Rail service cuts spark debate along Sioux Falls Watertown line
The Great Northern threat to end passenger trains between Sioux Falls and Watertown prompts regional alarm. The Hayti Herald-Enterprise argues the impact would extend beyond travel, disrupting mail, business, express service, and daily life while urging railroads to balance profitability with public needs amid rising costs and competition from buses and trucks.
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Great Northern Railroad
Sioux Falls
Watertown
Hayti Herald-Enterprise
Herald-Enterprise
Johnson Reveals Non Reelection After Eighth Term
Royal C. Johnson, second district congressman, announces he will not seek another term. The letter notes his eight terms in Congress and discusses seniority based committee assignments. It highlights Johnson's Washington experience and accessibility to connect with committee chairs for South Dakotans.
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Royal C. Johnson
Johnson
Congress
Middle-West
Washington
Johnson of Indiana retires from public life after long service
The article lauds Representative Johnson for his advocacy for ex service men and unemployment and old age pensions. It notes his intention to retire, though he sought re election at the urging of friends among veterans, sacrificing personal gain for duty. It mentions widespread support and wishes him success.
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Johnson
Music appreciation urged as radio lessons grow
Broadcast sponsors propose skillfully prepared music lessons to deepen listener understanding of high quality programs. They argue great music is readily heard but not sufficiently studied, noting South Dakota’s musical heritage and local musicians who may benefit from increased public engagement.
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South Dakota
Broadcasting Company
Nevada sideshow of gambling and divorce sparks backlash
An editorial condemns Nevada for relaxing residency for divorce and legalizing gambling. It argues such moves threaten federalism, warns other states may push uniform laws, and predicts a clash over states rights and autonomy amid a potential nationwide shift.
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Navada
Commonwealths
Theer
Steeprire
Nevada
Monaco
America
Meena
One Man or Many New York World Telegram
A playful column contrasts a millionaire’s limits with the need for jobs and goods. It notes wealth allows many luxuries but cannot directly create sufficient employment or food for all, implying societal balance between riches and real economic needs. The piece hints at broader economic questions in a humorous tone.
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New York World-Telegram
Scouts Present Thrilling Show at Ak-Sar-Ben Coliseum Omaha
More than two thousand Boy Scouts and troop captains from 9 area troops staged a dramatic opening at the Ak-Sar-Ben Coliseum in Omaha. Walter W. Head, national president of the Boy Scouts of America, led the oath renewal as life-size camp scenes, firemanship demonstrations, and daring rope climbs wowed the crowd of over 3,900. A two-story tarpaper house fire, fire truck and ambulance rescues, and a 12-person escape into nets highlighted the spectacle along with a chariot race and a model aerial circus built by Scouts from Omaha and St. Louis. The program featured a model camp, first aid demonstration, engineering projects, and a "Boys Will Be Boys" pageant.
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Ak-Sar-Ben Coliseum
Omaha
Walter W. Head
Chicago
Scouts
Boy Scouts of America
Boy Scouts
Fred Smith
E. F. Ahoest
Bhew
Joseph
Carl Ehrhardt
St. Louis
John W. Taylor
Noahsark
Arlo M. Dunn
Scouts Plant Trees for Merit Badge in Conservation Week
Girl Scouts nationwide undertake tree planting as a merit badge requirement. Camp Edith Macy trains girls in conservation during their studies, teaching how trees aid humankind and how to perform first aid to trees facing danger from accidents or attacks.
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Edith Macy
Natonal
Bristoll@ Man
Clark County 4-H to Fund Washington Camp Trip
Averil Beller of Clark county 4-H will join three peers Earl Simantel Kenneth Anderson and Lillian Greenwood as delegates to the National Club Camp in June in Washington. To raise funds four clubs plan an On to Washington Booster Week from April 25 to 29 with members volunteering to cover travel and camp costs.
