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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1942
Page
4
Published by THE HURON PUBLISHING CO. Entered at the Huron post office as second class matter. Subscription rates shown: 20c per week by carrier in Huron, $6.00 per year by mail in Huron, 15c per week elsewhere in South Dakota, $6 per year by mail elsewhere in the United States. Associated Press rights noted.
A South Dakota profile argues agriculture as a key wartime industry equal to auto plants. It cites a Huron payroll near a million dollars and state production targets for 1942, with beef, hogs, eggs, and milk slated to rise under WW II programs, while noting farm labor shortages and broader war pressure.
South Dakota farmers face shifted farm machinery repairs due to war production diversions and natural challenges. Despite obstacles, they tackle labor and repair issues with vigor, aided by federal agencies and the AAA reorganizing its 1942 program to fit new needs. Local farmers stand ready to contribute to America's major wartime effort.
The National Bronze and Aluminum Co. in Cleveland reports a rapid rebound from a devastating ore blast. Within 120 days after the fire production tripled and castings began in temporary quarters. Four months later output again tripled and a further doubling is promised in 120 days as workers vow persistence and national resolve.
Exiled former president Amalfa Arisa returns smirking amid a palace shift while President de la Guardia reforms Panama. He cooperates with the United States on Canal defense and implements price ceilings and anti rackets, strengthening ties and governance.
Ruth Millett criticizes gloom and fear during wartime urging women to enjoy life and keep spirits up. One sourpuss can dampen groups. the piece argues that women should remain lighthearted and cheerful for the duration.
The excerpt urges united national sacrifice to defeat foreign threats, contrasting production of comforts with mobilization for victory. It cites Floyd B. Odlum and Admiral Standley urging resolve, plus Melbourne Shortliffe on conquering ourselves to overcome Hitler, reflecting wartime rhetoric and moral urgency.
The editorial notes Brazil rubber production and U.S. sugar beet farming face postwar demand shifts. It cites Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska farmers urged to expand sugar beets while Brazilian rubber and WW II effects demand investment, processing, and transport upgrades. It argues extensive economic planning is needed to prevent chaos after the war.
Raymond Clapper argues the war cannot be won by guarding only home shores. He urges strategic focus on blocking Japan in the Indian Ocean and Germany in North Africa, with Britain held as a base, to keep fighting offshore and prevent the Axis from threatening the Americas.
Radio schedule listing programs across CBS NBC MBS and Blue networks for February 24 and 25 with times and shows including Burns and Allen Horace Heidt Fibber McGee Bob Hope Red Skelton The Navy relief dinner and Symphony broadcasts among others. It details stations CBS NBC MBS and network blue programs with musical variety and news blocks.
Mrs. W W Bassett received a letter from Mrs Royal C Johnson widow of the late South Dakota congressman stating Lieut Harlan T Dubby Johnson may still be alive. The Navy Department had said he was missing in action suggesting he could be a prisoner of the Japanese.
Bancroft had funeral rites for Mrs Myrtle Julia on Thursday at home. Attendees included Mr and Mrs George Rey and other relatives. The deceased’s daughter, a nurse stationed at Chanute Field, was noted among those present.
A Brooklyn style nightlife column highlights celebrity sightings at top clubs. Dorothy Kilgalen files a vivid montage of stars like Merle Oberon Katharine Hepburn Spencer Tracy and Jimmy Durante, plus wartime talk and roaming entertainers at Monte Carlo Fefe's Stork Club and the Music Hall.
A military expert argues Java's fate hinges on Allied assistance and naval air support. Dutch defenses rely on timely outside aid to blunt Japanese advances from Bali and Sumatra, with Java's rail network and Tyelilap port key to sustained defense amid growing air and sea superiority.
Word has been received of the marriage of Miss Leona Patratz of Zitzen Minnesota to Melvin Roever son of Mr and Mrs Louis Reeber of Tulare. Melvin had lived in Tulare all of his life until a few years ago when he went to Minnesota for the wedding.
Mrs Swart wins a high prize during a traveling event as John Schaffer of OE accompanies her and Mrs Nathan is noted in accompanying roles. The report mentions a prize and the travelers involved.
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