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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1916
Page
2
A chaotic pastiche mocks political campaigns and national defense while skewering unpreparedness and subscription demands. It argues that electing a good man is easy but keeping him upright is hard, and ends with a humorous note on husbands and laughter.
A commentator notes optimism that the upcoming campaign may be more sane than usual. The remark frames hope for measured discourse and reduced polarization amid partisan clashes.
The piece urges citizens to embrace Americanism and a broader Communityism to improve roads, schools, businesses, and homes. It critiques highway politics, endorses stronger road work, warns against arrogance, and notes regional debates amid a national campaign. It cites the bridge trust and urges collective local effort.
The passage asserts that Christian charity is applicable everywhere except within political campaigns. It emphasizes the universal reach of charitable acts while noting a boundary against partisan political activity.
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