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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1938
Page
4
A critique notes Brazil’s new constitution leans toward dictatorship, outlining strict press controls, censorship, and penalties for defying government communications. The author contrasts Brazil with Argentina and warns against martial media control inspired by European fascism.
Mrs Lillian Bernstein testifies in a Los Angeles court about the 4 million dollar earnings of Jackie Coogan arguing the money should be considered the parents property. She recalls no estate existed for him and details discussions about family finances. The stocky, 20 year old actor’s earnings are at issue as his mother and guardian defend the family’s handling of funds.
Due to bad weather Easter Sunday participants did not respond to the Easter photo contest. The event, planned at the camera club, will be postponed with awards to be announced at a later date. The paper will pay a small sum to each entry to cover costs.
A Little Rock man was chosen as president of the state utilities group at a Tuesday meeting in Little Rock. Other officers named include Do H. Kaesten of BP Dorado as second vice president. The session proceeded with remarks and introductions among members.
Fragmented text presents four items with misspellings and unclear context. The piece asks which statements are true or false and mentions names and vague phrases, indicating a cryptic or puzzle-like catalog on a classified page.
In Rome Foreign Minister Ciano told France's Jules Blondel that Italy seeks renewed friendship with Spain after tensions from the Ethiopian war. Spanish forces in the Aran valley near the French border advance as government troops retreat south of Tortosa. reports of mutiny in Barcelona remain unconfirmed. In China, the Japanese offensive in Shantung faces a Chinese counteroffensive. Chinese troops report a 20 mile canal gain along the Grind Canal and gains near Handhwing and Taierhehwang as they block the Tientsin Puow line.
In Hope, Lyman Armstrong was chosen temporary chairman at a Monday meeting in the office of the field recreation supervisor. Entered teams include B. Williams Lumber, Unique Cafe, Citizens Bank, Scott Store, WPA, Hope Auto, Aceher Motor, with more expected. League games start at 6, two games weekly, no fixed schedule. teams must be free of other leagues and may register 11 players. Prescott league plans announced with local sponsors and two games on Mondays and Fridays at Cummins Athletic field, with schedule to begin April 25. Officers named for Wielenge Athletic Association include A. S. Buchanan president and others.
Miss Eleanor Bonham, national Girl Scout representative, spoke at Kiwanis Club Tuesday at Hotel Barlow, outlining the movement's 26 year growth in Georgia to 450000 members. She outlined programs teaching sewing cooking housekeeping child care and usefulness, and noted upcoming meetings in Hope and Ark.
State parole officer C A Grice said Clyde Gulley a seven year 18 year sentence for the 1935 slayings of Union county residents has filed a parole application. Gulley’s petition will be considered by the State Parole Board on May 2 in Little Rock.
Cayce Kentucky hosts a memorial banquet marking 38 years since Casey Jones death and planning a roadside monument near his birthplace. Funds exceed 400 dollars with widow of Casey Jones present along with longtime railroad figures and residents recalling the famed engineer’s ride.
A 1938 etiquette quiz on handling common golf situations with women. Answers advise letting her lead, guiding by elbow, and avoiding overbearing advice. Rules cover caddy tips, who tees first, and whether to drive before her shot.
Freight service changes appear as No 72 ends operation on 16 aveel routes while No 83 ceases on No IL corridor, signaling adjustments to rail traffic. No official dates given. Local shippers advised to monitor timetable notices for alternate services and station advisories.
Strikes disrupt Fisher Body in Pontiac Michigan halting 1,500 workers as 370 laid off. Amid spread to Coli, Ohio and California, ships and truck deliveries slowed. Canada ends first Great Lakes walkout after pact with seven shipping firms and the Car way Seamen's Union.
Jesse Jones, chairman of the RFC, said on a radio address that confidence in the nation remains strong and that prosperity depends on belief in the country and in government. He outlined the new loan program to aid deserving businesses and urged prudent borrowing and support from banks.
Seattle mayor Joan P. Dare, 56, who led the city through two turbulent terms, died Monday night after a brief illness. He had begun a second term in February but was defeated in his bid for renomination after delivering only three speeches prior to the Marvel primaries.
Fragmented report notes phonograph records influencing speed and industry in Glasgow. Mentions shortages of farm hands and German government concerns, with references to workers and production changes amid unclear context.
A fragment from a religious text states that nothing pleases God more than an open hand, reflectingvalues of charity and humility in devotion.
Washington action followed by senate approval of a 50 million dollar rise for CCC camps. The house signaled support for boosting highway funding from 100 million to over 200 million in the agriculture supply bill. Senator Glass criticized reviving public works as duplicative of RFC authority. In Arkansas, Governor Bailey said Fort Worth officials urged freeing 750000 for the Clarendon bridge in exchange for toll removal.
A new Hope Amateur Dramatic League was organized at the municipal auditorium with officers: President J. W. Harper, Secretary Bobby Reynerson, Treasurer Frances Harper, Director Mrs. J. A. Sullivan, and Assistant Director Harold Morgan. Edward Borders urged dramatics' value, noting Arkansas clubs and nationwide growth, as meetings will be held each Monday and a free offstage act is planned.
A pie supper will be held Saturday night April 23 at Oak Grove by the Oak Grove baseball club. The public is invited to attend this community event.
Market brief notes cotton opened Tuesday at 9.03 and closed near 9.97 to 9.6 cents per pound, with spot cotton finishing 1 point lower. Milling Ws referenced.
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