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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1930
Page
4
Harold Wadhams, a rarouiye free trip winner, thanks Evening Huron ite for a camp visit. The diary details cabin draw, mosquito trouble, overnight starry sleep, early fire, cocoa and eggs breakfast, a 14 mile hike, beef and raisins provisions, farm visits for drinks, a 108 degree shade remark, and a riding error about distances.
South Dakota readers hear Congressman Royal Johnson defend President Hoover and the tariff bill. He praises Hoover and predicts the tariff commission will act soon to adjust schedules, arguing scientific tariffs better serve agriculture and industry and denouncing political tariff talk as log rolling. The piece stresses need for timely action and clearer understanding of tariff impacts.
A front page photo in the Minneapolis Tribune shows Count and Countess von Luckner with Dr. William Beebe, aboard the Mopelia off Bermuda. They tour Dr. Beebe’s deep-sea laboratory on NonSuch Island to inspire the youths aboard in Caribbean exploration while Beebe’s New York Zoological Society team hosts the group for several days. The piece contrasts the wartime Sea Raider image with a peaceful voyage aiming to foster a love of the sea among the boys.
The piece portrays Count von Lockner as a figure once condemned as a private but later trusted to mentor youths at sea. It highlights war’s futility and hatreds, showing how his wartime reputation shifted toward admiration for adventure and leadership among the next generation.
A The Evening Huronite subscriber calls on Huron to create a picnic spot and swimming pool in Ravine Park. The writer notes the dam idea could supply water and cost seems modest, but park funds are tight and a donor could enable a public amenity for future generations.
A multi nation debate on handling communist influence is outlined. Hamilton Fish proposes a federal police force to root out subversive activity while U S veterans groups act locally to disrupt meetings. France suppresses the party, Indo China sees crackdowns, and Russia faces diplomatic scrutiny as discussions center on balancing force and reason in defending capitalism and employment.
Last spring farmers near Menno organized a rural fire department, purchased a truck and equipment, and answer alarms across the countryside. In a short period three calls were unanswered but would have caused severe losses. two fires threatened acres and a farmer’s buildings were saved by timely aid. The Menno unit, unique in the state, proves rural districts need such protection and could see lower insurance costs with reliable firefighting.
Early this summer fifty New England Girl Scouts built a cedar pole bridge in two minutes that bore a long procession for four hours under Major Montague D. Mawe. He said the act fostered personal responsibility and character, stressing that trustworthy lashing and quick work prevented danger and built cooperation and discipline.
Four H club leaders report the final camp at Cheyenne Agency closing after 11 district and county camps since June 1. Attendance across sites totals 2,409 club members, 158 leaders, 133 agents, plus 1,972 visitors, with new features like treasure hunts and candle lighting cited as well received.
Helen Wilson and Elizabeth Avery could not attend the meeting. A lunch was served by hostesses Ruth and Deloris Budd at the close of the business session. The next meeting is scheduled for July 2 per the club reporter.
Twelve state contingents depart for Camp Andree at Briarcliff Manor New York led by National headquarters staff. More than 100 attend opening sessions funded by the Clark family in memory of Andree Clark, a second class scout. Camp is for Girl Scouts aged 14 and up who have passed their second class tests. The site spans 1st acres of wooded hills with a small lake named Kinderanger meaning the eyes of little children.
The Merry Maids Poultry club of Richland held a demonstration at Mrs. J. P. Rudy's home this week. O. 5. Weisner Brookings extension agent and R. A. Cave county agent gave talks on Healthy Chicks, Getting Chickens Ready for the Fair, and Culling. Mrs. Rudy served dinner, then the group spent the afternoon culling.
The Vernon Busy Bees Sewing club met at Mrs N E Harper repor ter said Alice McBride and Clara Schamber were chosen for the demonstration team to give a princess sewing demonstration at Huron on Monday. Final practice set for Friday afternoon July 28 at Dick Wessels home.
Members of the Bradley Calf club in Clark county form two demonstration teams. They will enter tryouts at the county achievement day with topics including Testing Milk on the Farm and Feeding Dairy Cows Profitably. Local leader is Lyle Bender.
The Florencetta sewing club met at Mrs. TB Croll’s home this week for a lesson led by local leader Sambite. Members practiced hand sewing and discussed upcoming projects in a quiet community gathering.
The Gay Juniors 4-H club gathered at Mrs. Mark Walters home on July 17. Members and seven visitors worked on dresses and nightgowns while the hostess served lunch. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Tam Kalahar home on July 31 per reporter Wilma Meyer.
The narrator recalls days of tests and afternoons spent on leather craft, followed by nightly climbs up the hill to campfire. They express appreciation for the time and indicate a wish to have data for two weeks next year.
Clyde Center girls played Valley Sunshine Sunday evening, losing 10 to 3 after two extra innings. Captain Ajta Meyer stated the Clyde Center club may play Kimenball next, then resumes with Valley club on August 10 at the Fair Grounds Experiments 31 Michigan State College notes pigeons and pheasants as carriers of Bang's disease.
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