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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1936
Page
4
The Associated Press is exclusively entitled to the use for republication of all news dispatches credited to it or not otherwise credited by this paper, and also the local news published.
The article argues that laboratories, once few in number, now number around 1600 and drive job creation through new uses of existing products and the invention of new ones. It highlights steel as an example where demand shifts from construction to autos and new alloyed products, and notes the chemical industry’s dominance and the infancy of many related fields. It concludes that lab work fuels luxury and convenience production, not just absolute necessities.
The piece quotes J Edgar Hoover condemning politicians as a breed while recounting the capture of William Mahan, noting Hoover would have jailed Alvin Karpis and his gang if not for alleged tips from Cleveland officials, and calling for accountability from elected leaders. It reflects public distrust of politicians amid 1930s crime.
The passage contrasts high minded, scrupulously honest politicians with the grasping men in party machines. It argues most good leaders tolerate graft to stay in office, blaming crooked peers for politics rather than universal corruption, highlighting Hoover’s complaint about nonacting clean officials.
The piece contrasts the Goodyear Zeppelin Eckener-led route with heavier-than-air progress, noting wartime losses and the perilous history of lighter-than-air craft. It cites the Hindenburg as the 129th Zeppelin built since 1900, with only Graf Zeppelin and Los Angeles surviving among many failures and losses.
Mrs. Sara Delano Roosevelt reflects on a life of memories and asserts strong faith in old fashioned parenting. She argues parents should not defer to schools, stating that when children err the parents bear responsibility and must be punished, praising traditional training as essential for child development.
Hollywood observer George Shaffer notes a trend toward frontier and American historical themes in major studios. Westward stories, figures like Buffalo Bill and Washington, and depictions of the revolution dominate, with better artistry and intelligence now guiding American historical cinema.
A fragment discusses Sheriff C A Larson of De Kalb County Illinois noted for a purposeful mustache. It mentions detectives in a crime story magazine describing a murderer who escaped from prison, likened to farm folks in the community.
A scrambled OCR page mixes crossword clues with culinary instructions. It lists many numbered hints and terms like castle in Spain, various fruit and food items, and ends with a trio of dessert recipes including Berry Pudding Banana Short Cake and fruit topping instructions.
An estimated 2,800 4 H members will attend 17 camps from June 1 at Lennox to June 27 at the Cheyenne Agency. Girls will craft leather bracelets while boys perform shop tasks such as weather vane making. Dr Ward Miller of State College leads nature study tours. A W Palm of Huron demonstrates safe driving. camp includes conservation talks, a color review and candle lighting during campfires.
A newly organized potato club led by Harry Svee met at Lloyd Hill's home to name the group the Husky Huskers and plan planting the early Ohio potato. Members discussed tending records, held kittenball, and scheduled a May 10 meeting at Vern Erickson's home resulting in three new members Jane Hill Mae Scotter Mildred Svec joining.
Eight grade pupils Letha Caldow and Elmer Gross have perfect attendance this year. Roger Burnett notes he would match the record except for two days missed last winter. Gross missed only three days in eight years. New student David Hofer joined fifth grade, the school’s only new grade addition. Teacher Mite Lyla Mae Gutzler leads the class.
Troop 4 Boy Scouts held a regular meeting in a church but it was cut short by the graduation exercises. George G Bell spoke on Boy Scout circulars and tickets were distributed by O Ti Hatlestad. Dr. Sherman L Johnson and Rev. D Disrud attended as committee members. The boys then went to the park to play as severe weather forced an early departure. Outdoor activities planned for the month include fishing trips hikes and an overnight camp for instruction.
Miss Davis, superintendent, releases six week lists detailing grade requirements. First and second grades study language notebooks, while third to fifth grades focus on essays about Our Local Community and on a notebook about Youth League activities.
A new 4 H chick club organized at leader Mire Ahred Kelley’s home with no name yet. Will be named at the next meeting. Mr Ladd the county agent led the session with a talk on poultry and club work. Officers elected include Viola Jaeger president Evelyn Davis vice president Clarence Hoter secretary treasurer. Laurel Schroder was named delegate to the state convention. Ardele Johnson attended salons with County Superintendent Orla Knudeon of De Smet. Florence Gutemer chosen by the Pull Together League of Sunnyside School for the group’s activities.
Scouts meet at 4:09 to discuss selling items for the Scout Circus. Louise and Tena coordinate the plan with boys to raise funds and organize stalls. Marvin Fumck mentioned for arrangement.
A damaged OCR recipe item outlines a peach pudding with dried peaches sugar flour milk and fat, plus almond extract and baking powder. It describes creaming fat and sugar, adding egg and milk, then dry ingredients, mixing in fruit and jam, steam or bake until thick batter, then serve with meringue or whipped cream and pineapple upside down.
J W Parmley leader of the state development league issued a postponement notice after broad state discussions on a road tax. Automobile dealers reported strong enthusiasm with towns signing up many cars for an all day run. Osaka aviator Win Smith visiting Huron was mobbed and admitted to hospital after late start. Aberdeen Elks prepare for state convention with special train June 1 to 8. Huron to host two large events May 34 to 27 and Elks meet June 7 to 8. Titusville notes St Gabriel’s Guild reception for Rev Pigson and wife en route to Huron. A big benefit dance for Hut Tin Baseball tomorrow night seeks large turnout.
May 14 St Lawrence special report notes rural schools expect a large crowd of students and parents for Play Day on Friday. Registration at 9, parade from the school to the city park, school handc will tea the parade. A sports program, school exhibits and play lead to a six man football game to close the day.
Karl E. Mundt will address members of the Commercial Club at their next meeting and dinner to be held at the Legion hall Monday evening. This will be the last monthly dinner meeting.
In Phillips Wisconsin a CCC camp native speaks of slang and hardy camp life. An enrollee mishears a truck driver asking for a cigarette while the men discuss meals and lodging with references to tents mud snow and home comforts amid routine camp chatter.
At a school board meeting Erwin announces new teaching assignments. John H L Lovelace will replace John Schroder as seventh and eighth grade teacher and join the Erwin schools with Windus College training. Esther Vitte will replace Marian Wilson as English instructor and ensemble music director. Wilma Carter resigns from first and second grade to become a junior teacher at Parker.
A three act farce Mountain Mumps will be presented Monday by the senior class with Matrice directing and evening shows, May 14. Miss Marian Wilson is the director.
George Holcomb Bonney born 1858 in Bronson Michigan grew to adulthood in Dysart Iowa. He married Mary Elizabeth Beal February 27 1884 and moved to Floyd Township Dakota Territory to homestead. He died May 6 at 78 after 52 years of tenure in the area. Survived by wife eight children, sisters and brothers.
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