Virginia to Return to Hope Virginia Opens at Rialto Theater
A gay modern comedy drama stars Made leine Carroll and Fred MacMurray in a third team and introduces Stirling Hayden. The film follows a Shenandoah Valley plot of a land rich Old Dominion invaded by Northerners, centering on a Virginia girl who returns home, discovers her heritage, and balances tradition with romance amid colorful, witty entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madeleine Carroll
Fred MacMurray
Paramount
Virginia
Rialto Theater
Stirling Hayden
Old Dominion
Virginia van Upp
Shenandoah Valley
Social Calendar Details From Local Clubs and Church Groups
Friday events include Cotillion at Miss Daisy Heard’s home and a contract bridge gathering at Mrs. C. C. Lewis’s house. Emanon club meets at Mr. and Mrs. N. I. Jewell’s home. Circle No. 3 of the W. M. 8, First Christian church hosts a meeting at Mrs. Malcolm Porterfinlh’s home. Circles No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3 of Ladies’ Auxiliaries of the First Presbyterian church meet at various homes and church venues. Diary items note a First Presbyterian church gathering at the Fair Park and a 5 o’clock circle at Mrs. B. E. McMahon’s home. Presbyterkin Young People meet for a picnic and swim at Pines on Thursday with Mrs. Hyatt and Mrs. Stonequist coordinating, followed by a bountiful picnic supper for about 30 attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M
First Christian Church
Malcolm Porterfinlh
First Presbyterian Church
Piente
the Fair Park
Presbyterkin
Thoursday
Eupene White
B.C. Hyatt
A. E. Stonequist
Mack Duffie
Young People’s Department
Pines
Thursday Bridge Club guests at Jewell home
Members of the Thursday Bridge club and two guests, Mrs. J. F. Gorin and Mrs. Kim Henry, visited the home of Mrs. N. T. Jewell Thursday afternoon. Two tables were set up in the reception room adorned with summer flowers. A dainty gift was given to Mrs. Gorin for the guest high score, and the hostess served a salad course after the games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jewell
J. F. Gorin
Kim Henry
N. T. Jewell
Local social notes list weekend visitors and guests
Miss Nell Louise Broyles will arrive from Arkadelphia to spend the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Broyles, while Miss Evelyn Crews and Mr. George T. Crews will host Dallas guests. The Reverend Marry Wintermeyer visited a 4 H Camp at the University of Arkansas on his return from Sewanee. Other locals host relatives and friends from Missouri, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Memphis for summer visits and a revival meeting in Fouke, Arkansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nell Louise Broyles
Arkadelphia
2. C. Broyles
Evelyn, Crews of
Dallas
George T. Crews
G. T. Crews
Marry Wintermeyer
University of the South
Sewanee
University of Arkansas
Skipper Had Continues To Lead Convoy Across Atlantic
The fleet moved under captain Percival guiding merchant ships with shipboard dogs and signaling, freighters speeding when captains lagged. Lookouts scanned the sea for submarines and the horizon for potential raids as day turned to night. On the sixth day, five four engined Focke Wulf planes appeared, halting no surface battles or periscope contacts, but threat remained as munitions neared England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percival
England
Courage Under Fire A World War II Sea Rescue Tale
A sea base in occupied France reports a convoy under attack as planes struck from above. Destroyers’ barrages kept bombs high, yet twelve direct hits sank the S S Appleton. Captain Percival, severely injured, ordered lifebelts and lifeboats readied, while seaman Watts stayed behind to aid, helping secure confidential papers before the ship vanished beneath the waves as destroyers evacuated survivors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
S. S. Appleton
Percival
Seaman Watts
Watts
Love and doubt swirl around Barbara and Dugan in reunion
Barbara faces love choice as Dugan Blake returns to Oklahoma after Briar Hill game. Larry Grover presses for commitment while Barbara weighs passion against practicality. Unspoken tensions rise at country club as Dugan’s presence haunts her plans for happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dugan
Barbara
Hank
Dagens
Harbara
Larry
Dugan Blake
Uncle Hank
Larry Grover
Oklahoma
Briar Hill
Spring Mountain
New York
Chase
Sticks
Germany Warns Iran Over Expelling Germans
