This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1936
Page
7
Washington reports a forthcoming short migratory birds season with strict limits. Roosevelt and Agriculture Secretary Wallace must approve, with many fearing little change from last year’s tight rules. Audubon groups push for a closed season, though officials cite drought and bird losses as justification.
The article notes the tail of a comet could possibly strike Earth, though no tail has harmed the planet to date. It recounts 1910 Kalley’s Comet tail observations, balloons and experiments, and outlines theories on tail formation driven by solar light and gas particles amid ongoing debates.
Chief of Police Sabin Kane announced ongoing investigation into the death of Mrs. Mart Louis Purcell of Rapid City South Dakota. Coroner J Ray Keaton reported acid found in a cup of coke and noted the wife's throat was slit in the kitchen. Husband Lyle Purcell and store official FJ Hughes testified and supported the coroner’s theory of suicide by acid laced coffee but Kane urged further inquiry into unexplained circumstances. Inquest date pending arrival of Purcell parents from Rapid City.
Authorities in Tampa report a charred timber fastened to an oil drum found by Coast Guards near dry Tortugas strengthens belief the British motorship Nunoca was destroyed by explosion en route from Grand Cayman to Tampa. Captain Moses J. Kirkcannel led the search with Captain Cecil Gabbett as diversions continue.
Unsettled with scattered showers tonight. Thursday fair and cooler. Summary of past temperatures shows highest and lowest readings from a year ago and records in July. Precipitation totals for month and year to date are given with normal values. Sunset and weather timing noted.
Weather notes indicate generally fair conditions in western South Dakota with unsettled skies and showers in the east. Iowa expects partly cloudy skies tonight then unsettled conditions in the north with warmer trends in the south and east Thursday. Minnesota remains unsettled with local showers, cooler Thursday, and cooler conditions in the northwest tonight.
Data shows temperatures and conditions across Sioux Falls Brookings Pierre Aberdeen Rapid City Yankton Watertown Mitchell and other cities. Readings include highs around 68 to 78 degrees and lows mid 60s to 70s with conditions listed as clear or cloudy. Precipitation reported as none.
The National Federation of Electrical Workers warned of a nationwide strike if the Use Power dispute in Mexico City remains unsettled within one day. All states except Sonora Tabasco Chiapas and Lower California would lose power. A meeting with the Mexican Light and Power Company at the presidential palace offered hopes for a quick resolution.
Promoter Jamey Johnston says Max Baer is being considered for a September title bout with James J. Braddock if negotiations for a Schmeling affair fail. Baer would fight Braddock for the world heavyweight crown, with NYSAC approval needed and Baer indicating willingness to take the challenger’s share.
FARMINGDALE N Y July 22 Led by a Washington haberdashery salesman a radio policeman and a San Francisco steel worker plus a Pasadena movie extra four survivors lead after record qualifying rounds in the National Public Links Golf Championship at Beth Page. Claude Rippy tied for medal with Jimmy Botinari after posting 145 eight holes and a sub par first round.
In Frankfort on July 22 Special reports that Molinari, carding a par 72, posted a nine-hole record for The Washingtonian's 30. The Roberts family announces the birth of a daughter as part of the day’s brief notices in the local column.
Mrs Cubist Robinson announces the birth of a seven and a half pound daughter at their home. Robinson’s sister Mrs Albers Manic of Turenton assists with the newborn and care.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.