Criticising Public Officials Urges Scrutiny of Public Figures
Frank R. Kent of the Baltimore Sun argued at the American Society of Newspaper Editors that newspapers tend to be too lenient with public officials who seek favorable publicity. He praised the Washington press corps as largely honorable while noting officials’ sensitivity to unfavorable coverage. He urged careful, thoughtful criticism and cautioned against rushing to impugn motives without investigation.
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American Society of Newspaper Editors
Frank R. Kent
Baltimore Sun
Washington Press Corps
Mr. Kent
Kent
Washington
Watertown votes show voter apathy warned in editorial
The Watertown Public Opinion argues the recent municipal election turnout reveals public indifference harming city governance. It urges citizens to maintain 100 percent interest and participate by voting, noting the warning applies to Huron after a small last Tuesday turnout.
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Watertown
Lake City
Huron
Huronian Balloting Hopes For Greater Interest Next Week
In comparison with the number of qualified electors in the community it is hoped that next week's balloting will reveal a keener interest in municipal affairs on the part of Huronians.
Cuba on Edge says Latin revolutions likely to flip in Cuba
Collier's Weekly investigator William G. Shepherd argues Cuba is ripe for a Latin American style revolution. He contends the Platt amendment keeps U S control, Machado hides behind the flag, and Hoover might recognize any new government if a change happens quickly. He calls for a philosophical view on frequent upheavals in Spanish speaking nations.
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Cuba
William G. Shepherd
Collier’s Weekly
Shepherd
United States
Machado
Hoover
A Victory in Defeat The Abdication of Alfonso of Spain
The article lauds former King Alfonso of Spain for abdicating after a long bid to defend his throne. It notes his dictatorship, quick political maneuvers, and ultimate choice to avoid civil war, praising his concern for subjects despite defeat. It also expresses gratitude to federal departments praised by the Sioux City Tribune for beneficial actions benefiting Sioux City.
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Alfonso of
Spain
Alfonso
Sioux City
Tuberculosis the Foe of Youth Campaign Leaders Urge Action
Minneapolis Tribune reports a spring drive in Hennepin county to curb tuberculosis by educating parents and youth. The piece emphasizes that childhood safeguards curb adult TB, cites National Tuberculosis Association efforts, and urges parental responsibility for prevention.
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Minneapolis Tribune
Hennepin County
National Tuberculosis Association
Kent Cooper and the creed of newspaper work
Omaha World-Herald discusses Kent Cooper of the Associated Press and the journalist’s creed. It argues dedication to journalism surpasses schooling, stressing responsibility, faith in the craft, and the pivotal role of news organizations in society. The piece also critiques a truck law as a public policy issue affecting drivers and state revenue.
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Cooper
Omaha World-Herald
Associated Presa
Kent Cooper
Associated Preca
Enrdeavor
Prize Jersey Is Record Breaker
Nebraska 4-H boy Paul Rolfsmeier and brother Herman own Mary Lucile Bess, a purebred Jersey cow that in a 35 day official test set two Jersey records for production in a senior 2-year-old class. Milk yield 43216 pounds 6146 quarts and butterfat 761.13 pounds 351 pounds butter, with milk worth $360.44 at 14 cents a quart. Paul earned gold medals and a trip to the National Dairy Exposition. Beadle county South Dakota clubs also show strong records, with expectations of more stories as heifers come fresh this year.
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Paul Rolfsmeier
Herman
Mary Lucile Bess
Jersey
von Test
Paul
Nebraska
South Dakota
Beadle County
Former Club Girl to Spend Summer in Labrador
Miss Donia Feltham of Springfield, a former 4-H club girl and Massachusetts Agricultural College graduate, will teach Labradors natives to preserve summer fruits and vegetables. She will sail to Grenfell Mission at St Anthony in May to lead canning demonstrations, backed by F C Sears and W W Chenoweth.
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Labrador
Grenfall Mission
St Anthony
Massachusetts
Donia Feltham
Springfield
Massachusetts Agricultural College
F. C. Sears
W. W. Chenoweth
Horticultural Manufacturers Department
Massachusetts College
Miss
4 H Summer Camps Planned by County Agents
Final arrangements set for 16 district 4 H club camps with dates and programs. County and home agents coordinate with State college extension staff to organize travel expenses and attendee lists. Camps span June to August across multiple sites including Cheyenne, Lannox, Mitchel, Watertown, Aberdeen, Mobridge, Dell, Vermilion, Enemy Swim, and Huron.
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State College Extension
Seswine
Severie
Copice Gray
Cheyenne Agency
Lannox
Aberdeen
Mobridge
Dell
Vermaiiton
Enemy Swim
Mier Gly
Fane
Huron
Paneer
Regents Piee Ridge
Whiteside Club Holds Test Demonstration Meeting
The Whiteside Blue Ribbon Calf club met at Len Gelbreath's home on April 17 to taste and discuss live Daisy and Plana demos for the next session. R A Cave attended and notes were made for the May 15 gathering at Roy White's home. A back event was moved by Mae Onibroath at the close of the bad portion.
