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The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
LOOKING FORWARD

-, The future course is now a clear-cut proposition
The line of demarcation is unisa ably drawn The issue
is a straightforward fight between the farmer-abor
forces and organized capital: The republican forces
have full and absolute control Of this government for the
next four year, but we face of the past record of
the republican party, expect anything of beneficial
ture from republican administration? We think not
But shall watch developments Closely both state and
national, and keep readers informed.
But Notwithstanding the republican landslide it
should be understood that the National Nonpartisan
League, organization, has made phenominal gains
every state in which the League operated, and the fight
for right and justice has just begun, for have
something for which to fight 1t is of ito have
and to hold and two years hence will the election of
League to different national bodies and when
this time comes will then be in position to work from
the inside.
All that is needed is united effort and constant
plugging. fight Of this kind be won in two or
three years, but it will be in four just keep
in mind that right must ultimately be victorious, and that
is what the Nonpartsan League is fighting for Had the
conditions been equally balanced to the opportunity to
vote woul dlave carried the state but can't
troll the elements. 1t simply misfortune, not de-
feat in the true sense Of theword.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
Social at Goodwill
Lutheran Church

A social was given in the Good
will Lutheran church by the men of
the congregation The purpose for
which the social was held was to
raise funds for the piano recently
purchased. The means of raising
money was a mock election which
also proved to be entertaining. Two
parties took part in the election, one
progressive and the other extremely
reactionary Each vote cost one
cent and each person could cast as
many votes as they wanted provid-
ing each vote was accompanied by
one cent. Sal was realized from the
election. Refreshments were served
later. All report a good time.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
Ross Carter
SucCuTllE)s to
Hearth { allure {

On Monday evening the city Of
siaseton and the entire community
was saddened when it was learned
that Ross Carter had suddenly died.
Ross together with A. j. Otto,
nj Ed Rademacher had baep duck
hunting IN Dry Run Monday after
noon Ross had gotten more than
his share of the ducks and began
carrying them up toward the car
On the way, it was noticed that he
walked unsteadily; but no one
thought anything of that. When
he reached the top of the hill, how
ever, he placed his gun against the
car and fell. Only a few minutes
passed before death ensued.
Ross had been affected with
heart trouble for number of years.
and had been advised not to eXers
himself The exertion from climb
ing the hill with load is said to
have caused the sudden effect.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
Obituary

Ross Albert Carter, the only son
of Lewis and Nellie Carter, was born
in Northwood, Iowa, May 10. 1884.
He died of heart failure ON Novem-
Der /, 1920
When a BOY of 10 he came with
his parents to Sisseton, S. d., which
place has since been his home. For
the past years he has conducted
an auto livery business at Sisseton,
where he was considered the most
careful and conscientious of drivers
Ross has grown to manhood here
in our midst and numbers his
friends by his acquaintances. He
was sunny genial disposition and
always had a smile and friendly
word for all with whom he met. In
the home as we'll he was always
source of comfort and help to his
parents and sister.
ii was known for some time by
his parents and relatives that Ross
had a very weak heart, but the news
of his death, which came suddenly
Monday evening while he was hunt
ing at Dry Run, came as terrible
shock to relatives and friends. He
will be sadly missed by all who kne "
him.
The Standard joins the many
friends of the family in extending
heartfelt sympathy in their extreme
hour of sorrow.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05

