04 Dec 1908
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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1908
Page
1
Fragmentary scene shows characters debating distant work versus staying local at Ginger's hall for a job. They weigh convenience, home life, and the prospect of finding a suitable position, with one urging to stay near home and the other considering broader options.
In a discussion of new divorce statutes, critics warn that the act’s "six months residence" rule could let couples divorce quickly after traveling to South Dakota. Lawyers note the changes may fuel a brisk divorce trade while asserting the law remains drastic but not as extreme as some eastern papers claim.
Survivors of early hardship and later prosperity in the two states plan a joint home-coming near the border to celebrate a notable anniversary. Invitations go to former residents including Frank Pettigrew. The Modus Dakota award from twin cities will depart to honor the occasion as a parade travels from Washington, Oregon, and southern California.
A fragmented note records an event involving Nuel Hie, with unclear details due to OCR errors. The readable fragment hints at an identification or action concerning Hie, but specifics remain obscured. Further source clarity is needed to confirm names, places, and outcome.
A chicken pie supper hosted by the Presbyterian church Ladies Aid Society was postponed due to bad weather but drew strong support. About 150 dollars in proceeds were raised, surpassing expectations for the event.
M. W. A. Blect Officers and the Mader Woulinen of Arnoviess held a meeting. Names listed include Huiorible Ciheol RB and Hinson. The note mentions work horses for sale and a year-old horse.
The Ainsworth Paino Company of Sisseton and Milbank offers to apply piano contest certificates from other piano houses up to 100 dollars toward the purchase price of any piano sold, valid until January 1 1909. Certificates must be issued within the last 60 days.
A farmer’s note urges buying a pure bred registered Black Bull from J. A. Eckert in Sisseton South Dakota. Also advertised is a thoroughly overhauled Remington typewriter just out of the shop, offered for sale by the STANDARD.
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