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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1934
Page
4
The piece argues that recent years are a momentary halt between eras. The first great adventure exploited continental resources and fostered self reliance. The 1929 crash ended the get rich quick phase, but the continent remains rich and the American dream persists with renewed determination to move forward.
The article argues U S greatness rests on prosperity and freedom at home not distant empire. It recalls 1898 pride in the Philippines and suggests independence marks a shift away from overseas garrisons toward domestic welfare and happiness for the people.
The speaker argues that the nation will end overseas imperial ventures and focus on domestic rebuilding. He asserts pride in local cities and industries, condemns colonial ventures, and frames the shift as choosing a safer, nearer “front yard” over distant wars.
The editorial urges a lasting solution to recurring water crises for Huron. It favors dredging above the dam or building an auxiliary river dam stored with rainfall relief, noting potential low cost if relief labor is used. City authorities warn of strict conservation if rainfall does not improve in thirty days.
Dr. Jay B. Nash of NYU urges delaying schooling start to age eight and easing it gradually. He proposes more physical education in primary grades and less on reading and geography to reduce eye strain and accelerate overall early progress. The plan aims for stronger development by age ten. A Rapid City Chamber of Commerce effort to secure a strethoscope flight promises regional publicity for the Black Hills and state.
A Minneapolis Journal summary notes Mark Graves of New York calls for federal state and local revenue coordination to protect municipal services and school funding. The piece warns rising federal takings may push states toward harmful taxes, reducing funds for local governments and schools.
The piece portrays enigmatic gun molls described as "young, calm and confident" who drive getaway cars for Brooklyn bank robberies. It argues these women play active roles in gang crimes, challenging chivalry and norms while undermining law and justice with their feared efficiency.
De Smet News notes farmers pay high feed prices and substitute wheat for corn, hoping government action will stabilize prices and bring corn to a more affordable level, avoiding costly feed shortages.
Washington May 17 Several congressmen clash over Clerk Erk who writes to voters seeking reelection to his old House seat lost in 1932 by 140 votes. The piece notes the reward of government perks if elected and discusses NRA code and NRAB debates, plus upcoming whiskey labeling rules.
Beadle County Feed Committee announces Amber cane seed arriving in Huron priced at 2.60 per hundred pounds. Charles Worrall says seed from Kansas City tests 87 percent germination and is sold at cost plus handling charges with pro rata refunds if any leftovers remain.
Twenty years ago in Huron the college of music announced Elsie Clark the pianist and Ruth Miner the soprano would headline a graduating recital tonight at the college. A late flash reports the marriage of Francis Henry Dwyer to Martina Emiline Schoenert at St Paul s in Winona with Rev George S Keller officiating. The couple plans a brief stay in the Twin Cities before returning to 95 Fifth Street Huron. Carl Weir returned from Chicago after attending a New York Life Insurance central office meeting. Mrs Werner Feige of Woonsocket is visiting her sister Mrs J A Sauer. Archie Crowell spent yesterday in Roqueis visiting home.
Groton high school announces honor students for the year listing valedictorian Wands Perrton and salutatorian Arthur Pan along with Lois Van Nildred Flint Rachael Haire and Vitel Mey as honorees.
A mixed set of labeled clues and answers appears, including numeric indices and phrases such as Crooked tree Frost bite and Giant king of Bashan. The vertical and horizontal entries suggest a crossword style puzzle with themed terms and obscure definitions.
Analysis of a bill on congressmen’s loans and the Glass administration clash over stock market control. Liberals push FTC dominance, promoting potential NRA transfer and Wall Street influence. Notes mention a Dacrow report and a weather bureau leadership idea amid drought concerns.
A group gathering at the Williams home appointed three trustees Don Rock C H Williams and Mrs Fey Thompson to supervise the churchs legal procedures. The Methodist building progresses with windows replaced and interior redecorating underway. Officials hope occupancy by the first Sunday in June for special Children’s Day services.
Miss El ying Peterson, a Forestburg public school teacher, was honored as a June bride at a Tuscellaneous shower hosted by Miss Helen Peterson. About twenty guests attended at the Peterson home, presenting gifts arranged in a large basket centerpiece.
World traveler and lecturer Gerla Canova addressed the regular meeting of the Men's Fellowship on Monday evening. About forty men attended the session at the H. H. Jemison home as part of the May 17 event.
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