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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1938
Page
4
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Members of the Armour Athletic Club captured the state softball championship in Huron during Labor Day weekend and then organized a seamless event as hosts. Officials praised the field and setup, noting the club’s selfless work by about 96 members and leaders such as Buel Carter and L Hoffman. The article highlights field maintenance after rain and social welfare efforts alongside plans for winter bowling and basketball activities.
Sept 18 marks the vanguard of the American Legion convention in Los Angeles. Prepare for heat and crowds by getting rest and fresh air, practicing cane strolling, and avoiding the crowd with bulky gear. Stay calm amid movie star attention and harbor demonstrations.
The passage argues that in any crisis real or perceived universal candor and free discussion are essential. It notes Americans lack precise knowledge of Europe's immediacy of war and urges transparency from officials to reveal true convictions beyond news reports. It warns against self-censoring and urges frank dialogue.
The passage reflects mixed wartime sentiment with warnings against over optimism. It notes shifting moods from fear to cautious relief, cites German restrictions on soldiers and citizens, and observes that the well off worry more than the poor. A California couple honeymoon by roller skate is mentioned, as is a tannery strike resolve.
A 1938 NEA Service column argues single women pressuring for jobs hurts all women. It claims a superintendent orders 100 of Akron’s 400 married teachers to leave to ease discrimination by single applicants. The piece warns that barring married teachers harms those seeking stability and family life, ending with a call that discrimination backfires.
A collection of quoted remarks from figures including Warren Pershing General Pershing's son and Representative Soaglsworth, reflecting postwar sentiment and economic concerns. Roosevelt's remark on Cotton Ed Smith's primary win frames the era's political discourse as it unsettles past versus present.
A humorous sketch describes domestic quarrels as a checker game with quick moves. An elderly couple recalls a morning argument where items like a flat iron vase and coffee pot flew, ending with a exchanged saucer joke about turns.
A 1937 survey for the Foreign Policy Association shows Japan relied on the United States for 54.4 percent of its war materials, with British Empire and Dutch East Indies as other major sources. The piece urges patriotism as the nation supplies aggression in China.
The Minneapolis Journal pokes fun at jail escapes by prisoners who manage to leave cells using utensils a lad named Kahl and inmate Couch are mentioned in a humorous column. The piece suggests the jail is fragile and calls for safer nourishment methods for inmates.
A diary entry from a South Dakota farm woman reflects on a hard August month. She notes crops nearing readiness pumpkins turning yellow and watermelons showing marks. She recalls a club discussion on pheasant hunting amid grasshopper infestations and the value of relaxing at home tending the garden for strength and peace.
An exhibit by the U S Department of Agriculture at the State Fair in Huron September 11 to 16 explains how the AAA farm program affects land, farmers, business and consumers. It highlights balanced abundance, farm buying power, and practices like contour furrowing lime application terracing and green manure crops with examples from Agricultural Experiment Stations.
Two Roosevelt speeches are set for September on national networks. On September 17 from Poughkeepsie New York the president will join the 150th anniversary observance of New Yorks ratification of the constitution. Three days later he will speak at the Chickamauga celebration in Chattanooga.
The August weather report notes only 1.58 inches of moisture, misfiring crops and near drought in the Forestburg vicinity. Pastures require rain while livestock stay in good shape. Yearly precipitation reaches 20.63 inches by August end, 3.17 inches above normal. Maximum 108 degrees on August 22, minimum 44 on August 26, temp record for the summer. Strong ponds were recorded on August 7, 14, and ...
Paul Mallon reports from Washington that mobilization threats and limited options suggest a diplomatic showdown rather than full-scale war. Analysts weigh artillery barrages versus direct troop assaults while noting Britain France and U.S. officials urge calm.
Recollections from Toddn Huron and area recount moves of residents to the army, arrivals of visitors from the coast, and long trips to Aberdeen and Indiana. Mrs. E K Coshun heads to Newell South Dakota, with social gatherings featuring pale pink roses and blue tulle centerpieces.
The year and a half old daughter of Mr and Mrs Jack Petesch of Forestburg was taken ill Sunday with acute indigestion and rushed to Mitchell hospital for treatment. She is reported somewhat improved and out of immediate danger. The article also notes the famous twin stars Castor and Pollux have appeared on a pair for thousands of years.
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