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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1941
Page
4
The text notes a bond issue with cash balance of $10,000,000 and $1,000,000 in government bonds, plus lands and buildings. The state owed over $27,000,000 in 1533. It contrasts an army tale where Jim must step with rent, suggesting Iowa’s approach could guide other states.
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Filigreed Broadway chatter spouts from Kilgallen's pen about gambling terms, nightclub pace, Hartmans' dance, dining pretensions, and the haircut opinions of Hedda Hopper era icons. He riffs on marriage markets, social quirks, cab anecdotes, and a dreamy tour through theater and cinema jests with sly social commentary.
The piece argues parallels between Hitler and Napoleon in invading Russia, noting shared traits as foreign rulers and similar initial moves. It contrasts Napoleon’s 1812 campaign with Hitler’s 1941 approach, detailing battles at Smolensk Borodino and the retreat to Paris, ending with cautious cautions against risky historical optimism.
An old World War II era tale is recalled as Iowa grapples with long standing debts. The state carries a soldier bonus bond obligation due in 1942 and faces scrutiny over its ability to meet fiscal obligations.
Germany faced global scrutiny as Cuba joined a growing chorus demanding equal treatment and the recall of Nazi consul Heisinger. Minister Cortina asserted Cuba proved Heisinger’s actions harmed national security, rejecting any privilege for Germany and echoing a wider intolerance of such pretensions.
The Army plans to grow Officer Candidate School from 10,440 to 14,280 yearly. After six months’ training any soldier, selectee or volunteer, may vie for appointment to OCS. Appointments go to those showing leadership in actual service, reflecting equal opportunity to rise by merit in a universal service army.
Ruth Mullet argues young brides in unsettled times marry for love not security. She notes women may work after marriage, risk losing husbands to war, and must have courage and resolve. The piece suggests men should feel fortunate to marry a woman with conviction and independence.
A collage of era headlines features Albert Hawkes railing against closed shops as un-American, Otto Strasser condemning Hitler’s force, Rita Hayworth bragging of past cotton wear, Greek and German flags seen as “Christ between thieves,” and Paul V. McWatt noting the uneasy mood as a Brooklyn mother reflects on a moved family with humility and hope.
Guest editorial from The Evening Maronite library notes encephalitis spreading to South Dakota. It urges cautious public behavior, mosquito avoidance, prompt medical care, and better outbreak tracking by state health authorities, citing Minnesota and public health research as reasons for improved surveillance.
Washington dispatch reports Lord Beaverbrook presses U S officials to part with Chrysler produced medium tanks for Britain as German expansion risk grows. Army officers debate use versus training needs while Britain faces urgent demand for 2 ton mid tanks to counter Axis advances in Greece Libya and possible invasion.
Raymond Clapper reports from London that Britain has accepted the United States will not enter World War II now. He notes mood shifts after Roosevelt defeats on draft extend, Churchill meeting, and a new focus on aiding Russia. A Moscow conference is seen laying foundations for a prolonged eastern front effort with Allied support.
New York dispatch lists a dense broadcast slate across NBC CBS and MBS stations. Programs include Thin Man and Plantation Pony Quizzer with sports and musical acts such as Ray Kyser Orchestra and Glenn Miller.
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