05 Aug 1940
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1940
Page
1
A fragmented notice cites Associated Press policy on memorials and tributes. It explains suspension of publishing unsolicited memorials and cards of thanks, along with a disclaimer about responsibility for returned manuscripts.
A long discussion on U S aliens and a 1940s registration plan notes that about 3.6 million residents non-citizens may need to register, with no fees and protections for lawful aliens. It warns against witch-hunt tone while stressing orderly handling and safeguards, including possible future actions if needed.
Miss Lois Westerman left this afternoon to visit her uncle W H Childers in Foreman. Miss Mary Porterfield, visiting here for weeks, returned to Little Rock yesterday. Miss Minnie Martin of Little Rock arrived for a stay with her sister Mrs Roy M Cotton at the country home north of Hope. Miss Mary Lee Ruggles returned from a pleasant month long vacation in Pittsburg Kansas with friends. Mrs Lila Gillespie and Miss Eleanor Finley have returned from Hot Springs. Miss Margaret Simms came home Sunday night from trips to Memphis Montreal N C Atlantic City and other places. Mrs L W Rogers and daughter Melba spent Sunday at Patmos with relatives.
A column reviews a string of household inventions from door knockers to alarm clocks. Innovations include a one way glass door panel device, a silent alarm feather system, heat patched hosiery repair kit, twin compartment teapots, portable home alarm, ball bearing faucet washer, intrafone home intercom, anti cat pests powder Pussy Seat, indoor clothes drying lockers, and a farm style sub zero locker box for homes.
A fragmented crossword style item listing numerous clues across horizontal and vertical sections. Readable segments include references to animals, colors, architectural terms, and miscellaneous nouns, with scattered fragments suggesting a puzzle or commemorative inscription.
The item lists rapid Q&A covering maritime World War II actions. A British Mediterranean fleet clashed with French warships off Oran, while ships were blockaded near Martinique. It notes Bessarabia retaken by Russia, the Duke of Windsor named governor general of the Bahamas, and a new French government formed at Vichy after France’s surrender.
The text discusses whether to write a recommendation for someone you feel you do not know well enough to endorse and whether to invite older friends to a young guest event. It notes that a frank refusal is acceptable if knowledge is insufficient and suggests inviting permission-based older guests only when appropriate. It also mentions Pennsylvania losing 4.4 million due to funded owl killings under bounty rules.
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