Senator Schwellenbach Seen as Deep Liberal on Court Choice
Bruce Catton profiles Senator Lewis Baxter Schwellenbach of Washington as a hard working liberal with a strong New Deal record. He highlights his legal mind, human-centered approach, isolation from recreation, and early career arc from Spokane peddler to Washington senator, plus debate over a Roosevelt Court appointment.
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Bailey Vetoes Bill Cutting Automobile Licenses
Governor Bailey vetoed Senate Bill 44 which would reduce automobile license fees from 32 to a lower amount, arguing the move would hinder refunding the state's 141 million highway indebtedness. Senator Kimney pushed for an override. the vote in the senate was 30 to 0 and in the house 81 to 0. The veto message warns creditors and bondholders of potential litigation and notes the refunding effort aims to free funds for road construction and tax relief.
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Permit for New Gas Line Argued in Federal Hearing
The Louisiana Nevada Transit Co proposed reduced rates to municipalities while seeking approval to move natural gas from Cotton Valley in Webster Parish, Louisiana to Okay, Arkansas for Ideal Cement. PAW. A Delaney Jr testified about a 10 year supply contract with the Arkansas branch at a 10 cent price set by Arkansas Louisiana Gas for three years. Objections argued the rate testimony is beyond the commission's scope, noting the contract with the cement plant and the risk of losing that industrial customer could raise costs for other customers.
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Softball Teams to Meet on Thursday Night at The Star Office
A softball organization meeting will be held at The Star Office at 7 30 Thursday night to discuss new reflectors league rules and other matters. Attendance is urged to plan practice next month and the season opening likely in April. Sponsors from last year and new sponsors are invited.
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Thought Hope Springs Eternal in the Ju Wan Breast
A fragment reflecting on enduring hope and human longing, with archaic phrasing suggesting a literary or poetic source. The lines evoke a sense of perennial optimism amid flawed humanity, implying a timeless meditation on desire and blessing.
Floating Mine Blamed for Loss of Mystery Ship
Washington Navy chief hydrographer said a floating mine may have sunk the unidentified ship reported torpedoed in the Atlantic. He noted a January 27 sighting by the California Standard about 600 miles southwest of the Azores, with currents possibly carrying the mine to the position. British ship Peden afloat after SOS. owners say vessel sending the SOS was not the Peejen.
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No Higher Taxes for Business Warned by Morgenthau
Secretary Morgenthau told business leaders that they need not fear new taxes and may see improvements in present taxes to aid business. He urged Congress to review tax laws for deterrents that could hinder further business commitments.
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Martindale Heads Local Health Unit
The State Board of Health on Thursday announced appointments of county health unit directors for the state. The list includes Hempstead county with Dr. J. G. Martindile in Hope.
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Benton Forfeits Tilt to Bobcats in Pine Bluff Tourney
Hope High School leaders of the Arkansas High School conference with seven wins against one loss will travel to Pine Bluff for the Big 15 tournament. School officials announced Benton forfeited to Hope and withdrew from the conference, clearing the way for Hope to advance.
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Tadey's Lenten Question on Page Two
Riddling prompt asks who is the only woman named with an age in the New Testament. The puzzle teases readers to find the answer on Page Two.
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Dorsey M Rae Home Damaged by Fire in Hope
Fire damaged the Dorsey McRae Home at 1123 East Third Street to about 2500 dollars after a roof spark started the blaze at 10 40 a m Thursday. Water caused plaster damage and ruined furniture as Hope Fire Department battled the fire. Nearby, Hempstead and Nevada counties schedule basketball tournaments with multiple games in Saratoga Guernsey Spring Hill Prescott and Prescott venues over the coming weekends.
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McCall Loses Last Legal Move In Fla Election Case
U S Fifth Circuit senior judge Rufus E Foster denied an application for Writ of probable cause that would have stayed Friday's election in Relford Florida for Franklin Pierre McCall 22 charged in the Eddusp staging of James Bailey Cash 3 years old There are no icebergs in the northern Pacific Ocean.
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Arkansas House Debates Education and Marriage Age Bills
The Arkansas House discusses the Smith-Bryson textbook uniform adoption bill, a proposed change to marriage age limits, and a liquor regulation measure. An administration-backed substitute may be introduced. Debates touch on education uniformity, parental consent for marriages, and tightening liquor industry controls.
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Temperature Drops to 22 on Thursday
Weather records show a Thursday low of 22 degrees, two degrees above the year's record low of 20 set Wednesday morning. Forecast calls for a fair, warmer Thursday night into Friday across the area.
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