Election returns from the nation indicate
overwhelming majority for Harding. Untrue to prece
dent Cox failed to carry solidy in the South Harding
is reported to have carried 32 states
The state went to the Rebuplicans by small major
ty. The Democrats lower than was expected, but
this undoubtedly due to great extent to the fact
that about hours before the opening of the
polls circular letter was circulated stating that the
democrats had withdrawn from the to support the
republican ticket The rural vote was cut almost
third on account of the storm and bad roads.
1t is estimated that close to 500 Nonpartisan votes
not cast in this county result of bad roads, But
in spite of this the Nonpartisan ticket consistently
ahead in Roberts county.
Latest returns in the county indicate that seven Nom
partisan candidates have been elected They Refs
dorf senator Sanders and Fonder representatives Ba-
ke, sheriff: Hanson auditor; Tesre register of deeds
and Twte county commissioner. SteVens Rep, over
johnson ior clerk Of courts Swenurson Wiclard
fer Tesy and Meand has probably nosad out over Fell
baum Rol-er on8stsisan drew 9 large vote, winning
ose1 .Iael or large aa]ority
n Nseansi &c 1aame. a5or p Toilette forces
" 590.0 m49ei. fas ziar is raeleeted governor ce
Norall Dakota III r. g Iadd, for United States senat-
orran awag a}aad of lis rival Perry l. v a. Baer, who
YVES defeated il lie primary is emily reelected to
compress over Burtness !. Y. A.
We will give TIE oflcia returns in our next issue and
we want TO ask that you cut ii and put it away BY
so doing you will have the figures and two years from
now you can make comparison and readily see the Won
derfu growth of the Nonpartisan League in South Da
kota.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
Some Logic, This

why is not the dollar
entitled to a hearing as
we'll as other laborers?-
Sisseton Courier.
Did you ever see a dol
lar digging a ditch?
Did you ever see a dollar
plow a furrow?
We have heard of some
people worshiping the
golden calf. Have you?
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
ROBERTS COUNTY GOES
over FOR Mp. l.; STATE
FOR REpl)Bl ICAN TICKET

1t Is Estimated That There Were About Five Hundred
League Votes in Roberts County That Were Not Cast
Last Tuesday Account of the Poor Condition of the
County Roads.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
PIG CLUB PRIZE

The Duroc Digest Of Minneapolis
offers asilyer cup to the boy in the
Sisseton Pig Club who has the best
Duroc pig to sell at the sale on
November II.
The cup can be seen in the win
dow Of Mr.. Thomas's harness shop.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
Examine Car Supply

Washington, Nov. 3.-An
Investigation to determine
whether there has been
any violation of the law or
unjust discrimination in
the distribution of coal
cars for interstate and for
eign commerce was order
ed today by the Interstate
Commerce Commission.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
NIcMAsTER GONRNOR or SOUTH DAKoTA
WISCONSIN ELECTS LEAGUE GOVERNOR

Milwaukee, Nov. 3.-Returns at midnight from 1910
precincts out of total of 2425 gives Harding 306442
and Cox 10064 Figures received from 1884 precincts
se henfoot @ for snst9r @ % Rsqssh W TO-
Returns for governor in 194o precincts give Blaine
(R) 294316; Mccoy D) 2o7,5SS Coleman (S) 59235
Returns received so far indicate five Democrats have
failed to elect single member of the assembly of men,
Der Of congress-
Milwaukee county defeated every Socialist for coun
ty office and Victor L. Berger was defeated by former
Congressman Stafford, (Republican) by majority in
excess of 5000.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
O'Connor Early Lead 10000

At midnight last night O'Connor had lead of 4,947
votes Frazier with 743 precincts still to be heard
from At one time during the day his supporters claimed
night for governor was l58493 1t is estimated that at
least $4,000 votes still to be heard FROM These are
all strong League precincts On the face of the returns
from the last 800 precincts reported last evening" League
officials estimate that these will go least to for the
farmer-labor ticket
Barnes county that went against the League in the
June primary gave Governor Frazier a majority last
Tuesday which may reach 400 when all the votes are
counted Nelson county has also swung from the l. " A.
column as have Enllnons, Logan and Mcintosh. The
and Grand Forks counties, according to incomplete
turns available
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
nlistice Day
ir Sisse.tOn to
be Biz Affair
iscmewber fianlsiicc Day, THURS
cay November ii.n

The local roat is arranging for y
good demonstration on November
11-s here Will he a large parad >
in the afternoon. and a general good
time for everyone during the re-
mainder of the day The parade
will be headed by the sisseton band
In the evening dance will be given.
This will be the second big an
nual affair for the American Legion
Come out and have a good time.
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
0'C0NN0I2'S EARLY LEAD
MEI.TS AWAY AS FARMER
PRECINCTS REPORT Vote
With 743 Precincts to Re Heard From, All Strong Non-
partisan Territory, Estimated to Have Poed at Least
$4,000 Votes, Fusion Candidate Has Only 4947 Lead at
Midnight.

