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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1938
Page
4
A Cleveland driving incident shows a panicked motorist leaving a seriously injured woman in the street. A post card confession reveals the driver’s fear and attempts to avoid responsibility. The piece urges readers to prepare to act decently in emergencies and reject flight.
The Detroit Board of Commerce notes 47 tax days in 1988 affecting Michigan firms. Returns and payments for federal, state, county taxes plus sales and unemployment taxes impose time costs. The piece argues tax compliance drains effort without increasing government revenue.
A fragmented Michigan debate questions whether railroads must furnish uniforms to employees. The text cites an old source asserting uniforms including hat or cap and distinguishing clothing, raising legal interpretation of required attire.
A fragment notes that in 1879 discussions centered on whether a uniform hat or cap should be used, with scions debating the apparel choice and courts likely to decide. The text hints at potential trouble saved by a clear rule.
The Atlantic announces lighter than air passenger service by an American Zeppelin Transport Co. from Germany to the United States planned for May. The note highlights resilience after the Hindenburg disaster and the drive to revive air travel despite past catastrophes.
Editorial note explains daily selections from a large Dakota paper archive. It describes public access hours at the Evening Huronte library, welcoming readers for reference, study, or merchandising context. The editor invites use of the archive for private and academic purposes.
A Sioux Falls editorial urges careful public relations to offset past drought and bad press. It notes other states faced droughts, hurricanes, floods, and strikes, but stresses South Dakota’s diversified resources from fertile eastern prairies to Black Hills minerals. The piece argues for presenting current strengths without dwelling on past troubles.
Minneapolis Journal surveys show most mature women support divorce as an institution while money, age differences, religion, and wealth influence opinions. Results indicate over two thirds of adults favor divorce, with younger and older groups differing on causes and uniformity of laws.
A diary entry reflects on a bleak January day and the cozy purpose of winter. The author muses on hearty midnight suppers, common late night foods, and the challenge of balancing indulgence with digestion while dreaming of spring gardens and warmth.
Henry Cargon of Sioux Falls was elected president of the Associated Contractors of South Dakota at the convention in Huron Sioux Falls. He succeeds Geoste Hunt of Huron. Mrs Lafe Whitney tests in Sioux Falls for relatives and plans an extended visit. Mrs Engelbart and daughter Mary Teving left for Cannon Falls Minnesota after weeks here. Mrs Osborn begins her eighth year as resident of the area with Mrs Osborn Mrs Edna Nelson Mrs Leona Wickare and Miss Ethylle Reaims. Audience views debated whether the United States should engage in certain policy. Northern Normal was represented by three girls Jen D Haven Kathrine Grady and Eva Larknem with their debating coach.
Vermillion January 18 Special Colonies enrich only a few and burden the many Dr Thomas C Geary University of South Dakota told a KUED radio audience The three justifications for empire were outlined including population outlet trade and access to raw materials He called colonial holdings an expensive luxury and a delusion with little benefit to the home population
The new president of Yale University is announced in a historical puzzle style, suggesting leadership changes and academic leadership themes. The item blends clues and cheeky phrasing to convey a ceremonial appointment and university governance context.
Associated Press reports this week will see intensified oppression of Romania's Jewish population under Premier Octavian Goga's pro Nazi regime. Britain and France urge Romania to honor the 1918 minority treaty while the United States resists intervention. Estimates place European Jewry at about 9.57 million, with 5 million facing anti Semitism. refugees flood camps as emigration potential rises to Palestine.
Vermillion January 13 Spirit: Professor Beckwith of the University of South Dakota describes pioneer travel, noting handmade wagons and Conestoga designs. He explains wagon construction, the Conestoga bed curve, and the Black Hills stage line built to haul Deadwood gold, all fading with railroads.
A carnival dance will be held Friday evening at the community hall sponsored by Bancroft Public School. Students under Mildred Weinneth Swift will decorate the hall and supervise the event. Proceeds go to support school activities.
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