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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1908
Page
6
A quirky note promotes subscribing to the STANDARD with a light heart. The snippet invokes cheerful imagery and urges readers to discard gloom and join in with humor and optimism as life’s rewards come to those who stay positive.
A column rails at Hearst and Bryan while noting Georgia railroad rules allowing ads for pay and a Chicago ruling. It traces independent voters from Cleveland to Roberts County, criticizes political bosses, and argues the Standard supports majority rule over domination by a single faction. It likens bosses to a bed-bug and urges respect for the majority.
The piece argues public opinion shifts against political bossism as masses gain self reliance. It contrasts past boss-controlled elections with a move toward government of, by, for the people, urging citizens to act beyond party bosses. It notes voters often followed bosses and tolerated their influence.
The Standard argues that smiling boosts public appeal across leaders Taft Roosevelt Bryan Johnson and others. It notes a shift from sober countenances to cheerful expressions in politics and even clergy, claiming smiling conveys inner satisfaction and broad favor.
In a barber chair a victim quips about lather and whipped cream while Mac comments on timing. Local motorists are urged to study speeding statutes as several are seen racing through town. Mr Nutter of Lemars Iowa and his family were stopped north of Sioux Falls on Madison road and fined for damages from a runaway incident en route to Aberdeen.
A local church notices weekly Thursday evening service and a morning prayer session. Plans include a Saturday Gall Hall meeting for work and business, with August 1 events and a Luther society gathering at a member’s home.
The Sisseton Produce Company will pay cash for cream and offer an honest test. Call and see them. Also a cheap second hand binder and a good horse for sale through Geo. W. Baxter, Wilnot.
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