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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1938
Page
6
Evelyn Hartnagel reports a busy social week with multiple lodge meetings and events across Sunday to Thursday. Attendees from Huron and Aberdeen summarize gatherings including Odd Fellows, Rebekahs, Knights of Columbus, and Rainbow Lodge with details on times, locations, and forthcoming programs.
The Hormycroft Extension Club met at Mrs. FW Donnie's home with Mrs. Gus Ferber assisting. Fifteen members attended as Mrs ET Crum led the business session. Edna Ferber review by O Baker and demonstrations on bed care followed. Royal Neighbors then featured a long program of songs, dances, a one act play, and a piano recital before a closing luncheon.
The Cantan Auxiliary and Cantor No 11 sponsored a benefit card party at the 1 0 0 hall last evening. Prizes awarded in bridge to Anna Leeing Charles Brood, pinochle to Mrs Maude Horrix and Clyde Pearce, double pinochle to George Kinsman, eighty honor to Mrs Ray Hyde, driving prize to Mrs Leann Hay, and top ticket seller prize to Mrs H D Newland. Lunch followed in the dining room prepared by Mesdames Hazel Trotter E M Lothrop and Mildred Fish and their committee.
Mrs Everet Jones entertained nine girls at 4 party for daughter Marjory Louise who turned ten at 714 Dakota Avenue South. Pink and white table decor framed the UK lunch as friends Mary Jane Gilbert Louis Flintley Elizabeth Willson Shirley Bachnin Mary Jane Roush Carol Findley Mary Margaret Kasperson and Shirley Madison attended.
A fragment notes that Sanifume Crystals kill clothes moths and larvae, stopping odor after airing. It mentions a 1 lb can and describes moths starving from holes as winter ends. The ad-style text urges arming with the product to prevent ongoing damage.
The marriage of Miss Mercedes Heckenliable and Earle Lyon, both of Huron, took place Easter Sunday at the American Lutheran Church. Rev. Sander Tallefsan officiated at nine o’clock in a single ring ceremony with two attendants, followed by a luncheon at the couple’s apartment. The bride, a Virgil High School graduate, worked at Travelers Insurance in Sioux Falls. the groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Lyon, is employed at Behi Bottling Company. They will reside at 504 Third Street Southwest.
The James River Ledge No. 32 second degree team visited Mitchell Thursday evening to confer the second degree on eight candidates. The list of names includes FH M Beat Wi H Utterbach Willard Hummel George Kinsman Henry Bilney Dr MW Smith A N Anderberg Karl Fish Nels Y Steeley Charles Bloody W R Ainslie B D Cantonwine 2 A Jones Hans Olson Mr J Anderson L L Trotter Ben Sidhammer Elmer Lathrop August Abel Dr RP Webhke Chris Caspergon Charles B Miller Charles J Anderson H B Newland Clifford Avery and Charles Demlo A Yunch was served at the close by the Mitchell Re bekah Lodge ladies.
The Friendly Circle Chus of the Motherlist Church met at teacher Mix Grace Jorden’s home with twenty members and two guests. Devotions were led by Mrs. Wilcox on The Death of Some of the Saints and readings from Buckles and Saddles. Reports included a phone check on Dr. Forton, notes from Woodbine Methodist Church, and Easter services in Detroit. District Foreign Missionary Society plans, Million Unit Fellowship pledge, forty eight calls, Bible word games, and lunch prepared by the hostess with assistance. Next meeting set for May 19 at Mrs Ted Paulyon’s home.
Miss Audrey Jackson, bound for civil service with the Federal Labor Relations Board in Washington DC, was honored at a farewell party hosted by Miss Catherine Webbe and Miss Vivian Magness at Shelter Apartments. Nine guests attended and exchanged gifts after a game of Choose. The Farm Security Administration staff presented a gold locket as she departs for Hills, Minnesota, then on to Washington.
The Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Church met Friday at 1106 Tineis Avenue Southwest with Mrs. Roy J. Miller presiding. Devotions by Mrs. C W Habicht, readings by Mrs. Streeter and Mrs. Shepherd, a playlet “Does It Pay” by several members, and a session on "Journeys with Gre Youth" led by Mrs. Habicht. Luncheon was served to about thirty. May meeting and box opening planned with Mrs. Gitehell and Mim Box.