On the face of unofficial returns from 1348 precincts
OF the 209l in the state Governor Lynn j. Frazier has
been reelected for third term by majority of about
$4,000 over j. f. T. OConnor the antifarmer candidate,
was claimed at the state headquarters of the Nonparti
san League at midnight last night. DR.. b. f. Ladd Re-
publican candidate for United States SENATOR indorsed
by the farmerlabor forces will have much larger ma
]ority partial returns show.
The other state candidates the Republican ticket
ndorsed by the farmerabor forces are running lust as
we'll and better than the governor this being particular
ly true of Commissioner John N Hagen Commissioner
of assurances 0. Olson and William Leke for attorney
general Mr.. Lemke will probably be elected by larger
majority than Governor Frazier r. j. Kampn is run
ming far behind his ticket
The Sisseton weekly standard. (Sisseton, Roberts County, S.D.) 1892-1929, 1920-11-05
From Frying Pan Into Fire, Says Deebs

Atlanta, Ca-"There never was any doubt about the
result of yesterdays eecon Eugene V Debs, Socialist
candidate for president, said in statement today
"he fate of the Democratic party sealed at the
Versailles peace conference One thing was made clear
by the election returns President Wilson, Attorney Gen
eral Palmer and Postmaster Burleson now know what
the American people think of their despotic administra
tion.
"But unfortunately the people have not profited by
past experience They need look for Improvement in
conditions result of the election Wall Street is still
in the saddle under Harding it under Wilson,
"Polticay speaking, the American people have the
cheerful habit of jumping from the frying pan into the
fire and back again"
The Socialist nominee added that Socialism will -four
s Ike green bay tree under the Harding administra
ton
McMAsTER GCERNOR OF SOUTH Dakota
Sioux Falls Nov 3-Reports from nearly third of
the precincts in South Dakota made it appear certain
that William r. McMaser Of Yanton has been elected
governor with plurality Of than 10000 votes The
500 precincts reported give McMaster [R) 17,277;
Howes (D), 4841; Bates (N), 5Ol3
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03
Looks Like A Good Thing

On Tuesday, Meeker was visited
by G. J. Shideler Of Rifle. w. H.
Sayre OF Salt Lake City, and $. A
Mock of Eagle, Colorado
AS an early day cattieman here
Mr.. Shideler is well and favorabty
known in Rio Blanco County. Lately
he sold his extensive ranch and
cattle interests in the Rifle region,
and is now putting In about all ol
his time In the interest Of the HORSE
Mountain Mining and Milling Com
pauy, in which he IL director and
and ono Of the leading spirits. Mr.
Sayre is also u director in the same
company, and Mr.. Mock is the treas
ureI and general manager Of the
company.
Many of our citizens are stock
holders and familiar with the Horse
Mountain properties, which have
turned out large quantities Of high
grade ore In times gone by. The
company operating them has re-
Gently been reorganized with . view
of taking In additional territory and
and enlarging it's operations.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03
At San Francisco

The Democratic National COnven-
ton opened at Frisco on Monday,
under favorable auspices Antici-
pated friction between the admins
ton forces and those led by Bryan
did not develope In the organization,
as the "Commonerr wasn't In II, 50
speak.
At this writing. 1t is a guess 10 TO
who the candidate will be. At the
start, Cox will be the leader, but IN
case he cannot win McAdoo will loom
large as the likely winner, despite
his refusal to be u contender for the
honor Of leading the Democratic
hosts to victory.
In his keynote" speech on asstin-
ing the chair as temporary presiding
officer, National Chairman Cum
mings. delivered one OF the ablest
addresses ever heard In the national
conventions OF either Of the great
parties.
1t WAS a scathing arraignment OF
the course of the Republican party
since gaining power In both branches
OF congress, and IL we'll calculated
to put the "Grand Old Party" very
much on the defensive In the coming
political campaign.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03
Ready For The Fourth

The race track, on the Rio Blanco
Fair grounds, was flushed this week,
and will be In very fair shape for
the Fourth Of July turf events. OF
course, II will take n year or so be-
fore the track is packed solid.
Clinard Il Wallace had the job of
eXcavating, filling and building the
track. They made good job OF 1t.
w. A. Thomas anda force OF car
penters are now at work erecting the
grand stand, which ia being placed
on concrete foundations. A. q. Cay
wood is experimenting the corcrete
work.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03
Base Ball

