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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1938
Page
8
Bright holiday styling tips from the era describe metallic foil ornaments, electric lights, and snow garlands to brighten homes. Suggestions include blue and silver themes, Santa cutouts, wreaths, and pine boughs, with instructions on table centerpieces and wiring greens for festive decor.
New York reports Albert N. Cherny, called a mystery man in a smuggling case linked to George Burns and others, pleaded innocent to latest indictments after Burns pleaded guilty in a separate case. Cherny’s stance suggests he will challenge both cases, while a federal grand jury inquiry continues and witnesses like Miss d Arville are questioned about social circles surrounding the Langrs and a controversial dinner with Rose Weber.
The government inquiry centers on Ela and Banas with Mrs Lawer alleged to have conspired with Chiag er to obtain an order. Pieharvdl peared as the carrier, while Burs asserted the jewelry claim. The case touches Gracie Allen and a Weekly radio program affecting Allen’s public image.
Fragmented notice mentions four farm research stations to be located in a regional area, with scattered references to officials, institutions, and agricultural goals. Unclear names and places but indicates planned establishment and potential oversight by agricultural agencies.
A draft bill seeks to curb football pass plays by the University of Arkansas team during games, aiming to limit backfield moves behind the line. The measure faces a powerful alumni lobby that could delay its passage, with proponents arguing the rule would curb unfair advantages and maintain order on the field.
Dr Estel Sparlin of the University of Arkansas proposed four steps to reform the tax assessment system. He cited a university bulletin based on a survey of 1336 rural properties and 677 Fayetteville Fort Smith Little Rock El Dorado and Jonesboro properties showing under and overassessment patterns. The plan calls for merit-based county assessor selection maps card index systems serial photographs and closer supervision of equalization.
WPA researchers uncover Massachusetts records showing Paul Revere crafted and sold false teeth in Boston, expanding the artisan’s known silverwork legacy with dental items. The find documents his role beyond silversmithing and highlights early colonial dental trades.
President Roosevelt and Anthony Eden conferred about international problems in the White House study for about a half hour. No commitments appeared likely, but both men signaled concern over democratic challenges amid totalitarian aggression and Anglo American relations during Eden's visit after the Munich pact.
The President and Eden spoke of many topics during a brief visit and both agreed it was a very pleasant exchange. Roosevelt said he left it to Eden to explain further, noting their discussion covered a range of matters in a cordial meeting.
Ruth Etting wed Myri Aldeman in BAS Vagas Nevada as the Los Angeles murder trial of her ex-husband Martin Snyder proceeds. Aldeman, a former pianist, is the man Snyder is accused of shooting, linking the ceremony to ongoing courtroom drama.
A fragmented clip notes proposed changes to Ohio marriage laws and hints at broader 1930s social shifts. The passage references curfews derived from couvre-feu and touches on wartime sentiments and stage entertainment amid debates over legality and morality.
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