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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1940
Page
6
Baseball Rules Committee, in Belgeair Florida, ended the sacrifice fly ruling. A batter will now receive a time at bat when a long fly scores a teammate from third, altering batting averages for stars like Joe DiMaggio and Rogers Hornsby. Clark Griffith called the rule change a burial of a bad credit to the batter.
A testimonial claims Adlerika clears pimples by cleansing both bowels. The speaker credits improved skin to the product and mentions Gibson Drug Co as a source. The quote highlights temporary constipation relief as a secondary benefit.
The Donovan family reels from a lurid newspaper story about Dan as Katie collapses drunk. Ling and Susette rush to support, while Dan and Mike grapple with the scandal and family expectations. The scene ends with a tense implication of an upcoming Plaza dinner and a continued cliffhanger.
Columbus High School basketball split a three game series with Blevins teams as Columbus Juniors edged Blevins Juniors while Blevins Senior Girls routed Columbia. Columbus Senior boys posted a 10 to 16 score as Washington is cited. The text also includes stray notes on baseball and rule changes and political chatter.
Washington demand grows for modifying the state federal unemployment insurance system as the payroll tax funds rise to about a billion and a half dollars while many small firms struggle with payments. The U S Chamber of Commerce reports protests and complaints about the tax’s burden and the merit rating system.
The report lists bowling results for Tuesday February 13 with scores and placements, highlighting top finishers and standout performances from local players.
Liberty Hill club met February 6 at Mrs. C. P. Lane home with tight members present due to sickness. Mrs. H. K. Byers presided and discussed new business and a demonstration by Miss Fletcher. Next meeting is March 3 at J. T. Buttler’s home with a state visitor inviting mothers with babies for a clinic.
Washington observed turmoil within Pennsylvania Democrats as Guffey’s push to control the slate unraveled. Roosevelt’s White House talks, Bullitt’s missing role, and a CIO bid by Kennedy sparked a party split. Jones edged Guffey in a primary, signaling deep wounds and likely GOP gains.
A tangled report describes publican candidates and power plays over Senate and gubernatorial races. Guffey seeks healing while Jones and Musciano rise as potential nominees. The state central committee balks, edging toward fielding Kelly of Philadelphia and risking a party split. Bullitt weighs support, while Guffey vows vigor amid Pennsylvania political combat. John Barrymore referenced as a cultural aside.
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