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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
9
The New York City council ruled that people in swimwear must stay on the beach and not stray beyond 20 feet from shore. Debates highlighted beauty standards as officials criticized exposed bodies and especially targeted older women in bathing attire.
In a clipped exchange Joseph T. Sharkey voices mixed views on bathing suits. He says some people look nice in them while others should be covered, noting strong opinions about attire. The text hints at a local debate about beachwear norms and penalties for lingering in public spaces.
Royal Dale Harris, Seaman Second Class in the U S Navy at Honolulu, writes his mother from Pearl Harbor about Midway and wartime optimism. He recalls Pearl Harbor’s 1941 attack, praises American sailors, notes his upcoming rate as storekeeper 3-D, and expresses desire to return to the States after the war.
The Monday Night Ramblers gathered at Mrs. Eda Leighton home in Alpena with good attendance. Chinese checkers provided entertainment before a served lunch. The next meeting will be at Miss Magdalene Hucther home.
Ten years ago Miss Mary Aberdeen Ketelle hosted a party for twelve girls at 217 Seventh Street Southeast before Miss Wyonne Pederson's upcoming move to California. Guests included Marian Oslund Bernice Hagedorn and others. Also noted are travels of Mr. and Mrs. Schwartz to Milwaukee and Irene Fonsberg's Berkeley summer plans with family.
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