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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1913
Page
4
Several newspapers fault Governor Vessey for spending much of the past four years away from North Dakota, directing attention to his travel and absence from state duties.
California faces danger to its orange crop as a cold snap looms while South Dakota enjoys a warm mild winter. The piece notes odd nature stunts and contrasts regional weather patterns. The alert emphasizes potential agricultural impact.
Local chatter notes Sisseton benefits from business leaders funding road work rather than calendars. A Minnesota newspaper backs the plan, promoting the spending as a public good and urging similar support nearby.
From Washington a special reports Senator Bristow of Kansas backs a bill to regulate big business. The piece notes little regulation is expected during the next twenty-five years or while the current Supreme Court remains in power.
The court rules that the Minnesota reciprocal demurrage statute is unconstitutional, prompting commentary on the court’s balance between public interests and corporate power.
The Pierre Journal notes the senatorial fight may become a real contest with Judge McNulty as a possible candidate. It highlights Judge McNulty facing strong opposition from Mr. Sterling, given Sterling’s known strength.
The man elected county treasurer in Mahnomen County is removed for violation of the corrupt practices act by giving away cigars and drinks and passing the bottle at a dance. This isolated case hints at broader state-wide improprieties that could be exposed by strict examinations.
The Pierre Capital Journal predicts the upcoming state legislature will be one of its most important ever with widespread freelance activity and notable trouble makers. The paper foresees real lawmaking and a vigorous session.
A short note on washing and preserving flannels. It mentions shrinking and resizing as part of the care process and hints at practical tips for managing fabric size after washing.
Alvah Green set for open house January 15 1913 as the Lyceum entertainer in the first program. Miss Streeter returns as high school teacher and Maurice Swanberg and Edith Swedlund join the sophomore and freshman classes. Eighth grade moves to second floor, high school occupies third. New chair addition reflects higher enrollment. Assignments list: Pearson Latin algebra Streeter German English Gould English music My Dunn science mathematics McDonald history. Total enrollment 422 with 343 in grades and 79 in high school.
The Woodmen and Royal Neighbors held a joint installation on Tuesday evening with Ben Hanson and Mrs. Croal as installing officers. A program followed including a song by Mrs. Cottingham and readings by Miss Oliver and Mrs. Taplin, ending with a prayer by Rev. R C Shearer. A supper served by the ladies closed the affair.
All warrants issued by Easter township up to Register No 888 are called for payment at the Ke and Zana National Bank Sisseton South Dakota. Dated January 8 1913.
A cryptic OCR fragment notes a figure or event linked to a "highest cash font" and a reference to Gen Bres with numbers 22 3 1 18. The readable text presents unclear names, brackets, and dates, offering minimal concrete facts or context for a fuller summary.
Dr. Wiley, renowned food expert, cites a peculiar alfalfa louse as the cause of yellowing alfalfa. He describes a Virginia experiment where plants, despite good soil and lime treatment, reddened as insects fed on sap, prompting farmers to inspect for lice.
A Michigan Agriculturist correspondent shares a dry clean poultry feeding trough built by cutting a ceiling board to create a trough that slopes to exterior clapboards. Hinges and a button keep the panel, and a coal scuttle makes filling easy. The system prevents waste and soiling while saving space in celled or exterior setups.
The church outlines next Sunday's sermons titled The Disappointing Christ in the morning and evening. Starting mid February the Senior Christian Endeavor will study Mormonism, the Islam of America, using the text for class or personal study. Attendees are asked to see the pastor about obtaining the book. Plan to join the week of prayer starting Monday evening with full announcements next Sunday.
Regular services at 10 30 a m and 1 p m Sunday school at noon Luther League at 6 45 p m Confirmation class meets at the parsonage 1 30 each Saturday Services at Lakeview church next Sunday 2 30 p m Prayer meeting Thursday 7 45 p m Ladies Aid meets at Mrs H L Stagigs Thursday Jan 16 at the usual hour
A Catholic church schedule notes that there will be no services on the upcoming Sunday. Parishioners are advised to check for further notices or rescheduled events from the church office.
We are agents for H. Willard, Sons & Co. Bring in your cow or horse hides to be made into a good robe. Schindler Bros., Sisseton, S. D. (29-tf)
The Zenith Club hosted a bi yearly event for tardy and absent members. Nine club delinquents acted as a tribunal at Huascutua Mansion de Andrews and summoned the rest of the club to perform with King Claudius and Queen Gertrude among others. The ladies mocked their parts while a ghastly atmosphere faded into applause. A luncheon followed the performance with members joining in.
A small brown black sheep skin robe valued by H. Hendrickson of Effington South Dakota was lost about 5 or 6 weeks before Christmas between Effington and Sisseton. Finder should leave it at elevator No. 5.
An eye specialist from St Paul will be in town next Saturday January 11 and will remain through the following week. Patients are advised to visit the office with Dr. Cook for appointments.
Local office offers a large lot of vintage newspaper sheets for sale at a nickel per item. The ad invites buyers to inquire for details on quantities and condition.
A concise observation on how improving property boundaries with crafted fencing can foster neighborly relations. It notes that thoughtful planting and maintenance of a few rods of fencing may elevate communal harmony.
Advice on poultry care emphasizes feed quality during dry periods, air and dampness control, and splitting flocks into small groups for better gains. It notes broilers and capons yield high prices, recommends dry dirt to absorb moisture, and stresses constant grit to aid digestion and prevent deaths.
The Sisseton fret public library closed December 31 1912 after 25 days. 2 adults and 4 juveniles joined new registrations totaling 6. 215 volumes issued at 9 per day with 3 to country patrons. Readers 479 with 369 children. peak attendance 36. New fiction My Friend Prospero donated. lineator and coming year gifts from Mr J Lockwood. Librarian A L MacDonald.
A brief classified item from Sisseton South Dakota notes a fine list of first class improved farms for sale offered by O E Lier of Sisseton. The listing highlights quality farmland suitable for buyers seeking productive properties in the region.
A pocket book containing $6.50 to $7.00 was lost on December 24, 1912, between Staings store Red Cross drug store and Radisson restaurant. Reward of $2.00 offered for its return to the Standard office. Contact Ben Grove.
Gen John Gibbon Relief Corps No 70 will meet Saturday the 11th at 2 30 PM for installation of officers. Full attendance requested and bring lunch. There will be two picnic suppers after the work and old soldiers and their wives are invited.
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