30 Sep 1887
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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1887
Page
1
Readable reports describe the Dakotas’ fair grounds packed with Dakota owned horses cattle and swine from numerous counties. Exhibits include top breed stock rich grain fruit and a major art hall with skilled Dakota handiwork drawing praise as judges prepare for races and bicycle events.
A dense list of land office items notes patents received for delivery, cancellations, residence requirements, proof of citizenship, notices of publication, and ongoing administrative actions. It includes names such as Cornelius Millbach Frank Ueinzmann Henry S. Berray John Stranace Jr and various parcel references with dates in August 1887. It also records shooting contest results and an upcoming event beginning at one o'clock featuring a 12 bird single rise, a 9 bird single rise, and a 5 pair double rise.
First grade students will have two days for exams. Applicants must pass in geometry civil government bookkeeping theory and practice philosophy and algebra besides common branches. Required percentages are 90 80 70 for grades one two three with minimums 75 68 55 in any branch. Examination see St H L Bras County Supt.
The forecast suggests light winds and warmer temperatures could make for one of the most pleasant days. Residents are advised to enjoy outdoor activities with modest expectations for further warming.
Weil Brothers store opened with a grand display of new goods after a late setup. Rich Faille Francais silks in popular shades, plushes, Congo suiting, camel hair stripes, cashmeres, and a broad range of wraps, blankets, and carpets drew a crowded throng, signaling strong shopper interest in Dakota.
A Calcutta Chronicle note contrasts Indian heat and daily life with California breezes. It soberly lists India's service caste, from mallees and maters to ayahs and bearers, detailing pay from 4 to 7 rupees monthly, and notes dangers like mosquitoes and cobras in the home.
A survey of prominent individuals across politics religion and letters notes Benator Dawes and John T Wait aging 70 and 76 respectively. It mentions Blaine mail, Lamont in McGrawville, Dougherty in Paris, Curry in Madrid, Kuki in Washington, Whittier and Stedman in New Hampshire, and Woodruff at 80. It highlights General Rose, Benj amin Butler, Norman Munro, and E Berry Wall. It cites the Rev Dr Fulton, Bishop Beckwith, Sheridan Gresham and Lincoln, and underlines Dr Underwood and Dr Norton as notable figures in diplomacy and pulpit oratory.
Pleasant Ridge young ladies hosted their third social, clearing 329 toward pastor Sage’s annual 860 salary. The day school under Miss M. E. Wright has twelve pupils and growing, with reports of good hours and strict order. Mrs Nabinger sold cucumber pickles worth over 310 and stored eighty-four gallons. September 26 saw a Sunday school review by Mr J. B. Ewart, who gave a farewell address. An October 2 preaching at 11 by Rev. Sage and a Pine schoolhouse quarterly meeting on October 1 and 2 were announced. A mush and milk supper drew about thirty neighbors, with Miss M Wright as captain and several friends in colorful outfits. Fred the horse died after a brief illness. A surprise party for Mr J B Ewart drew about forty, ending with a fine lunch and social visits.
The list of uncalled letters includes many names such as Andrews Branson Booth C UO Mrs Atryson and others. Addressees are urged to call for their mail with the word advertised and claim within thirty days or their letters will be sent to the dead letter office. D Hawk Meir P M
A montage of curious facts and local color from Dooley county Georgia to Novato California. Items include a 7 foot 2 inch man, a multi-purpose Novato setup, a divorce plea by a one armed man in Salem, bicycle traffic rules in Oregon, a Tucson restaurant menu for 25 cents, a Wisconsin farmer chasing twine price drops, Julian Mills suing for alienation of affection, and John Woods a Saginaw barber seeking his long lost mother in West Virginia.
A record of a Sunday school gathering at Peck's School House in Badger Two, with schedules including opening addresses, music, lessons, and committee nominations. The program lists Hy McCormick, J A Kipp, L N Seaman, and others, ending with benediction and committee notes.
Notices from Mitchell Dakota archive list settlers announcing intent to make final proof for homestead claims. Entries name applicants such as Andre Olson Lydia A. Patterson and others, with hearing before the register and receiver on specified dates in 1887 and witnesses from Davison and surrounding counties.
In Davison county Mitchell Dakota Territory Moses W Gray Charles H Kingman William A Collins and Franklin D Gray filed suit against Daniel Johnston The Territory directs Daniel Johnston to answer within thirty days or risk judgment for 162 84 with 7 percent interest from December 1846 plus costs Attorney Dillon & Preston represents plaintiffs
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