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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1944
Page
4
A 1939 editorial recounts D-Day as the beginning of the end, praising Allied forces for their costly, coordinated assault. It urges unity at home, teamwork, and continued sacrifice to sustain momentum as victory nears. It cites Churchill, Roosevelt, and American workers as pivotal to the war effort.
A satirical look at nightclub life criticizes the 30 percent cabaret tax. The piece mocks long lines at velvet ropes, overbearing waiters, tiny tables, crowded dance floors, and steep checks. It ends with a puzzled remark about why patrons endure the scene.
The Army photo reconnaissance pilot recalls the thrill of spotting an American flag over a French town soon after D-Day. He notes flag sightings lift spirits of European hearts as towns in France and beyond are liberated. The flag represents freedom replacing tyranny and signals renewed hope for many nations.
Washington police report a bootleg liquor mix of aviation gasoline cleaning fluid and a lead compound sold for a nickel a drink. The dangerous beverage has killed all who drank it, with no survivors to spread the word.
In 1944, General Marshall directs Allied strategy as chief of staff while closely guiding General Eisenhower in planning the invasion. Marshall’s diplomacy with Britain and Russia strengthens the alliance, despite tensions in the Burma-India theater and Nazi attempts to sow discord. Stalin’s support looms as invasion approaches.
A Ruth Millett column argues service women are rarely invited to private dinners by wives, citing female cooking instincts and competition with glamorous young service members. It suggests women fear feeling drab beside sergeants and that invitations hinge on gender dynamics, not service status.
Quote laden summary notes Army veteran doubts combat experience and wartime restrictions ending. Edwards, Barkley referenced, plus concerns over postwar jobs for skilled workers like paratroopers and welders. Byrnes warns lack of wisdom and unity could hinder postwar power.
Rapid City Journal reports a survey of New York City radio listeners conducted by three research groups. Among 7,830 women contacted, 13.6 percent preferred no newspaper ads while 86.4 percent favored newspaper advertising. If radio shows could run without ads, 69.6 percent would prefer no advertising, and 30.4 percent would not.
Washington readers learn that amending income tax declarations may save or defer tax under new law changes. It explains who benefits from the tax simplification and widened dependent definitions, and outlines three-payment amending steps with no new worksheets.
A trio of surveys finds readers favor newspaper advertising with 80.6 percent wanting it, while radio advertising is less accepted with 65.5 percent preferring no radio ads. Radio reach is low, many listeners ignore ads, and costs per 1000 reach are higher for radio than newspapers.
Washington June 13 War Department released 1511 U S soldiers killed in action names include South Dakota entries across theaters. Listed are 1st Lt Lynn G Peterson Edward C Peterson Ramona Virgil C Johnson Selmer Johnson Ormand A Mattox Leo A Mattox Box 811 Custer Gene F Minier Brookings Pek Raymond F Soppe Albert G Soppe T Sgt Clarence L Stevens Dorothy J Stevens Route 1 Bradle Pvt Lester H Holt Frank E Holt Wentworth Southwest Pacific area.
Nineteen women attended the first two Bonilla home nursing classes held, with sessions scheduled every Friday at 2 and 7 thirty p m, continuing until the course ends or the first group finishes. Attendees include Mrs Gee and many named local residents.
June 13 reports from Brookings indicate Ray Blavert was elevated to a path role while Frank Waterton and Cari Bichuron were elected to other posts. The 345 convention city will be named later by secretary George City.
A compact clue list mixing film, music, and misc terms. It includes references to a screen actress, a conductor, vegetables, electrical terms, and various short forms. The item reads like a crossword style puzzle with numbered hints and partial solutions.
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A writer recalls his father Jim Kilgalien of INS who covered Rome from the front lines. He notes the father’s understated courage and adaptability, praising a career spanning fires floods births crimes and the exhilaration of breaking news. The writer reflects on missing Broadway while honoring his dad’s dedication.
City commissioners discussed an ordinance regulating height and location of trees shrubs and obstructions on lawns and terraces drawing from other towns for shaping the Huron code. They also tackled curfew enforcement and property destruction concerns by youths while approving routine items and planning tax equalization.
A farewell party honored Helen Daugherty in the school gym Saturday evening. She leaves this week for Fort Des Moines Indiana where she will take WAC training.
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