15 Jan 1940
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1940
Page
1
The 1938 general death rate reached 10.6 per 1000 and infant mortality fell to 50.9 per 1000, the lowest in American history. The article argues Americans should celebrate health advances while stressing continued public effort, medical campaigns, and preventive care to stave off retrogression.
The article explains that ear infections can spread to the mastoid bone behind the ear, causing mastoiditis. It notes the mastoid’s proximity to hearing, balance organs, nerves, and a major blood vessel, making infection serious. It warns that children blowing their noses improperly can drive infection, urging gentle technique with nostrils open.
The doctor explains that a child can develop a wet eardrum and hearing loss from an ear infection. Early treatment with heat and ear drops may relieve pain, but swelling can worsen if untreated. If infection spreads to the mastoid cells, mastoiditis can follow, though with proper care there is a good chance of full recovery.
The piece discusses a smart woman shaping her home to impress guests and balance work, planning menus and hunting for perfect furnishings. It cautions against overanxiousness, urging serene confidence as the sign of belonging. It also notes 1989 gasoline tax revenue surpassing one billion dollars for the first time.
Tax books for special assessments in HOPE Arkansas districts and annexes have been placed in collectors hands. Owners must pay within thirty days or face legal action, penalties, and costs. Notices dated January 1940 issued by JO HN NIE MCCABE and W P AGE E with district details and redemption notes.
Property owners within Hope Arkansas street improvement district number 2 must pay assessments within thirty days. If not paid, suit will be filed to collect the due amounts plus penalties and costs. Note identifies district on East side of Hope and payment to collector W. P. Ager.
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Boots and Her Buddies inform readers of a water outage affecting nearby streets and services. The notice lists affected areas, expected restoration times, and contact details for updates from the utility.
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