23 Oct 1908
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Newspaper
Sisseton Weekly Standard
Location
Sisseton, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
1
A morning blaze consumed the one story Ingvarson residence near the Catholic church land, killing Nels Ingvarson's wife and two infant children. The fire, likely sparked during a kerosene mishap, trapped the family before neighbors could help. Funeral services were held Wednesday.
A brief political notice advertising insurance services urges readers to contact John C Perkins for all insurance needs. It emphasizes personal service and local availability.
Frank Hicks declares he is withdrawing as an independent candidate for sheriff. He urges supporters to vote Republican in the primary and thanks friends who backed him. He emphasizes his decision was voluntary and without external pressure.
The Missouri Girl played by Missouri Brthel Oden as Grubb impressed the audience at the Opera House on Monday with a superb portrayal. Fred A mond starred as Zeke Dobson and drew warm sympathy in each appearance, leaving the crowd engaged and entertained.
An old time advertisement touts Dean's Kidney Pills claiming relief from rheumatic pain and boosted health. The copy cites testimonials from Sisseton residents and urges readers to visit Palace Drug Store for more reports, listing Foster Milburn Co. as United States agents and a price of 50 cents.
The article outlines Hawaii Territory’s government under the Organic Act with a governor appointed by the U S Senate, a locally elected legislature, and a judiciary including a three member Supreme Court. It notes executive offices like attorney auditor land commissioner and superintendent of public works appointed with Senate confirmation, and details the territorial governance framework plus a letter from Honolulu about summer excitement and naval visits.
The Republican campaign opening in Roberts county drew good crowds in Sisseton Saturday with Governor Crawford speaking in the afternoon and Hon R S Vesley and Hon John Kean in the evening. Judge J O Andrews introduced speakers as H M Knight led the meeting. Ex-Lieutenant Governor Kean energized the audience while the Corona Band provided music.
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