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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1936
Page
4
The notice describes postage rates and mailing options in Hurés B C and surrounding areas. It lists prices for city and mail delivery in South Dakota and other U S regions, with annual and monthly rates.
A mission statement urging truthful, fearless yet fair reporting that informs leaders and inspires progress. It calls for openness to diverse opinion, civic responsibility, and engaging, cheerful content for today while planning responsibly for tomorrow.
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader rebuts a New York Sun ad claim that eastern states pay more in federal taxes than they receive in relief, noting South Dakota’s unique tax credits and the Homestake Mine’s cross state credit. It argues per capita wealth misleads relief comparisons and calls out political motives behind relief distribution while recalling local hardship from drought and unemployment.
The text hints at concerns over misuse of aid and the need for humane policy. It references Mr. Franklin and a brief inspection tour to South Dakota as a suggested measure to address alleged gaps in assistance and support.
The National Geographic Society honors Lincoln Ellsworth through Roosevelt’s involvement with the memorial medal for the Antarctic exploration claim. The piece notes Antarctic territory may be valuable in the future, drawing a comparison to Alaska’s historic purchase.
A dated note on rising youth involvement in politics and public life. Colleges increasingly engage with governance as “Young Republicans” and “Young Democrats” emerge. It cites Pitt and Hamilton as early youthful political power, while cautioning not all youths reach such heights.
Watertown public opinion argues Sunday on sale liquor licenses should remain closed in downtown areas. Proponents want to treat establishments as food purveyors, a move seen as liberalizing commerce and blending eating with drinking. Critics warn it risks social ills and undermines a clean separation of food and alcohol.
An Aberdeen report urges a one man campaign to reduce fires in forests and on farms. It cites past prairie and forest fires from South Dakota to Harney and calls for personal responsibility to prevent ignition from cigarettes and faulty wiring.
Mrs Herbert Hoover and Mrs Frederick Edey head the line of national and state Girl Scout leaders attending ten spring conferences across the country in May and April. From Chicago to Jamestown to Pittsburgh, delegates from many states gather to discuss common challenges and share strategies for local groups.
The New York Times notes the death of Colonel Louis Howe, longtime private secretary to President Franklin D Roosevelt. Howe’s devotion spanned twenty five years, earning loyalty in return as he helped steer Roosevelt’s political ascent with quiet efficiency and extensive knowledge of American politics. His shy, workmanlike approach contrasted with public notoriety, leaving a lasting impression on the president and the nation.
Tenboya and Norman Berg from Clark earned first class certificates at the Arrowhead council all day event in Watertown. Bernard Gottsleben Roy Mack George Flore and Junior Meyers earned second class. A Court of Honors is planned for Clark next month to award remaining badges. Junior Kigers of Troop 37 spoke by radio in Watertown, and Clark boys led the knot tying exhibit showcasing about fifty pieces.
The Montreal Star notes an ideal golf day with large numbers at the club. Thompson appeared among the gathered members as talk and wit ran through conversations about turnout and plans for the day.
The Golden Links 4 H Club met at the homes of Norma Coats and other members to discuss new Teferanes books and fund items. Members joined the baby chick program and the next meeting is scheduled for May 9. Hostesses Anna Dell Best and Dorothy Johnson served refreshments.
Boy Scout Troop 29 of Ree Heights held a Monday meeting where members passed tests for advancement. The troop plans to promote Scouts Robert Henton Delton Meehan and Clarence Dust to second class at an upcoming ceremony.
Robert Paine Lewis and James Scott witness boys choosing sides after the meeting. Pat Goth serves a 3g ace for the troop as they play games at the close of the gathering.
Entries from county schools compete this week in a rural exhibit at the Tower lobby of the Highmore Court House. Judging ends Friday night and Saturday at 10 a m with spelling contests for grades five through eight under Lois Hardesty and Bertha Christensen. Reginald Gallagher directs afternoon events with Gwen Hochstrasser coordinating registration. Schools are split into small and large groups and high point awards will be given for exhibits and sports. Instead of trophies, winners may receive a useful reference book, says Avina Goldsth superintendent of schools.
Clark County selects delegates for the state convention with George Huber Ash Consolidated Ivan Lavgsen Day Nov 61 and Harry Phipps Maydell 15 chosen as delegates. Alternates include Jack Hubbard Naples Leo Schmidt Collins 33 and William Krueger Eden 66. County declamatory contest winners named by grade advance to regional competition April 2.
At this week’s Troop No 2 meeting Paul Dolan moved from assistant to Scoutmaster with J S Bauer retaining duties until handover. Visitors included H L Brown Ty M Calvert Leo Dolan and several others as four Tenderfoot ranks were awarded and initiations begun for new members.
A cryptic OCR fragment lists European military terms and names such as HOLIMONTAL and Werner with scattered numbers and phrases like “To press” and “To serve” amid broken word pairs and place names, suggesting a partial dictionary or puzzle page fragment.
The Troop 5 meeting led by Scoutmaster Maurice Gowdy opened Tuesday night at 7:30. Scouts planned a June circus with equipment assignments for four patrols. Gordon Anderson was named assistant, dues collected, and patrol leaders and assistants reviewed. Gordon McNamara led games as the group recited the Scout Oath and Law before dismissal.
Materials for beauty and clothing should emphasize serviceability aesthetics and color. Soft tones and small figures suit children while calm harmony between design and background preserves personality. dark colors hide soil but lessen cheer.
Twenty years ago in Huron the Brad ley couple Mr and Mrs Kenry McLain returned from a visit with Mr and Mrs F D Kinyon. They were accompanied by Mrs Kinyon and son and Miss Caroline Bowlby who will visit in Bradley. Miss Xottia Cannon who has been at tending school at Brookings visits Huron today. Sen G Drill of Wolsey and Miss Grace H Rouse of Webster City Iowa were married by Rev Hubert Kettelle. The couple will reside in Wolsey. A dispatch from Aber shows Huron preparing for the annual high school athletic and declamatory meet with sword dancing and related events.
Visitors arrived in the city and a track meet is set for Saturday at 4 PM at the college athletic field. The sophomore class issued the challenge to the entire school, and the second year men must push hard to defeat the top track and field athletes from other classes and departments.
A fragmentary letter from A E Humpbrey praises Democratic governance in South Dakota under Berry, noting debt reduction from 48.7 million to 45.3 million and state operating savings of over 9 million in three years. It cites school funding gains and relief aid, urging voters to consider the candidate ahead of the May primary.
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