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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1929
Page
5
The James River rose Monday to 11.9 feet above zero on the government gauge, a new high for the year. Weak northward sea flow prompted limited blasting near bridges to aid ice movement, with dynamite set above the Great Northern crossing. Observers expect the level to cap near 15 feet this spring, if it reaches that mark.
Envoy Walter Jeffries of Minneapolis arrives in Huron to conduct special services for one week starting today. A talented musician, he will lead the Salvation Army meetings each evening during his stay, with other speakers on the program.
Flood survivors begin returning as funds for relief grow. Montgomery has raised 26000 of 78000 proposed with city council contributing 5008 toward a 50000 drive led by two Tampa newspapers and a radio station. Red Cross leads relief fund campaign while Antitoxins arrive and Salvation Army calls for clothing for refugees. Waters recede except at Alabama river areas. Coast guard vessels assist flood victims and Pensacola naval air station aids other districts. Death toll stands at 20 as Mississippi levee concerns persist.
The text argues against state interference and favors private initiative, criticizing many regulatory steps as unnecessary. It mentions forming associations for alfalfa seed and questions a state board’s role, noting that such authority could apply to any manufacturing activity. The passage ends with a note on Mr Griebs appointment.
The Ned Cross opened a first aid course with 19 enrolled in the chamber of commerce underscoring basic bandage principles. Dr. W H Sexton instructed and the next session will cover fractures dislocations and sprains. Enrollment remains open for Monday evenings at 7 30 with leaders from YWCA Girl Scouts and local organizations among the roster.
The Corn Belt federation convened to attack the present tariff system and discuss the McNary Haugen bill. Delegates urged open debate on agricultural legislation and proposed two committees to study tariff impact with farm groups from the south and east.
Bancroft held a declamatory contest with Beth Proper winning the Fra tic Section for Elizabeth Ted Rabenburg uniquely entered in the oratorical division with What Think Ye of Christ and Ruby Brooks taking the humorous section for China Bute Eyes. Superintendent Tostlebe of Wittow Lake judged the event. The three winners will represent Bancroft at the district meet in DeSmet on March 22.
The Fifteenth Welsh choir of 14 voices under Prof Tom Morgan and accompanist Prof Emlyn Jones performs at Huron College Auditorium on Tuesday April 23. Touring their third US Canada tour they present part songs quartets duets and solos. the event is sponsored by the Huron College athletic association.
W M Parsons state Y M G A secretary spoke to Florен college men at noon in Sioux Falls urging closer cooperation with the national and world wide student work. He noted South American universities and cities are demanding greater North American student collaboration.
The text argues against a malt tax law and licensing of poultry dealers, noting it would impose new government functions without benefiting citizens. It cites a veto by Governor Bulow stating the measure is bad policy and that ample opportunity exists under current state government.
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