of the Great Council of Iowa during yesterday's session in Baltimore. The finance committee report approving an $11,900 appropriation was approved.
Weather update reports the storm stationary near Norfolk since Tuesday morning with northeasterly winds along the New England coast. Maximum gusts reach 52 mph at Block Island and 34 mph at Boston, while Stock Island records 48 mph this morning.
Officials of the Camden and West Jersey railroad telegraphed from Camden that train service had resumed between Philadelphia and Atlantic City.
New York reports three days overdue Ward line steamer Columbia from Javanna. rumors of maritime disasters fill shipping circles. Several vessels including Teutonic Pennland and Harmonia report heavy weather. Roanoke and Richmond of Old Dominion arrive. Quarantine shows many ships anchored offshore and pilots unavailable for confined waters. The U S warship Atlanta once listed lost reportedly passes quarantine today.
Rumors spread that a large sound steamer lies on the rocks near Fort Schuyler as of September 12 in New York. Details are unconfirmed and awaiting official word.
Reports from Rehoboth detail a fierce surf washing away Bright House porch and submerging Chelsea. Douglas House is flooded with inmates feared dead. Fifteen men and three vessels lost, two survivors reached shore on a raft. Atlantic City faces about 150000 dollars in losses.
A News special reports hurricane like winds and high seas along the Wilmington coast. A half mile sand barrier and spray lash the shore while damaged and distressed vessels clutter the misty view. Since last Monday night the storm rages with 100 ships seeking refuge off the breakwater and the sea breaches the breakwater wrecking the telegraph station and steamboat pier.
The Pall Mall Gazette urges forming an organization to raise 10000 pounds to pay dock laborers 6d per hour from November 1 to January 1. Leading city businessmen offer 2000 pounds if the remaining three fifths are subscribed immediately. The sum is the amount dock companies say they would lose by advancing wages.
A Colusa dispatch reports masked robbers stopped Bartlett's California stage near Leesville yesterday morning and took Wells Fargo express box, though it contained nothing of value.
Snow covered IHorn, North Dakota on September 12 as the first snow of the season dusted the town. Residents noted cool temperatures and early winter feel for the area.
Claims a remedy that cures colic dysentery and all bowel complaints in both humans and animals. Sold by L. O. Gale and HW Scallin.
An audience packed the court room as Col. Geo W Dain of Kentucky argued for constitutional prohibition and against license in a temperance address. He urged unified effort in South Dakota to defeat whisky interests and urged youth temperance. A collection of 1400 was taken for campaign support while political notices list upcoming elections and constitutional votes.
Personal report lists four members from Beulah Lisbon and Mis Vernon among losses for the Wisconsin Women’s Christian Temperance Union convention at Yankton. Miss Mattie Foster competes for the Demorest medal at the territorial declamation contest.
Wheat yields in the area exceed expectations. Neighbors of Mr Pingry from Indiana returned home September 1. Pine school house will not host preaching September 22 due to a convention. Vine Ridge School opened September 9 with Byron Babb as teacher. Lisbon and Beulah W T U hold their second annual meeting September 20 to elect careers and plan fall work. Mrs Green’s birthday party on the 8th was well attended. Gilman Stevens returned from the Milwaukee soldiers reunion.
Voters are warned an election will be held on the first Tuesday in October for Davison county locations including Dodge's Goal on Main Street Mitchell and Winsor Mentzer corner Main and Second streets Mitchell, with polling sites listed in Perry, Badger, Blendon, Mt. Vernon, Beulah townships and Mt. Vernon village.
A Bainbridge Munday of Clay County Texas and J. Wilcoxson of Horse Cave Kentucky testify to electric bitters curing malaria fever jaundice and kidney liver stomach disorders. They claim the remedy saved a life and warded off malaria with strong praise of its efficacy and availability at Seallin's for 50 cents and 31.
An advertisement touts Ballard's Snow Liniment as a universal cure for rheumatism neuralgia lame back sore chest old sores wounds sprains bruises and even croup. It claims deep penetration restores elasticity and helps cracked skin and bruises with emphasis on female use. Gale agent notes availability.
John McNamara of Davison county assigns chattels to O E Cassem of Hanson county to secure a note of 92.40 due March 18. 1880. Mortgagee to sell at 12 oclock September 21 at Main and Second streets Mitchell for cash items include binder mower cows horses wagon and harness. Sheriff and attorney are named in the notice.
A testimonial from Mussa Kelly of Kirkwood City Iowa claims Cuticura remedies cured a five year skin disease with baldness and total body sores. The letter praises Cuticura Resolvent and Soap alongside other preparations as life saving and scar free. It notes prices and a promotional booklet offer from Potter Drug and Chem Co Boston with 505,764 order form details.
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