15 Jan 1941
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1941
Page
1
A scrambled OCR line mentions chairs and attendees at a meeting with unclear names. No concrete events, dates, or organizations are legible. The readable text hints at a discussion or seating arrangement but lacks substantive details.
Notice is given that the executor of the estate of W S Duckett deceased will offer for sale on Tuesday January 28 at the east door of the art House in Hope Arkansas between legal hours the lands described in Section 20 21 28 and 29 Township 10 South Range 24 West totaling about 305.7 acres plus 80 acres East Half of Northwest Quarter of Section 28 all in Stead County subject to widow Alia A Duckett dower. Sale to satisfy debts with note and approved surety and a lien to secure purchase price. H M Stephens executor.
In Hempstead County Arkansas a petition seeks confirmation of title to lands described as Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter and South Half of Northwest Quarter in Section 24 Township 13 South Range 28 West containing 120 acres more or less. Persons claiming any interest are warned to appear at the next March term to show cause why title should not be confirmed. Witness J P Byers clerk. Dated January 1 1941.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls earlier senate customs from weapon checks to gallery crowds and strict rules. It mentions Foote Sauls and Frau Schreiber, the shift in decorum since 1924, and changes in drinking tobacco and social conduct on the floor. The piece contrasts past proprieties with present leniency and lingering memories of senate rituals.
Paragraph notes Paraguay as one of two inland South American nations with hookworm as a common disease. It mentions visitors must report to police on arrival and seek a permit to leave. A 1936 decree bans entry of Jews regardless of nationality, and Faraguayans are aware of annual restrictions.
Hollywood notes from PAUL HARRISON survey a trend of photographed stars moving into film work. Elyse Knox is highlighted as a rising model turned actor, suggesting further such transitions may reward filmmakers if more figures follow.
Elyse Knox, once a magazine model in New York, moved to Hollywood after a talent scout saw her in a Fox short. She quickly rose from small parts to a leading role in Show Business with an initial contract from RKO, while earlier flirtations with Fox projects faded.
Marsha defies Paul by planning a Sunday trip to see Bill at a camp. She hides driving plans, hides the affair emotions, and battles guilt as Paul insists on joining. The tension grows as she aims to keep Bill and Martha apart from Paul while navigating wartime restraint and desire.
The unknown heirs of John Harmon and Mrs. John Harmon are warned to appear in court within thirty days to answer the plaintiff's complaint in Hempstead County Arkansas. Clerk J. P. Byers signs the notice dated January 1 with seals and court dates.
Byng High School of Ada Oklahoma, four year Oklahoma championship contenders, faces Willisville in Willisville on Friday January 17. The Willisville team has beaten Arkansas state champions thrice this season and remains unbeaten. Guards and forwards include Lowise Shaublefont Matse Martin Herring Ihogene Munn Metelene Mortle Marc arelle Torviig Mary Lea Bailey.
Bowling results for Monday January 1, 190 show Notvllog ftesults with several local bowlers posting notable scores. The report highlights top players from area leagues and indicates ongoing standings in the season.
Mr and Mrs Grayden Anthony spent last week in Hot Springs with the McCaskill and Petvete families. Mr and Mrs Bob Petvete extended greetings and shared local news.
Hesii of Port Arthur stayed with sister Ms. C A Hamilton. Forest Borroughs traveled to Alabama this weekend with his father and brother, visiting extended family. Mr and Mrs Hi B Bley visited daughter Mrs Alvis Stokes at Delight. Fletcher Rhodes of Port Arthur spent weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs J D Rhodes. Miss Jean Shuffield of Magnolia spent weekend with her parents, and Miss Bonnie Anthony visited her family.
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