The Daily Plainsman from Huron, South Dakota • Page 7

SEVEN Doings Of Interest To Central South Dakota Women Girl Scouts Plan One Free Day For Mother Every Week Instead Of Year Children Take Over Household For Evening Meal To Provide Rest For Family Director Plan Approved. "Why not make Mother's Day, since It falls on Sunday, a model for all other Sundays?" asks Dr. Lillian Gilbrcth distinguished consulting engineer, member of the Girl Scout national board directors and mother of a family of 11. Dr. Gilberth approves highly of tiv Girl Scout plan to take over the household duties on Mother'V Day.

May 10 and give the hard-worked head of the family a rest. "It is easier, however, to give mother a rest than to make her tike it," she the girls. "I suggest that the girls follow the example of my own Lay Down Law Dr. Gilbreth's home is run as an effi cient democracy, in the councils of whicl each member has a voice. When it wa: decided that the children assume th (asks of preparing Sunday suppers, then was an implied agreement that mothe: should rest.

But she was found tidying the attic an. doing other such neglected chores. Th 1 children struck, and thereafter Dr. Gil fcreth on Sunday evenings amused herscl or literally rested. "My first suggestion is to see that mo- fher understands what is expected of her on Mother's Day and othed i they ara modelled on this.

My second is that girls not only take over the cooking nnd the chores, but that they so do i' make Monday' easier than it usually is." Plan for Monday What rest mother gets on Sunday is tisually at the expense of her energy on Monday, Dr. -Gilbreth points out. A Sunday supper of "left-overs" for example, means an empty ice and caki box the next day. "But what is work for mother is fun for children sometimes. When they get the Sunday meals, they should plan them as to have plenty left-overs for the week in the form of cookies, stewea fruits and other thingc that can be trusted to keep fresh with care.

"If one of the girls plays the hostess nicely, the family can make of meals a game. If the table is laid daintily and all the chores done properly, any mother will leara herself." not only to rest but enjoy Soft Water For House Is Needed Hardness Of Two Kinds, Says Expert Who Advises Methods Of Care Hardness in water is of two kinds, temporary and permanent, says John T. Tripp, professor of chemistry at State college. Temporary hardness may be removed by boilhig, but permanent hardness only by chemical treatment. It is not advisable for an inexperienced person to remove hardness from drinking water by the addition of chemicals but it is very practical and economical to remove hardness from water that is to be used fcr cleaning purposes by the addition of lye, washing soda, or borax, he says.

Should Aid Soap Soap does ro cleaning until the water is softened, so the use of soft water when possible will greatly reduce soap tills. Professor Tripp explains. Soft water for all household purposes can be secured by the use of water softeners, which! can be purchased from most plumbing or hsrdware stores. If a pressure system is already in use, a softener can be economically added to the system. May Use Softeners Softeners usually consist of a tank containing a layer of a mineral.

This mineral, called zeolite, refinite, or per- mutit. removes the calcium and magnesium that cause hardness, while the water is passing through the filter: Occasionally it is necessary to recharge the filter. To restore it to its original activity a strong salt solution is allowed to remain in the filter for an hour and then after the excess salt is removed by flushing, the mineral is again ready to soften water. Six Banquets Are To Be Held Monday Six Mother-Daughter banquets will be held here Monday evening at at the Methodist, Baptist, Catholic, Congregational, Presbyterian and American Lutheran churches. Some other churches will have similar dinners later.

A committee composed of representatives from each church met at the Y. C. A. cottage this week. The Y.

W. C. A. is cooperating with the respective churches in giving these banquets. Unfolding Life" is the general theme at each dinner.

There is no age limit, but all mothers and daughters are urged to attend. Heservations will be made at the churches. Decorations will be spring flowers. Programs will include singing, toasts, readings, and short plays. Special recognition will be given mothers who are more than 70 years of age to emphasize their usefulness nnd service to their own families and to the na- Make Mother's Day Same Every Sunday, Says Dr.

Gilbreth Dr. Lillian GUbreth Experts Meet To Discuss Health Grandma Nabor By HAZEL CHRISTOFFErSEN "Will you look at this!" Grandma Nabor exclaimed as she opened the huge box that arrived just as we eat down in the gunny breakfast nook fur a cup of coffeee. There were deep red roses with velvety petals, and small white flowers, and green ferns. "Sakes!" she exclaimed, dashing away a tear with the back of her wrinkled white hand. "Now isnt that just like Betty! Henry's girl you know, who works on a big newspaper in Chicago!" 'Lovely," I breathed, touching one of the petals.