In Ankara a German ambassador reportedly warned Iran that Germany would sever diplomatic relations if Tehran expelled German nationals under British pressure. The report says the warning was delivered Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ankara
Germany
Iran
Persia
Arkansas Seeks Permanent Buildings for Proving Ground
Arkansas citizens urge federal officials to replace temporary structures at Hone Proving Ground with permanent buildings. Congressman Oren Harris confirms support and notes War Department plans for a permanent project beyond the emergency. A statistic states about 25 percent of the 65 million U.S. women are employed outside the home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkansas
U. S
Indiana
Harris
Oren Harris
Jo Neal
Governor Adkins
Structural Clay Products Institute
Washington
Hone
War Department
United States
Nazis claim drive to circle Odessa cuts rail link
Berlin reports of a Soviet attack on Berlin conflict with German claims. German communique notes minor damage while spokesmen say the bombers were British. The British air ministry denies bombing Berlin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
London
Red Airforce
Seafaring Return From Sinkings Ends With Hope
Captain Percival, in a wheelchair at his seaport home, recalls a convoy that sank ships but still reached port. Bombers left, their loads sunk to the ocean floor, yet the convoy survived. He notes a wedding anniversary gift gone, but most cargo including guns and medical supplies made it home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percival
Virginia
Petition to dissolve Redland District and annex lands in Hempstead
A petition claimed by majority electors of Kenlynn School District No. 18-B seeks Hempstead County Board of Education approval to dissolve Redland School District and annex land between Ozun Creek forks to Clow and Blevins districts. It proposes Clow receive one third and Blevins two thirds of assets and obligations. hearing set for August 23, 1941 in Hope Arkansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenlynn
Hempstead County
Arkansas
Ozun Creek
Clow
Redland
North Fork
Oran Creek
Blevins
Blevins School District No. 2
County Board of Education
Make Your Own Lampshades
Cotton lampshades trend this winter invites DIY or store bought options. Gather mercerized cotton, two lamp frames, seam tape and two yards of wide rayon or bright cotton ribbon for lining. For a twin set, use an old table or shelf with a matching ruffled skirt, a mirror, and a padded box stool to complete the dressing table setup.
Berlin Press Attacks U S Move on Defense Bases
Berlin newspapers publish stern editorials asserting that U S negotiations failed, denouncing the acquisition of naval and air bases in Central and South America. They claim pressure on Latin American countries and accuse Washington of securing bases under false civilian aviation pretenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Central
South America
U. S
Red Sailors Impact on Balfic Front Recaptures Villages
Dispatches report sailors from the Red Navy deployed with Russian ground forces on the Balfic front recapturing a village. The article notes modern lifestyle commentary about dating a modern girl and needing a car, reflecting era tone.
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Moscow
Red Navy
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Betty Grable
Saenger
20Th Century-Fox
Augustaty Cotillion Club
Daisy Dorothy Heard
C. C. Lewis
Emanon
Mrs. N. I. Jewell
First Presbyterian
Mack Stuart
Ladies' Aux
Winry
The
My. B.C. Hyatt
Ladies’ Auxiliary
First Presbyterean Church
Missouri
Tte Theatres Saenger
San Antonio Rose
Sun
Miami
Tam
Sawyer
Rialto
Matinee
Weel
Thues
Three Legionnaires
Moun
Mary
Janet Lumley
Ft. Sill
Okla
McRae Lemley
Lemey
Une
I. E. Siepel
Milas Margaret Siepel
Catherine Smith
Elbert
George Sienpel
Plymouth
J. J. Battle
Fulton
City
Dan F. Meekstroth
Cleveland
Ohio
Meekstroth
Cleveland Trust Co
Baillefield of Love
Madeleine Er Carroll - Macmurray
Wil Stirling Haydon
Helen Broderich
Watie Wikken
Gatchyn Log
Birctie
Coward R. Qribhito
Lessons IN Love
Jerry Brondfield
NEA Service, Inc
O’neal
Odessa
Odessa- Kiev
Glamour Town
Lovelies
Pancest
Aiety
A , Danone
Don Ameche
Rosert Cummings
Charlotte Greenwood
Jack Haley
Beret
Landiselt Wright, Sr
Walt Ieeb
Oarsaw
FOX Picture
Nostradamus
Tom Sawyer
Lisbon
U.S
Red
WEA
Gibber
Gabber
Kelly
Automotive Supply Co
Perkison’s Jewelry Store
Russell’s Cafe
Doors South of Hope Star
DRS
Chas. A
Ettae
Champlin
Osteopathic
Hope
South Elm St
H. T. Shull
S. Walnut St
Hope, Ark
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