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Washington
DB. C
Clark County
Averil Beller
South Dakota
Earl Simantel
Beadle County
Kenneth Anderson
Lincoln County
Lillian Greenwood
Hughes County
Averil
4-H Crops Clubs Open For South Dakota Youth
4-H Crops clubs invite farm boys and girls ages 10 to 30 in South Dakota to enroll by May 11. Each club requires at least five members and a local leader. Members learn corn and potato culture, use pure seed, and keep records. Prizes include nearly 280 at the State Fair and 150 at the state crop show alongside special prizes and a gold watch for top corn exhibitors. Free trips to junior short course are offered for top performers.
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South Dakota
R. E Johnston
Extension Agronomist
State College
Eiang
Johnston
Washington, D. C
Corn Club
Continental Agricultural Service
Richland Boosters Debate At Richland Baby Park Club
A March 3 meeting at Culver school featured a Richland Baby Park club debate on whether any boy has more advantages than a country boy. Edmund Martin Charles Michael and John Michael argued the proposition while Joy Lind Frank Tuttl and Maynard Sweet led the opposing team.
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Richland Boosters
Richland Baby Park Club
Culver School
Edmund Martin
Charles Michael
John Michael
Joy Lind
Frank Tuttl
Maynard Sweet
Pune
Tle
Holand Leonhardt
BR. A
Cave
James Fuller
Wessington Pupils To Present Two Operettas
Wessington’s grade school will stage two operettas at the community hall on Wednesday evening, April 2. Goldilocks and the Three Bears features Afinil Pierson, Harold Sorenson, Connie Coop, Kilie Bear, Billy Bear, while The Kitchen Clock includes Night Lady Adrienne Scotchbrook and other children with Harold Sorenson and Wins Body Bingaman directing the productions.
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Wessington
Rane Wehool
Goldilocks
the Three Bears
Avecil Pierson
Great Big Sear
Harold Sorenson
Connie Coop
Kylle Bear
Billy Bear
Girls Outnumber Boys In School Report Says
In Biook Falls Mer reports that girls are more attracted to high school subjects, signaling shifting student interest patterns with increased female enrollment noted in local schools.
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Biook Falls
Mer
Open Forum on Voltaire and Colorado Springs Union Printers Home
A Colorado Springs Union Printers piece extols the Union Printers Home near the city, describing granite construction, hospital care for veterans, extensive facilities, libraries, dining, and entertainment. It highlights proximity to Manitou and Pike's Peak, and recalls notable aging printers and social life within the home.
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AA Union
Tone
Colorado Springs
Calo
Huron
Union
Pike's Peak
Manitou J
Seven Falls
Cheyenne Mountain
Broadmere
Stratton Park
Cheyenne Canyon
Bourid
Iome
Anexes
Wathering
Tug Bugs Bowers
William T
Sackerihow
Joe Brown
Den
Tew
Tommy Mariman
Gayasé
Minstrel Shows Brighten The Long Winter At Home
Residents and staff at the Printers Home enjoy weekly motion pictures and occasional concerts by Colorado Springs and DB Flame talent. John H. directs home productions, with Hart’s fund and versatility shining in an old time minstrel show staged March 5 before a record crowd. Supt. James McCoy and Mrs. McCoy oversee care, health, and morale for every resident in a trusted, well run institution.
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Feee
Colorado Springs
DB Flame
John H
Brother Hart
Assembly Hall
James McCoy
McCoy
Debunking South Dakota Wealth Claims in Open Forum
In an open letter from Huron South Dakota, the writer challenges a claim that South Dakotans own wealth per capita of 4964, arguing it misstates money in circulation versus bank credit. He explains how national debt, bank deposits, and credit money inflate apparent wealth while real circulation remains limited, predicting rising debt and bankruptcies if a credit-driven system continues.
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South Dakota
United States
South
New York
Washington
Coolidge
Frank Ave
Eases
Huron
S. Ook
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Mk Fer
Lusk Mutchell Newspapers, Inc
SIN
Omaha World-Herald
Wenlem
Chief
Clark Club
Voltaire
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