23 Feb 1931
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1931
Page
1
The Star outlines municipal power plant goals to develop Rope social resources and pave roads in 1951. It notes improved sanitary conditions and all weather road plans funded yearly. The piece highlights Chamber of Commerce support and county highway reforms aiding farmers and local organizations.
John iairman of the Chase Bank of New York told the Cleveland Chamber of Commerce that exporters face the full impact of foreign loans and tariffs. He urged careful shifts in policy, reducing wages and debt pressures to boost export volume and restore balance between domestic production and foreign markets.
The piece discusses Einstein’s warning that science risks becoming mankind’s master. It notes mechanization displacing workers, poisons from chemistry, and aviation as military power. It frames science progress with social responsibility and questions continual technological acceleration.
Rodney Dutcher recalls the 1941 push to cash World War I veterans’ adjusted compensation certificates. Supporters argued cash would inject 3.5 billion dollars into circulation and aid veterans, while Treasury and bankers warned of bond market risk and debt disruptions. Key figures like Mellon and Owen D. Young opposed, favoring extended loans instead and delaying or defeating broad cash payments.
Hope city conducts a complete census to determine exact population and upgrade status. Many local residents are noted visiting or traveling, including Crit Stuart from Columbus and Hal Norwood from Mena, with several others visiting Camden and Memphis.
A surgeon pens a play asking if he will select a plaster cast while Captain Campbell races at 245 mph through traffic. A famed music publisher funds charities to the tune of $100,000. A young Scottish student studies economics for thrift ideas. Owen D Young declines presidential bid, sticking to his plans.
Washington transcript shows beef retail prices rising over 11 years while wholesale prices fell, with a widening gap. Retailer witness cites higher overheads and consumer demand. livestock group blames chain stores for higher marketing costs. Capper notes bread and meat prices too high in some cities. sugar prices appear normal. Report to be issued next week.
Detroit audience hears Christine Frederick describe the depression as shaping American character. She credits the low mood with promoting thrift at home, curbing nightlife, and boosting focus on economy and household operation while advocating expanded demand for affordable household appliances.
Oklahoma City reports plans for a statewide quilting project at the governor's mansion next May. Mrs. William H. Murray will select one woman aged over 15 from each of Oklahoma’s 77 counties to contribute a black quilt and reveal her life story in a bound “Book of the Quilt” to be displayed in the Oklahoma Historical Building.
Lon Cook publicity agent for the Milwaukee Road was saved from severe injury when a fountain pen absorbed the impact as he fell on a sharp edged stone step. He suffered two broken ribs but survived the accident in Spokane Washington.
Bridgeport forum hears Dr Henry Ticbout of the Institute of Child Guidance in New York warn that the child type resembling Lord Fauntleroy is not normal and is subject to savage repression. The remarks were delivered at a United Church forum level in Bridgeport, Conn.
Under Act No 32 of the 1931 General Assembly approved by Governor Parnell on February 18 1931 commercial fishers using hoop nets trot lines or collecting freshwater mussels may operate without a license until March 31 1931 but must obtain a license by that date. Violators face a misdemeanor and fines starting at 25 dollars.
Glacier Park naturalist GLACIER, Mont G C Ruble notes rabbits form a main food source for many birds and carnivores, boosting overall wilderness prosperity when abundant. He observes rising rabbit and grouse reports this year, alongside a surprising drop in weasels which may help grouse and rabbits numbers, while the vanished weasel question remains unresolved.
In Bridgeport Connecticut Colonel Ben Levine of Providence urged county bottlers to favor ginger ale over beer calling it a better stimulant. He spoke to the County Bottlers' Association arguing for beverage substitution and industry impact.
U R J Sears rides a home made sleigh built from a hogshead in Gardiner Maine. The contraption uses barrel ends as footboard and back-rest, with runners reinforced by buggy irons. The note praises war veterans and the Legion’s push for disabled care and rehabilitation services.
In Darby Pennsylvania a couple posing as fur buyers obtained a check from Mrs J W Neilson Bywood. After leaving her home only the check number 420 remained readable and the couple vanished. The incident followed an advertisement for a fur coat at 65 dollars and she recalls no other details about the strangers.
An unnamed man in Lake Wales Florida mailed a note to a Seattle streetcar rider claiming a debt with interest. The coin increase cited was 14 cents for a ride taken in 1918 while the rider attended the University of Washington naval training station. He describes crowded cars and employees unable to handle tail counts, resulting in his bumming a ride when broke.
A 11 year sufferer named Chas Blair endorses a glycerin buckthorn bark saline mixture called Adierkika as a quick two hour remedy that cleanses both upper and lower bowels, removing poisons and leaving a feeling of renewal. John S. Gibson Drug Company advertises the product directly.
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