11 Dec 1908
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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
1
Paused OCR yields unclear text. reads like a local notice mentioning Walter and a honoree. Due to unreadable fragments, produce a concise card noting names present and generic context without fabricating details.
Local and business notes show a brisk holiday rush as home seekers flock to Lanany. Wesley has set a state attorney contest in Roberts County pitting Robert C. Pearson against J. J. Baterson. The judge fixed December 28 for the hearing.
A report notes a defendant near Wat tava yd faced charges for shipping violations under state law. He pled guilty and paid a fine after evidence showed he exceeded the legal limit for game birds. The article mentions South Catholic law restricting game bird gambling and outlines permissible shot limits.
A fragmented note describes a history class meeting with Stents and J Turner. It mentions plans to meet every other Monday to explore archive material and study historical periods. Flags concern over attendance and student participation.
A state report states 40 persons were hired at railroad sites in the state last year, including 26 railroad employees and 12 others. Total injuries reached 445, with 801 railroad employees among the injured and 81 others. The railroad commissioners urge legislature to grant the board broader authority over state rail carriers and to raise fines for violators. Selby county seat celebration draws thousands to new courthouse banquet in Walworth County with a concluding hall event.
A neighbor plans to bring a partial gift to comfort the boy named Little Boy Blue, hoping to share some happiness. Anne recalls many families have a child like Little Boy Blue, suggesting a common desire to help.
The Milbank Gun Club announces its first annual tournament will be held in Sisseton next July with a later date to be fixed. Officers include President John Sherbino Webster and Treasurer J W Ross Milbank. committees chaired by Frank Webster. Notables present include D D Morrison of St Paul and associates from Aberdeen Meckling and Remigyrdon Arms Company.
A fragmentary NCR type story from a North Dakota cabin recounts a settler explaining a Christmas punishment ritual. Nine children are spanked and one sits apart as the father explains the method, with the mother agreeing. The narrator questions the tale as told.
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