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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1938
Page
4
A nation wide study of thousands of university extension students finds mental powers decline late, with older learners often brighter than younger peers. It argues ignorance of one's capacity blocks lifelong intellectual adventure and urges recognizing wisdom regardless of age.
A complex puzzle references an ex-ruler and imperial life, blending cryptic clues and numbers such as 2000 pounds and 522000 pounds with named figures like Hopshures. Solving yields a historical frame around an empress and her husband the ex-Emperor, amid wordplay on heights, beasts, and tools.
A critique of German efficiency after the Vienna to Prague move by The New York Times bureau. Four rooms, one vanload, two months, with every file opened and examined, 120 bound volumes scrutinized, permits lapsed, six inspectors pallbearers, all to prove efficiency. Democracy, by contrast, muddles less but with more freedom.
Safety councils report pedestrians bear 75 percent of urban traffic deaths in 13 cities and urge clinics for adults on foot. Wichita Kansas already runs one program. Meanwhile pedestrians can boost life expectancy by following simple rules at crossings and avoiding risky acts.
A reflection on predictions of endless increased lifespans and the shift toward meaningful aging. The piece notes longer healthier years due to science and medicine and hints at evolving opportunities for older people, while challenging the belief in a guaranteed extended lifespan.
A 1938NEA Service column argues against paranoia about men, urging women to see most men as benign, capable of respectful behavior if treated confidently. It promotes self assurance, warns against ridicule, and emphasizes personal agency in social interactions with men.
A series of pointed quotes from figures across farming, labor, and academia reflect disputes over regulation and social order. Oklahoma farmer Herman Schapansky alleges licensure restrictions on a home built plane. Jeff Davis, King of the Hoboes, laments opposition from tramps. Surgeon General Thomas Parton warns on health policy as a potential major issue. Professor Harry D. Gideonse argues that systems matter less than individual action.
A humorous Esquire Features column from 1938 by Bob Burns reflecting on nature and family, noting a uncle’s disappointment that his son chose jockeying over ministry and the punchline about repentance.
The U S Bureau of Biological Survey extends the duck season to 45 days across the region including South Dakota, citing better water conditions and a predicted rebound in migratory waterfowl. The change adds 15 opening days to October 1, allows three protected birds for possession, and aims to curb waste from misidentified targets. Prospects for upland birds like pheasants look favorable though official regulations will be finalized next month.
Central South Dakota diary entry describes rain easing drought and cooling heat as a gardener debates moving beds, plans next year, and vows to fight grasshoppers. She sketches a plan for a pep meeting with farmers and business leaders to organize pest warfare while sharing prune bread recipe and garden notes.
Tables at five o clock feature Mr Gillespie and Mrs Buckler. Mrs B D Mitarn of Dallas arrives for an extended visit with her brother E E Vance. Mrs J W Camp remains at home after visits with her sons William and Coler Campbell at Montevideo and Minneapolis.
Radio listings detail WEAF NBC WABC and other stations with programs across genres. Highlights include The Big Game Hunt quiz, The Roving Prof segment, Wayne King Waltz, Vox Pop, Amos n Andy, Doris Rhodes, Paul Whiteman’s Band, Hal Kemp Orchestra, and the Pepper Young Family arc, reflecting a dense schedule of music dramas comedies and news features across networks with varied times and hosts.
Taul Mallon outlines a provocative view on Russo Japanese tensions and a recurring “Plan A” by Hitler, Mussolini, and Japan. He suggests Berlin aimed to provoke Western democracies while Britain and France waver, with Russia potentially the counterweight in Czechoslovakia. The column links diplomatic blunders to a looming Western response.
Twenty years ago in Huron, Dr. HL Sprague left for Paullina to visit home before reporting for duty at Camp Grant. A boxing match in Harrison NJ pitted Fred Fulton against Incite Dempsey for the title once held by Jack Willard. A wind and storm damaged small grain along the C N W between Lake Preston and Hetland. Social events honored Dr Sprague with a whist supper hosted by Max Royhl and a tea hosted by Mrs J A Gillepis. the community circle noted his departure to the medical corps.
Bonilla junior team, led by J. McKichan and A. Keelee, traveled to Fenikten Gatarday for a trial tournament. The Jocels opened with an 8 to 1 loss to Murem, yielding an early setback in the event.
Small grain notes from Alpena July 25 report rigs operating with full awing. Be excellent Philip Mees, living west of town, threshed one shock or 14 bundles, netting 36 pounds of grain. Wheat tested at Maton Smith elevator at 6 pounds. No. 3 plus 0. sic per sack.
Alpena and Bonilla reports list visits by educators and families. A superintendent and daughter attended a dinner at Aisenty residence. youths led worship at Luxe Kum-Peska camp church. Mitchsock Ladies Aid hosted Bonilla visitors. Arlene Lahven visited relatives in Huron. E Dwight party toured Alpena. Gechner and others visited Mitchell hospital. Pauline Gechner and companions toured Bonilla. Mine Dous Dieckboil, a new Bonilla teacher, toured the area. Mr and Mrs T C Young with Mae Ray Wickwore visited Gorilla area.
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