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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1943
Page
4
A newspaper credit line notes that the Associated Press holds exclusive rights to use all AP news dispatches and local news published in the paper, with an audit by the Audit Bureau of Circulation referenced.
A report on a large U.S. Army desert training center where General C. H. White launched a fly swat campaign. By cleaning dumps, burying refuse, and improving sanitation the epidemic of dysentery vanished and illness rates fell to under 2 percent across multiple divisions and commands.
Public pressure won Kaiser's chance to prove a concept for huge plywood cargo planes. Scale models of 16 feet demonstrate feasibility and support orders for full size craft with eight engines and 60 tons capacity. General Arnold questions Japanese conduct and praises the effort.
London report from Raymond Clapper notes Allies aim to draw German fighter planes into air battles to wear down the Luftwaffe. He cites German shift to fighters, German capacity around 1000 single seat fighters, and American claims of 359 enemy fighters destroyed last month, with 93 probably destroyed and 176 damaged. He argues bomber missions alone cannot defeat Germany without destroying its fighter force.
A wartime tone drives a protest against rude behavior by clerks as women urge civility and collective action. The piece grounds its call in civic virtue and public manners, tying small encounters to broader social resolve.
Ruth Millett argues that business shortages or booming demand do not excuse poor service. Courtesy matters most to customers who feel appreciated and informed. Delays and miscommunications irritate more when staff neglect courtesy, and even wartime strain cannot excuse it.
President Winston of Brown University urges faith in federated action and the United Nations, warning delays damage. Dr Paul R Cannon II cites sieges and famine as shaping Hitlerist resistance. Winthrop Aldrich stresses thrift to avert 1919-like deflation and malaise.
The United States and Britain recognize the new Argentine government for halting coded international messages and disrupting hostile networks. Drew Pearson contends a popular revolution was planned for mid June, thwarted by the army, with future stability depending on gradual UN collaboration. Conservatives risk pushing Argentina toward radical leadership if moderation fails, potentially elevating leftist factions.
Ernie Pyle recalls bargaining in an African coastal market with Lieut. Les Boyd. They haggle over a fez and encounter a feisty vendor who feigns anger for amusement, then laughs with them. The piece reflects a casual, humorous view of local commerce and character.
OPA officials warn stamps must remain in books when presenting for commodities and advise destroying expired stamps. Ration Book No 2 is for some. Book Three applicants must wait until August 1. Mailing of books runs to July 21. inquire if not received. Sugar stamps cover canning. other stamps specify valid dates. Motorists begin A book applications June 22. inspections deadlines listed.
Hyde County WRC met on Saturday afternoon with 13 members present. Etta Bawdon conducted the meeting as Eunice Meigs was elected president, Jeasse Greene vice president, and Margaret Rubendell treasurer. Jessie Green and Mabel Rubendalt named as trustees.
The First Marine Raider battalion songs were wax-recorded for the Library of Congress after Tulagi action on August 7. Eight Raider singers led by Tech Sgt Edward Adolph produced fronts praising and discontent themes, with verses about MacArthur, Japs, and home leave, plus notes on the recording crew and cast.
A fragmented column notes socialites and stars in New York venues. Mentions the Duke and Duchess, William Gargan, Bob Hope, Morton Downey, Leon Henderson, Wendell Willkie, George Jessel, Helen Hoskins, Jose Iturbi, Jean Hersholt, Lucy Monroe, Aram Saroyan, Ethel Levey, Evelyn Nesbitt, Harry James, Miriam Hopkins, Helen Hayes, Lily Pons, Andre Kostelanetz, Myrna Loy, Oscar Levant, Margie Hart, Harold L. Ickes, Gloria Vanderbilt, Bruce Cabot, El El Morocco, and Hildegarde.
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