The Learn-a-Lot Study Club met at Jefferson School classroom with topics on current events and TV, secret navy maneuvers in the Pacific, Rhaderosa pine seedlings in Black Hills forest, and a $144700 appropriation for grasshopper control. Adults read the president’s proclamation for the 150th anniversary of the U S Constitution and Washington’s inauguration, followed by a constitution study. Mrs Mayme Seim won the famous men contest. party birthday corrections noted. Mrs Eila Bloodgood as guest. Mrs Mollie Halliser and Mrs Joesh Lather won prizes. Next meeting in the cents room.
Euslean Literary Society of Hue Ron College hosts its annual spring formal banquet and dance. Banquet at the Congressional Church at seven, dancing to start at nine in the Jefferson School gym. Dexter and his orchestra provide music. event honors pledges initiated this month. Al Bulaban and partners invited to attend the dinner and dance.
Havre Ment April 1 A blaze in the Havre business district caused an estimated $250000 damage. Fire Chief George Dewar said the fire began after an explosion at the rear of the Stringfellow building. Havre Furniture LaMede Pay-N-Takit store and Havre Motor garage were destroyed. several firemen were injured when a wall collapsed.
Carl Lindhquist of Sioux Falls College tied with C J Mumphey of Baylor University for extempore speaking honors in the Pi Kappa Deity Forensic Tournament ending yesterday. Phyllis Roberts of Aberdeen Teachers College placed second in the women’s oratory division behind Ellen Fairish of Alabama Women’s College.
The Huron Deniml Society sponsors a state wide health poster contest with a May 2 deadline. Dr A A Wallmann urges posters be submitted to family dentists in the area for entry.
Local notes detail Mrs H W Peterson and son Petia of Minneapolis visiting in Huron with the Luby and Keller families. Other guests include Mrs Merrick and son Robert of Luverne, trips to Ash ton and Aberdeen, and planned return to Huron. Various residents report visits, travel plans, and upcoming directory notices amid short social items from Des Moines to Watertown and beyond.
Advertisement for Anne Adams sewing patterns 4733 and 4738 detailing stylish frocks with youthful reverses, briI sleeves, panel fronts and bright buttons. Instructions suggest versions in different fabrics and sizes with order info, prices, and pattern book offer. Includes a mailing address for pattern orders and emphasizes summer wardrobe options.
California home noted for dignified design and low cost of 4000 dollars. Architect Prank Green uses redwood siding with ivory tone and a whitewashed brick entrance. Front doorway features tulle Hlenguy shutters and a transem with shrubs. One-story layout centers on a rear garden and terrace for privacy. Selected by The Ameri gen Lone of New York.
A discussion on proper stair construction emphasizes quality over economy. It covers wall strings, tapered grooves, tongue and groove interlocks, wedging, gluing, and block under treads, plus dovetailed balusters and secure newels to prevent squeaks, sagging, and failure.
The text notes that property improvements may be funded or guided by the Mod er nization Credit Plan of the Federal Housing Administration with emphasis on fastening methods such as iron toggles.
Dr Charles Weiss 31 editor of Uncle Som, anti communist and anti fascist Brooklyn paper, was beaten by four men last night in his office after refusing to kiss a swastika. He suffered brain concussion possible skull fracture and internal injuries, hospital says.
Delegates at the Minnesota Conference of the Augustana Synod approved construction of a 125000 dollar women’s building for Gustavus Adolphus College at St Peter. The convention continued business and devotional sessions, with a vote to keep the conference’s child placement work rather than transfer it to the Lutheran Welfare Society of Minneapolis.
Pierre authorities unveil a new rescue boat built for drownings in the vicinity. The light sturdy craft includes three spotlights, a miniature power plant, trailer, and rescue gear. It cost about 400 dollars, funded by community calendar sales.
A historical note explores indirect lighting uses in rooms like kitchens and dining areas, noting ceiling illumination and reflected light as preferable for general living spaces. It mentions fixtures for reading and dressing areas and hints at possible rewiring under modern credit terms while emphasizing efficient light distribution.
Washington April 23 Farm properties may be repaired or improved under the Federal Housing Administration Modernization Credit Plan announced by Rural Housing Administrator Stewart McDonald. New farm structures for residential use may be built with privately financed loans up to 32.50 and insured. Loans up to 10 000 for repairs or improvements have a maximum five year repayment. Financing charges limited to five dollars for a one year note. Special consideration for farm property occupants whose income derives from agricultural sales. Movable equipment, heating, wiring, and other additions may be financed as permanent parts of the structure under the plan.
An old fashioned restaurant scene gives way to a modern ceiling that absorbs sound waves, preventing reverberation. The system can be installed in existing buildings, especially cafeterias, and can be financed via a loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration.
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