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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1940
Page
4
An OCR fragment describes early March scenes after a routine bombing raid. The text references draped figures and a gobe or Geile urn amid mumbled words, suggesting a casualty or memorial context. The readable portion hints at war damage and aftermath.
Military sources report continued bombardment and fresh rounds on the front in early dawn operations. British naval base at Alexandria attacked while convoys in the eastern Mediterranean engage allied escorts, with air and sea actions ongoing. London's only woman tea drinker reportedly subsists on a daily cup count far below normal limits.
Britain faces food scarcity as Germany targets convoys and towns. The Ministry of Food weighs mass feeding to support low income families while rationing and price controls strain households. Officials study private feeding before possible community programs amid rising costs and dwindling milk and meat access.
In London's Delgarno Gardens Estate a kitchen experiment run by women volunteers with professional cooking experience serves meals to nearly 2060 people daily. Initial losses gave way to profits and Ministry hope for a national food solution amid wartime concerns. Officials caution about public access to information and discuss alien registration under the 1940 act, stressing no plan for camps and urging voluntary citizenship.
Kiwanis notes argue that foreign agents in the U S are chosen to resemble average citizens and that true detection requires trained operators. They warn amateurs often harm more than help, pursuing neighbors under pretext of authority, and urge experts instead.
The speaker contends that defense is America’s top issue impacting all citizens. He urges careful action to preserve liberty and freedom while addressing national security, warning against harming the very values sought to protect.
Mrs Plain Jones has always been American in life and habits yet lived abroad for fifteen years. She rejected most things American until recent changes forced her to confront her identity. She reflects on belonging, assimilation, and pride in country after a surprising moment among former compatriots.
An AP feature notes the rise of going Dutch in American life tied to budgeting and independence. It advises women to propose paying their share at meals and social events, including tips, and suggests men are generally more considerate about covering costs. The piece discusses cigarette smoking norms and social expectations at gatherings, urging clear, upfront arrangements.
For the first time in fifteen years she sets foot on American soil, posing for ship news photographers. She expresses pride that Tim is an American citizen while Mrs. Plains Jones dismisses the moment with a curt, sharp remark about the wait.
The Commissioner of Revenues of Arkansas issued permit No. 276 to Porterfield's Liquor Store for retail sale of vinous or spirituous liquors at 108 En at Second Street Hope Arkansas. Permit dated 1 July 1940 expires 30 June 1941. Also permit No. 461 issued to Jett Williams for 1085 Walnut Street Hope for beverage sale with an August 1941 end date.
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