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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1919
Page
1
Sisseton prepares a two day holiday with free attractions including an aeroplane flight by Lieut. Selmer Rask, a military program for veterans, bands dances and a grand Roberts County parade. Other items note local war service praise and various town sports stories.
The McCoy Special built by McCoy and A. Halls of this city entered the Indianapolis 500 on May 31 but withdrew after 100 miles due to a broken oil pipe. Despite that, the Journal lauds the car’s impressive debut given it was designed and built here in winter and spring and shipped to Indiana without testing.
The Princeton Union notes anger over Secretary Baker's handling of conscientious objectors and praises Kellogg's push for congressional review. The Milbank Produce Co. names A Markel as new manager in Sisseton, taking charge this week. Milbank Herald Advance reports Decoration Day poultry shipments totaling $1,200.
Mrs S K Olberg leaves Tuesday at noon for a visit to the cities. She travels for personal reasons and plans to return home in the near future.
Miss Clara Koepke daughter of William Koepke and George Aldrich were married Tuesday at the Methodist parsonage with Rev. Hess officiating. The couple will reside briefly in Sisseton then visit Veblen and plan a home in Iowa.
The Seniors stage their annual play at the Opera House on Friday night. The production features Mose as a football hero and follows campus life with conflict between Mose and Thurston. Frank’s theft and Mose’s quick return to distinction drive the plot through three acts set in a fraternity house and Grolier Club reception room.
The Rosholt Review notes Ole Sando, a pioneer who settled near Victor township, plans to move with his wife and son to a residence in Starbuck next October. He leaves farming due to failing health and seeks a quieter life with fishing nearby. His old well and first home remain historic markers as his family prepares for the transition.
The Farmers Picnic at the John Nergaard farm has been postponed from June 18 due to an inability to secure suitable speakers. A new date will be announced later.
R O Richards filed the Liberty Referendum Petition with over 15000 signatures seeking a direct vote at the November 1920 election on the 1919 dry law. He argues the bone dry policy invades privacy and property rights and misuses law to police morality, urging a temperance framework with light wine and beer under permits. The piece notes German indignation over peace terms.
A letter to Secretary E C Gamm of Chautauqua Sisseton South Dakota announces the White Hussars Singing Band will close the event. The nine man group is praised as a premier national entertainment replacing the Merimakers.
Alma K Nelson and Albert August Schultz wed at the Carl Nelson home north of town on Wednesday June 4 in a large ceremony attended by about 200 guests. Rev. Edward Eited officiated with Miss Josie Nelson and Carl Schultz as attendants. A reception followed at the Nelsons’ residence as the couple, long-time neighbors, begin life with the groom's parents until a home is ready.
Major General Joseph Kuhn presented the Croix de Guerre to Representative Royal Johnson of South Dakota for his service as a lieutenant with the 313th Infantry abroad. The citation notes his courage at Montfaucon and his actions aiding two wounded soldiers despite being wounded himself.
Fragmentary note warns of a looming upheaval as a vague clock counts toward a distant 20 year horizon. The text suggests a wake up call will occur when the period ends, implying impending discovery or consequence.
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