The second game of the season was
played at Mecker last Sunday after
noon. The Little Beaver dry farmers
met the Merker team and were de-
feated by the score of toi.
The game wss IA good one and the
Dry Farmers deserve lots of credit
for playing as good II game rs they
did with little or no practice. The
Meeker team did not play AS good n
game as they might have, partly due
to not being pressed Mt any point in
the game. They would have held
Farmers toA shut out game had 1t
not been for two overthrows to third
which allowed two men home each
time.
The Meekcr team was practically
the same with >the exception of
pitcher and second and third base
men. Kleinenson was given IA chance
to show what he had in the pitching
line and showed up very well for the
start. Sopcr played second aud Cor
don third and Finch played short in
place of Clinard and Clinard played
left field.
The Meeker boys will try Mt.
Streeter for the second time Sunday
on the Streeter grounds. This will
be n hard game as Strecter has
good fast team. On Monday, the
home boys will meet the fast Glen
wood team on the local diamond.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03

After Patsy Hogan had left Dub
lin for the country, and rented cot
tage with a small backyard, he re-
turned to town and purchased a mon
key. Not u word of his scheme would
he disclose to his old cronies.
But afterwards he explained.
Twas like this: ! chained the mon
key to a stick in me yard, and the
coal trains were passin' all day, and
on iv'ry thrain there WAS a stoker.
In one week / had two tons OF coal
in me cellar, and the monkey was
never wanst hit!-London Tit Bits.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03

The late Kenyon committee, in its
investigation Of Republican pre-con-
vention campaign expenditure found
that nine candidates for the g. o. p.
nomination spent a total OF ~, l57, 745,
of which $l,isO,OOO WAS spent on be-
half of the favorite candidate-Gen-
eral Wood. The investigation show
ed that six Democratic presidential
candidates spent among them the
modest sum Of $l2l,297 These fig
ures show whicl, party has the
Interests" back of 1t
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03
More Newly Weds

Walter l., Wyman and Miss Iona
Gilmore. both of Meeker were on
Strawberry Day, June 10, united In
the holy bonds Of matrimony at the
Methodist parsonage at II =. M, Rev.
WIN. Pepper officiating. They re-
turned tn their home ut Meeker after
strawberry Day.-Glenwood Post
The numerous friends here abouts
Of Mr.. and Mrs. WymAu will wish
them many long, happy and prosper
Gus days.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03
A Good Soul Gone

The announcement OF the death of
County Judge Thomas Shervin.
which occurred last Saturday morn
ing Mt one O'Clock, did not come as IL
shock to this community. Owing to
his advanced age and spells Of poor
health, OF late, the event was locke ed
for at any time.
Nevertheless, the passing away of
good old "Uncle Tom" as he was
fainiliarly and affectionately known
and Moffat counties, WAS heard with
feelings Of regret by all.
The funeral services were conduct
cd by Rev. Elston OF the Methodist
church, from the Gourley undertake
ing rooms, at 3 o'clock Sunday after
noon, and were attended by n large
gathering OF friends. among them
many old timers. The pall-bearers
were all pioneers, and interment
was in Highland Cemetery.
Thomas Shervin WAS born at Hag-
erstown, Md, February |, 1882, and
was therefore aged Ss years, months
and 25 days at the time of passing
away.
Uncle Tom had very little to say
regarding himself or his family. 1t
Is known, however, that he served In
the Confederate army; was married
In early life; that his wife died short
ly afterward; that he then came
West and never returned to his ma
tive state. He WAS in Iowa for a
time, and came to Yampa river re-
gion in 1875. Prospected at Hahn's
Peak, and worked on cattle ranches
for several years; proved up on n
claim In Axial basin, which he later
sold. Invested in hotel proposition
at Rifle, and lost considerable money.
Came to Meeker about twenty-five
years ago and held position at the
Meeker hotel for many years, being
held in the highest esteem by the
late Mrs. Wright and her brother,
Mr.. Reuben Ball, owners of the pop
ular pioneer hotel of northwestern
Colorado.
In his declining years he was al
ways looked after in the kindliest
way by Mr.. and Mrs. Ball and the
boys.
AT the time of his death, Uncle
Tom was serving his fourth consecu-
tive term as county judge OF Rio
Blanco County.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03