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Whiteside Club
Whiteside Blue Ribbon
Mat
Len Gelbreath
Iil Um
Helfers
Cave
Daeoohan Plana
Roy White
Bac Wen
Mea
Onibroath
Bad Portinz
Hyde County Sewing Club Girl Finds Value in Work
Sadie Cermak, a year into the Banner Sewing club, says the work teaches useful skills and helps mothers. She notes girls learn to sew and press dresses, easing responsibilities at home and gaining lifelong benefits.
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Sadie Cermak
Banner Sewing Club
Hyde County
4 H Club notes from Hawaii cover gardens and cooking
The article highlights Hawaiian 4-H members in Lihue and Olohena with both garden and cooking projects overseen by county agents Martha Eder and J C Thompson. It describes boys improving garden plots, spray plans against pests, and girls in Kalawai Loyalty club learning cooking with demonstrations and shared meals at meetings.
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H. M. Jones
Lihue
Kauai County
Martha L. Eder
J. C Thompson
Washington, D. C
South Dakota
State College
Sunshine
Hawaii
Olohena 4-H Garden Club
Marel
Alexander Youn
Fuen Hirano
Kalawai Loyalty Club
Trees Planted By League In Arbor Day Event
Sheffield school reporters describe Arbor Day observance with a program of songs, poems, and tree planting. Students named the trees and shared wishes for growth, while original poems celebrated spring and nature’s renewal.
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Sheffield Pne
Mragic
Many Boys Profit With Pig Project Four H
Boys in the 4-H pig project show profits as they enroll and feed hogs for county fairs. In mid May members will bring pigs to the central paint to record costs and prepare for the State Fair. Mr. Jones notes strong returns from their efforts and outlines the club’s progress and plans.
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H. M. Jones
Bedel
Tes Central
Mr. Jones
Young pig club members earn record numbers of litters
Seid notes that most boys enter sowelifter club work and now more than 1100 boys own litters of pigs. Beyond pig sales and prize money, members win prizes and educational trips for exceptional showings based on economy of gain, record books, and performance.
Open Forum on County Consolidation in South Dakota
The writer counters the proposal to unite Beadle and Kingsbury counties to save taxes. He argues consolidations would not reduce school, township, road, or special levies. instead they would keep the same workload with similar or higher costs. He notes that state taxes stay constant and a single courthouse would not cut government payrolls or duties.
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South Dakota
Huroniferies
Sioux City Tribune
Capitol Journal of
Pierre
Huronite
Beadle
Kingsbury
Huron
de Simet
Heer
Pstaller
Weoelion
Shivi ‘i
Sey
Mindhe
Mitcan
de Smet
Axea
Ans
Turge County
Wessington
Bettef
Davison
Hanson
Mitchell
Hanson County
Brown
Minnehaha
Sanhorn
Miner
Serauld
Wating
Woonsocket
Sdl
County Consolidation Debate Sparks Tax Warning
Beadle and Kingsbury counties face higher election costs and juror mileage if counties consolidate. Voters may see larger county seats, reduced local access, and farmer burdens cited by critics who warn travel expenses and court costs would rise significantly. A Woonsocket reader argues against consolidation, proposing a local dam and bridge fix as a simpler solution.
Troop 5 Adds Trophy At April Meeting
Troop 5 added a blue ribbon trophy to its collection at the regular meeting held this week. The troop won first place in the indoor rally with 209 points while the nearest opponent scored 194.2. A special officers meeting led by Scoutmaster Maurice Gowdy planned a parent's night with first aid and signaling demonstrations. The event, at 7:30 pm in the Congregational church on Wednesday April 2, will feature Theimer demonstrating flint and steel firemaking and a large handiwork exhibit by patrols. Twenty five scouts two officials and two visitors attended as tests for Second Class and First Aid were passed, but the meeting adjourned early due to a telegram demanding Gowdy leave town to see a sick relative.
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Troop 5
Champions
Ndie
Congregational Church
Maurice Anderson
Duift
Coe Crawford
Clase
Glenn Small
Gowdy
Willing Workers Clean Fairfield District 1 Yard
The Willing Workers League met at Fairfield school district 1 to haul ash piles and clean the yard. Tela Pownell, league secretary, notes a box elder tree was planted and a lunch served by Lela Pownell and Myra Bushfield. The Boy Scout movement began in England under Sir Robert Baden-Powell and now spans 21 countries with over two million members.
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Willing Workers League
Fairfield
Tela Pownell
League
Lela Pownell
Myra Bushfiel
Boy Scout Movement
England
Robert Baden-Powell
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