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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1932
Page
4
A state urged residents to plant extensive home and community gardens to rebuild self sufficiency after a harsh winter. The Red Cross beacons withdrawal from relief, and Beadle County pledges support with seed aid, schools, parks and local media launching contests and guidance to grow vegetables.
Governor Green presents a bold opening address amid tough days and heavy problems. Supporters praise his prudence while critics question urgency and vision as he outlines campaign priorities.
The speaker argues the Supreme Court opinion blocks relief legislation and urges drastic curtailments as tax receipts fall. A legislative session is needed to cut boards and costly public services, with figures from auditor Dunn as a guide, criticizing Governor Green for not recognizing the financial crisis and calling for earlier action.
Beadle County expects 79162 from three rail lines this year as railways, seen as good taxpayers, set reserves for taxes. Officials note rail lines have sacrificed revenues to support drought areas while contributing large tax sums, urging public support and patronage to help railways endure financial strain.
A Star Washington analysis argues that private interest groups nationwide resist federal spending cuts and shape appropriation bills. Congress acts as a registering machine for these groups, with congressmen pressured by loud demands while public input is weak.
L Mencken argues that a sober mood and thrift will restore national wealth. He contrasts optimism with utopian fantasies and urges Americans to reject wasteful, bogus values. He believes real progress comes from hard work, caution, and moderation.
The article cites Rupert Martin of the Boy Scouts International Bureau on the appeal of camping for character building. It notes Lord Baden-Powell's genius in shaping scouting and describes diverse tent designs from Scandinavia to Czechoslovakia, emphasizing self reliance and improvised gear.
Mavis Peterson of the Willing Six league at Wayside school Manchester township Kingsbury county won first in the grammar division of the Kingsbury county bicentennial declamatory and essay contest held at Lake Preston high school on March 19. About six entered. Winners advance to Webster on April 27 to compete with other counties. Other division winners include Esther Garlock first in Primary and Nellie Bchanck first in Intermediate.
Louisville residents establish a family 4-H club led by Lewis Amelang. Max Amelang serves as president with Leslie as vice president Leona secretary and Merle reporter. Lucille and Laurence join as members. The group centers on a gardening project.
Huron Boy Scouts Troop 3, led by Dr. George Wilcox, adopts a buddy system to pair each scout by equal rank for safety during swimming and activities. The troop, hosting demonstrations by Black Bears and Flaming Arrows, elected Keith Conner as troop scribe and welcomed guests from Troop 5.
A Yale school preliminary speaking contest held Monday afternoon March 21 named top students for district competition to be at Yale Community Church. Judges were Mrs. Ted Kuehl Miss Stirer and Mrs. H. H. Moor. First place winners Delores Gross and Lyren Musale Catherine Deitchenberg Loretta Hintz Hilda Haeder Audrey Ford and Lloyd Musolf advance.
The Willing Workers 4 H club of Spink county led by Mrs. O N Radcliffe met at Mrs. William Willett home. All members answered roll call and Vera Radcliffe demonstrated linen. The next meeting is at Jaret Richards home on April 9 with lunch served.
Tulare high school sophomore class hosted a St Patrick Day party at the Ray Schultze home last week. Students wore shamrocks, the guests split into two groups, and Glenn Marzahn won a prize. The entertainment committee led by Trewhella Wieting and Cecil Binger organized a clever program. Dorothy Simon noted the event. Refreshments were provided by a new committee at the end.
Highmore Troop M held a court of honor led by Fred C. Eggers with W. G. McLaughlin Bert Ray J. G. Ryan T. Tomter and FR. S. Taylor present. Adolph Leffler Star Scout earned merit badges in personal health public health music and handcraft. Douglas Rar and Lloyd Lindstrom first class vocals received merit badges in person.
The article lists many puzzle clues and answers, then reports a Boy Scout troop meeting at the scout headquarters. Plans include inviting neighboring towns to an art indoor rally on April 6 and buying a troop bugle. Indall remains scoutmaster. health updates and several members’ travel and visits are noted.
A spring conference is slated at the Washington school with goals of 10 percent attendance. Clubs from Wessington Miller Wayland Hitchcock and Huron will report on service work while optional acts include songs stunts camp skits plays and a talk by Mrs Keck.
Wamblee Chanka Troop 4 met at the American Lutheran Church Tuesday evening with Huron and Mathoeski patrols engaging in nature study and badge work. Danteskinja and Swastika patrolled on second class signaling as Virginia Avery and Geraldine Van Dyke earned their Girl Scout pins. A party was planned for April 1 with the meeting closing in song.
Kellogg Keen Workers 4 H club of Beadle county makes dresses under Mae Presuhn as reporter. March 19 meeting at the Meyer home discussed colors and patterns. Marion Gogelin moved away and Mae Presuhn elected reporter. Hostess served cake and ice cream. Next meeting April 2 at the Quiram home. Mrs S H Taylor is local leader.
Twenty years ago in Huron a flurry of small hometown movements surfaces. Mrs. Sarah Coyne left for Minneapolis to visit her son Ray. Mrs. Ackerman departed for Bruce after two months with her son E C Ackerman. B L Styer and family returned from Aberdeen after a weekend visit. J Wilson headed out for a month on a business trip. Miss Wilda Graden went to Omaha for a city visit. Dr Van Dalsem notes a birth, a daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. J E Kent. Mrs C C Sasanhuth returned from Rochester Minnesota after eye treatment repairs.
The extension division unveils a short time garden project for extension club members and any woman in town or country. Two plans cover a city plot and a half acre garden with flexibility for individuals. Demonstrations on weed control and cultivation will be led by Brookings scientists, with literature available. Home canning classes follow gardening instruction to reduce waste. The goal is ten workers per county and ongoing activity through summer. The Armour Packing company buys livestock valued at $10 000 000 yearly in South Dakota, boosting local markets.
Luella Meyer and two Burr Oak school pupils placed at Virgil in the primary division declamatory contest. Amanda Meyer, secretary of the Burr Oak district No. 1 school, notes the result.
Lakotah Troop 1 met Tuesday evening at 7 at the Congregational church. They planned a Saturday hike and a play to raise funds to send members to camp this summer.
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