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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1937
Page
4
Insurgent officials announced on Wednesday the surrender of Santander, the last major stronghold on Spain's northwest coast. Government forces reportedly handed over control as insurgent units moved toward the city outskirts, with street fighting aiding the collapse and civil guards and some residents urging capitulation.
San Francisco landlords in Chinatown blame the Chinese practice of pedii for two long vacancies. Robert Troy, building manager, says pedii is a form of blackmail that pressures landlords and prompts tenant creditors to attach debts to property. Notices are posted and fear of reprisals keeps Chinese businessmen from occupying the premises. Tientain is cited as a major source for bristles used in high grade brushes.
Passenger etiquette and tips on tipping for flight or rail travel are discussed. Answers include no tipping on trains generally, lounging pajamas not typical in trailers, reservations usually required for certain coaches, and warnings about dress codes or age restrictions with limited context.
Justice Department agents probed a peonage claim in Clarksdale linking landlord J S. Decker to two Black sharecroppers W Wiggins and Ethel Davis. The men and woman allegedly faced forced servitude to repay a 17d debt, per U S District Attorney Lester M. Sacks.
Washington dispatch reports President Roosevelt naming Hugo Black to the Supreme Court. Critics say Black will influence liberal interpretations, while supporters expect principled rulings. The piece notes Black’s long record and expected impact on the Court as nine justices balance liberal and conservative views.
Senator Joseph Guffey defended the C I Co and denounced steel industry leaders who refused to sign contracts. He warned of a highly financed anti union campaign, urged national coordination, and urged liberal Democrats to unite under the Democratic banner. He anticipated a special session to pass wage, hours, and loan bills.
Mintermine to Suecund reports Indianapolis streetcar system facing bankruptcy amid a thriving bus service plan. The modernization program aims to add 30 miles of track, upgrade schedules, and expand to 325 streetcars and trackless trolleys, with daily ridership rising from 166,000 in 1992 to 212,500.
Austrian officials report Germany has built largely silent military aircraft. Fifteen craft reportedly flew over Tyrol in July bound for Spain. Ground listeners barely detected the machines. a Vienna sentry device picked up only a faint whisper.
Senator Capper and Representative Kind launched a campaign opposing the reciprocal trade pact policy. They denounced the program as selling out farmers for manufacturers. Capper plans to speak at more than 40 fairs and farm events across the Middle West, highlighting fears of declining farm exports and a $490 million impact cited by State Department figures.
AAA officials say new loan and subsidy payments will adjust to cover the gap between average cotton prices and 12 cents a pound for all farmers, rewarding those who reduced acreage. Announcement delayed to late this week as officials seek consensus on the plan and its impact.
Postmaster General Purley vows strict action over a practice of restricting funds to select individuals. The department orders two money orders to be issued, aiming to curb questionable allocations and ensure fair treatment for customers.
Senate leader Barkley said crop control legislation may require a special session if agriculture committees move promptly for the January 1938 crop plant. Roosevelt signed a Social Security outlay bill aiding late states, with 90 percent of unemployment tax collections diverted to the states. Roosevelt also said the judiciary reform bill is a limited advance and that further court reform is needed to ease the Supreme Court’s burden.
The United Spanish War Veterans adopted resolutions Wednesday calling for universal conscription in case of war.
D Lauderbach of Hope submitted the lowest bid at 9800 for four new buildings and improvements at the Fruit and Truck Branch Experiment Station. Five local contractors bid. final contract to be let by the University of Arkansas board of trustees. George W Ware said the project includes two cottages a headquarters building a brick residence for a permanent assistant and several upgrades to existing structures amid an expanded research program expanding into adjoining counties of southwest Arkansas.
An AP feature discusses dandruff causes and home care. It notes 25 million in the U.S. affected, advises healthy scalp through regular washing, proper rinsing, sun exposure with head covering, brushing routines, and antiseptic lotions to relieve flaking. Also includes brief local item on a Toledo theft and a Portland, Maine house description.
Elisabeth May Blondel explains how to elevate a window seat with a coordinated ensemble of curtains pillows and a candlewicking border. The article outlines simple design steps using muslin colors burgundy yellow and white with tufting details and a plain warm finish.
A scrambled report from Cape Town discusses 4,000,000 native owned cattle in the Transkei district raising concerns. Officials doubt how to handle the growth as tensions rise over resource management and regional impacts. The piece hints at broader implications for South Africa’s economy and policy.
Japanese forces suffered heavy losses Wednesday while attempting to land 35 000 troops near Woosung and assault Shanghai. Chinese defenders repelled landings, routed isolated Chinese divisions, and forced retreats along the Woosung Yangtze approaches as foreign districts endured renewed bombardment and fear. The clash marked a tense, high casualty effort to reinforce Shanghai’s fronts and disrupt Chinese defenses.
Bernice Graves appeals for help locating her missing stepson Alfonzo Graves, 12, who vanished from home nearly three weeks ago near Hope Arkansas. The Hope Star received two notes from a person signing LE ARMSTRONG claiming Alfonzo is with them near Sutton, eight miles east of Hope. The notices are dated August 23 1837 and originate from Kawnett Rou.
Cotton market notes from New Orleans show activity opening Wednesday at 966 and chasing at 9.52. Spal cotta ele Jour withings Wet quiet five points indicate a subdued session with minor price moves and few new bids.
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