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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1941
Page
4
The Huron Publishing Co publishes rates for local and distant subscribers and lists editor and publisher E. Robert D. Lusk. It notes mail and carrier prices within South Dakota and across the United States, with Associated Press reprint rights.
A reprint of a 1532 Evening Huronite editorial argues for a postwar world where American might determine terms. It advocates freedom of movement and commerce, sustained prosperity at home, and continued U S leadership abroad to secure freedom and independence.
Goebbels questions why Gallup asks Americans about a potential German attack if Britain falls. He notes Germans would share no frank views under Nazi rule, as the regime fills their thoughts with approved ideas under Hitler, leaving no room for independent opinions.
The Navy emphasizes that personnel are essential as the two ocean navy expands. Volunteers are needed despite army selective service, with lowered requirements on teeth and height enabling formerly rejected individuals to enlist. The service caps emphasize every ship must be fully manned by trained sailors.
The National Nutrition Conference for Defense argues that adequate food is not enough. It says 40 percent of people are ill nourished despite plenty to eat and that proper nutrition should be a defense measure akin to an all-out national effort.
A guest editorial argues Senators Wheeler and Nye misrepresent Americans on war policy. It cites poll splits around 70 percent in favor of action to defeat Hitler, with 30 percent opposed, and predicts shifting support toward the President as the nation heads toward emergency measures. It critiques foes like Lindbergh and American Nazis while urging unity behind the national policy.
A whimsical article claims Dr Eugene Geiling crawled into a whale to study its stomachs. It jokes about the feat and ponders the novelty of science amid grim days, noting the absurdity yet charm of such an undertaking.
The American Eagle hatches air warriors as 147 cadets from 31 states earned their wings at Max Well Field Alabama. In 30 weeks these pilots logged over 26,300 miles each, totaling 3,866,100 miles with zero fatalities. More than 1800 cadets remain in this rigorous training as the nest fills.
The federal workforce exceeds 3,202,348 in March, with 187,080 based in the District of Columbia and the rest elsewhere. About one in ten Americans is a federal employee, a ratio similar to wartime levels, though the total is larger than 1918 by population growth.
Ruth Millett argues nagging is sometimes necessary for harmony. She advises wives to prompt in tactful, well timed ways and avoid nagging when husbands are in a bad mood. A wife should fit her mood to his and wait for a calm moment to raise chores or concerns.
A collage of quotes from Francis Biddie, Ait Landon, and Navy Secretary Knox, plus President Roosevelt and James Hilton, debating democracy, war, national habits, sea and air power, and the mood of modern literature. The lines reflect anxieties about the republic, political leadership, and cultural attitudes during wartime.
A sensational tale about a blond film star named Arthur loved by fans and magazines, who secretly pursued a New York showgirl Dolores. Hollywood executives warned of adverse publicity, but a compromise allowed Dolores to join Arthur in Hollywood while his wife and children remained at home.
Raymond Clapper argues the administration should act swiftly behind public support on lend lease and naval shipping. He notes debate over neutrality act limits and possible use of government vessels for Britain. He highlights production and labor concerns, and criticizes Congressional delays slowing defense decisions.
New York schedules list a dense block of radio programming for Saturday night including MBS NBC CBS and NBC Blue lines. Notable items feature A W Hawkes on a strike moratorium Herbert Hoover at Haverford commencement Jessica Dragonette and the Serenade, and a Weather of public affairs segment on American Japanese relations.
A fragmented page recalls historic speeches and questions where they were delivered. It lists Gettysburg Address Mahingtons Farewell Ad ess and Mark Antony’s oration at fim eral of Julian Caesar and Patrick Henry’s Give me Liberty or give me death. It also mentions Woodrow Wilsons Make the world safe for entry and hints at a puzzle on a classifieds page.
New York, June 7. Walter Lippmann addresses the Evening Huronite readers, urging graduates to see their training as a call to disciplined, meaningful work. He warns that modern life demands heroism, sacrifice, and a stubborn defense of liberty, urging alumni to align with America’s destined role in Western civilization.
The building has been painted and interior alterations completed. A locker system was installed this week and will be finished next week. Forty four or more? A total of 64 lockers will be provided in the building.
In the past week a repair project at a Canadian church was documented. The work included structural repairs and maintenance to the building’s basement and foundation. Local officials and contractors were involved in the observed progress.
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