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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1934
Page
4
A fragmentary AP credit line and stray publication note appear, mentioning Associated Press rights and local news, with partial wording about audit bureau and local papers.
An editorial warns that municipal government faces upheaval from federal and state aid. It notes cities rely on Washington and Albany to fund repairs and schooling, risking loss of independence. It cites Cincinnati and Milwaukee as examples of preserving autonomy amid pressure.
The article notes May 1 as a tentative CWA program closing date but suggests it may be moved earlier or extended if Congress does not appropriate funds. It emphasizes drought areas require continued relief and that private industry may absorb workers in some regions, with central South Dakota crops not yet flowing to market.
Trustees of Huron College faced public scrutiny as they debated funding tactics. Judge A K Gardner proposed reallocating endowment funds to cover debts, arguing it would stabilize finances. The plan aimed to keep the college borrowing at 7 percent while lending endowment funds at 6 percent.
The judge ruled the donor’s endowment could be used in emergencies to keep the college operating, and affirmed that money from the endowment may be drawn to pay debts. The board’s action secures a continuing institution of higher learning in Huxon.
The text condemns political fixers in Washington, noting long-standing practice by party insiders who exploit influence to intervene with government hearings. It argues many fixers lack real clout and that President Roosevelt should sharply condemn the practice to curb the odor of corruption.
The article reports a new German law to take effect next May abolishing labor unions, fining workers for disobeying factory rules, granting employers full control, and eliminating collective bargaining. It warns that the average worker will be governed by those at the top, despite state promises to protect interests.
Secretary Frances Perkins sews the first NRA label into a dress, signaling a 45 hour workweek a minimum wage and child labor bans. The move aims to end sweatshops in tenements basements and unsanitary buildings and marks a new era for the dress industry. The label is presented as a triumph over French designer labels.
Arthur Crawford of the Chicago Journal of Commerce argues the Federal Reserve deflated agriculture in 1921, smashing farm prices and bank mortgages, and that Roosevelt's AAA then mitigated the blow. He notes Congress largely tolerates the transfer of gold from Fed banks to the U S Treasury, signaling a move toward central banking.
Rapid City Journal outlines economists split on Roosevelt era monetary policy. Supporters argue cheap money would spur recovery and cut national debt by currency depreciation. They illustrate with a farmer example where debt rises or falls with commodity prices, suggesting widespread relief for debtors as the dollar loses value.
South Dakota 4 H clubs add farm accounting to activities under H M Jones. Records required cover possessions, income and expenses, labor used per crop, and yearly profit. Schools to teach bookkeeping to be led by T B Thorminton. Contest by International Harvester with prizes up to 500 dollars, entries due by April 1.
The Flying Eagle patrol opened the meeting with flag duties as scouts discussed Saturday hike plans near Wrat ek's grove. Harold Owens reported, dues were collected, and patrols performed stunts like Midnight Ride of Paul Revere and Green First Riders. The Black Bears won the in-house contest while Flying Eagles lead the overall score 110 to 84.
Fairfield Mixers 4 H held their third meeting at Mabel Keawison's home on January 20. One member was absent. The president called the meeting to order and the flag salute led off. A committee of Marjorie Stoner Carol Olson and Eleanor Olson planned a Valentine fundraiser. The group planned a party for the next meeting and asked members to bring valentines. They read a lesson on real planning sang songs and held contests. Lunch was served by Mrs Kennison. The next meeting will be at the Stoner home on February 1 with Eleanor Olson hosting.
Jay Morrell of Certhsge recounts attending the Junior Short-Course, praising its size and his 4-H peers. He notes kindness from fellow club members, assistance due to a broken ankle, shared meals, and help on trains as they traveled, reinforcing loyalty to 4-H and community.
Lois Feterson recalls a fruity surprise for Miss Van as students gathered to honor their teacher. A stone with erosion holes was shown, and Miss Van entered her desk to find apples bananas and cookies awaiting her, easing her forgotten dinner.
Dorothy Marie Rex reports pupils from eighth grade and Sunshine League member schools in South Dakota compete at the State Fair. The text notes "the seventh and high-graders" from Badlands area and other locales participating, highlighting student achievements and regional involvement.
Albert Orth of the Orth school near Alpena describes a second grade Eskimo sandtable project. Students made Eskimo figures and dogs for a sled, with ice and figures representing their classroom work.
Pierre reporters note the Beaguers hold a January school meeting as reports surface of R. G land sale by the state. The rural credit deal involves 124 acres and other parcels potentially changing hands.
A garbled OCR puzzle item lists across and down clues with numerous apparent errors and fragmented terms. It references a dramatic poet known for writing poems, mentions familial terms, and lists varied words and numbers, suggesting a crossword style puzzle with irregular alignment and misspellings rather than a coherent news event.
A breakfast menu from Sara L. Dewing suggests winter options including sliced bananas with cream, scrambled eggs with parsley and peppers, and coffee. Recipes cover egg preparation with milk and optional cheese, plus a popover recipe using milk, flour, and eggs baked in hot then cooler ovens. Yield varies by dish.
Twenty years ago today W T Mur ay home hosted Miss Cecil Virginia and Ger tude Collins cousins of Herold Murphy. Kath Styer and daughter arrived from AD Se for Northwest ern Life Insurance Aberdeen. George W Wright elected as director. Mrs John Pyle rumored candidate for state superintendent of public instruction on prohibition ticket. Pyle not a candidate. Domminated as a candidate for the office, however. Left Langford last Sunday. Gage of the college Twin Cities journeyed there.
Special to Miller on January 23 140 men hosted an oyster supper in Miller Municipal Auditorium from 730 to 9 PM. Attending were firemen wives mayor and councilmen with spouses, former fireman Mr Durnil, toastmaster Scott Devison, mayoral and fire chiefs speeches, tap and saxophone performances, vocal numbers, and dancing to Steel's Orchestra as $30 crowd enjoyed supper served by Presbyterian ladies.
MYFCHELL Jan 2 Forty seven of the sixty nine counties in South Dakota are represented by students at Dakota Wesleyan University, it was revealed there today. County divisions show Division county leading with over one third of the current increment, with Aurora Pen Cal ly Sully Brule Roberts Edmunds Miner mayman Moody Bon Bommi c and Clay among others represented.
Local Methodist Church groups set a community dinner this Tuesday featuring J. J. Meare Kaye Moark and other organizers Bloomenrader Ginter and Matieoa among the active volunteers. The event aims to raise funds for church programs and neighborhood aid.
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