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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1887
Page
4
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Friday September 23, 1887 reports Colonel Fred D. Grant unanimously nominated for secretary of state by New York Republicans and expected to win the election.
The New York Sun reviews the World interview with President Cleveland and notes much humbug in the rhetoric of some men. The paper cautions readers about overblown claims in the current discourse.
Inquiries about the territorial fair to be held in this city from September 26 to 30 should be addressed to Secretary Bushnell at Mitchell, where his headquarters will be through the event.
The railroads plan liberal arrangements including free freights, halt fares, and special trains next week, seen as a strong gesture of goodwill from Dakota people toward the industry and region.
C B Kemp of Watertown, a Democratic territorial committeeman, has been appointed a regent of Brookings College. The move is viewed as an overture by the governor to dissatisfied Dakota Democrats.
Political groups including labor, socialist, and allied organizations stir unrest within the Democratic ranks as Republicans gain momentum in New York state, signaling a potential decisive outcome.
The New York Republicans declare a platform aimed at excluding anarchists, communists, polygamists, paupers, fugitives from justice, and those deemed insane or criminal, along with contract labor, from participation or eligibility.
The controversy centers on whether Mrs Cleveland snubbed Gov Foraker in Philadelphia. Mrs Cleveland denies it, but Foraker and allies insist she did. Political capital is the likely motive behind the dispute.
The speaker suggests Governor Church will proceed with asylum improvements at Yankton if Van Tassel resigns from the board and an administration Democrat is named, condemning the idea of letting corrupt officials go free.
The Chicago Tribune notes danger that coal prices may fall if railroads do not stop increasing rates. Northwest coal consumers pay 15 to 40 percent more than coal is worth and are prepared to face this risk.
A Cedar Rapids preacher last Sunday evening urged that every man should take his home paper and that every home paper should be fit to enter every home. He criticized those who refuse to patronize local papers and stressed that success comes to those who stay informed through newspapers.
At the Congregational Association meeting in Sioux Falls 105 Dakota churches were represented. A strong memorial was drawn up to present to President Cleveland protesting the Indian language ban in schools. Rev. Dr. Ward was appointed to present the memorial to the president.
In Ohio remarks Senator Sherman argues temperance forcing unity across parties aids reform. He says Republicans support practical labor measures and oppose socialists, communists, and anarchists who threaten social order. He calls opponents criminals rather than workers.
The community mourns Major J. M. Washburn a man of quiet strength and firm views on general welfare. His devoted professional life and steadfast honor earned him respect. he maintained high duty to clients and public service, leaving a tight knit circle of friends and a broken family heart.
Next week marks a key moment for Mitchell as the territorial fair brings unprecedented focus. Local leaders urge persistent post fair action to turn visitor impressions into lasting investment in real estate and business location prospects.
A Worcester special reports a disastrous defeat for the president in Massachusetts. The governor nominee backed a presidential champion, while the at large delegates favored three openly hostile choices, including Judge Abbott, leaving the president with scant support among the four delegates. Ex-District Attorney Stearns remains popular and influential with the president.
The text notes that General Campbell did not snub the St Paul Globe by missing an advance copy request. It argues he shows notable kindness and charity despite provocation, contrasting his restraint with what others might have done to a newspaper deemed indecent.
Omaha road officials say they are willing to do as much as any line for the fair. They note a delay in mail delivery caused their reply to secretary Bushnell to miscarry, leading to the assumption Omaha would not respond.
A Dakota democratic editor argues Mr Sherman talks too much and says too little to be a credible presidential contender, branding him one of the era's brainiest public men yet unlikely to win.
The text notes Rev. Burchard backing Grover Cleveland during his second bid, a move seen as potentially swaying Blaine from seeking another run.
The case against editor Lewis of Milbank grows more serious than first thought, and cannot be dismissed as a boyish scrape. Circumstances as reported strongly against him.
United States treasurer Slyatt is said to be on the verge of resigning amid allegations that he has shown himself notoriously incompetent.
