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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1931
Page
4
The piece argues that the lieutenant governor could represent the state at social functions when the governor is unavailable. It suggests inviting both leaders to events, building a custom that the governor’s invitation implies the lieutenant governor will represent him. It notes travel is political, aimed at votes, and the governor could choose to decline if needed.
Yankton College presents The Merry Wives of Windsor in Goreen Terrace theatre June 9 and 10 as its 17th annual commencement production directed by Sydney H. Spayde. Wayne Nicholas leads as Falstaff with Monica Klopping and Winifred Gross as Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Page, supported by a cast from Ree Heights, Yankton, Lead and nearby towns.
South Dakota declares Dairy Week beginning June 15 as Governor Warren E Green urges wide dairy adoption. Secretary Layson G Troth advocates boosting cream production from 75 million pounds yearly and outlines steps to build better herds, stressing pure bred stock, careful culling, records, and gradual scale for new entrants.
The Mitchell Republican and the Pierre Dakotan mock Governor Green for a busy itinerary. He attended a Sioux Falls dance, spoke to the Young Citizens league in Pierre, and joined Wall festivities, prompting calls from local papers to let the lieutenant governor handle appearances.
Winners announced by Miss Margaret Mochrie include Audrey Long of Harrisonburg Virginia first prize fifty dollars for The Three Books I Have Enjoyed Most. Margaret Rottschaefer of Holland Michigan won second prize twenty five dollars and Marie Louise Sheridan of Joseph Missouri won third prize.
The Twentieth Century Fund reports that philanthropy alone cannot fix economic distress and urges reducing the need for charity by reforming business and industrial structures. The piece notes a shift in public attitude since the depression and calls for fundamental system changes rather than continual relief.
The Memphis Commercial Appeal critiques post crash hysteria in the United States noting two years of fragile restoration efforts. It warns against rail rate hikes and wage cuts, arguing for economic calm, intelligent leadership, and adherence to proven industrial laws to restore normal conditions.
Mrs Mamie Warren of Chicago who spent a year in Russia says Americans cannot be happy there and face oppression fear and sickness. She notes high costs for basic goods and poor food quality while urging Americans to stay away to avoid misery and disillusionment.
Miller teams from Woup 12 led by Dwight Danburg edged Chester Rudd’s Flying Eagles at Camp Dakota Camporee held midweek. Ree Heights and Broadland teams finished third and fourth as events spanned inspections camping games and contests from mapping and archery to knot tying and signaling with awards announced by Fred C. Eggers.
The Lincoln Sewing club of Highmoore met at Mrs. Lowell Phillips home to baste and fit dresses under leaders Mrs. Jess Phillips and Mrs. Williams Silvertail. Laundry bags were judged. John Wells attended as a guest. Irene Silvernail hosted lunch. Esther Rittel and Irene Silvernail appointed serving committee for the next meeting on June 26 at Mrs. William Silvernail's house.
The Highmore Girl Scout troop completed its first hike on a Saturday evening with trail directions set for each patrol. After returning, each patrol cooked its own supper and 15 scouts passed the first tenderfoot requirements. A court of honor followed a regular meeting, then a troop committee session at the chairman’s home resolved many items.
A Sheffield Juniors C. L. reports on a year of activity among first graders. They met monthly, elected officers, prepared reports, and assisted with special day programs. They raised 6.08 for books and equipment, created a bulletin board, studied current events, and planted four Arbor Day trees under teacher Eva Serigelman.
About 25 members and guests of the Wessington Hills Sewing club were entertained at Mrs. A. B. Crossman’s home near Wessington. The event honored club mothers with green and white decorations and a yellow rose centerpiece. Members served a dinner they prepared with help from the denier. Short talks by Marion Rombaugh, Miss Sara L. Dewing, and others highlighted club work, character building, and the mothers’ vital support. A pressure cooker demonstration closed the event.
Sully county 4-H club members may attend a free health clinic tomorrow at the schoolhouse in Onida. Dr B M Hart and assistants will conduct examinations starting at 9 a m and continuing through the day, aiming to detect minor defects early for correction.
Onida Girl Scout troop leaders Mrs Edna Johnson Mrs Julia Crandall and Mrs Marie Fanton describe a well organized unit. Helen Johnson will be lieutenant for Mrs Larson and Dorothy Brown for Mrs Crandall. Troop council chaired by Mrs Spears includes Mrs Zimmer Mrs Durrstein and Adele Nelsor. A troop club room will be set up in the grade school building for summer meetings.
Members of the Happy-Go-Lucky 4-H club of Northern Hyde county met at the Ondiiock home with all but one present per club reporter Arthur Cermak. The main business was to fill out record books and Wayne El-Tink attended as a guest. The next meeting is set for June 7 at 1 o'clock at the Elfrink home.
Clark county 4-H club members will attend a four day camp at Camp Watymea on Lake Kampeska from June 10 to 13 led by county agent H A Krug. The program covers dairy demonstrations livestock study soils and weed control for boys and personal finance arts health and outdoors for girls with a strong recreational slate including track events baseball swimming and boating. Transportation from Clark departs at noon June 10.
Spink county 4 H members will attend the third annual club camp at the State Fairgrounds in Huron from June 24 to 27. Registration begins 2 pm Saturday June 27 at the boys and girls club buildings. Classes will cover stick printing foods outdoor art and expense accounting for girls and soils kit demonstration teams judging record keeping and weed control for boys with afternoon judging contests tours and recreation. Enrollment for lodging meals is three dollars.
The Merry Maids Poultry club met at the Wallace home June 3 with all members except one present. They decided to buy standard of perfection. The next meeting will be at the Fuller home the first of July. The dairy and poultry clubs plan a picnic on June 21. Dues were collected and the business session adjourned. A social at Rudy grove two miles east and a short distance south of Cavour is planned and invites all in the community.
The primary department of the Onida Presbyterian Sunday School will observe Children’s Day on Sunday June 14 at the high school auditorium. The program is prepared under the direction of Mrs Frank Frahm and Mrs Elsie Gustafson, superintendent and assistant superintendent.
Yale Commercial Club discusses plans for Whoopee Day to be held June 17 with street attractions a ball game and a dance. Event centers in Yale. Community gathers to organize festivities and entertainment.
Twenty years ago in Huron residents travel for business and visits. M Vollmer leaves for Carthage while B K LaRue goes to Jamestown on land matters. J P Walsh returns to Pierre after stop in Wolsey. Henry W Smith and family plan a river west claim and rerosition. Miss Tootsie Ebert appears at the Bijou tonight. August Tams back from Pierre, George Starting in city for college commencement. Mrs J B Thrall heads to Massachusetts after visiting Dr and Mrs W H Thrall. Senators Crawford Gamble and Rep Burke invite Taft to visit Huron during the state fair but he declines due to schedule. Carl Weir returns north for business. C N McIlvaine returns from Aberdeen Elks convention. Miss Florence McMahan leaves for La Crosse and Portage Wis. to visit relatives.
William Bender born September 20 1860 in Victor Iowa. He moved with his parents to California northwest of Gillam Iowa in 1861 and resided there until 1889. He married M Ocelliars of Gilmen January 23 1884. Survived by wife eight children and many grandchildren. Funeral at home then Methodist church Alpena cemetery.
We express our appreciation for the many acts of sympathy extended to us after the passing of our husband William Bender. Cards flowers and comforting words are gratefully received as we honor his memory.
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