"I declare! It makes a body feel real guilty," Grandma said when she had finished reading the attached note. "Guilty?" "Yes, just that," and she sank down onto the chair a bit breathless with excitement, 'If a body deserved having such sweet things said, and having thoughtful children, it would be different," and she looked out the window, seeing nothing. "But mothers do deserve even more than the children can. give," I protested. "Well, child, when I look back over my life, 1 recall many limes when I could have done belter.

After all, it is a privilege that the Lord thrust us with children. When they grow up to be men and women, it's another blessing," she paused. 'We can't take the credit for it all." "Perhaps you're right, but it is certain that it doesn't hurt the children and grandchildren to say the thoughtful things and to show the affection they really feel. If it's a privilege for you to have them, it certainly is an equal privilege for them to have a mother like you," I said. "Of course, My Mother By Josephine Rice Creelman I walk upon the rocky shore, Her strength is in the ocean's roar.

I glance into the shaded pool, Her mind is there so calm and cool. I hear sweet ripplings of the sea, Naught but her laughter 'tis to me. I gaze into the starry skies, And there I see her wondrous eyes. I look into my inmost mind, 'And here her inspiration-find. In all I am and hear and see, My precious mother is with me.

Vital Problems Will Be Studied By League Of Women Voters This Yeai Organization Tour Just Com-1 pleteti Under Direction Of Every Child Must Be Given Fair Chance In Life, Says School Head Mothers In Huron Are Urged To Have Boys And Girls Given Physical Examination at Once. child," she exclaimed. "And it isn't that I'm not right happy over it all. I'd feel most awfully hurt if they didn't do these things." She smiled wistfully. 'It's only that I Maternity Mortality Is Higher really descrved them In American Than Other Countries Of World wish to the general commit- tion.

In addition tee. each church has named other committees to make arrangements for the program, tickets, and the dinner. Other towns are following -this general, plan for Mother's day observance. NEW DAMASKS Emily Post, one of the most authoritative resources for correct form in entertaining says: dine on linen And long before Emily Pott mwt solving domestic problems for va the smart hosteaf ining dtmuit at Irish and Scottish iM ground for her MttinCK. Thew tendency toward a "roujV tpunnwh treatment in correspond with beautiful new In 4m4k Jt Venetian iftar Urging that Mother's Day be devoted to obtaining better maternity care for the wom2n of the United States, 16,000 of whom lose their lives in childbirth each year, leading health obstetricians and public spirited men and women met in New York this week, 400 in all, in protest that the death rate among mothers in the United States is the highest in the civilized world.

Ms. Kermit Roosevelt, -who presided at the meeting, held under the auspices of the Maternity Center association, stated that there was soon to be a change in the situation. "The reason I am convinced of this," she said, "is because outstanding women of America, as well as health officers and educators conscious of their social responsibilities, are joining In a Mother's Day campaign from coast to coast to promote concentrated, cooperative effort to reduce the tragic waste of mothers' lives. "Health officers from Florida to Alaska have given unqualified endorsement to this campaign, which has also the support of Surgeon-General Cummlng of the United States Public Health service and Grace Abbott of the Childrens' bu- eau." It was pointed out by another speaker Mrs. John Sloane, president of the Maternity center association; that groups active in women's clubs snd churches are working together throughout the country under proper medical authority bring better maternity care to every lamlet.

She cited tha records of her organization which proved that among 4,726 mothers receiving care of the approved type, the death rate was reduced Mrs. Sloane declared that at least 10,000 of the 16,000 who die yearly could be saved if they received similai maternity care. "A man might say;" stated Mrs. Sloane, 'that the reason for our high maternal mortality was the fearless pioneer spirit the American woman which makes her unconscious of the seriousness of child- waring and so allows her to neglect lerself during this important period. But would say that there are three contri- ting causes of our high mortality: First the ignorance of American about he need of adequate maternity care and what adequate maternity care is; second, that adequate care is not available to all communities for a price that every woman can afford to pay; third, that there is a lack of properly trained medical and nursing personnel to care or mothers." A letter was read from Cardinal Patick Joseph Hayes: "I am pleased," wrote he Cardinal," to extend to the associa- ion my very hearty sympathy and interest in the educational program you are sponsoring.

