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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1918
Page
2
A long wartime column urges readers to support the government by buying war savings stamps and securities to fund operations. It cites harsh enemy brutality and asks steady, nationwide participation through June 28 to back the national effort.
In grim years when America fought for freedom and enemy troops seized towns, Tom Paine’s writings steadied the cause. His line Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered became a rallying cry for liberty and priced virtue.
A Wheaton Gazette letter argues that German subs aim to disrupt tonnage rather than stop American troops. It quotes a German officer claiming transports travel in convoys and that submarine attacks focus on cargo. The piece notes American resolve and references Hindenburg and Hindenberg in a satirical tone.
John Suffa and Pred La Croix were stopped by a masked gunman three miles northwest of Veblen. The bandit took $68 from Suffa after La Croix was unable to contribute. Locals suspect the thief may be a resident who knew Suffa’s habit of treating friends.
A ranch hand near Omaha admitted stealing nine calves and planned to give $310 in proceeds to his wife for support while he went to war. He tore up the check and confessed but insisted his wife should not learn of the theft.
Heavy rains in parts of the state improved crops in southern localities while northeastern areas saw heavier showers. The region reports above normal sunshine with general crop conditions improving though concerns exist for southern and central areas if rain arrives late. Early harvests show variable yields with total stock conditions noted as good.
Herbert Hoover warns that June 24 freight-rate increases will push wheat prices at Mississippi valley and eastern terminals higher by a few cents per bushel to offset farmer losses. He says the exact price adjustments will be set after June 25 by traffic experts to preserve farmers’ intrinsic position. Also reports Cecil Boden of Doland, South Dakota awarded a French bravery medal after being wounded at the front with the 151st field artillery.
A collage of odd wartime snippets includes President Wilson on unity, women helpers, Austria’s treaty note, railroad wage gains, aeroplane mail for NYT, Liberty and Red Cross motifs, and calls for national team spirit. It muses on classes, soldiers, and home front dynamics with affectionate satire.
The report lists local residents involved in various activities. Names include Guy Tarvin Lenssen Charlie Canfield Henry Huckberth families attended the Non-partisan League celebration at Big Stone. Oscar Hawkinson and wife attended Chautauqua in Sisseton Monday.
General merchandise business for sale in eastern South Dakota. Inventory about 9000 dollars plus fixtures 1000 dollars and building 3000 dollars. Yearly sales around 35000 dollars with all new goods. Town of 800 people with only two other stores. Will trade for land in eastern South Dakota or southwestern Minnesota up to 9000 dollars balance in cash. Address Lock Box 67 Egan South Dakota.
Second hand corn plows offered for sale inquire at J. H. Mead's address or location for details and price.
The letter expresses interest in the Allies Official War Review a weekly feature reel from the Divisions of Films through the Pathe Exchange Inc. It includes Allied war scenes and US government receipts fund war work while exhibitors must run the film without alterations per government agreements.
A local notice says G W Miller of the Unique Theatre will host an Official War Review every Saturday night. The event features photographs and footage of local servicemen, inviting patrons to attend and possibly see their own son or brother in the display.
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