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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1931
Page
4
In America on the Saturday before Memorial day May 28 the poppy will be worn in tribute to World War I dead. The American Legion auxiliary will distribute poppies for donations to aid disabled veterans and families, with all proceeds staying in the local community.
Observers warn that an increasing squirrel population in Huron threatens bird life. Birds eat insects and aid trees. squirrels eat eggs and displace feathered species. An old ordinance protected squirrels. now a review seeks damage reports to decide on thinning. Citizens with evidence should call E. J. Calendine of the Izaak Walton League.
Central South Dakota watches C S Harrison's proposal for farm relief as a long-term goal. A preliminary study highlights a domestic wheat market shift and a need to trim production to a new pattern. Harrison calls the wheat situation an emergency and seeks public opinion to pressure Congress.
A Hand County farmer comments on Mr. Harrison's proposal for government price fixing and federal regulation of grain buying. He notes the surplus would accumulate in farmers yards, prompting reduced production, while acknowledging the plan could gain traction as an emergency measure before farmer organization is ready. The debate highlights tensions between private enterprise and federal intervention amid today’s wheat situation.
A cautionary column warns graduates and teachers about agents who promise teaching jobs for upfront fees. It urges verification with the Huron Chamber of Commerce and notes false course endorsements by unscrupulous salesmen. The piece asks readers to report suspicious school job or correspondence course agents.
PRESS COMMENT argues that conditions will improve when Americans apply themselves and act decisively. It cites Mr. Mellon and Mrs. Hoover, faulting taxes and diplomacy, while stressing individual initiative and the limits of government in restoring prosperity. It notes Americans must lead the recovery with courage and self-reliance.
The Alexandria Herald argues that South Dakota’s rising tourist appeal will drive permanent migration, with civic groups publishing booklets to showcase lakes and prairies. It cautions against overvaluing tourism as a mere economic asset and criticizes A C Townley for past farm league schemes, urging skepticism about revival.
Albert Hintermeister of Gable school in Beadle County earned a free trip to the C. L. convention in Pierre South Dakota. He describes a fast paced tour of historic sites the capitol and museum visits and a key speech by state officials. The journey included a visit to Ft Pierre the Verendrye plate planting and a banquet. He thanks local supporters and praises the Evening Huronite for helping make the trip possible.
The Bonilla Jolly-Workers 4H club held a Mother's day program at the town hall on Saturday afternoon. Contests preceded the main program with Esther Walton welcoming the group. Performances included a club song, readings by Erdine Winegar Madonna Millae Audrey Peteriaan Fern Bales and a play Educating Gertrude. After the program, refreshments featured green and white club colors with four leaf clover shaped treats. About thirty attended.
Wayland reserves to hold social activities after a Thursday meeting led by reporter Dorothy Ravenscroft. Plans include a hike tonight at advisor Mrs Gladys Lloyds home a birthday party Sunday at Gladys Lily s home and a hike to St Lawrence grove by Meg Ten members and two visitors attended with the next meeting set for May 23 at Verlyn Wood s home.
The Beadle county Kellogg township 4H club named Six Whoopee Porkers held its second regular meeting at the Taylor home Friday. Six members answered roll call and discussed the project. Lunch was served by Mrs. Taylor and games were played afterward.
Theo dore Larson of Platte county says 4 H club members will host a special health clinic this year. He notes club work is progressing well and mentions plans to publish, with Ted aiming for college next fall.
The Huron public library invites patrons to explore new travel titles and flags displaying 45 countries. Assistant librarian Margaret Peterson promotes choosing engaging books for journeys from home, with shelves listing works from the Caribbean to Europe Africa Asia and across the United States.
The Dunnehaha wire group met in Wesley Hall on Saturday afternoon May 9. Mrs. F D Abbey, new troop lieutenant, opened with the motto promise and slogan and the group sang America the Beautiful. Patrols and special work divided, Little Sioux hiked and studied second class tests, Bob Opposed Links practiced signaling, Blue Birds discussed birds, Josephine Searles and Creva Brown passed the rope in test, Mrs Searles spoke on Girl Scouts, Mrs O D Dunbar explained home service booklets, then dancing by Mrs Dampner followed, Taps sung and the troop dismissed.
Troop 2 members worked on archery, leathercraft, personal health and basketry merit badges at a May 6 meeting. Saylor, Pasek, Georgaides, Hartwich pursued several badges while others tackled signaling, first aid and nature study. Tenderfoot pins were awarded to Hagedorn, Pugsley and Van Heuvelen as the bugler played Retreat and the flag was retired before dismissal.
Gann Valley Hoy Scout troop, once on the dropped list, reorganized and sought a new charter. Sponsored by Abernathy Post, American Legion, it traces to October 19% under W. E. Lane with troop committee members C. B. Beekman, R. D. Fraser, and R. A. Johnson. Dewey Hall leads as scoutmaster with Burt Wooledge as assistant. Members of troop 38 include Lawrence Abernathy, Glenn Beelman, Sharle Gray, M. C. Hendrickson, Mel Jay Hathaway, Charles Stewart, and Milan Abernathy.
The Pierre council office approved the renewal for Pierre troop 4. Sponsored by First Baptist Church, the troop was chartered in April 1828. Scoutmaster Athen Darnee organized the troop three years ago. Committee members include A L Putman, the Rev RB Holden, and Eugene Prikapis. current members listed are Hubert Corwin Roy Carter Kyle Fossum Kenneth Harte Francie Kantowski Allison Krimbill Carl Krimbill Bert Neiber Walter Neuhoff Harry Rocman Harry Sommer and Gayus Thompson.
Vernon Fuiurgon remains president and Vic presi dent of the Lake Side 4-H Dairy Club at Lake Preston. Milford Kopperyd reports at a meeting held at the Kopperyd home last week. Dale Olson is treasurer and Milford Kopperyd is club reporter.
Pierre May 12 The Capitol building commission approved an annex plan conforming to the state house design. The 68 by 12 foot addition will attach to the existing structure, match exterior stone, and provide 22 512 square feet of new office space. Construction to be funded from current funds, no tax levy.
About 40 4-H club members attended a party given by George Davis former club leader at Yale during the past week according to Joel Greenan Yale Butter Producers. The party included games and lunch served by the hostess and brought together members from four nearby clubs in the Yale area.
Preparations fill the college for commencement week on the fit ten days in June with multiple high class speakers. Five departments will graduate, and the Brookings item notes F C Ohana returning to the Model tailor shop in Huron. The Congregational church state convention gathers at Chamberlain, with locals planning to attend. Several residents arrive or depart from travels to Hitchcock, Palo Alto, Alaska, and Seville bands.
The Best Ever 4 H Sewing club of Beadle county met at Sam Foster’s 715 Minnesota Ave today. No business conducted due to few members present. Evelyn Foster and LOE Pefferkorn served lunch. Special guests included Mrs J D Jensen and daughters Phyllis Corrine. Next meeting set for Mrs F B Gluesing home on Sit Avenue Southwest May 24 with Mrs Stahley in charge.
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