The mother is the very cen- er and heart of the home. Her loss in he family and community is irreparable. Therefore, measures taken to encourage he best possible scientific care for mo- hers and to effect a reduction in the ma- ernity death rate for the upbuilding of amily life and promote the welfare of he nation." Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt, spoke feelingly on the dark record which maternity statistics present. "Picture thess 16,000 disorganized homes, broken-hearted husbands, motherless children.

What an uncertain future for the little the other children--perhaps a foster home, an orphanage or the streets. The Maternity Center association has found a way to protect the life and health of No citizen who knows of the neglect of mothers in this country cac fail to feel a sense of personal responsibility for helping to prevent these unnecessary deaths." In South Dakota this work is being carried on by Miw Florence Walker, director of the division of child hygiene of ihe state board of health at Waubay. Her work during the past few years has been a high light in the history of the ctate for benefit of.motb.Brs and children. A ttete appropriation of $7.000 was obtained for this year through the efforts of the League of Women Voters ai a whole, and Mrs. E.

W. Feife, the state president, In particular. Her untiring efforts haw been largely responsible for the work IB this state, All Women May Have Nice Hands Daily Care Should Be Given To These Indexes Of Your Character Having lovely hands is simply a matter of a moment's care each day. Too many of us, in this day of rush and hurry, attempt to salve our' conscience by having a thorough manicure now and then, instead of giving that added touch each day. Our beauty expert suggests a brief rest from mental and physical work.

Dropping into a comfortable chair, with a low table before you, give your nails their moment. Here are a few things you will need: a bowl of warm soapy water, a nail brush, a towel, absorbent cotton, orange wood stick, cuticle oil, a bleach, flexible nail file, emery boards and polish. Mothers of pre-school children in Huron ure being urged to have their children examined before the opening of school next fall. May Day has been set aside as Child Health Day and the President has issued a proclamation urging that people to do everything in their power to advance the health of children. A.

J. Lar.g, superintendent of city schools, and Mrs. Hervida Domas, school nurse, have launched a campaign making it possible for mothers to have their children examined by their respective family phyjicians at a very nominal cost. "Each mother should tako the letter and stamped envelope which has been sent to her, to the physician who examines her child. Full instructions are.

given in these letters," Mr. Lang said. The "Children's Charte" drawn up by the White House conference on child health and protection, contains 19 very fundamental points as.follows: 1. For every child spiritual and moral training to help him to stand firm undoi- the pressure of life. 2.

For every child understanding and the guarding of his personality as his most precious right 3. For every child a home and that love and security which a home provides; and for that child who must receive foster care, the nearest substitute for his own home. welfare of children, there should be a district, county or community organization for health, education, and welfare, with full lime officials, co-ordiuatiiig with a state wide program which will be responsive to a nation-wide service of general information, statistics and scientific research. This should include: a. Trainad, full time public health officials, with public health nurses, sanj- tory inspection, and laboratory workers.

b. Available hospital beds. c. Full time public welfare service for the relief, aid and guidance of children in special need due to poverty, misfortune, or behavior difficulties, and for the protection of children from abuse, neglect, exploitation, or moral hazard. Flowers Are Given Strong Competition Now that the vernal season is in full sway, we munt.

cast off our drab winter clothes and get into something colorful enough to give the spring flowers a little competition. Some springs our clothes are just a background for nature's riot of color, but this year we can be right up in the front line with the most brilliant daffodil going. To get the full effect of these lovely colors we must be careful to choose fabrics which will (hem off to the best advantage. There is a new all silk Oriental crepe called "sweet pea" and is much like those luscious heavy silks which our friends bring home in their French lingerie and dresses and which make us so terribly envious. Now those of us 4.

For every child full preparation for who stav at honle wear the same 1 pure dye silk because it is being made First, the hands should washed in thft soapy water, using a brush on the knuckles and nails. Then after drying, they should be massaged with hand lotion. File the nails to a convenient length for the kind of work you do. Shape them according to your finger tips. Exaggeration is unlovely.

Then soak the fingers in the water again. Then wind a swab of cotton around the end of the orangewood stick and dip in cuticle oil. Push back the cuticle, and also pass the cotton under each nail. If there are rough edges, they should be clipped with knippers. Never use a scissors to cut the cuticle.

Next, the bleach goes tinder the nail, then a polish, either powder or enamel, according to personal preference. The polish stays longer and better if buffed a bit. Sometimes it is wise to have a professional manicure given by an expert in order to learn just how it is done. Then just a little care each day will assure that loveliness so essential to beauty. Senators Will Talk On Current Problems Three senators pick the issues on The people of the States In tew fa motor vdUdtt.

