14 Jan 1931
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1931
Page
1
The Star publishes candidate announcements for the Pemocentic primary election city race. Mayors include Dorsey McRae Jamison Ruff Boyett Giles H. Gibson. aldermen Bartlett Coop Garner Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4. treasurer Dale C. Jones and J. W. Harper.
The Star endorses a program to harness municipal power revenue to grow Hempstead county resources. It backs paving programs in 1931, improved sanitation, and alley improvements, urging support for chamber and county highway construction. It calls for cooperative farmer groups, state highway reform, and efficient government through prudent expenditures.
The Arkansas Gazette reports on a Memphis meeting of Southern agriculture leaders who seek legislative control of cotton acreage. Texas official W A Canon urged a commission to set feasible yields and enforce plant limits with fines, risking court action. Critics warn such measures echo Mussolini and demand decisive Southern leadership or ongoing agricultural distress.
The Western railroads cut maintenance spending by 75 million in the first three quarters of 1930 versus 1929, with Class 1 returns dropping to 3.51 percent from 5.15 percent. Revenue declined about 244 million, prompting warnings that credit could worsen and a crisis may follow unless conditions improve. The industry pledges to aid employment and lower rates to help agriculture, while critics call for fair profits and wiser policy.
IM B Reeser president of the American Petroleum Institute reports partial control of oil production through unitization and proration in key fields. Crude stocks are about 26 million barrels lower than a year ago, with waste outlawed and production steadied by state actions. Demand and refining efficiency are expected to rebound, benefiting both industry and public.
Washington notes report a bitter exchange between Farm Board chairman Alexander Legge and Oklahoma Farmers Union President John A. Simpson over wheat and cotton pricing. Legge, known for blunt retorts, allegedly said critics could go to hell as he defends Farm Board policy while Simpson calls for a Senate investigation. The clash highlights tensions as Legge defies agricultural committee scrutiny and presses for policy moves affecting wheat, cotton, and farm relief amid broader farm bill debates.
NEW HOPE Mr and Mrs D B Watkins made a business trip to Hope Friday. We are sorry to report Mrs Charlie ard is seriously ill and Claude Coxs son has diphtheria. Mrs W D Watkins and her children of Oakland spent Monday with Mrs Sarah Allen of this place. M Dyer of Shower Springs visited friends here Friday. Misses Hazel and Roxie Watkins spent the weekend with home folks. Levi Haire of Washington visited sisters of this place Monday. A
Health is good in the community and court attendance at Prescott is noted. A Saturday night Blair Swings singing pleased attendees. Willie Mitchell of Devon visits relatives while J. E. Dillard and the Martins spend time with Hinton Martin. Red Cross in Nevada county begins a function aiding unemployed with food.
Guernsey basketball team defeated DeAnn 21 to 19 last Friday night at the Armory in Hope. Visitors include Paris Texas natives John Hanchey and family en route to Oklahoma City, and Luther Astin family from near DeAnn recently moved here.
Local note highlights Lacie Rowe’s improved health. Social items mention a party at Mrs. T. C. Johe’s home was well attended, visits by Jacie Mullins and Lillian Caudle, attendance at a ball game in Hope, and a large gathering for Lois Hamilton’s party. Sunday school was canceled due to rain. readers urged to attend next Sunday.
Health news notes Uncle Willis Atkins remains ill but hoped to regain strength soon. A teachers supper and play in Willisville drew several locals who reported a pleasant time. Willisville and Columbus basketball teams lost narrowly to Hope on Saturday with Columbus set to return Friday for another game, inviting the public to attend. Several travelers passed through Monday en route to Prescott to attend "00 art.
A fragmentary summary notes a Harvard Dartmouth chess tournament praised as clean sport. It mentions referee fees for Pempsey at 12500 per bow and comments on boxing audiences and law questions. The text then shifts to local society items: Mrs Bert Uber and daughter visiting Walliant Okdu. Miss Cora Newberry visiting Hope. Miss Jarrell sick. Miss Frances Gibson visiting Emmet. a war party surprise for Mr Col Oplessy. travels to Waleo. Ethel and Pearl Newberry visiting Shover. Mrs TH Roberts returning from Houston. health notes. Mr and Mrs Mune Allen of Briztt Star at Lautherbach. Miss Ovie Mullen of Qui Grave visiting. a party hosted by Mr and Mrs Mannilton at Oakland. Mr Nash moving back to his old place. Miss Mabel Rosenbaum visiting Bright Star with Miss Wievlord Wise.
Mr and Mrs Fred Hunt have moved back to their home here after living in Louisiana where Mr Hunt was connected with a warehouse. Miss Julia Bearden spent last week with her sister Mrs Bill Stroud.
Miss Pearl Winherry spent Wednesday night with Miss Nork Marlar of Falcon. Albert Pierce has returned home from Oklahoma to spend the year at home. Roebert Martin moved back from Tex wkana to near Bodean. Homer Easterling visited his sister Mrs Otis Sims near Hope. Two ball games were played at Pal can school Friday afternoon. Sunday school at Corenth church next Sunday. All are invited and there will be singing at Nichols school house Sunday night.
An advertisement touts Kruschen Salts for fat reduction and overall vitality. A Wisconsin woman claims 11 pounds lost in six weeks and improved energy, with claims of renewed vigor, clearer eyes, and fewer pimples. The ad markets a bottle costing 65 cents for four weeks and recommends daily use, light activity, and diet changes. Ward & Son and Briant's Drug Store are listed as sellers.
A Chicago bus company asks city authorities to review enforcement saying the patrol wagon is taking all their customers, arguing regulatory actions are harming their business.
In Greenville Texas a 15 year old girl describes a health decline marked by nerveiness and low spirits. After starting Cardui she regains appetite strength and weight and resumes her activities. The account cites her mother’s prior success with Cardui and notes many women report benefits. The piece mentions Cardui as a widely used remedy.
The article praises the car for its elegant lines and high quality, noting it accelerates to 55 65 mph and rides smoothly thanks to special springs and Houdaille shock absorbers. It features fully enclosed four wheel brakes and a Triplex glass windshield, promising low upkeep costs and long uninterrupted service. Visit a dealer for a demonstration video and checks.
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