Public Library Monthly Report February 1913
The Sisseton Public Library reports 24 days open for circulation and reference in February 1913 with 329 volumes issued and an average daily circulation of 13. largest day 26 on Feb 15. Children’s section circulated 215 with a max 11 on Feb 15. Gifts include Little Folk's Magazine from the Bern Star and several periodicals. libraries list additional titles in current notices. Pearl F. Robinson signed the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Folk's Magazine
The
Bern
Sisseton Public Library
McClure’s Magazine
Hearst’s Magazine
the Review of Reviews
Current Opinions
the Outlook
the Survey
Independent
the St Nicholas
the Little Folks
the Delineator
Minneapolis Journal (Daily
Standard
Courant
Record
Ford Times
Industrial Collegian
Broolings
Phremo Cosnan
Mitchel
Huron
Pearl F. Robinson
Correction in Carlberg vs. Russel Grader Co. judgment
A correction states W. F. Carlberg did not lose the case against Russel Grader Co. He actually obtained a judgment for 250 dollars, reversing a prior misstatement in the Standard.
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W. F. Carlberg
The
Russel Grader Co
Carlberg
Bee Cahill’s Wallpaper and Home Goods Line
Bee Cahill advertises a line of wall paper rugs linoleum lace curtains and window shades highlighting home decor options.
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Bee Cahill
The Class Conflict at Star Theatre Showcased Socialist Views
Miss Amy G. Edmunds from Butte Montana spoke on The Class Conflict after a screening at the Star theatre Friday night. She argued labor oppression under capitalism and proposed socialism as a cure while acknowledging debate over methods like purchase or confiscation to seize control of industry tools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Theatre
Amy G. Edmunds
Edmunds
Butte
Montana
Death of John Israelson prominent county official dies
John Israelson father of Iver Johnson Roberts County treasurer died March 7 after a paralytic brain illness. He had lived with son William at Grenville and visited relatives in Wist and Sisseton. Funeral conducted by Rev. Nestvold and Rev. Hylland with large attendance. buried in Saron cemetery. Born 1857 in Norway immigrating 1880, he later settled Grenville Day County then Roberts County. survived by five children and J M Johnson of Calgary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Israelson
Iver Johnson
Roberts County
Israelson
William
Grenville
Wist
P. C. Johnson
Sisseton
Ladies’ Aid Society
Martin Simonson
Tostenson
Andrew Lyseng
Simonson
Iver
P. €. Johnson
Saron ‘Cemetery
Nestvold
Hylland
Wilmot
Nny
Beautiful
Mr. Israelson
Norway
Isso
Swift County
Minn
Day
Old Day
J. M. Johnson
Calgary
Canada
Who's the Liar A Far Reaching Tax Case Reexamined
In 1914 a dispute over taxes involved Minneapolis Threshing Machine Co suing Roberts County. The article accuses C R Jorgenson of falsifying documents while defending his role and integrity. The piece questions trust in Jorgenson and invites readers to judge his honesty.
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Minneapolis Threshing Machine Co
R. Jorgenson
Roberts County
J. J. Batterton
Thomas Mann
Jorgenson
Carpenter
D. F. Stevens
C. R. Jorgenson
Sisseton
8. D
Clothing Below Cost Sale to Close Out Inventory
A retailer announces a ten day sale offering the entire stock of clothing and furnishings at less than wholesale cost to close out. First come, first served.
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Sisseton
Pri
Snobbishness and Ford Sales in Ford Times
Glen Buck argues display driven car purchases harm buyers and economies favor Ford efficiency. He contrasts ostentation with self interest, noting many wealthier buyers switch from luxury cars to economical Ford models for practical, long term value. The piece champions efficiency over show in vehicle choice.
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Ford Times
Glen Buck
Ford
Zenith Club meets with full attendance for Hamlet lesson
The Zenith club gathered on the sixth with Mrs. Foss and a full turnout. Members praised the Hamlet lesson led by Mrs. Andrews and discussed the upcoming annual banquet on the twenty sixth.
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Zenith Club
Denmark
Ophelia
Laerteg
France
Laertes
Hamlet
Sisselton
Vera Rickert
Socialists to Field City Ticket for Mayor and Three Aldermen
The Socialists announce a slate for city government with John C. Knapp for mayor, David K. Overberg for alderman first ward, Frank H. Stauffer for second ward, and James M. Morrill for third ward. They will unveil their platform at the Star theatre Tuesday night.
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John C. Knapp
David K. Overberg
Frank H. Stauffer
James M. Morrill
Star Theatre
For Sale Items Include Auto Sparker and Feed Mill
Classified notice lists a Motsinger auto sparker and vibrating coil for 10 dollars and an Algo Wilford three year old feed mill for 100 dollars. All items described in first class condition with new belts, listed by Lloyd Cestilegnen.
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Motsinger
Algo Wilford
Lloyd Cestilegnen
Also Mentioned on This Page
Citizens National Bank
Joseph Marvick
LEG
J. Lukanitsch
Asaletant Cashier
Henry Helvig
Public Library Report
Andrews
State of
South Dakota
Roberts
A.K. Jorgenson
Zrolis Dollar Hotel
Ouban
Guaurance
City Politics
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