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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1940
Page
4
An Evening Huronite editorial from October 7 1339 argues that lasting peace requires American strength to secure final say, ensure freedom of movement and trade to keep workers employed, and protect freedom and independence at home and abroad, while rejecting concessions that would erode U.S. stature.
The article argues U S chemists create independence from foreign science through domestic production of synthetic rubber and related materials. It highlights Buna Thioxol Amepol and other substitutes, noting significant wartime shifts, reduced need for imported dyes drugs and rubber, and a future where the United States could self supply vital chemicals, easing global resource competition.
The article notes Pacific Alaska Airways, a Pan American subsidiary, has authorized a Seattle to Juneau service after about 20 trial flights. Regular flights will speed passenger travel and goods, enhance national defense, and prompt consideration of an inland link via Mid-Continent Airlines in South Dakota, strengthening Alaska's ties to the mainland.
South Dakota Senator Chan Gurney urged passage of the Army Promotion Bill before the Senate vote. The measure would retire army colonels at age 60 instead of 64 to speed up leadership, with strong remarks from Senator Hill backing Gurney’s points. Gurney, on the Senate Military Affairs Committee, may gain influence as international developments unfold.
A Central South Dakota farm woman records daily reflections on hardship, simple happiness, and shifting values amid scarce funds. She contemplates debt, literature, nature, and the future costs for her hilltop home as she notes work, resilience, and wary attention to headlines.
Ruth Millett argues fathers have grown less involved in child upbringing over decades while mothers gain influence. She cites shifts from 1900 to 1920 as fathers faded from questions about why daughters attended Vassar and urges modern dads to reclaim active parenting on Father's Day.
A quote excerpt notes the value of intellectual discipline to seek truth and freedom. It argues that education for free men must make politics, liberty, religious liberty, and economic liberty inseparable. The text also cites opinions on Nazi labor practices and the impact of totalitarian control.
The Christian Science Monitor notes that Americans will politely thank Signor Gayda for his concern about the Western Hemisphere. They believe discreet support is prudent to avoid inviting intervention from European powers after a potential Allied defeat, and foresee expanding concern to the East as well.
Washington dispatch outlines a 5 billion dollar revenue plan to pay 2.25 billion in defense outlays, reclassifying old spending, and portraying a pay-as-you-go setup. Critics warn of fiscal mirage, noting limited hearings and ongoing treasury deficits.
Central Standard radio feature reviews rapid European events with Mussolini war declaration and France’s defiant stance. Roosevelts Virginia address anchors a sprawling list of programs across NBC CBS WJZ and other networks featuring news, dramas, comedies, and musical shows through the evening schedule.
A scrambled crossword style grid lists terms and clues related to a tennis star and various wordplay entries. The page mixes novel phrases like A Beautiful youth and 14 Apportionted with common crossword words such as lichen and stream. The puzzle references a tennis champion and includes vertical and horizontal clue segments, suggesting a biographical or tribute-style card in a vintage newspaper.
An analysis of medieval views on democracy and the church’s power, tracing Aristotle’s influence on anti democratic thought. The piece contrasts democracy’s flaws with self government and cites Athens decline under demagogues, noting Aristotle’s preference for constitutional governance and the early distinction between democracy and self government.
Poor constables Franklin Pa report a municipal building notice urging dog licensing and警务 authorities threaten to shoot unlicensed dogs. The erratic dispatch describes capsized police actions and cautions constables. A separate item mentions a Seattle aviation instructor marrying a pupil.
A stray bullet struck Catherine Dresser while she sat at home fourteen months ago, ending her schooling and prompting doctors to decide that removing the pocket would be too dangerous. Police and medical officials rely on the test results to guide ongoing safety measures.
Legionnaires urged by L McNamara commander of William Reaves Post to join with the Huron Lakes Lodge for the annual Flag Day observance Friday night. Ex service men asked to meet on Dakota Avenue between Third and Fourth streets then march to I W Campbell Park with the Bike. Attorney General Leo A Tommey to deliver the Flag Day address.
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