An tax of IJB Mr talkn paid on fbte irrfwad tmNMU te the Voters' service program for May 12, says Mrs. E. W. Feige, president of the Jouth Dakota League of Women Voters. The weekly broadcast designed to en- ighten voters on current problems is sponsored by the National League of Women Voters and the National Broadcasting company.

Senator Robert LaFollette, republican, Wisconsin, and Senator Thomas Walsh, democrat, Montana, are two of the speakers who have been secured for Vfuy 12 broadcast. Senator LaFollette a member of the Progressive group in he United States. Senate and was one of he chief participants in the recent Progressive conference concerned with legislative problems. Senator Walsh is known as one of the eaders in the Teapot Dome investigation and the author of the resolution, introduced in the last session -of Congress, seeking to bring about an investigation of public utilities corporations. This week's broadcast presented three newspapermen and the program for May .7 will present 'three economists.

The lour of broadcast is from 7 to 7:30 p. C. S. T. Mother-Worship Was Ancient Pagan Rite The foundations Mother's Day, which will be observed tomorrow, go back to mother-worship in ancient Oriental religions and pagan rites in Asia Minor and Europe.

Rhes, the Great Mother of the Gods, who traversed the mountains in a Aariot drawn by lions, was worshipped in Asia Minor and ter in Greere and Rune centuries before the birth of Christ In England of recent yean apprentices and servants were permitted to go home to visit their mothers on Mid-Lent Sunday, which became known as "Mothering Sunday." It was not until 1M8, and in the United States, that a day wai set aside to honor mothers, and then the observance -was load and unofficial, but the Idee grew 1114 Frwident Wilson issued a pro-' ftarnation setting nfcfa ascend Eva- day fa Kay as Uofen's Day. thus in- custom of recalling eries at mothers who have gone and Brightening the live, of his birth, his mother receiving pre-natal, natal, and post-natal care; and the establishment of such protective measures as will make child-benrirg safer. To Give Protection 5. For every child, health protection from birth through adolescence, including: periodical health examinations, and where needed, caro of specialists and hospital treatment; -regular dental examination and care of the teeth; protective and preventative measures again communicable diseases; the insuring of puro food, pure milk, and pure water. 6.

For every from birth through adolescence, promotion of health, including health instruction and a health program, wholesome physical and mental recreation, with teachers and leaders adequately trained. 7. For every child a dwelling place, safe, sanitary, and wholesome, with reasonable provisions for privacy, free from conditions which tend to thwart his development; and a home environment harmonious End enriching. 8. For every child a school which is safe from hazards, sanitary, properly equipped, lighted and ventilated.

For younger children nursery schools and kindergartens to supplement home care. 9. For every child a community which i recognizes and plans for his needs, protects him against physical dangers, moral hazards, and disease; provides him with safe and wholesome places for play and recreation; and makes provision for his cultural and social needs. 10. For every child an education through the discovery and development of his individual abilities, prepares him for life; and through training and voca- tionol guidance prepares him for a living which will yield him the maximum of satisfaction.

every child such teacsing and training as will prepare him for successful parenthood, homemaking, and the rights of citizenship; and, for parents, supplementary training to fit them to deal wisely with th? problem of parenthood. 12. For every child education for safety and protection against accidents to which modern conditions subject him-those to which he is directly exposed and those which, through loss or maiming of his parents, affect him indirectly. Urge Training 13. For every child who is blind, deaf, crippled, or otherwise physically handicapped, and for the child who is mentally handicapped, such measures as will early discover and diagnose handicap, provide care and" treatment, and so train hbn that he may become an asset to society rather than a liability.

of these services should be borne publicly where they cannot be privately met. 14. For every child who is in conflict with society the right to be dealt with intelligently as society's charge, not society's outcast; with the home, the school, the church, the court and the institution when needed, shapeu to return him whenever possible to the normal stream of life. 15. For every rural child as satisfactory schooling and health service as for the city child, and an extension to rural families of social, recreational and cultural facilities.

For every child the right to grow up in family with an adequate stan- 'dard of living and the security of a stable income as the surest safeguard against social handicaps. 17. For every child protection against labor that stunts growth, cither physical, or mental, that limits education, that deprives children of the right of com- 1 radeship, of play, and of joy. Id. To supplement the home and the 'school In the training of youth, and to return to them those interests of which modern life tends to cheat children, every stimulation and encowraaemeDt should be given to the extension and development of the voluntary youth or- a.