Some OF the sons of Colorado edi-
tors are proving worthy chips OF the
old block. Neil Kimball of the Craig
Empire and Maurice w. Leckenby
of the Steamboat Pilot are showing
ability rs writer's sufficient to make
their illustrations fathers hustle to
keep up with the procession.-Lamsr
Sparks.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03

Meeting his ranch friend one day
Senator Snort said: "Bige, do you
know OF anybody that's got a horse
for sale?" well, Senator" he re-
piled, II guess Bill Hurst has, sold
him one yesterday.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03
To The Point

The last issue of the Rifle Telegram
under the heading of Notice." has
the following pointed item:
We endeavored to get some infor-
nation concerning the big fish fry at
Meeker last Saturday by the Odd
Fellows and .Rebekahs, but as we
were unable to find anyone who at
tended who seemed willing to take
the time and trouble to give us the
necessary Information, we are ablig-
ed to omit the story, but anyone in
terested will doubtless find a good
report In the Meeker Herald or the
White River Review.
We are not mind readers.
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03

The above is gentle, but timely hint
to societies and people generally that
II they want their doings published
1t is their place to send them (the
items of news) In or bring them in.
The average country editor is not a
''mind reader"
The Meeker herald., 1920-07-03

FOR SALE-A set OF heavy 20x22
house logs. Inquire at this office.
Connecticut western news., 1920-03-11
URGES THRIFT TO
 END UNREST IN N. E.
Lewis Says People Should In vest Savings in Government Securities.

If the people of New England and the rest of the country are to lend their aid in shortening the present economic crisis this country is now passing through they must be more thrifty in their every day living and help put a stop to the orgy of spend ing that is now sweeping this country. This is the belief of William Mather Lewis, director of Savings, Treasury Depart ment.
 Gov. Criticism Would Disappear.
 MT. Lewis is also firmly convinced that much of the unjust criticism now being hurled against this government would rightly disappear if the people wo"ld take more interest in their government and invest their savings in such safe securities as Thrift Stamps. War Savings Stamps and Treasury Savings Certificates.
 He explains that. the partnership in the government so established would uaIuTdIly make them more interested in government affairs, and would cer- tainly act to counteract much of the Bolshevick propaganda now being spread throughout this country. The man who owns a $50 or s100 share in his government, says MT. Lewis, will not be eager to try tN overthrow it. At the present time If we were to get the people to save ten percent of what they earn today profiteers could be put out of business in year
 MT. Lewis believes that the un- rest in the United States today Is mainly bred by people who own no property or who have sav-d nothing.
 If the people of New England and the rest of the country will lend their aid to the National Thrift Cam paign and observe the three great points of this movement, careful buy ing, regular saving and sensible in- vestment, the present period Of re- construction will be much shortened.
Connecticut western news., 1920-03-11
N---t ., 44J.alil IF ] ')03il''
st as Essential This Year as During War Period, Say Fed
 eraI Specialists.
MUST PRODUCE MORE FOOD
Several Hardy Crops VIII Withstand Considerable Frost and Should Be Planted EarIy-Make Plant
 inqs at Short Intervals.

Prepared by the United States Depart
 ment of Agriculture)
 Gardens are going to be just as im- portant the coming year as during the war period, United States department of agriculture specialists declare. High food costs, they say, are likely to remain until more to eat Is grown and distributed. Farm gardens, vil- lage gardens, and city back yard gar dens all will help. Food produced In the garden not only helps balance the family budget but releases that grown on farms for the use of people who are entirely dependent upon others.
 With the lengthening of the days 1t will not be long until land can be worked, and such hardy crops as peas, onions, lettuce, radishes and beets planted, especially throughout the low CT Gulf Coast region. The average date of the last killing frost of the winter in this section is not later than March 15. This zone includes the southern portion of South Carolina, the southern half of Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi, almost the whole of Louisiana and all southeastern Texas. Several of the more hardy garden crops, including those mentioned