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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1940
Page
2
Columbus gymnasium hosted a tight contest as Ashdown edged independent basket 31 to 29. Dillard and McJan Caldwell stood out for the luibus squad. Columbus coaches plan to boost effort the same night with juniors at 6:20 and seniors to follow Friday night January 12.
Downes notes bugaboo issues and ghost stars in the south as governors voice enthusiasm for a crusading pitch. He says the South is more alive in New Jersey, with a growing public interest and active units formed by governors’ conference groups to pursue trail-blazing ideas and correspondence across states.
John reflects on the 1930s era of government involvement in private life and the shifting labor and industry landscape. He notes farm policy effects, rising production needs, and the broader impact of global tyranny, realizing the Thirties were harder for many beyond his own family.
Arkansas leaders from industry and farming survey 1940 prospects. Chairman Thirties era reforms at Arkansas Power & Light and local coal, rice, and farm bureaus predict improved purchasing power, investment plans, and employment with weather and national policy factors shaping outcomes. Notable figures include Thirties-era executives and farm officials from Pine Bluff, Stuttgart, Hot Springs, Little Rock, and Fort Smith.
A science feature asks how a developing stream of new ideas relates to social structure, roles, and governance as nine men ponder implications for culture, policy, and daily life.
Col T H Barton, president of Lion Oil Refining Co of El Dorado, forecasts 1940 as a relatively active year with higher earnings overall after 1939. He notes rising petroleum demand, strong crude reserves gains in South Arkansas, and promising exploration in Magnolia, Atlanta, Shuler and Dorcheat. Barton links livestock growth and new industries to brighter state prosperity.
Pine Bluff Zebras shut out Baton Rouge Bulldogs 26 0 before about 12 000 at LSU stadium. Bob and Ray Hutson scored all four Pine Bluff touchdowns with help from Eddie Atkinson and Leftwich, as Baton Rouge struggled to mount offense despite Suleer Harris threat. Arkansas Governor Carl Bailey and Pine Bluff Mayor J B McGaughy attended.
Finnish forces repelled Russian raids along the Manoerheiny line as the third battle saw Reds driven back across the border near Kuhme about 50 miles north of Lieksa in central Finland. Fin nish troops clashed into Soviet territory near Salla as rail lines faced pressure following border pressures.
The official news agency announced that the 16,732 ton German liner St. Louis slipped through the British naval blockade and reached a home harbor Monday after seven months absence. The Ottomans created a standing army in 402 from Christian child levy, becoming the Janissaries.
A Green Family reunion gathered at the family home on Sunday to honor Mrs. Sallie Green born December 27, marking the birthday of the late Mrs. Green. Attendees included F. P. Citly, G. S. Smith, Carole Carrigan, Lou Hyatt, 7. K. Green, Dan Green, O. R. Green and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The article recalls New Orleans growth from 1840 as Jackson Square brewery site, tied to Jackson statue branding, and notes the 1990 cornerstone for a Jackson Square brewery. It highlights the Fabacher family leadership with Lawrence Sr and then Lawrence Jr advancing the Jackson Brewing Company.
A fragmented report notes multiple small fines for disorderly conduct and drunkenness. Individuals named include Jim dson Costa Roba Wayne Vines Aubrey Sutton Eun Bennett Nathan Coleman Johnny Eubanks Archice Hansitton Jack Friesan and others, each fined ten dollars or forfeiting cash.
Washington reports the Social Security program began full operation with elderly workers and survivors eligible for monthly pensions. First checks near February. estimates project 900,000 beneficiaries and $100 million in 1940 payments. Benefits vary by wage credits and marriage status, with caps for married couples. The act covers industrial and commercial workers, excluding farm and domestic workers and some nonprofit employees.
In Magnolia a 39 year old man, Mag B Cheyver, is held on first degree murder charges after his wife, Ovella Cleavers, dies. Fire investigators and a coroners jury ruled natural causes. an insurance policy for 3500 with double indemnity is noted. The case involves severed telephone wires and a hotel fire scene near the tourist couch.
Ferdinand, Indus town notes the retirement of a veteran wooden shoe cobbler group founder after four decades in southern India’s German-speaking firm. The piece recalls birch and willow shoes selling for 18 cents, with patrons and workers leaving shoes at the door as they entered.
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