Tb snake everywhere available these minimum protections of ihe Jweftk and right here in the United States and Board With Assistance Of Mrs. J. R. Parkes, Regional Secretary. i Stressing the need for a study of timely questions influencing the lives every citizen, Mrs.

R. Parkes, secretary of the fifth region of the National league of Women Voters, has just completed an organization tour, under the direction of the state board, with the assistance of Mrs. E. W. Feige, state president the South Dakota League of Women Voters.

Preliminary to work in tlio new organizations, a review of past work was gi- Did 'Ja Notice The little; gii-1 coming down Dakota avenue with an annful of bundles. She had a jeft after completing hvr shopping. She going to the dimu store. Perhaps to buy candy. Bin j.iM before she reached the store, shf the crippled old man sitting on ihe sidewalk, his hat extended and a few in it bosiuc-.

tin? coins dropped by Kci'sby. She passed him. llositalod. Thi-a qtiickly turned back. A sinije over her young face.

It inadL 1 one Vpinic ven by Mrs. Parkes in her te.llj, "Quv Legislative Victories and Congressional j' 801 is r-srticularJy of these early spring mornings, Sho -something to him. He looked up. Failures." Tne league concerned with the failure of passagi of the maternity and infancy bill in Ihe I recent congress. This measure is there- fore being stressed on public platform', on Mother's Day to acquaint the public i smile She ilid over his ajicd o.

into the dime I'AJAMA SliOES new is she has vciy ures. The luncheon was attended by more than 25 women, besides Mrs. Parkes and Mrs. Feige. The stata board meeting was held in Huron pnd each member the re Aberdeen ly this week, where Mi Parkes again talked on tories and Congressional Fnik'res." sponsibility of furthering the work in in the cuy, ihey were c-ntcrtained at one league or town.

Out of town mem-1 home of Dorothy Rehtcld. Aberdr- i bers attending this meeting Mrs. attorney. Quirm, Arlington: Mrs. M.

C. I During May. special will be Artesian; and Mrs. C. B.

Tultlc, Mitchell. A new league was organized at Woonsocket, under the leadership Mrs. Eayburii Theiscn, at a meeting held the home of Mrs. M. L.

Lawson, aud attended by Mrs. Parkes, Mrs. Feige, Mrs. E. EC.

Bryan, and Mrs. S. R. Schuyler, all of Huron. Mrs.

Schuyler is the ncwly elected president of the Hurun league. The party proceeded to Wessingtoti Springs where league work discussed. Reviews Work At a lea given at the home of Mrp. John McMahon of Huron in honor of Mrs. Parkes, the guest of honor reviewed the events oC the general council of ihe National League of Women Voters which met in Washington, D.

C. recently. Special guests at this meeting were Mrs. 5. Sickler.

Mrs. G. O. Williams, Mrs. Delia Busck and Mrs.

Foster Carson, all of Wessington Springs. herefore much less extensive than the Mrs. Parke and Mrs. Feige were guests imported material. of Hie Home Community club on a tariffs in all the South i- Itota leagues.

A new book has been by ihe Ns-tional league on this jeet. during Jure will be it study of the five-day marriage law recently aduptcd by neighboring Iowa, Wyoming and Minnesota. is the effect oi the five-day pL-r- iod in the marriage license law of iij -states that have it?" is the question be In September, after the usual summi vacation period, leagues will begin intensive study of the relating to xmfimploympnt. Outlines of statis- and vital factors bearing on the question will be prepared by the Nation; I league during the summer months. Mrs.

Parkes, who has been a hou guest ut the home of Mrs. E. W. Feip for more than week, returned to her home in Minneapolis on Friday. Shf will return, to this district early in September to assist with plans for the a and winter -work.

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With silent, fully-enclosed four-wheel brakes, sturdy steel body construction, four Houdaille double-acting shock absorbers and transverse springs to minimize swaying or weaving on the road, and with TRIPLEX Shatter-Proof glass all around, your new Model A Ford provides the most complete protection from accident or injury that can be obtained in any car. These are reasons why the Ford is acknowledged as a "VALUE FAR ABOVE THE PRICE." A. M. Urquhart FORD SALES--SERVICE Corner Kansu ft Third Sto. Huron, S.

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