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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1929
Page
4
The notice states that the Associated Press holds exclusive rights to use and republish AP dispatches credited in this paper and local news, with attribution to the AP and a Bureau of Circulation audit.
A South Dakota note recalls early 20th century alerts on road safety. It cites motorists who ignore signals and yields and endorses a set of New Year resolutions for 1929 to curb recklessness, urging prudence at intersections and proper vehicle maintenance to protect pedestrians and others.
Reported drilling near Redelm in the northern part of the state has reached 3000 feet with hard substance encountered and progress ongoing. Montana gas field speculation persists with optimism for Standings Butte and J E Hipple leading fundraising efforts. The project remains experimental with a recent $25,000 appropriation linked to conditions met.
The article portrays engineering romance as a motivating factor in the Boulder canal project. It highlights Raymond F. Walter of Denver as the lead engineer and Theodore P. Shantz awaiting the New York subway milestone, with emphasis on proving worth through tangible achievements.
A 1920s or 1930s newspaper column discusses respect for engineers, civilian military aides, and personal conduct. It recounts Walter, Dick Halladay, Charles McDonald, and Xerxes era generals while noting attitudes toward officers in uniform and public service. It ends with a New Year’s reflection on civic usefulness.
A pressure of opinions on enforcement and publicity for Prohibition is discussed with calls for open debate by judges on the Durant prize findings. The piece argues for campaigning against liquor and notes a South Dakota paving funding study, showing labor-heavy costs and in-state economic benefits, plus political maneuvers for the 1930 Senate race with Christopherson tipped as a strong candidate.
Walter Travis surveys state legislatures with South Dakota and Nebraska examples. He notes tax debates on beer and sodas, a curious ginger ale “set up” phrase, and how ideas cross borders shaping laws. Berlin reports indoor tennis in former imperial stables near the palace.
Twenty years ago residents including Mr and Mrs Gilbert Rowe returned to New York City after visiting Mrs Rowe's sister Mrs Arthur Fairbank. Various locals traveled for business, family visits, or events, with details of travels to St Paul Warner South Dakota Sioux Falls Hawarden and Madison. The Knights of Pythias ball and a roast pig supper notable in local notes.
Central standard time listings for KYW WGN BAY WHO and others with program blocks from 5:30 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. including orchestras, dances, news, Broadway tunes and local features. The schedule also notes station call letters and kilocycle frequencies across major markets.
Letter to the editor arguing for a direct primary system, criticizing the current caucus and party control. The author—former senator—describes a proposed petition based primary, outlines ballot design, county and state canvassing, and calls for government by the people. He blames a three-way alliance for blocking reform.
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