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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1888
Page
6
The Mitchell Printing Co announces subscription offers including one copy for one year in advance and shorter terms. Address changes must be sent with old and new addresses. advertising rates and office hours are provided. business cards and local ads priced per line with legal notices at statute rates. marriage notices and obituaries are charged at five cents per line.
The ticket lists TLarrison and Morton for the House of Representatives, George A. Mathews of Brookings County for Council, Isles Isnans of Aurora County for Council, D. M. Powell of Davison County and J. M. Greene of Brule County for Representatives. The slate emphasizes regional representation across South Dakota counties.
The Republican county convention for Duyl sen county Dakla meets at the Mitchell courthouse to nominate candidates for county offices including register of deeds treasurer sheriff district attorney auditor probate judge surveyor coroner and four justices at large and four precinct stables. Precincts listed as Blendon Lisbon Mitchell Mitchell west sideMt Vernon Perry Tobin Union.
The Argus Leader argues Harrison lacks republican support in Dakota and notes charges against Gov Church have been publicly aired. The editorial accuses Democrats of weak standing while criticizing the St Louis exposition planners for seeking a special rail rate, suggesting they could relocate to Mitchell to gain Dakota railroad generosity.
The Cluts Mix papers debate the Watertown vote cast for their county. A. J. Lucas led the delegation and sent a telegraphic proxy to John J. Stearns, which the credentials committee upheld after a showing that a convention had been duly held. Chas. Mex was approved, though Cass attempted a sleight of hand with a citizen prom.
The Frederick Press notes the Frederick farmers alliance as the territory’s largest and responsible for its liabilities. Democrat J W Tlarden, candidate for delegate to Congress, refused to speak until his fee of 16 in advance was paid. The piece condemns distrustful conduct and thrift compared to the governor.
Lead City Herald reports that Goy Mellette TD Kanouse A. J. Edger ton J.J. Gumble G. C. Moody and others will tour Bill Springer’s district next month to try to defeat him. The piece cautions about church democracy influencing the next legislature and urges focusing efforts at home and abroad.
A group of Woonsocket businessmen dispute claims that closing saloons harmed the town. They certify a year of prosperity in streets and commerce, argue saloons are not a moral necessity, and urge Davison county voters to weigh economic data to decide policy.
The Brookings Press notes that opposition to Mr Math ews in Watertown was influenced by groups backing the Sioux Falls constitution and statehood drive. It suggests Huron supported Mathews, profiting from the movement more than others, a factor in the local result.
A strong fall Republican showing in Dakota could drive division and admission in Congress, impact good government at home, and define future focal representation. Voters urged to study the situation from now to election day with these facts in mind.
Indiana politics appear highly contested with many local speakers active for both parties and major figures scheduled to campaign statewide. Voters are expected to receive ample guidance and information ahead of the election.
A zippy exhortation claims traveling to the territorial fair costs south Dakota residents no more than five dollars on average. It urges neighbors to sit down and calculate their own travel expense and attend the exposition.
One of the Americana ticket candidates, Mr Greer, has declined his nomination. The self-denial is described as wonderful amid the recent ticket lineup.
The item recalls the fair date in South Dakota and advises making arrangements accordingly. It mentions Vermont's Republican majority as the largest in years, a Hutchinson county levy of one mill with $7,000 in treasury, and Richland county's delinquent tax list occupying two and a half Wahpeton Globe pages. It also notes GOP unity, Cleveland's letter, and political maneuvers in New York and Governor renomination pressure.
In a published letter, Hiram Price, a pivotal Iowa figure in the prohibition movement, questions whether supporting third party prohibitionism would harm allied interests. He asks if injuring friends by actions that aid enemies is wise, framing the moral concern around strategy and alliances in the anti-drug era.
The Chicago News reports uncertain Arkansas election coverage with references to ballot boxes and disfranchising measures, noting disputed results and partial tallies. The piece highlights ongoing tension between parties, suggesting irregularities and contested outcomes affecting statewide results.
Fragmentary OCR text provides no coherent event, names, places, or dates to summarize into a factual newspaper item. The readable content is insufficient to identify a person or organization or any concrete action or outcome.
A fragmented excerpt notes a call for a convention today with a plan to form three head caucuses in Tepe Davison county to secure a ticket. It warns against covert efforts to place weak men through favoritism and urges that only proven men vote, aiming to prevent early disorder and ensure party unity.
The Maine Result notes many Democrats who backed the Mills bill have relied on presidential patronage and free trade hopes to win. With the president’s stance faltering, many of these lawmakers may be left home. A scramble for re election follows as they return to districts to campaign on free trade or protection. Some Mills bill advocates believe the president erred.
Charles E. Coon returns from Europe and reports English reaction to Cleveland's policy shift. They view the president's stance as an about face, shrug off the fisheries dispute, and prefer Cleveland’s election, seeing him as guiding free trade and political expediency, with Canada considerations noted.
A nostalgic weathered verse laments Grover Cleveland as the century turns toward Harrison. A Pierre correspondent notes Dakota has a railroad commission, mocked for elusive sighting as public opinion quips about their visibility and influence.
A garbled OCR item reports Sitting Bull signing a settlement or treaty related to the Sioux opening. It mentions a commission inquiry into Indian removal or sites and includes references to Captain and probable action, though many words are unclear.
