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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1932
Page
4
The essay honors Frank L. Stanton Jr. and his poem Mighty Lak a Rose. It reflects on fame, taste, and enduring emotion tied to a dying poet and his sleeping son, noting the simple, universal sentiment captured in the song that many readers will remember for generations.
Alpena resident David W. Evans, 20, a Dakota Wesleyan University student in Mitchell, was awarded a Harmon scholarship for outstanding Boy Scout service. He is the only South Dakota scout to receive the honor, praised for building Alpena’s active troop and advancing Eagle scouts amid a small regional pool.
South Dakota ends a tough year for tree planters as heavy snow favors planting this season. The nationwide Washington Bicentennial observance spurs the American Tree Association campaign to plant trees across the country. Over 9,680,800 trees have been planted so far, with ongoing efforts to beautify and raise property values.
A brief, somber note urges serious regard for a bi-centennial observation phase. The text hints at statewide reach by government or other organizations and the potential impact of seed-related programs across all parts of the state.
A French father denounces beauty contests as degrading while American figures stir political talk. Tom Herry nears a gubernatorial clash with Le Corey in a lively Democratic race. Pierre Capital-Journal and Huron Jackson day dinner shape local views as tariff debates and a Roosevelt endorsement echo through the region.
A playful parliamentary session unfolds in a Baltimore Evening Sun piece where Johnny Mary and Father push a motion to go to a movie. The group debates tone and content before agreeing to appoint a committee including Mother and Mary to decide. The scene ends with approval of the committee.
The Sioux City Tribune notes ongoing sentiment against America guaranteeing Europe’s borders. It cites Arizona Star proposals for Geneva peace as imprudent diplomacy and warns that past WWI ties could revive future conflict. France seeks American backing. however, long entanglements are deemed unsafe.
New York Herald Tribune reports Governor Alfalfa Bill Murray of Oklahoma using a Washington trip to push broadcasting through the press. He singles out rivals for the Democratic nomination, outlines platform ideas, and hints at a possible run in North Dakota primaries while maintaining a cautious stance on entering the race.
A garbled OCR style fragment references a candidate listening to the people and mentions Pethelia Zert and other unclear terms. The readable content hints at political assessment but lacks coherent facts, names, dates, or actions to summarize as a clear news item.
Lettie Paulson reviews a Potter County 4 H group trip to Brookings for the Junior Short Course. The diary like report covers travel from Potter County on December 26 to Gettysburg arrival, campus events at Brookings, classes, judging contests, assemblies and a final banquet. Acknowledgments to business and Evening Huronite are noted.
Troop 4 held its regular meeting January 2 with LeRoy Ghowel leading in the piedes. Black Bears won the interpatrol contest while a committee handled inspection. John Becker judged the testing, and the evening focused on games and court of honor preparations for January 28.
A Minnehaha meet featured a thrift talk addressing community needs and economic concerns. Speakers highlighted local service projects and urged residents to support cooperative efforts and prudent budgeting.
Day county’s Butler Retter Sheep club reports 18 active members finishing a successful year. Members raised 33 sheep, sold 0.96 worth of wool, received 02.16 in premiums, and held 202.20 in stock on hand. All exhibited at the county fair, two at the state fair, and the club earned two gold seals on its charter.
Central South Dakota Scouts review heroines of yesterday focusing on Louisa May Alcott. The column extols her early life blending writing with homemaking duties, charity, and resilience in New England, urging Girl Scouts to value home economics and leadership. It previews Anna Shaw as next studied pioneer leader.
A garbled report describes a school event where Mitchell Damsneier mentions a faulty radio and a quick fix. The narrative references Valley and Leaguer, with partial names and scattered phrases about tuning in and an unspecified outcome. The item reads as an informal, incomplete observation.
A scrambled clue list covering historical questions and crossword style hints. It includes references to France's origins, ancient peoples, leadership, and various misc terms such as silkworm, governor of Algiers, and descriptors like Irish and marine terms, all presented as a dense, puzzling compilation.
Lorin Smith reports a small turnout as two ropes were made and the troop vowed to perfect its knot tying. The next meeting is set for tonight in the church basement.
The Just Rite League of Foster township Beadle county met at the school January 22 to plan celebrations for Washington Lincoln and St Valentine birthdays. The group is studying Safety First as a major project this year. Each student must obtain information on how to prevent accidents, reported league reporter Alice Mae Ulrich.
Marcella Roeber, a Hubbard free trip winner to a junior sport course, reviewed her Brookings trip during the January business session at Ruth and Dorothy Andersons home in Spink county. Committees were appointed for the next meeting. Five members were unable to attend.
Recipe fragment shows butter lard sugar eggs almonds flour spices and flavors for buttersoft loaf cookies and sugar cookies. Instructions mix cream add eggs beat, chill, slice thin, bake in hot oven. Includes almond and vanilla like flavor notes and misprinted quantities.
A look back at social happenings in Huron twenty years ago. Mrs Mildred Reese hosted a grade party at her home with games and refreshments. Ralph Jones entertained a party at 377 Utah Street. Auction bridge was hosted by Mrs H A Perriton and Miss Lillian Perriton on Iowa Street. Mr and Mrs M A Muraine hosted six friends for dinner on California Street. Miss Gertrude Null held a young people gathering on Idsho Street with cards and refreshments. Mrs BEBE Vance hosted a Ladies Sewing Bee. The Huron Bridge Whist Club met at Mrs S J Foster's home. The Auction Bridge club convened at Mrs C B Alford's home. P A L S met at Miss Ethelyn Medbery's for weekly gathering. Dr C B Andrews left for Miller for a brief business visit.
Miner county officials adopt a deputy structure with fixed monthly salaries for key officers. The treasurer and auditor receive one deputy each at 75 dollars monthly, the register of deeds 37.09, and the superintendent of schools 60 dollars monthly. The clerk of courts, auditor, and treasurer may have part time deputies paid 30 cents per hour as duties require.
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