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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1942
Page
4
The text states 11 million population with 5 million employed and 3 million in essential war industries. It warns that 2 million must be shifted from non essential work, and that none may be fired, quit, switch to nonessential work, or receive wage increases without government approval.
Washington observers compare U S wartime planning to Canada as one reads about Canadian taxation price control and manpower measures. Canada imposes wage and income taxes, minimum savings, heavy duties on luxuries, and a sales tax while suspending local income tax collection to support provinces. The plan aims to temper wartime demand by heavy central controls and bonuses tied to cost of living.
Frances Sweeney leads a Boston driven effort sharing rumor reports to debunk wartime chatter. The Rumor Clinic publishes corrections after Army Navy and FBI verification, discouraging morale eroding tales and urging public participation.
Ruth Millett urges mothers and fathers to hide their fears for sons in the service to bolster morale. She counsels parents to project pride and support, not worry, and to send their boys off with confident, brave messaging.
A collage of quotes from Mayor La Guardia Senator Taft Senator Brooks and others discusses wealth, taxation, and social support. The entry cites a Committee for 2 Jewish Army and a call to renewed patriotism amid security concerns and economic policy debates.
Mitchell Daily Republic reports on FSA and Office of Defense Transportation warnings about a dire tire shortage for 1942 43. Officials warn trucks will be scarce with only 50000 new units and high depletion rates, risking farmer deliveries and farm supplies. Proposals urge mileage reduction and car pooling to conserve tires and keep essential transport moving.
Raymond Clapper analyzes World War II progress as the war enters its fourth year. He contends military gains are uneven, with England offering the strongest hope while India and Burma pose political and logistical challenges for the Allies. He calls for reconsideration of Gandhi and civil disobedience amid broader Atlantic Charter commitments.
A retrospective of social events and military departures in Huron. Triscuit Club hosts sewing and lunch. Mrs. George Hill entertained guests. four local men received officer commissions and head to Camp Dodge after Ft Snelling. Other notes include visits to Sioux City, Lake outings, births, and professionals transitioning to new posts.
Washington reports Senator Gurney of the South End Republican bloc said he is drafting an amendment to the Selective Service Act. The proposal would trigger 18 year olds to register and be drafted, expanding eligibility for military service.
A column mixed with wartime quips and social anecdotes. Irving Hoffman reports on women’s roles, volunteer nursing pranks, RAF humor at the Stage Door Canteen, Red Cross class mishaps, a Hollywood fundraising mismatch, and Groucho Marx teaching first aid with sharp wit as stories reflect home front morale and entertainment figures.
Central War Time listings show Tonight and Thursday programs across NBC CBS and nbe networks. Program lineups include dramas quizzes music and war related talks featuring Kay Kyser Nelson Eddy Danny Thomas Show Fred Waring’s Time Glenn Miller and more with times ranging from 4:30 to 9:45 p.m. local listings note new times for several shows and a focus on war and education topics.
A packed 6:30 to 10:15 lineup includes Bek Hawk Quiz Show, Fanny Brice and Guests, Death Valley Days, It Pays to Be Ignorant, Bing Crosby Music Hall, Major Bowes Amateurs, Stage Door Canteen, Rudy Vallee, Tommy Dorsey, March of Time, and war analysis talks. Notable guests include Earl Wrightson, Mary Small, and Paul Schubert with varied networks NBC CBS and blu.
O S Hagen transfers to I O Hagen in Huron. Consideration one dollar. NEY NW% SH% 15 E24 22 110 62. Beadle County transfers to George Egales and Jay Eggleston for 1800 dollars. SH% 26 119 65.
Heavy rain in Tulare on Monday causes nearly four inches of precipitation, delaying threshing by a week. Shocks remain in good condition, and the showers slow fieldwork as farmers plan to resume once weather clears.
A completed puzzle grid listing cross references includes STATESMAN themed clues such as vegetable, insect, metal festers, and shapes. It covers terms from 12 to 59 across and down, with answers interpreting the clues like vegetable names and metals, plus notes on physics and language usage.
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