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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1942
Page
4
Robert D. Lusk editor and publisher announces post office classification as second class. Subscription rates in Huron by carrier are 20c per week and 6.00 per year by mail. Rates for South Dakota by carrier and elsewhere by mail vary, with monthly and annual options listed, including 60c per month and 5.00 yearly.
M Q Sharpe born January 11 1868 in Marysville Kansas will become South Dakota's governor next January. Quiet lawyerly figure with a long public career including attorney general 1928 32 and investigations into rural credits. He has held multiple directorships and interests in Missouri River power and manganese development.
The report notes a sweeping Republican victory in Tuesday elections and signals a spectrum of interpretations. Former President Herbert Hoover said enemies would find no comfort in the results, arguing the nation favored a stronger prosecution of the war, while domestic dissatisfaction with the war effort fueled protests against the current administration's handling.
The article discusses the 1940 election results, noting a Republican victory amid a national crisis. Voters' motives include anti New Deal sentiment, partisanship, and wartime concerns. It emphasizes the need for restraint, unity, and cautious interpretation of the outcome until winners prove their wisdom through actions. Only after they act can full conclusions be drawn.
Ruth Milleti details a young wife’s train journey to visit her husband in an Army camp. The visit opens her eyes to the sacrifices of soldiers and the loneliness behind military life. She gains courage to stay home and continue her job without self pity, recognizing her husband’s tougher burden.
The text presents fragmented quotations from Wendell Willkie and Steve Sumner Welles about U S war aid and commitments, plus a Greek independence sentiment. It references Greece, U S defense shipments, and remarks on international standing within a dated wartime context.
A guest editorial argues civilians should not run the war yet can press for accountability through constructive criticism. It cites Pearl Harbor, Navy and Army practices, and the need for informed public prodding, noting Admiral Sims and Billy Mitchell as examples and praising Guadalcanal coverage for morale.
Raymond Clapper outlines the War Production Board’s new controlled materials plan aimed at halting over ordering and balancing needs. Steel, copper, and aluminum will be allocated through a WPB board, ending competitive buying and enforcing stricter limits. The policy covers 70 to 90 percent of U S industrial output and signals drastic cuts, with civilian use tightly restricted to essential services and repairs.
The Huron High School Pep Band will perform in the minstrel show Dark Town Follies next Monday in the high school auditorium. The voluntary ensemble will provide music for assemblies rallies and out of town games with pieces such as Bit Boand March. Alexander Miss Ter will offer piano for the band chorus and remarks touch on government cooperation for wartime aims.
Elk Point business leaders rally for community aid in November. A special feature highlights the Commercial Club and local merchants peeling back coats to show support, signaling stronger business ties and civic effort in Elk Point.
A Yale birthday event honored LaVonne on the eve of Tuesday with a special gathering hosted by Mre J. P. Gross. The celebration marked a tenth milestone with friends and officials attending in formal tribute.
The Broadway bulletin lists Ann Sheridan dating John Nfton and other show business rumors. Margaret Lindsay may join WAAC, Fanny Brice and John Conte cancel wedding plans, Eve Curie may join Free French forces, Ruth Lowe on elopement, Raft denied enlistment, and more industry chatter from New York to Hollywood, including contracts, marriages, and roving romances.
Harvey C. Jewett Republican national committeeman for South Dakota said the party and candidates are gratified by the election and thanked the people of South Dakota. He urged unified effort toward victory in the war and peace that will follow. He also expresses appreciation for tickets to the Shrine Circus from local sponsors including Huron Livestock Sale Pavilion Montgomer y Ward J Newberrys J C Penney Hotel Marvin Hughitt National Bank and Waibel Hardware.
Grace Episcopal Church will observe Saint Simon and Saint Jude with Holy Communion at 10 a.m. in the Parish House.
Beadle County agent Leonard L. Ladd says soft corn can safely feed hogs and cattle if not rotten or moldy, though it has lower feed value than mature corn. Cattle are more prone to digestive issues, so hogs may tolerate soft corn better. do not feed to horses. Trials show dry matter near mature corn when quality is good, but per acre yield is lower due to reduced dry matter.
The American Legion Auxiliary met at Mrs. Ruth Danielson's home in ST LAWRENCE on Tuesday. Plans were made for the annual Armistice Day lunch. Lunch was served at the close of the afternoon.
Fragmented OCR style quiz hints a list of crossword style clues with scattered entries. The readable bits mention Warren as a general’s son, various numbered clues like 22 Central, 39 Downy, 47 Tavedtege, and terms such as notary public and archfiend. The piece reads like puzzle fill material rather than a coherent news item.
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