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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1899
Page
9
A San Francisco dispatch says the South Dakota regiment will be mustered out Sept 27 and begin the homeward trip. Sioux City and Ames residents plan welcomes as the unit passes through en route to the state, with early October arrival anticipated if travel starts promptly.
The Yankton Gazette warns of crime in the city while The Press and Dakotan reassure outsiders about safety at the state fair. Local papers present conflicting views on security, portraying a mix of danger and reassurance for visitors and residents.
The Sioux Walls Press last Friday published an extensive writeup of the city and its business interests. The piece serves as advertising for the Press and includes many local names, some of which readers may not recognize due to the article’s pruning.
John T. Ingalls portrays the modern populist as prospering under prosperity. The ex-senator’s notches include improved dress and finances, a farmer with grain and cattle, and a shift away from free silver as a defining issue. The piece notes a changing view on wealth and poverty.
The Republican rebukes Governor Lee of South Dakota for condemning a “wicked” war as he welcomes home the South Dakota regiment. The piece contrasts his remarks with the soldiers’ valor, labeling his speech unfit for a state leader and warning of loyalties tested.
In Cincinnati, Murat Halstad faced a question from a hostile observer and replied that anyone hoping Filipinos would drive into the sea or overtake the U S Army is a traitor. He held to his stance as half the audience reportedly agreed, insisting swift rebuke for those who preach pulling down the flag in difficult times.
The Sioux Falls Press predicts critics will find fault soon as court martial trials end. It notes hospital fund buttons sold statewide to support a sick and needy soldier in California, arguing patriotism isn’t shown by gimmicks yet contributions aid a worthy cause.
The article notes a visit by resident Melkinley may occur and could lead him to include South Dakota on a trip to Sioux City. The state committee coordinating veterans’ return should push to secure the president's presence.
Aberdeen announces the grain palace opening October 2 for five days. For seven years the city has run this event through good and bad seasons, using it to energize the community despite uneven finances. This year the management has secured strong attractions and promises quality entertainment for residents.
Counties across South Dakota raised fifty thousand dollars to bring the regiment home at no cost to the state. The effort required little time and was funded largely by county loans and a personal subscription from business men, to be repaid as with the counties.
Hanson county has not contributed to aid South Dakota volunteers while most counties push donations or loans. The lack of action by the com m oners prompts Alexandria business leaders to consider stepping in to ensure a timely, successful drive.
The Yankton Press and Dakotan accuses a Republican machine in the state of distributing a catechism to returning soldiers with two lists. Patriots on one side and traitors on the other. The piece questions the press belief in such actions and notes Governor Lee and Senator Pettigrew disagree with Bryan on the Philippine war.
Surgeon Major Warne reports the South Dakota regiment in improved health by about 60 percent since leaving the Philippines. Sea voyage and better food credited for the gain. sick calls reduced and men thought as fit as when they sailed. A positive contrast to prior sensational coverage.
Crowds estimated at 10 000 to 12 000 gather as Buffalo Bill Cody leads a marching spectacle through Mitchell. The afternoon show features Annie Oakley and Johnny Baker while no night performance is held due to insufficient attendance. Col Cod rides in a white horse carriage as Rough Riders and US cavalry perform.
Washington report says a likely route may include South Dakota towns Milbank Webster Groton Aberdeen Redfield Woonsocket Mitchell Yankton Elk Point and end in Sioux City to greet the 13th regiment returning from the Philippines. Captain J H Hauser of Aberdeen arranged the invite and map details.
Private Arnt Carlson of Company B died on the transport Sheridan while crossing the ocean. A Sioux Falls correspondent notes he had fought in every Filipino campaign with his company and remained healthy since enlistment. Born in Trondhjem Norway in 22 years, he came from Baltic Minnehaha County with two sisters nearby and a mother there. Remains requested to be shipped home.
An old fashioned ad touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best cure for burns, cuts, bruises, boils, sores and skin eruptions. It promises fast pain relief, healing, and a 25 cent price with a guarantee, sold by S H Scafflin druggist.
Aberdeen may host a welcome for several South Dakota regiments returning from San Francisco. The Northern Pacific route appears best to move the three Black Hills companies from Billinga to their homes via Burlington and Oakes, transferring sleepers for minimal changes and comfort.
The Vernon News notes Judge Johnston, seen at the Smith Schnee sale last Saturday, bid on a two gallon jug and a lantern. He smelled the jug, smiled, and said it smelled natural, leaving readers to guess his next move with the unusual purchase.
An early morning scene on the Wild West show grounds features Indians performing a mysterious ritual. They kneel on the earth and kiss the grass, singing or uttering guttural tones as they move, with no explanation from any show member. The ceremony repeats at every stop, and one member speculates it may mark a return to their former hunting grounds.
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