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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1937
Page
4
Thanksgiving edition reprints Florence Muriel Beckwith's poem With Bowed Head. The verse traces a hospital scene of suffering and gratitude, ending with a hopeful note of healing and homecoming for Thanksgiving.
Mixed Congress views on war echo public desire for peace yet fear loss of control. Senators LaFollette and Capper push constitutional amendments to require nationwide referendums before any declaration of war, with invasion as only exception. The piece argues presidents can steer U S into war and Congress can misalign with voters, urging voter restraint.
Fragmentary editorial voice argues for immediate action to grant Americans the right to decide whether to send armies overseas. The piece warns that the danger of a new world war grows and urges launching the machinery to allow a public vote. It references two bills and calls for early action at once.
The federal Maritime Commission argues that air travel will soon rival luxury liners. Flying boats could carry as many passengers as a giant liner for far less cost, enabling a three-planes-a-day ocean service at about $18 million versus a $50 million liner. The commission suggests letting England and France keep the luxury trade if they choose.
The piece argues that Fascism poses a grave threat in Europe, especially France, where secret fortresses and arsenals have been found preparing for a rightist revolution. A hooded secret society is believed to be behind armed plans against the popular front government, a sobering sign of real danger to democracy.
An editorial roundup from various papers examines broader themes in commerce and public policy. It notes open files on real estate markets and merchant information, with commentary on editorial access at a historical library location and newsroom practices.
A New York Times editorial discusses the relief dilemma facing communities and government. It argues for work and support for the unemployable, warns against coercive public hiring, and stresses cooperation between government and private enterprise to balance budgets while preserving human dignity. It cites Mayor La Guardia and Hodson’s reports on relief and unemployment, urging nonpolitical joint action.
Sioux Falls officials and Day County residents react to a convict group from the Sioux Falls penitentiary working at Lily, with concerns over guard coverage and safety. Governor Jensen claims he was not consulted about any transfer or order authorizing convict labor, promising a rapid inquiry into the matter.
A Central South Dakota diary records a Thursday in which deer meat hangs for winter stores and candle making sparks family talk. The writer details blizzards, a longer radio aerial, reflections on broadening interests, and political forecasts including Vandenberg’s lead and FTC price investigations.
Twenty years ago in Huron many small items noted. Mrs R K French of Tracy Minnix visited due to Mr Drinkwater illness. George Graham visited from Gull Lake, Canada after his father's death. James Notestein reports captain’s commission from officers' training course in Shelling. an eleven pound boy born to Mr and Mrs Harry Williams at 3 Utah Street. T J Raleigh from Atlantic IA arrives to run Fairmont Creamery office. Herbert Bailey plans an attractive music recital at Huron College gym next evening at 8:15 with Irene Deming Rayburn as accompanist. Lincol Elementary PTA backs savings scheme for thrift education. RE Cone of Jinan Malley Bank as principal speaker.
Fragmentary text shows an unclear report about a cave operation and hired workmen. No clear names, dates, places, or outcomes are readable to establish a coherent event or person.
Ottawa reports Morrell & Co. packers posted an operating loss around 700000 for the year ending Oct 30 diminish dividends on stock were halted last summer. President T Henry Yester said this is the first year with no profit since 1911 and expects temporary hardship to pass with bumper crop and hog supply growth. The Morrell Company operates in Columbus Town Sioux Topeka.
A crossword style puzzle lists multiple across and down clues about a Thanksgiving bird, its flesh, related parts and related terms. The theme centers on a favored fowl and surrounding associated words, spanning anatomy, actions, and regional terms.
One hundred million voters are expected to participate in the Soviet Union's first parliament election to be conducted under universal direct suffrage and secret ballot. About 170 million people across 18 years and older will be eligible, with heavy penalties for interference and forgery. The vote will form 563 deputies to the Council of the Union and 574 to the Council of Nationalities, with additional representation in local soviets and governing bodies.
A reader reflects on building the town’s future through work and taxes. He cites Uncle Sam’s help, stresses the need for provision of work, and argues citizens must act now to avoid starvation and economic decline. The message favors practical steps over passivity to sustain the city through spring and beyond.
Frank Hoey and son Charles of Arlington visited the Sanford Madsen and Nels Madsen Jr. homes in Carpenter. Mr Hoey traveled to see his brother Ed Hoey who has been bedbound since last May.
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