A reader from near Geen reports minimal frost across much of the corn belt, noting corn is thriving and predicting a good crop if frost remains absent. The writer, though tied to one area, claims little knowledge of other parts of the territory and insists on the broad potential impact.
The Chicago Tribune projects a Republican plurality in Vermont around 25 000 to 30 000, nearing the largest ever seen of 27 270 for Page. It would exceed Blaine by 21 153 and surpass Hayes and Garfield tallies, with Ormsbee’s two year prior lead at 20 522 over Shurtleff.
In Minneapolis the presidents of the Dakota farmers alliance were denied entry to the chamber of commerce. Duluth speculators admitted Loucks. Minneapolis traders opposed a farmers elevator system calling it a nefarious scheme. Farmers defend Duluth as best market with railroads to the depot.
The Pierre Free Press notes a persistent pattern among South Dakota journalists relying on Ralph Wheelock for the most engaging Dakota convention write up. The Mitchell Republican also contributes with Grigsby, Huron, and North Dakota coverage as the event unfolds.
Syrup of Figs is described as a delightful liquid laxative and the sole remedy for habitual constipation and related ills from weak kidneys liver and bowels. It is gentle effective and acceptable to the stomach, strengthening the organs it acts upon. Manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Co San Francisco California for sale by S L Sca llin with free freight for exhibits at the South Dakota Fair in Mitchell from Sept 25 to 26.
Pleasant Ridge reports a social gathering at Mr A H Statt home on September 9 with neighbors sharing supper and apples. The first white frost appeared September 1y and no crop damage. A harvest home dinner at Mr Lewis grove near Mt Vernon is planned for next Saturday with invites to bring baskets. A quarterly meeting at Pine school house is also scheduled for next Saturday.
In a detailed account by M Blowitz, The Times history and inner workings are traced from its 1788 birth under John Walter I to its modern style. The piece describes editors, wire services, fixed page subjects, and John Delane’s extraordinary routine starting at 10:30 am.
Kioto Cor. Globe-Democrat reports on the Chipin bell, the largest in Japan, housed at the Chioin temple above a stone staircase. The swing beam bell produces deep melodies that wake worshipers at dawn, while the temple’s altar dazzles with gilded carvings and a massive shrine. An old priest hawks a drum shaped like a sleigh bell as worshippers kneel, and a mender tends to shoes in the silent hall.
A Chicago News detective outlines shadowing techniques for tracking a suspect. He stresses studying the target, using multiple shadows, avoiding detection, and anticipating evasive moves by seasoned criminals to ensure successful surveillance.
A letter recalls how free passes persisted after interstate bills aimed to end them. A friend sought nationwide railroad passes but was limited to within state lines. a traveling advertising stint with paid expenses yielded paper passes, revealing loopholes in the system.
Contemporaries discuss whether Mexico City newsboys should wear leather or tin uniforms. The city gave suits to some boys with a promise to replace worn outfits, but none were repurchased. Critics say there is no legal way to force wardrobe choices and depriving boys of earning a living is unfree. Time magazine quip follows.
A fragmentary mix of political rhetoric from Yankton area figures discussing patronage and party influence, alongside an advertisement for California Fig Syrup and Swayne's Ointment. The text links Democratic strategies to Dakota reservations and presses modern patent remedies for constipation and skin conditions.
An 19th century advertisement proclaims Beggs Blood Purifier and Blood Maker as a powerful invigorator for worn out systems. It promises to restore vitality, energy, and skin health, sold by Druggist Scannin in Illinois with a money back guarantee if not effective.
Notice to Builders. Sealed proposals will be received at the clerk of the Hanson school township Hanson county Dakota up to Saturday September 15 1888 at 12 o'clock a.m. for the building of a schoolhouse per plans at the clerk's office. All material furnished on the grounds. Board reserves right to reject any or all bids. By order school board. DP UW SrnpEn Clerk Bank Dakota Aug 25 1888.
For Rent from September 15 1888 the Spencer house at Spencer Dakota enquire of C Amoades Mitchell Cal P O Box 474 If you spit up phlegm and are troubled with a hacking cough use Dr J H McLeans Tar Wine Lung Balm
We have money on hand to loan on improved farms at low interest. Call and see us if you need a loan. Davison Bros. & Seaman.
D G West announces candidacy for county attorney pending Republican county convention in Davison county. Also advertises money to loan on city property with special low rates for brick or stone business blocks through Davison Bros and Seaman.
Announcement of LB Morst Proster Townsurr seeking the office of register of deeds for Davison County South Dakota, subject to the decision of the Republican county convention on August 28, 1888.
An 19th century advertisement promotes Shilohs Vitalizer as a cure for dyspepsia and liver complaints, with guaranteed results. It lists sales by H. Scallin and IL Scallin and mentions a perfume called Wackme Pack priced at 25 and 50 cents.
The ad recalls Castoria as a trusted remedy from infancy to motherhood, mentioning use during illness, childhood, and pregnancy. It portrays ongoing reliance as a family staple, suggesting continued distribution to children and care across generations.
In district court Davison county an application will be made to the governor of Dakota on October 20 1888 for the pardon of Samuel Austin convicted of grand larceny at the March term 1888 and sentenced by Judge Bartlet Tripp to the penitentiary at Sioux Falls to serve the term. Sept 10 1889.
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