End of an Era Transcript Shuts After 11 Years
Old style Boston Evening Transcript suspends May 1, marking the end of a once influential paper. The piece notes the shift from grave editorial content to entertainment driven by advertising and rising circulation, contrasting past and present press dynamics and lingering as a relic in Boston lore.
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Dover Shelling and Channel War Calls Rise in Invasion Temp
German and British forces clash along the southeast English coast in the heaviest cross channel shelling of the war. RAF bombers strike German emplacements as Dover endures nearly seven hours of bombardment with little damage reported in Hell's Corner.
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British Press Association
Hell's Corner
Park plan for emeralds delayed by park commission decision
In San Francisco officials delayed a park arboretum project funded by proceeds from six emeralds valued at 350000. Appraisers deemed the items green partly glass. Elsewhere in Alaska travel between Fairbanks and Nome, once $500 by dog sled, now costs 78 by air.
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April History Quiz Challenge in Cranium Crackers
April trivia asks which four nations Hitler invaded and when, which European king activated in April ten years ago, which U S president was assassinated in April, four of the five major wars the United States entered in April, and which international bad man was born in April. Answers on Comic Page.
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Jones warns debt to reach 90 billion in coming years
Washington Secretary of Commerce Jesse Jones told the U S Chamber of Commerce that the national debt may rise to at least 90 billion dollars, with no sacrifices yet made but many to come. He said borrowing could double beyond 45 billion and that debt may reach a year's income as the economy grows, urging repayment after the emergency ends while defense costs grow.
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Axis Troops Halted Near Cabatrol in Egypt Report
Cairo dispatch says German and Italian columns that crossed the Egyptian frontier three days ago have been halted within five miles of Suez. The advance was checked as Allied forces push to contain the invasion and restore security in the region.
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Chief Embree Names New Fire Personnel in Hope
James Embree, Hope's new fire chief, announced additions to the force as drivers Lloyd Capp and Clyde Sexton join. Creighton McDowell is retained. Two firefighters Bernié Gayne and William Stephenson are dismissed effective May 1. May 1 reshuffle lists new personnel led by Jack Adkins through May 10.
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James Embree
Hope
Lloyd Capp
Clyde Sexton
Creighton McDowell
Bernié Gayne
William Stephenson
Jack Adkins
Tom Duckett
Tom Bryant
Noah Hobbs
Jim Cobb
Joe Jones
B. Ponder
Harry Keith
Byron Evans
Carter
Olin Purtle
First Christian Church Dinner This Thursday
The First Christian Church holds its regular third month Fellowship dinner Thursday at 7 in the social room of the new annex. All members and friends are urged to attend. No tickets. Bring a contribution of food to supply the table. The program will be spontaneous.
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Temple Scene Heals the Blind and Lame in Matthew
A concise biblical excerpt describes the blind and the lame coming to Jesus in the temple where he heals them, reflecting a moment of compassion and miraculous aid as recorded in Matthew 21 14.
State Wins Its Tax Suit Against Missouri Pacific
The U S Supreme Court ruled Arkansas may pursue tax disputes in state courts and dismissed federal challenges over 1938–40 assessments on Missouri Pacific Lines. It held federal courts lack jurisdiction to determine state tax matters, directing further appeals to state courts and eventual possible federal review only via constitutional questions. detailed figures show amounts paid and due to the Arkansas Corporation Commission and county levies amid the decision.
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Miners Resume Production in Bituminous Fields
The United Mine Workers union announced that soft coal production would resume Thursday morning in the nation's bituminous fields shut down since April 1 over a wage contract dispute. A spokesman for Union President John L. Lewis spoke after talks with district presidents. In the Appalachian coal area southern producers accepted President Roosevelt's reopening proposal after Monday night discussions.
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John L. Dewis
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Stamps Worker Found Dead Near Tracks
The body of Obe McCoy, 3 WPA worker of Stamps, was found on L. A. tracks near the over head bridge one mile north of here at 7 40 a m Sunday. He was deaf and apparently en route to a friend's home. A coroner’s jury ruled death as being run over by a train. Survived by son Harold and two daughters Josephine and Louise, plus brothers Ove and Tom. Funeral at Sardis processed by Rev E D Brown.
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Servant House Damaged By Fire At Pine Street
A small servant house at 406 South Pine owned by Mrs. W R Chandler was damaged slightly by fire Tuesday afternoon. Damage estimated at 120 dollars.
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Hempstead County Merchants Plan May Start of Food Stamps
About 100 Hempstead County merchants met at Hope city hall to organize the circulation of food stamps beginning in May. Stanley Monroe and Neil G. Grinland of Dallas explained details to the group. A merchants committee announced 93 stores in the county are signed up to handle the stamps.
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R. P. Bowen
Armory Work to Begin Soon in Hope Arkansas
Major Patrick Harris of Little Rock states armory construction in Hope will start about four months after revised project for the building is sent to Washington for approval and work orders are issued by the WPA. The State Military Department is ready, and construction is expected to begin once the detail is worked out.
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Hope Boy Installed in Honor Society at Hendrix College
Hendrix College junior Bobbie Jewell Hope of Conway was inducted as a charter member of the Hendrix chapter of Blue Key honorary reads fraternity. A charter was presented at a banquet by Dr. John Clarke Jordan national Blue Key president. The Hendrix chapter includes eleven student members and nine faculty members.
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University Off Arkansas
Nazis Cleaning Up Greece
Berlin reports say German troops approach the last harbors in southern and southwestern Greece as British and Greek forces retreat toward Crete. British evacuation by sea interrupted by bombings. Crete looms as next target amid ongoing Peloponnese mopping up and new Axis gains in North Africa.
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Peloponnesus
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Resignation Accepted of Lindbergh from Air Corps Reserve
Washington reports the War Department accepted Charles A. Lindberghs resignation as a Reserve Air Corps officer after he notified President Roosevelt in a letter protesting a press conference remark. Presidential secretary Stephen Early questioned the move and noted Lindbergh may be returning his aviation decoration awarded during a Germany visit.
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Churchill Rejects Streamlined Cabinet Plan In Wartime Debate
In a House of Commons session London Prime Minister Churchill flatly rejects forming a streamlined supreme cabinet and calls for a vote of confidence next week on the war. He outlines debates on Greece Greek campaign and Middle East strategy with Foreign Secretary Eden likely to report on diplomatic efforts.
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U.S. Patrols 2000 Miles Out Amid Neutrality Talks
Admiral Stark outlined neutrality patrols extending up to 2000 miles from U S shores and half way across the Atlantic. He linked patrols to Britain convoy needs and said naval construction runs ahead of schedule. He emphasized sharing resources with Britain and building a strong air arm fleet while keeping security limits.
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Japs Say U S Nearer War
Tokyo based Kokumin declares U S patrols near Japan waters signal entry to war. It says U S navy guards route to England, Britain’s navy should do the work, and predicts conflict with Germany. The Times Advertiser notes war worry affects prices and stock drops.
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