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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1935
Page
4
Philip L. Ketchum new director of social service says the state relief administration is not providing enough funds. He states the program merely keeps people alive and many rely on dissipation of their resources. He condemns the current relief plan as inadequate for extended need.
Seventy years after the Civil War the federal government pays about 5 million dollars each month to settle war costs. Most goes to veterans and dependents as pensions, a drain that slowly declines but will vanish only far in the future. Our grandfathers fought that war, and we still pay for it.
Governor Harold G Hoffman of New Jersey speaks in Ohio urging more career men in politics to restore trust in government. He argues public servants must be of high character and ethics to ensure trustworthy administration and urges a move away from old political appointees.
Secretary of Commerce Roper urged American business to act boldly rather than wait for Congress. Speaking to the Cleveland Chamber of Commerce he said actions could be taken before adjournment and emphasized that the administration should show a clear path forward.
Huronians urged to complete shopping before Saturday to ease guest flow from out of town. The plea emphasizes shop-early courtesy as Easter shopping season climaxes.
The notice describes a broad request for early shopping, aiming for reasonableness and simplicity. It notes hopes that all parties will comply without complication and emphasizes a cooperative approach.
A reader questions how much government debt funds financing projects will repay and how much has been loaned by agencies like Home Owners Loan. Analysts warn government ventures often disappoint and politics intrudes, urging a clear government statement on funds used for loans versus grants.
The United States sees fewer weather related incidents in commercial aviation. W R Gregg of the Weather Bureau credits coordinated efforts by airlines and government weather services for making flying safer. Airlines now employ more meteorologists to decide flight viability, aiming for travel as safe as other transport.
Mitchell Daily Republic notes two front page items: dust storms across western states cost roughly 20 million to crop losses and the planting of South Dakota shelter belt trees. It argues the belt’s cost up to 75 million over ten years is small compared to storm damage, and that wind breaks conserve moisture and protect fields beyond erosion control.
Gilbert Hickox of Milwaukee asks a city to remove a wrap around skirt that covers the branches in front of his residence. The skirt blew off a woman waiting for a bus leaving her in her underwear, sparking debate on modesty and public display.
The King ranch once united through south Texas counties, famed as the world’s largest fenced operation. The division in 1925 after the king family’s longhold, and the death of His Wife, signals a historic passing of an era as the world moves forward.
Millicent Graves, secretary to George Drimaold, witnesses his murder. A stranger named Jarvis Happ helps her as she is briefly transformed and drawn into a web involving Norman Happ, Vera Duchene, and a coded clue about a woman in a black ermine coat. A pivotal scene unfolds at a liquor store where a black sedan and a suitcase signal a larger plot.
A scrambled crossword style read with multiple clues and partial answers. The grid references include Greek deity hints linked to Zeus and Mars like terms, with entries for animals, colors, cities, and miscellaneous nouns across horizontal and vertical directions.
Millicent and a detective drive to a drugstore as he traces the vehicle fleeing the garage. He plans a wire-tapped inquiry to reveal the owner’s name and address, fearing the car may be stolen. The stake rises as they await the critical discovery.
Prominent afternoon gathering in Huron featured an auction dinner hosted by Mrs. PF Holbrook and Mrs. KE Dinnem at Holbrook home. Guests enjoyed white marguerite bouquets, prize auctions, and a two course dinner, with attendees including Mrs. HL A Berriton and Mrs. John J. Greene.
Basel Swiss report notes five years of American leadership at the Bank for International Settlements ending in May with Leon B. Fias resigning. Gates W. McGarrey and Fraser previously led as presidents and the bank endured strains yet paid six percent dividends. The BIS shifted from wartime payment helper to central bank collaboration expanding its role and influence. By May 1933 assets peaked at 2 126 000 000 Swiss francs and later fell as Britain and the US abandoned the gold standard.
Lawrence April 17 special report notes Lenten services during the week except Saturday The Thursday service will include the communion cup and Friday features a presentation titled The challenge of the cross by a group of girls Rev C Blumhagen to conduct services
The Aly society held its requirr meeting at Mrs. Leo Welsh home with one member answering roll call and three miests attending. Fancy work occupied the afternoon and officers will be elected next meeting. A two court lunch was served. Incorporation papers filed for Gregory Community Hospital authorized to hold property up to 410,000 value with incorporators H. E. McKee Henry Ho arefa and O Hahn of Gregory.
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