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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1940
Page
11
A tense investigation unfolds as officers declare the killer likely hid inside the house after a window analysis rules out outside access. Footprint checks reveal no marks on the grounds, and fingerprints from inside the premises may yield crucial clues. Hazel Leighton confronts the theory as Carroll and O’Leary press for answers.
In St Lawrence Aug 15 a beadai shower was held in a school dormitory for Mrs. George Sessions. Friends enjoyed stunt songs and games. Gifts were hidden in balloons the bride punctured. Lunch was served by the committee. The bride is Annie VanBrunt and recently married Dr. G Sessions of Miller. They will be at home in Miller after a few weeks.
Beadle County 4-H members appointed committees at the regular meeting held at Joyce Hampton’s home. Presiding DeEtta Derscheid read appointments including stand committee Lloyd Hill Rolland Schulz girls exhibits Corrine Hedlund and Joyce Hamilton leader and helper demonstrated by Joyce Hamilton registering club members Bert Clarambeau enter boys exhibits Rolland Schulé housing boys exhibits Allen King program Corrine Hedlund Norma Cranston and Margaret Rudy nominating committee Norma Cranston chair Lloyd Hill Eva Belle Baum James Clark outside of council Vernon Stahly reported on the Beadle County 4-H Club float for the State Fair parade. The council approved signs for the float and DeEtta Derscheid and Gertrude Smith will ink a large slogan sign. Refreshments were served by Miss Hamilton. Next meeting at Maxine Heitland’s home August 28. R Wayne Hamilton, last year’s state 4-H president, was a guest with Norma Cranston, reporter.
Girls from Potter County gathered at the courthouse in Gettysburg on August 14 for Achievement Day. Blue, red, and white ribbons recognized ratings while demonstrations will be shown at the county fair. Top exhibitors with three years experience and required age will advance to the State Fair in Huron, assessed by Miss Agnes Hansen, assistant state club leader.
The Best Ever 4 H Club met at leader Mrs Iver Anderson home for a regular gathering. A discussion about a picnic on Achievement Day was held and Evelyn Foun gave a safety prevention demonstration.
Attendees included Mrs. Harley Mortimer and daughter Amy Ann along with Mrs. Paul Herzberg Miss Alma Anderson and Miss Alfreda Osman. Songs performed were Little Sir Echo and 4-H Pop Song. Hostess Irma Mortimer served refreshments after the meeting.
Beadie County 4-H poultry club members will test their judging skills Friday at a poultry judging school led by County Agent Leonard L. Gadd. The event starts at 10 am at the 4-H club building on the Fair Grounds with forenoon judging exhibition and production classes, afternoon market and egg classes, using State Fair style classes where possible. AH poultry club members are invited to participate.
Jolly Janes Cooking Club met at Ed Meyer home with seven members and three visitors. Members judged cakes by Neva Eck Ha and Doris Meyer Eckmann. Edith Eckmann reported a Hu ronite scholarship to the State 4-H Roundup at Brookings. Next meeting at Eli Martin home on September 13.
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