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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1940
Page
4
The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to publish news dispatches. The paper lists the Audit Bureau of Circulation and advertising representation by Northwest Daily Press Association in Minneapolis Palace Building.
The Evening Huronite quotes a 1939 editorial urging a strong United States role in global peace. It stresses must ensure U.S. freedom of movement and commerce, support for employment, and preservation of independence both at home and abroad.
South Dakota's State Fair runs from Labor Day through Sept 7, highlighting agricultural exhibits drought recovery, machinery displays, 4-H Club camp, school showcases, and a busy amusements lineup. Nationally known auto pilots, Jim Lynch and the Death Dodgers, the Soaring High spectacle, vaudeville acts, and the WLS Barn Dance radio program from Chicago will draw families to the event.
The article argues that diplomats and consular officers must stay within legitimate duties, citing Genet’s 1793 defiance as a historical example. It praises Washington and Sumner Welles for enforcing a policy to remove or reject diplomats deemed unacceptable by other American nations and to protect U.S. sovereignty.
The text argues that a nation should not tolerate diplo matics cloaked in immunity from various American states. It warns that exposing such activities in all 21 republics would age the agent and end usefulness. The piece urges uniform cooperation to nullify fifth column tactics and extend goodwill to all men of good will.
The passage quotes Hans Frank describing Poland as absorbed into Germany and erased from Europe. It notes Frank’s view of conquest and contemplates whether Poles will ever become German, concluding that forever is a long time.
A portrait of Angelina, a hard working restaurant partner whose happiness comes from balance. The piece notes her warm parenting, practical outlook, and marriage as equal partnership, with a cheerful demeanor and stable family life.
A collage of remarks from Manuel Quezon, Irvin Zuenzi, Marshal Petain, and Winston Churchill. The statements touch on criticism, governance, education, and the German stance on treaties, reflecting interwar and wartime tensions and leadership perspectives.
A Mitchell Daily Republic column argues the United States should consider a future alliance with Britain and other English speaking nations. It warns of a Nazi victory threatening the empire and outlines potential benefits of economic and military bonds beyond wartime cooperation. The piece suggests early reflection on a broader Anglo alliance.
Washington dispatch by Paul Mallon outlines Hopkins resignation and the shifting loyalty within the Roosevelt administration. It notes Hopkins’ reported removals to hire thirteen economic experts, Nobles’ resignation to join Willkie, and internal clashes reflecting campaign dynamics and Farley era declines. It also covers defense tax debates, excess profits limits, and Knudsen presenting armor plate developments amid government contracts.
The Salem fair grounds host two partical highlight broadcasts for Senator McNary’s Republican vice presidential bid. Schedule lists WEAF NBC CBS time slots from 6:30 p.m. to after midnight with varied programs and war news, sports, and music. The lineup includes Horace Heidt, Meredith Willson, Glenn Miller, Dennis Day, and Abbott and Costello among others.
National leaders in entertainment join forces for an elaborate nightly revue at the State Fair. Ends with Jimmie Lynch death defying show and a big barn dance, amid auto racing, horse events, and a major farm machinery exhibit.
Townsend rally plans to feature Charles Os Sttenen of Indianapolis as the main speaker at the Townsend Plan gathering Wednesday evening in the American Legion hall basement of the National Bank of South Dakota. J A Gwens of Aberdeen, Townsend organizer, will also speak as the public is invited to learn about pension legislation progress and old age security. The program begins at 3 pm.
The State Fair schedule notes 4-H Club day on Wednesday with a parade before the grandstand crowd. Activities in the club camp include baso and spelling contests, food and apparel contests, and a complete line of judging topped by the baby beef contest and sale with entertainment planned throughout the day.
Pattern 3659 offers a simple undies set including a slip and dance bra with gatherable panties. Encourages sewing at home to save money, with sizes 10 through 48 and yardage details. Includes order info for The Evening Huronite pattern service in Chicago.
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