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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1936
Page
4
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The passage envisions a newspaper that reports truthfully and fairly, without fear or favor, guiding leadership toward improvement. It values open forum, determines public battle with fairness, and aims to inform, entertain, and brighten readers' lives while accepting responsibility for today’s influence on tomorrow.
The piece argues that Jeffersonian democracy is unattainable in modern America. It notes the nation’s industrial growth, urbanization, and debt, and contends neither side can restore Jefferson’s agrarian dream. The author labels the campaign as a grand sham and urges focus on real issues.
A Maine shore town features gleaming white Quoddy houses valued at a million dollars, built to accommodate workers for the tidal power project. The article notes the lavish interiors and the curiosity of a project whose ultimate utility seems unclear amid boastful praise of federal spending.
The author condemns government housing schemes that displace slum dwellers while praising Quoddy for its well built yet unused homes. He compares modern planning to Roman builders, arguing nations often misallocate resources in pursuit of perfect but impractical urban ideals.
The president has invited industrial leaders to advise on speeding up industries like railroading and housing. The unemployment problem drives the need for action, with a stark choice between government aid or industry absorption. Big business should engage in Washington, though its future vote remains separate.
A national survey by William F. P. Ogburn, University of Chicago sociology professor, shows marriages deferred in lean years are being solemnized again. The higher marriage rate brings a rising birth rate and new commercial activity from young couples, signaling a welcome return to normalcy after five years of postponements.
The piece argues against anti reciprocity talk, citing Business Week figures: U S exports to Haiti up 23 percent, Sweden 14 percent, Brazil 9 percent, Cuba 136 percent, Belgium 2 percent, Canada 10 percent. It contends increased exports signal broader farm product sales abroad and a wider farmer market.
The T A Harmon family of Springfield plans a memorial fund in honor of Dr T A Harmon late president of Springsfield Normal to assist deserving South Dakota students in completing college. Mrs Harmon and family aim to carry out the plan with public support, aiding those who must work to finance an education and improve access to higher education.
The Philadelphia Record notes anti-Olympic sentiment opposing Berlin Games citing Olympic ideals of goodwill. It cites General Charles H. Sherrill’s rumored Fascist ties and Mussolini greetings, and references a 50th anniversary edition praise for The Huronite, highlighting its community service and state-wide reach in South Dakota and the Northwest.
Arlene Zeeck and five others from Timm School describe a field trip to Pierre for the CLC convention. They visited the capitol, Fort Pierre, and the Governor Berry talk. Highlights include the YC S painting gift, Indian School Band performances, and the Verendty lead plate at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Building.
4-H members from Sully gathered Saturday at the Onida school gym for Rally Day with weather favorable for activities. District Club Leader Jerome Oleson directed forenoon games, followed by a picnic lunch. Afternoon sessions, led by home agent Mrs. Emily Parker, featured an organizational meeting and talks by Oleson and County Agent A. J. Norgaard, ending with songs and performances by club members. Cleo Eller of Onida was elected county president, Feryl Parlin of Harrold as vice president, and Russel Green of Okoboji as secretary-treasurer.
The Live Wire Sheep Club in its tenth regular meeting at A. C. Allen's Lake home on May 23 was called to order by president Duane Butte. Omem beta and others were present. Members turned in emblems, played kittenball, and enjoyed lunch. The next meeting is slated for the afternoon in June at Bowen.
Merlin O'Brien recounts a joint industrial tour with Johnson Fairfield and Clyde schools visiting Huron area sites. They toured packing and power plants, a library, bottling works, bakery and dairy, plus a stop at an airport. The group saw 450 sheep at the sheep building and noted a diesel engine in the power plant. The day impressed the students, especially the power plant sight.
Spink County Ball Dodgers Club held its monthly meeting at Robert MacCone home Saturday with district H club leader Mr. Olsen in charge. Officers named were Clark McCone president Bruce McNeil secretary and treasurer Jean Kinchloe Jerry Kinchloe Gaylord Schultz Gilbert Schultz and Delmer Schultz reporter. A demonstration on Fitting and Showing for the show ring was presented by Clark McCone. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Robert McCone.
The 4-H Club met at Tone Hills home Sunday afternoon to plan invitation dances to be held at Wheeler's Matt May 29. Various committees were appointed and refreshments were served by Mrs. I. H. Hill.
Seven Broadland Scout members plus adults drove to James River on May 2 for a fishing hike. Poor luck left the group to boil down to pancakes and a quick return so the boys could attend church Sunday. Carol Knouse, 11, a Southeast Banner No. 4 School pupil, contributed the account describing the lunch and outing.
Redfield May 1 special report on the senior class graduation sermon at the high school. The Rev. Livya M. Strand delivered inspiration, with scripture by Rev. J. A. Rovh and sermon by Rev. R. M. Miller. High school orchestra performed, and the a cappella choir sang Beau Met Savior. A cross on car windshields warned Berlin drivers to drive carefully after frequent accidents.
A fragmented OCR puzzle references a prodigy who sang in Vienna as a child and grew into a famed Prima Donna. The clues mix names, objects, and places like Laln, Assumed, Gunlock, and Vienna, hinting at a historical operatic figure and a long biographical thread.
Paul Mallon analyzes a Republican delegate line-up with estimates showing Landon needing coalitions with Hilles Roraback or Knox to reach the nomination. He notes inside deals and past conventions at Kansas City and Chicago shape current expectations, with Japan and domestic policy also touched on amid uncertainty.
Twenty years ago in Huron the local baseball team faced the De Sineanare squad at the athletic park with a listed batting order. Mr. and Mrs. Irons debut their first dance in the new pavilion at Third and Timois this evening at 2. Mrs. Martin plans to leave Huron for Bismarck ND where he will become school superintendent. Mrs. and Miss Martin have lived in Huron four years. Mrs. W N Farmer hosted a pink luncheon for the senior Wednesday club at 87 California Avenue. Mrs. Vircinta Moody attended as a guest. Mrs. E B Dimmeen won the prize vase. Miss Mae Van Camp departs for Detroit MN for summer vacation.
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