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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1936
Page
1
Nanking orders a military push to crush an insurgent outbreak as reports confirm air and ground clashes near the Franco Spanish border. Observer notes indicate renewed bombardment of nearby Catalan towns and rising tensions across the region.
A reader survey presents varied views on high school athletic travel. Copeland, Lundgren, Carlsson and others argue trips expand contact, public interest, and skills, while others stress prioritizing intra rural sports and funding. The piece records opinions from Huson High supporters and visitors.
Clarence Barrier, 59, a watchman, was treated for a flesh wound after a prowler entered his room and fired. The bullet ricocheted off his air conditioner and lay in a drawer. In Bend, Washington, Maupin seeks advice on ending a close friendship without hurt. Callaway, prairie Township constable-elect, says he does not want the job and could not afford a bond.
In a humorous bit Bob Burns comments on self-preservation as a natural instinct and how people vote for the party they believe benefits them most. He includes a storyteller tale about a girl seeking partners with character who will make sacrifices, ending with a joke about her brother resuming smoking.
Governor Beery seeks quick action on a federal model unemployment insurance bill sent from Washington. He has summoned legislative leaders for a special session to approve a state plan by December 31 to avoid a $400,000 federal cost, amid debates over line item scope and federal conformity rules.
Forecast reports generally fair conditions with a clear night. Thursday expected to be somewhat warmer in most areas with mild winds. In South Dakota the weather remains fair tonight and Thursday with an unsettled diurnal portion in the extreme west, bringing a slight warming on Thursday.
British cameramen pleaded with the Duke of Windsor at Enzesfeld Castle to come out for photographs before Christmas. They feared rheumatic illness from the cold while waiting to fulfill assignments with their wives and children nearby.
In Buenos Aires ten projects, among them a convention to establish a consultative system for threats to peace and security in the Americas, were prepared for final approval by a plenary session of the Inter-American peace conference. Observers anticipated unanimous ratification. The items were listed in order for consideration.
Gov elect Leslie Jensen announced that a statewide relief parley will be held in Huron Monday at 2 PM at the Maron Hughitt Hotel, to draft recommendations for relief measures for the coming year. About 200 invitees include welfare board members and representatives from labor, churches, schools, veterans, and welfare workers. The state planning board meeting at Marvin Hughitt will follow at 1 AM, with the relief recommendations and biennial report to be presented to the 1937 legislature.
Salt Lake City December 1. Searching planes circling overhead and land parties combed snow covered Wasatch mountains seeking a missing Western Air Express transport and its crew and passengers. The second day of the hunt focused near Alpine and Mil ford Utah as weather hindered progress. The plane left Los Angeles at 11 15 p m Pacific time bound for Salt Lake City carrying stewardess Gladys Witt pilot J Samson copilot William Bogan and four passengers. Hope remains for a safe recovery but officials warn the crew and passengers may have perished from exposure if alive.
The Evening Huronite introduces a diary style column “The Duty of a Central South Dakota Farm Woman” to depict daily farm life in Beadle County amid drought and hardship. A Beadle County farm woman writes on rural joys, labor, and philosophy, aiming to help both urban readers understand farm families.
From Shanghai the executive Yuan votes to amass northern Shensi in possible pursuit of Chiang Kai-Shek whether dead or alive. Officials debate the authenticity of a mutinous report claiming Chiang was killed as martial law spreads. Chiang’s vacancy is filled by acting head Kung, while Tokyo weighs Communist influence and risk to Japanese interests.
Madrid area reels after fascist squadron strikes Majadahonda and Cuatro Caminos with 60 devices. Three killed and 40 injured as fires rage and shelters fill. Port Bou and other targets reported. hospitals and public safety teams battle blazes amid widespread damage.
Vatican City reports Pope Pius XI, 79, awake after a distressing night as illness and old age slow him. Dr Milani urged rest and minimal movement to prevent relapse. Officials seal off Papal apartments and limit access to essential business only. Breathing difficulties and varicose leg pain contributed to his discomfort.
Reported decision by the executive Yuan to launch a punitive expedition targets Sianfu in Shanxi, aiming to rescue and avenge the captured generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek. Chinese sources say divisions move into Sheng province amid skirmishes while officials note uncertainty over Chiang's fate and call for martial control to curb chaos.
Huron's Christmas shopping season opens with late closing hours tonight through Christmas Eve. Meat stores stay open until 9 pm daily until Dec 2 with a 7 pm close that night. The district will be lit with green and red lights as merchants report brisk trade and a shift toward practical yet decorative gifts.
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