17 Apr 1937
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1937
Page
1
John Graves, a transport pilot, earns the nickname Chief Flying Beans from Navajo Todians after he flew over snowbound Indians. The report notes authorities resist general anti pneumonia vaccine use and highlights factors affecting lung resistance and the importance of treating colds and flu promptly.
In New Orleans official attendance reaches 20 191 as the Pelicans defeat the Little Rock Travelers 10 to 4 in the open ing of the Southern Association season Friday. Mayor Musso and City officials attend, while Jim Taboo of Litt Rock features in an early rally. The night also includes Chattanooga’s season kickoff with Governor Browning in attendance and Birmingham’s Barons beat Memphis 4 to 5.
A reflection on interactions between local residents and university youth. The writer notes polite greetings from young men, the influence of college life on manners, and the value of courteous behavior in a fast paced world. The piece argues that friendly, respectful conduct enhances civic life and cross community ties.
A talk on high finance questions the ability of non experts to grasp the value of a near three billion dollar railroad and real estate empire. The Van Sweringen brothers faced bankruptcy and a receiver holding an option to buy Midamerica. If upheld, the estate could sell control for about eight thousand dollars plus interest, highlighting the gulf between perception and numbers in the Age of Figures.
An economist argues a coming boom is ahead and urges buying tangible, useful, needed items while lending as little as possible. He notes Uncle Sam should avoid overseas entanglements and limit armaments to what is needed for defense, since future foreign wars are unlikely.
The article explains that lungs do not confer lasting resistance to illnesses like influenza and bronchitis, urging prevention via exposure avoidance, nourishment, vitamins, cod liver oil, milk, fresh air, warmth, outdoor activity, and adequate rest. It notes past belief in vaccines using pneumonia germs.
Bruce Catton notes Elizabeth Goudge's A City of Bells (Coward-McCann) offers a smoothly written tale set in an English cathedral town. The mildly mysterious disappearance of a visiting writer who posed as a genius drives the quiet, charming narrative.
Martha, aided by GER Y NEAL, pursues Hetty's disappearance across California to Seattle amid Spedden and Clanik involvement. The pair join forces and evade revenue cutters as tension rises aboard a vessel, while a looming confrontation and potential murder shadow the search.
The Hope Negro baseball team will open the season here Sunday at Yerger High School athletic park. Joe Jackson, manager, announced the game will start at 3 o'clock. It will be the first game for both teams.
Messy notes describe a local play last Wednesday night enjoyed by many with families visiting from Sutton Providence New Hope and Hopewell. The piece also previews a Philadelphia athletics connection and hints at a literary tale about a writer and his draft of a book titled A City of Bells.
A quirky critique sketches quickie makers in Hollywood, noting opportunistic producers who cut costs and time. It recounts anecdotes about fragile schedules, safety nets, and inventive but dubious methods to produce cheap films.
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