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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1936
Page
6
Saturday recital mentions Jose Claus Luikens and the Ke ter couples as hosts. Goose dinner served at seven. Duo-Four Club hosted by Mrs. C. D. Maris spent time in camignet at two tables with John Hardesty winning Nish wie vor.
Evelyn Hartnagel notes a full slate of Sunday and Monday gatherings including B of L E divisions, Knights of Columbus, James River Lodge Odd Fellows, K P Lodge, Chapter A P O, Chapter F P E, Pioneer Daughters postponed, Chicago Northwestern Railway Women’s Club, Newman Club at Mrs. W Bjornson home, Devens Society potluck at church, various extension and auxiliary groups meeting through Tuesday with times and addresses in Southwest Chicago area. attendees urged to bring gifts and participate in planned activities.
A photo on the Minneapolis Star front page shows Miss Marjorie Burns reporter interviewing Sadie Jane Williams a Minneapolis midget who will marry Frank Delfino of New York during Christmas. Bridge events yield gifts and prizes as Royal Neighbors and local clubs hold Christmas gatherings with prizes, meals, and exchanges.
About one hundred Huron employees and guests gathered for Standard Oil offices annual Christmas party at the Hotel Marvin Hughitt. C. L Bailey and Mrs. Beryl Cottington won door gifts as Scottie Dexter and his orchestra played dancing into the night. A lunch was served in the main dining room. Sct Rose's Hand met Thursday afternoon at the Catholic School.
Chicago retailers report a swing to extravagance as the wealthy seek high end items. Handkerchiefs up to 200 dollars, brocaded silk shirts at 335 dollars, and to 450 dollar cotton versions. Jewelry ranges from 200 to 1400 dollars with pearls up to 5000 dollars. Dolls at 88 dollars and trains to 250 dollars appeal to buyers, while furs and luggage command 2000 to 40000 dollars.
Nearly one hundred friends gathered at the George Mencke farm near Huron to surprise Mrs. Mencke for her birthday. Royle Orchestra provided music as cards games and dancing followed a community dinner hosted by Mrs. W. C. Peterton and Mrs. Tena Butz. Mrs. Mencke received a commemorative rug amid gifts and festivities.
The McCune Auxiliary gathered at Mrs. Sheldon F. Reese's home on a Thursday evening. Devotions were led by Mrs. D. A. Bord and chapters five and six of the Study Book were given by Miss Dora Parks and Miss Cleata Thorpe. The program included a Christmas party with contests and other contributions. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Reese with help from Mrs. Jay Jennings and Mrs C. L Jones, followed by a lighted tree gift exchange. Mrs. C. E. Daniel of Miller attended as a guest.
The Happy Hour Club hosted a Christmas party at Mrs. AL V. Burger's home with 17 members, one guest Mrs. Joshua Hofer, and hostess assistance by Mrs. C F Stewart. Games, singing, and conversation filled the afternoon as gifts circulated. Prizes went to Mrs. E H Collins and Mrs H 2 Wilhelm. lunch was provided and served by Mrs. Hater.
Department of Agriculture reports total farm income this year at 5.59 billion dollars, up from 3.31 billion last year. Crop income leads with nearly 5.18 billion, including corn and wheat values, while livestock and products contribute over 5.0 billion. State figures list Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska among top corn and wheat producers.
City briefs cover mournful travel for Conrad Schaefers funeral in Detroit. Rochester and Holland visitors join church family in Huron. Easton and Van Heuvelens head to Polo for a relative’s funeral. locals head to Kansas City and New Orleans for work visits. New baby Francis Darlow born. Norma Royer recovering from appendicitis. multiple relatives visiting from Chisago to Mitchell.
Elizabeth Davenhill born February 7 1855 in Cheshire England died December 12 1936 at her son Frank s home aged 81 years 10 months and 5 days Survived by seven children Harty Fred Frank Persy Thomas and Mabel Berry plus sister Mrs Alice Hirst and eight grandchildren Husband John R Davenhill died 1928 Son James died 1925 Came to Dakota Territory in 1883 homestead near Carpenter Affiliated with Paroche Congregational Church Described as kind faithful and inspirational Aunt Lizzie cared for in last years by Hazel Davenhill and Frank Funeral conducted by Rev S W Keck at Pitro Congregational Church burial at church cemetery
Transfers recorded by official agents include Erastus Cornell to HC Shober in Section 9 Township 109 Range 71 and others. McLaughlin Company to State of South Dakota, Frank Konred to Federal Farmport Hake, James A. McDonald to Hyde County, and L M Hanson to First National Bank among listed parcels in Hyde County and Highmore.
Beadle County real estate transfers list J B Tschetter of Huron receiving property for $1.NEY 1-12-00 and a separate line shows John Evans transferring to F Land Bank in SEM 14-218-63. Nearly 400 types of cheese are produced in the United States.
The Kennington Clio enjoyed a Thursday dinner at Mrs. J. G. Ryan’s home with decorations by Mrs. Ray and Mrs. Hardesty as guests. Swanson won the high score and Tomtersow received a prize. The Legion Auxiliary met at Mrs. Drew’s home for a social evening with lunch served. The Fortnightly Club hosted a Christmas party at Mr. and Mrs. Oakley’s home with a seven o clock dinner and guests including Mr. and Mrs. Bath. Mr. and Mrs. McDonald hosted Suesta and welcomed guests Sunday evening.
Fragmentary report describes a blast near Brookings involving La Vonne Seis and sister Phy with others feared injured. Details are unresolved as investigators pursue leads about the powder can and a planned move to New York.
The report notes temperature extremes with past lows and highs, and monthly and yearly precipitation totals. It provides state forecasts for South Dakota and Minnesota, predicting generally fair conditions with much colder spells Sunday, and an outlook for December 2 to 26 across the northern and central plains with limited precipitation and temperatures near normal.
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