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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1937
Page
2
Market news from across the nation shows indications of steady slaughter demand with prices holding mid to high choice. Markets closed or limited today due to the Columbus Day holiday, affecting early trading and price reporting.
Prices slipped across hogs cattle and sheep in major markets October 12 as hogs at Armour Stock Yards fell 25 to 25 cents, Chicago and Sioux Falls quoted 10 to 15 cent declines with top hogs at 11.30 and 10.50 for lighter weights, while fat lambs and native sheep saw steady to modest gains in scarce supplies.
Chicago and Mitchell markets show hens firm and poultry steady with no egg trade due to recounts. Prices listed for Leghorn hens, springs, ducks, and turkeys. butterfat and butter prices noted. regional quotes from Watertown Sioux City and Sioux Falls include eggs, potatoes, and other produce items with varied weights and grades.
The Huron grain market shows quotes for cereals with No 1 dark northern wheat and No 1 mixed oats while Barley and Rye play minor roles. Prices in dollars and francs vary, with U S dollars trading near 24,6925 francs and franc cents around 3335, reflecting foreign exchange shifts in New York trading.
Rome Oct. 12 Premier Mussolini outlined a four year plan to attain economic autarchy for Italy by 1840 or 1841. The program calls for development under four headings agriculture minerals energy production and building materials with increased credit subsidies and market guarantees. Lantini indicated imports of iron and cement would be reduced as Italian industry expands. Mussolini displayed an artificial rubber tire from Germany as a sign of seeking substitutes for foreign materials.
A South Dakota regional Red Cross conference met at Hotel Marvin Hughitt drawing delegates from at least 20 east river counties. Dr C K Walker presided, with talks by RT Schaeffer Paul Fillmore and D C Millsfield on partnerships safety services and Red Cross in South Dakota. A film at the Huron Theatre preceded lunch with Lions Club. Robert Bondy detailed disaster relief funds and flood work while urging more memberships. Closing sessions featured roll calls and organizational talks from county chapter officials.
A fatally flawed case emerges as a driver, described as a minor, faced exposure after a collision claimed a life in Gilwater Oklahoma. The defense contends tavern operators aren’t liable for employees acts, arguing good faith and lack of knowledge about the defendant's age. The proceeding was slated for a later this month.
Aberdeen October 12 postmaster Gencis Jones reported Farley faced a severe dust storm while traveling west of Aberdeen between Ashton and Melkite. The storm darkened the sun, forcing a stop as visibility collapsed. Farley declined comment on a cabinet resignation story, citing a public announcement forthcoming.
South Dakota crop outlook shows barley rising while corn oats and spring wheat drop from earlier estimates. Government statistician Jones reports 1937 corn crop at 47,325,009 bushels, well below 1923-32 averages but higher than recent years. Barley yields average 13.7 bushels per acre totaling 30,674,000 bushels, with oats 26,603,000 bushels and durum 3,906,000 bushels. Grasshopper and drought impacted efforts yet some crops matured ahead of difficulties.
Indianapolis on October 12 faced a milk disruption as union leaders demanded revocation of milk deliveries suspensions stemming from strikes at three plants. A seven member AFL committee vowed to present to the Indiana Milk Control Board, denouncing the actions as illegal while households, grocers, and restaurants scrambled for limited supplies amid bottle shortages.
M J Gormley executive assistant of the association of American railroads says federal regulators have forced a malnutrition diet on railroads. He warns the industry cannot survive under private ownership without the ability to charge proper rates and urges a sound transportation policy and sustained rates to build surplus during prosperity. The remarks were made at the annual meeting of the associated traffic clubs of America in St Louis.
Herbert Hitchcock pledged to seek additional financial aid for South Dakota farmers harmed by crop failures. He planned to contact Washington officials, including WPA administrator Harry L. Hopkins, to press for expanded cash income supports. Hitchcock traveled with General Farley from Texas to Aberdeen and returned to Mitchell.
Sam Risk the Syrian Yankee will perform at Huron College Auditorium on Thursday evening October 14. An American citizen born in Syria he blends comedy and tragedy with travel and romance while voicing views on economic stability and world peace. His talk emphasizes Americanization of an American and includes topics like Motivating the Student and Tragedies of Imperialism. He appeals to audiences from high schools to colleges.
President Roosevelt may revise the federal revenue outlook upward in a forthcoming budget summary. Morgenthau and Belu, acting budget director, reported tax collections reaching 1.775 billion dollars this year, up 43 percent from last year, while spending has climbed and savings measures are being explored to reverse the trend.
In a Milan edition Mussolini deflects claims of Italian involvement in a baseless torpedo attack near Surt, accusing British and French media of sensationalism. He cites an admiralty communique denying the assault and mocks the notion as a mid autumn dream. Germany negotiates a treaty.
In Sioux Falls four men A. W. Kunzman Orien Byser H Q Dryer and Gus Dariotes had hunting equipment seized after a Sunday night sweep by wardens on the city outskirts. E G Adams of Pierre in charge said 18 hunters were questioned and several gave explanations with no charges at that time. Additional charges expected.
The Farmers Union program features L. S. Herron as main speaker with music opening at 1 45. Speakers include Doriks Erick Kistler J A Hinks and representatives from Farmers Union brokerage insurance and livestock commissions. Junior events led by Gladys Talbote Edwards and Mary Jo Weiler showcase education and contests with top entries advancing to Oklahoma City. A Wednesday parade, the South Dakota Suite College band and a public session with National President Everson mark the midweek climax.
A cold wave swept over the region with a 4+ degree plunge in 24 hours, leaving most towns in the thirties. Sioux Falls fell to 38 and readings reached upper 70s earlier in the week. forecasters warned of cloudy skies tonight and a slight warm-up by Wednesday as winter began to bite.
President must appoint about 1,500 county and state committees to screen tenants for the Farm Tenancy program. Paul Mass named director of the purchase plan with $9.5 million allotted this year. Each committee member will be paid $3 daily with travel expenses, and total first-year admin costs capped at $500,000.
A dated hospital notice lists patients admitted and discharged in Huron and Doland areas. Names include Mrs Roy Breer, Mrs Anna Spring, J L Kochier, Mrs E O Seeman, Livya Johnston, Mrs E P Greggerson, Mrs Raymond Gilbertson, Soren Larson, and others. Several recipients are described as medical or surgical patients with stay statuses and dismissals noted. The document also mentions a claim about Vienna pay and a claim honey cures wounds, in a likely promotional aside.
Classified notice describes a five room modern house near Kent with closein location and hosting convenience. Contact number 506 Idaho for details and viewing. Market special advertised with bold claims on beef products and a phone service for inquiries.
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