Evening notes and social greetings in Texarkana paper
Local column lists guests and visits from Francis Green of Houston to Mrs. Spraggins, Rev. Booth, Mrs. McWilliams, and others. It covers bridge club gatherings in Brookwood and East Third street, weekend visitors in Shreveport, and assorted family updates and illness notes among Texarkana area residents.
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Francis Green
Houston
Spraggins
Harvey D. Booth
Booth
E. M. McWilliams
McWilliams
Searcy
Comer Boyett
Shreveport
C. Anderson
Colorado City
Trawn
Texas
East Third Street
College Speakers Debate Tax Issue
Magnolia hosts a practice debate after a postponement of the first scheduled talk by Little Rock Junior College. The question: should at least half of state and local revenues come from sources other than tangible property. Positive team: Thad Martin and Der ward Deer. Negative team: Jack Wagoner and Christine Scott. Executive committees of Magnolia A and M college women plan furnishing a new clubhouse with Mary Catherine Williamson presiding.
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Magnolia
Little Rock Junior College
Magnolia A. & M
Thad Martin
el Dorado
Derward Deer
Rolla
Jack Wagoner
Colfax
Christiné Scott
Camden
Magnolia A. & M. College
Memorial Park
Mary Catherin Williamson
Frances Drake
Hope
Clara Russell
DeKalb
Texas
Virginia Beene
Mary Catherine Williamson
Lois Armstrong
Waldo
Beatrice Alexander
Atlanta
Waldine Williams
Delight
Valdine May
Buckner
Jack Witt Pledged Delta Kappa Alpha at Hendrix Campus
Conway Ark Jack Witt son of Mr and Mrs Theo P Witt of Hope was one of fourteen pledges announced by Delta Kappa Alpha social fraternity at the close of the first rush week on the Hendrix campus Seventy four pledges were announced forty three to the four fraternities and thirty one to the three sororities Delta Kappa Alpha under the leadership of Sam Richmond of Russellville Witt is active in student organizations and a member of the College TM C A
Stamps Meet Guard Monday In Hope Log Cabin Gym
The Hope National Guard basketball team will face the Stamps Y M C A cagers in the Log Cabin gymnasium at Stamps Monday night. The Guard has one win over the Stamps this season, making this the second clash between the teams.
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Hope National Guard
Stamps Y. M. C. A
Log Cabin
Stamps
Jones
Bobcats
Lewisville
Hope
Magnolia
Pace of free advertising raises questions on accuracy
The letter criticizes a free advertising program for inaccuracies and hints at improper credits and refunds. It recounts a January payment of 1000 dollars, mentions a bookkeeper, and cites issues with canceled applications, hot checks, and license plate payoffs. The writer invites certain skeptics to respond.
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Walter Needham
Zangara
New MELLO-GLO Face Powder Promises Youthful Skin
A new French process MELLO-GLO face powder is advertised to spread smoothly, last longer, hide fine lines, reduce pores, banish shine, and avoid irritation. It is priced at one dollar plus tax and touted as fragrance laden with a natural finish.
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Japan Loaths to Invade Jehol Say Officials
The article reports that Japan has no treaty basis to invade Jehol and that the central government has ordered resistance. It notes strong public support and views among neutral diplomats that a Japanese move on Jehol could ignite a major Far East crisis, potentially the worst since the Russo Japanese war.
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Japan
Manchuria
Jebel
Far East
Jehol
One Sure Way to End Coughs and Colds
Advertises Creomulsion as a two fold remedy for persistent coughs and colds. Claims creosote and additional healing elements soothe inflamed membranes and inhibit germs. Promises stomach absorption and blood circulation to stop irritation and rebuild the system.
High School Stunt Contest Rules and Prizes Announced
Ten groups may stage a 10 stage performance with tickets at the door. Stunts judged by choice presentation and audience response. Three judges with final decision. Preliminary run off selects top five. Advisory board named Miss Stuart Miss Cannon and Mr Bruce. Admission 15 and 25 cents. Enter by 22 February at or before 10 o clock. No professionals allowed. Grand prize five dollars in gold second prize 1.50. For information contact Mr Durham at the High School. List stunt early to resolve ties.
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Miss Stuart
Miss Cannon
Bruce
Durham
Mr. Durham
McCaskill Phone Exchange to Open
Construction on the McCaskill telephone exchange nears completion with 80 phones planned for McCaskill and surrounding area. Wiring should finish this week and operations start by end of February. A toll line will run to Prescott linking with Mid-West States Utilities lines.
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McCaskill
J. H. Barnes
McCaskill Telephone Company
Prescott
Arkansas primary law adds second runoffs in August
Arkansas statutes now require a second primary on the second Tuesday after the general primary held every other year. Governor Furrell signed both bills after lawmakers urged the change, with provisions mirroring the McElhannon measure and aiming to curb political machine influence.
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Littl Rock
Ronoff
Arkansas
Furrell
McElhannon
Ouschita
Girls to Battle for Hempstead County Title
Nine girl basketball teams meet Saturday at the Armory on South Walnut for the Hempstead county crown. Games begin at 8 a.m. and run through the day to a night championship. The winner advances to the district meet in Ashdown. Strong contenders include Blevins, Saratoga, and Columbus, with Henry Yocum and Carl Gilbert as referees. Matchups: Guernsey vs Blevins, Saratoga vs Rocky Mound, DeAnn vs Fulton, Fatmos vs Columbus.
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Hempstead
Armory
South Walnut Street
Ashdown
Blevins
Saratoga
Columbus
Henry Yocum
Spring Hill
Carl Gilbert
Guernsey
Rocky Mound
DeAnn
Fulton
Fatmos
Triple murder found by newsboy at Porky’s Place in midtown
A newsboy discovers two men dead with gunshot wounds at Porky’s Place a midtown speakeasy early Monday. The victims include a young brunette identified as John Egan a known bandit and burglar who fled Sing Sing last December and Michael Griffin 45 a bartender. Another item reports a bear named Fete killed by police in Columbus Ohio after its behavior endangered people.
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New York
Porky
John Egan
Sing Sing
Michael Griffin
Record shows 1832 export surplus amid favorable trade
The report notes an export surplus as a rare country with favorable trade. It cites a 1,199 finmarks excess of exports over imports, about 17.85 dollars at current rate. In ten months of 1996 ports valued at 200 million, with imports down.
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