Balloon ascensions headline next week with county exhibits and attractions at the Sioux City crop palace. Prairie fires near Aberdeen and Col Plummer afloat after leaving Aberdeen Pioneer. Mitchell half fare visitors urged. Sioux Falls stone workers strike over convict labor. Grand Forks proud as north Dakota fair draws vast entries, promising the largest western stock show.
The anarchists are described as weakening as their doom seems sealed. Ex-Gov. Pierce is slated to deliver the oration at the Army of the Tennessee reunion in 1888 to be held in Toledo Ohio.
The article notes Mitchell has a major chance to impress the wider world next week as special trains bring hundreds of visitors to the fair. Half fare on all lines adds incentive for attendees, boosting exposure and turnout.
The Alexandria Herald questions the authority of the assistant veterinary surgeon to euthanize grandered horses and seeks clarity on who bears the cost. The article weighs whether funding should come from the territory or the county.
The Dakota section of the St. Paul Globe continues weekly to defend Church interests and to vehemently attack Pierce with earnest, broad emphasis across the page.
The Brown county fair, which closed Saturday, was a grand success in every feature. It urges neighboring communities to bring a strong exhibit next week to share in the glory and raise their own standing.
The Sioux Falls Argus-Leader hints at Judge Palmer as a potential Democratic nominee for Congress. The piece notes party strategy and speculation about his candidacy and timing.
Mandan editor Tuttle threatens to appeal to the inter suite commerce commission to charge Judge Prouecis with riding on a pass. The Mitchell Republican questions if such a move would constitute making a spectacle and urges civic duty to file a complaint if the facts support it.
The Yankton Press reports Adjutant General Tyner telegraphs Colonel Webb and Colonel Brown that they are not dismissed but may resign while Governor Church concedes haste in their cases. The piece questions if a court martial should be offered to the accused, suggesting justice is hidden in territorial red tape.
The Chicago Tribune reports a fierce dispute over soft coal freight rates between Chicago and northwestern points. The 95 cent rate from Spring Valley and Chicago to St Paul is challenged as Milwaukee and St Paul matches it from mining areas. If Chicago lines match the Northwest rate, the cost to St Paul could drop to 15 cents a ton, threatening above all profitability and traffic. Strenuous efforts back efforts to settle the dispute and restore rates.
The piece mocks the president as unattractive and unstatesmanlike. It argues his appearance will depress Democrats, prompting self doubt about his suitability to lead the United States.
A biased portrait mocks Mr Cleve land showing him at his worst this season. The description paints his skin pocked by acne, sweat, and a heavy neck, likening him to a Cincinnati brewery foreman and a New Orleans market butcher.
The Capital announces a liberal offer to every subscriber to receive the book Our Family Physician by January 1858. The scheme rewards old subscribers who recruit new ones with a $3 book or a year’s subscription for 1.75, aiming to double circulation and prove the paper’s value to Dakota readers.
The Fargo Argus argues Gov Church is misled by discreet mugwump advisers surrounding him as constitutional advisers. It acknowledges Major Edwards as an experienced attorney who sees a strong defense point in the governor’s situation.
Hanson county officials commendably refused to levy the territorial tax this year. The Alexandria Advocate notes this stand as a blow to a carpetbag form of government, urging other counties to join in resisting such taxation to starve political leverage.
For God Home and Native Land the Mitchell G T U will hold regular meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of each month in the Presbyterian Church.
Judge Alexander Hoo and city observers note ten licensed saloons drain the city's revenue, costing about 20000 yearly for licenses and operation while attracting voters and non residents alike. Prohibition and temperance efforts gain support as counties move to local option.
In an interview in the Yankton Press Mr Goodrich said several railroad surveying crews are active between Yankton and Denver with additional skirmishers recording notes between Yankton and Mitchell and Yankton and Bismarck. He noted parties recently appeared from the Nebraska bluffs and another group sounded the river before ice breakup last spring.
An advertisement claims impure blood causes blotches eruptions pimples and boils due to a failing liver. It warns untreated issues lead to liver or kidney disorders or consumption and promotes Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure and preventative.
Passenger agent notes a daily special excursion train from Laverne to Mitchell with morning departure and return from Mitchell around 5 30 p.m. Secretary Bushnell works to arrange connections at Salem with the Chicago and North Western railroad for coordinated timings.
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