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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1940
Page
4
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Evening Huronite quotes a 1939 editorial urging a postwar peace that guarantees American freedom of movement and commerce, employment for citizens, and enduring independence at home and abroad, while stressing the need to maintain such peace.
The Evening Huronite advocates simplifying vote counting by certifying unopposed candidates to automatically win and adds a two shift system to speed tallying. It cites unopposed races in Bradle County and urges lawmakers in Pierre to consider these changes to reduce labor and errors without voting machines.
Rumors say German American Bund members are finding roles in U S defense industries amid fears some may sabotage war production. While not all Bund members are Nazi agents, doubts persist about whether a Hitler loyalist would zealously work on equipment used against a dictatorial regime. Citizens want defense plants staffed by American-loving Americans.
The passage contrasts Ben Franklin’s call for unity with French figures who refuse to hang together during crisis. It notes the Comite des Forges and the Confederation Generale du Travail drawing on harsh reformist and syndicalist stances, failing to back the republic in its hour of need as each faction protects its own group.
The passage laments that the republic has fallen and both organizations bear the blame for failing to unite. It argues that their stubborn separation weakened collective strength and questions what remains for Americans to contemplate in this division.
The United States Army invites inventors to propose a new machine gun under 22 pounds with specified technical features. The program welcomes amateur contributions from basements or garages, implying a national defense role for practical ideas. Also noted are brief asides on Joe Louis and the Bremen, signaling unrelated news snippets.
Ruth Millett argues age does not bar marriage as mature women may appeal to men. She recalls backlash to blunt advice that women over 35 or 40 may need to lower expectations. Millett blames men for valuing youth and urges honest self-assessment to avoid remaining unmarried.
A collection of quotes discusses totalitarian regimes versus individualism in art and society. Notable voices include Count Carlo Sforza, Mrs. John Whitehurst of Baltimore women’s clubs, economist Roger Babson on national spending, W. P. Edmunds on employment fairness, and Lieutenant General Yoshitsugu on relations with Russia.
Berlin reports that German officials approved dog flesh for meals may reflect meat shortages or a plan to kill two birds by salvaging meat. The piece notes Nazi propaganda using dog meat imagery to sway opinion and recalls German horror at dog meat during earlier disinformation.
Washington reports that since July 1 the navy has purchased 130 privately owned vessels, from large merchant ships to yachts and harbor tugs, converting them into transports patrol vessels oilers and mine layers. Ex yachts like Vara and Lotusland are repurposed for naval use, while Hearst’s San Simeon area is noted separately as a training site. The piece also notes the Forstmann Woolen Co training workers for aircraft plant absorption and previews Ottawa talks on provincial debts relief and unemployment aid.
DeWitt MacKenzie argues that Coventry and the Midlands bear a heavier morale burden than London as Britain frames its postwar social security aims. He cites Ernest Bevin’s vow to secure “the community as a whole,” and warns that Luftwaffe bombings test England’s resolve, with Midlands towns facing unique hardships yet crucial strategic value.
About 60 South Dakota life insurance agents are expected to attend the annual convention of the S D Life Underwriters Association in Huron. Sessions start at 10 a m Saturday after registration at 6 a m Friday. Mayor J S Tschetter will welcome, with Arthur Mitchell responding. The Friday banquet features Rev W R Peterson as speaker, with A W Palm as toastmaster. A male quartet of Jerkian Scott Dexter Frank Brown and Maurice to sing. Leo Temmey SD attorney general to speak Saturday morning. adjournment follows Saturday afternoon business.
A puzzle filled page lists clues and answers across horizontal and vertical entries. It references myths, animals, objects, and actions such as a woman of Greek myths, a Capuchin monkey, a box opened to release ills, and various wordplay hints leading to a completed crossword style grid with dates and scattered numbers.
A fragmented quiz item lists three multiple choice questions with options Romania Bulgaria Greece Hungary Rapid City Watertown Mitchell Aberdeen and roles like attorney general governor and food stamp plan director. It ends with instructive lines directing readers to the classified page for answers.
Police Lieutenant Louis Worm of Omaha seeks to recover a missing retriever named Flashes of Life after a bird retrieval mishap. Long distance calls from citizens assisting bond the effort, bringing the cost to about $25.52. The latest inquiry continues the appeal for help.
Green Bay report by Wil-Robert Cline details theft of equipment from a motorboat. Paliv sought the boat’s name. desk sergeant quips “Who Cares” as the exchange unfolds. A peculiar local crime vignette shows the tension between authorities and a puzzling request.
Four Highmore High School contestants took part in the district declamatory contest at Fort Pierre. Dale Rezac performed oratory, Dalton Fogel did dramatic, Shirley Pekarek delivered humor, and Jack Harkness recited poetry. Faculty coaches include Miss Edna Olson, Kenneth Hokum, and John Schwartz.
Readers are offered home sewing patterns for pajamas and a jacket style. Pattern No 8786 features slim tailored lounging wear with a smock like jacket and wide pajama bottoms in flowered flannelette or cotton chambray. Pattern No 8744 covers sizes 12 to 20 with detailed yardage and trim instructions.
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