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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1930
Page
2
Miss Gladys Pyle, South Dakota secretary of state, says Ruth McCormick’s Illinois senatorial nomination reflects enduring recognition of American womanhood. She notes women hold eight states in Congress and 145 legislative posts, with South Dakota women occupying nearly all county offices.
An event at the university featured Secretary of the National War Office addressing attendees. The talk focused on ongoing wartime efforts and the role of university programs in support of national objectives.
A fragment mentions a jewelry restaurant in Ike Oregon undergoing rebuild efforts after a sever incident. Details are limited but indicate structural work and reopening plans. Local officials have not released a full timeline.
In a fragmentary report a juvenile was observed near a police station and linked to a theft. Details are partially obscured, but the note suggests goods were to be taken prior to custody and an attempt to flee was noted. Names and locations are unclear in the text.
The ef corps held a special meeting on April 7 to honor Mrs. Greene and presented her with a chrome 25 year membership pin shaped as a Greek cross. The pin contains iron from captured rebel artillery. Mrs. M. Brown presented on behalf of the corps.
Watertown figure James G. McFarland will speak at Iroquois High School graduation. A former state House speaker with statewide reputation, he is expected to give an address of high order to the class and attendees.
Rapid City April 12 Eastern people show increasing education in Black Hills scenery A Wisconsin bank calendar sent to J C Jackson Readtown Wisconsin State Bank employee C V Fitch features Sylvan Lake The eastern interest in the Hills continues as a Minneapolis college man notes three vacations here planning to spend future breaks in the Black Hills
Miss Florence Sly state director of vocational training in home economies and Miss Florence Fallgatter field agent for the federal board of vocational education will tour many South Dakota high schools for inspection. Falleatter remains in the state until April 17 at South Dakota State College with extended time at the college.
Aberdeen April 12 The first census returns for Stratford Brown county indicate a population drop since the last census Stratford about 16 miles southeast of Aberdeen reports a loss of twenty percent now totaling 202 residents down from 297 ten years ago Preliminary figures filed with Lester C Krambold for the third South Dakota district show the decline may be revised as figures are subject to restatement.
In Redfield, April 12 Special A complete stock sale of Service Motor Company by W. J. Frad to O. E. Myrum Floyd Bradley and Walker secures new ownership. Myrum has long served as cashier at the local Bord agency and will lead the business, while Bradley the Spink County sheriff elects to devote time to the venture.
Alvin Johnson son of Mr and Mrs John Glom resident on a farm southeast of 40th was seriously injured this week at the Reel rural school during noon hour football. He was knocked to the ground in a collision and remained unconscious until the next morning causing alarm to his family and classmates.
Colonial Oil company led by manager A J Nelson purchases property opposite North Western tracks on West Seventh avenue to open a second filling station in Redfield. Existing station on East Seventh avenue remains, plus a crossroads station near Melville. They promote Litening gasoline and Hancock oils and are expanding business.
Frankfort April 12 Special F. AM. John former superintendent of schools here has completed the medical course at the University of Mesely and has been assigned an interneship at St. Mary’s Hospital in Duluth Minnesota.
Brookings April 22 Northwestern farmers welcomed the federal farm board program for wheat acreage adjustment. J R Howard Clemons Iowa organization specialist said expected reductions of about a million acres in durum and spring wheat with gains in flax feed grain and alfalfa. He noted livestock financing links to 1930 crop output and stressed northwest work as a basis for nationwide balanced production studies before nationwide recommendations.
Pierre April 12 The board of education of an independent consolidated school district has authority to transport children living less than 213 miles from a school within the district. It is mandatory to furnish transportation for children living more than 24 miles. parents within these limits cannot demand compensation. Compensation is allowed only where the distance exceeds 24 miles.
Dr A L Keith professor of Greek language at the University of South Dakota spoke at the Martin hotel marking Greece independence centennial. He credited Greek spirit of adventure for Europe’s outreach and explorers reaching America. He said America’s debt to old Hellas cannot be computed.
Several hundred spectators gathered to watch the first glider flight by the Yankton Glider Club but the launch was postponed due to strong winds. Officials plan another attempt later, marking the pioneering glide in the region.
April 12 filing with the secretary of state shows multiple incorporations. Lars J Fiksdal company of Webster lists 25000 capital with directors R Alice Fiksdal J R Fiksdal Alice Falk Gladys Stockstad Eliza Joy Fiksdal Marian Gestoe and Lois Porter. Britton firms Johnig and Davis seek 100000 capital. incorporators Wm Johnig L M Davis and Howard Dakin. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church of Sioux Falls files listing directors M C Collins John Everson Henry Tate.
A. W. Nagler, formerly of Watertown, was electrocuted in the basement cistern of his Tracy Minnesota home while inspecting it with a light and extension cord. The body was found the next morning. He leaves a widow, a son Lambert Nagler in California, and a daughter Jeannette Nagler, a Minnesota University student.
Mitchell April 12 Judge William Herbert was elected president of the Rotary club at the weekly luncheon Thursday noon. Fred Brylant retires as president and becomes vice president. C B Wilt elected treasurer Tom Easton secretary. New board includes W S Hill T J Noble and Bradley Young. Delbert Hager and Sara Saxe entertained. Saxe won regional firsts with Daddy Doe. Hill named Omaha convention chair. Herrick Chicago convention chair for meetings in late May and June.
Platte high school will add a Smith Hughes agriculture department next year. Herschel McNight, State College graduate and current Platte faculty member, will teach. School board noted late rural boy attendance and aims to keep those students on paths to farming. Platte high enrollment stands at 290 with ten teachers.
Eastern State Teachers college at Madison won the national extemporaneous contest at the Pi Kappa Delta tournament in Wichita Kansas. Florence Newcomb captured first in extemporaneous speaking, Joyce R Gregory placed fifth in oratory, and Glen Mills took ninth in extemporaneous. Only two institutions, including USC, placed finalists in three events. Representing Eastern were Florence Newcomb Joyce R Gregory Glen Mills George Moeller George Hollister and Prof Karl Mundt.
Construction of a 44 room hotel on Capitol street between Third and Fourth, where the skating rink stood, will begin about May 3, Mrs Victor C Curry said she and her associates will develop the site.
Mr and Mrs Curry, owners of the Star restaurant on Third Street for about a decade, plan a new hotel with no stock plans drawn yet and a full basement. They have not chosen a site or operator for the hotel venture.
Judge Howard Babcock approves a new common school district near Groton after farmer petitioners split from Groton Independent district. The Groton city district retains some sections, Groton Independent pays 18000 dollars to the new district by July 15 1930, and costs are not taxed. Also notes a banquet for the junior and senior classes of the first high school on April 15 at 6:50 PM hosted by P W Hansen.
At the AL Club annual banquet at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion Harald reelected manager. Conrad Paulson and Clayton som chosen as secretary-treasurer and publicity manager. Plans for a next year glee club include Harold Steck arranging concerts this summer. The group will sing on KUSD and be featured on the May 10 auditorium program and WNAXN in Yankton, with a disc date yet to be set.
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