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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1936
Page
1
A mix of brief items from the period notes a special session expected to push several issues, along with diverse world and local events. Reports include Mexico approving a public works loan, a New York city homicide inquiry, a looming Lancashire strike threat, a Riviera arrival, a White House bodyguard appointment, Sioux Falls bonuses, and a Kingsley farmer’s fatal accident.
A set of replies from South Dakota residents across towns like Kindred Hitchcock Vienna Hindred Raymond and the Black Hills reveals many have never seen a moving picture cinema barber shop or radio. Respondents note children growing up without town exposure and describe communities where beds theatres and radios are unfamiliar.
Kansas City report follows retired pitcher Kid Nichols praising a 1924 Model T. An attendant refuses entry, and Nichols presses for reason. The brief humorous exchange highlights human quirks amid daily city life.
A humorous tale from a Los Angeles judge in a divorce court describes a pale husband who laments his wife’s endless talking. The punchline notes she can’t even speak six languages at once, implying she talks in many tongues. Copyright 196 Inquirs Features, Inc.
Police launch inquiry into the death of a 24 year old woman named Leonora Curtis of Duluth Minnesota found dead in a Council Bluffs jail cell. A Fort Worth candy salesman, C A Miller, is detained as the investigation proceeds. The case involves a suspicious letter signed Irene and from Hecla South Dakota, with the victim’s true identity not yet established.
Faint radio calls heard by Western Air Express and United Airlines stations in Kingman Arizona and other hubs were repeatedly detected as searchers look for a missing plane. A holder of a radio license in Minneapolis suggested a recovered operator may have tried contacting Elo and St George. Two Northwest Airlines flyers missing near Washington Tolgho timberlands heighten concern as authorities chase a second aircraft mystery in a week.
An unidentified 25 year old man in New York claimed a burlesque show caused amnesia. He walked to Bellevue Hospital and told Dr. Allan Murphy he had no memory of who he is or his origin. He was admitted to the psychiatric ward as an amnesia patient.
Madrid moves toward a real single command for defense as Communist leaders back the measure amid Front unity. Premier Francisco Largo Caballero bans Christmas merrymaking at the front and warns militiamen who desert lines will be disciplined while fighting continues near the San Fernando bridge and Pozuelo. Outside Madrid, government forces press toward Aranjuez and Toledo fronts, while insurgents push near Guadalajara aiming to seize the capital from multiple sides. The war ministry reports insurgent cruiser Espana fired on the U S gunboat Erie before recognition, with one shell landing near Musel hills as Erie hoisted flag and prepared for action before Espana withdrew.
Beadle County Planning Board drew up recommendations for submission to the South Dakota planning board at its annual meeting. They oppose the county assessor system until more details are available and urge artesian well conservation with control by county commissioners to prevent waste.
Nanking dispatch reports the Nanking government ordered punitive operations against Chang Hsueh-liang’s rebel headquarters to reopen Sunday unless Chiang Kai-shek is released. Military authorities later tempered the threat, with warnings of possible restraint and continued hostilities if negotiations fail. Shao Yuan-Shang, a Chiang staff member, was killed in the mutiny.
Carl A. Appel freight car inspector for the North Central and Northwestern railroad systems was reported in critical condition with a skull concussion after being caught between moving freight cars in the North Western yards late Friday night. He remained conscious today as doctors note gradual improvement despite the serious injuries. He was treated at a Huron hospital after the 11 o clock incident and is on the night shift at the railroad repair yards.
Fragmented weather notes indicate a fair tonight followed by much colder temperatures Sunday across South Dakota. Forecasters mention northern, western and surrounding regions with extreme low wind chill values looming.
A skunk sprayed a long haired spaniel at a glittering party hosted by Edgar Allan Woolf, a scenarist, in Hollywood. The dog startled guests and hid under a table as cleaners and attendees like Bert Lytell Florence Ryerson and Mary Carivelo fled.
Centerville First National Bank was closed on orders from the currency commissioner following a discovery of 170 100 in shortages. Federal official Leo Crowley said about eight percent of the bank's 415 000 in deposits are insured and noted the FDIC is not acting as receiver. Center ville Bank president Lieut. Gov. Robert Peterson also led banks in Vermillion Viborg and Wekonda. he resigned as president of Citizens Bank in Vermillion.
A general showdown between labor and the auto industry was forecast as parts plants hit production. Ford branches suspend operations for days, Murray Corp slows due to Ford line cuts. Ward's notes a new sympathy among strikes, while UAW pushes for bargaining with General Motors. West coast pickets and Longshoremen tensions deepen nationwide disruptions.
Pierre December 19. Lawmakers in South Dakota considered changes during a special session starting Monday. Debates included unemployment insurance legislation, tax questions, and a proposal to legalize municipal liquor stores in third class towns after a recent Supreme Court ruling.
Vatican reports Pope Pius nearing recovery from partial paralysis and cancels the traditional Christmas Eve audience with the college of cardinals. Instead he will meet cardinals individually in his sickroom over the next days, doctors providing constant vigil to ease breathing and rest.
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