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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1933
Page
2
The Star outlines a platform urging use of municipal power plant revenues for Hope City development in 1933, pavement and sanitary improvements, Chamber of Commerce support, a county and state highway program, and cooperative farming efforts. It calls for fiscal reform and efficient government via expenditure systems.
Bruce Catton asks what useful purpose a rocket plane serves as he explains Auguste Piccard’s claim of a 3 mile per second flight. The piece argues rapid globalization challenges prejudices and social habits and warns that a new technology may worsen tensions rather than solve problems.
A melancholy note on President Roosevelt’s Europe voyage and 96 deportees who chose to leave the United States. The piece laments America losing its promise for immigrants and suggests Europe now looks brighter to many.
The Richmond mayor recently cut relations with local papers after criticism, hindering reporters from obtaining information on government activities. The episode highlights press duties to scrutinize public officials and inform readers, with officials who block legitimate news risking exposure of hidden actions.
A Berlin psychiatrist compares views on women to absurd standards while a Cleveland protest figure blames the WCTU for social ills. He argues mood cures rely on spending, and criticizes public attitudes toward female movie stars.
Vanderlip foresees a troubled 1933 with economic worries driven by new remedies and legislative efforts. He notes little current business, slim profit margins, and drastic cost cutting, but sees hope in tighter management. He warns that domestic attempts to liquidate debt may push toward dollar devaluation.
Mars and Jupiter are visible in the evening sky as Mars becomes nearest Earth on March 3. University of Illinois astronomer Robert H. Baker notes favorable viewing conditions from Urbana and surrounding areas.
Twenty five years ago Mr and Mrs Chas Dean led the Van Noy lunch room here and have now accepted new positions with the Van Noy company. They will leave at once for Kansas City. Paul Briant visited Prescott on business Thursday. Miss Lillian Carrigan went to Little Rock Thursday.
City Marshal Rufe Lee is confined to his home by sickness. Mrs C T Crutchfield left this morning for Terrell Texas. Lon Sanders spent yesterday in Little Rock.
A Paris-based group named Groupe Extra-Parlementaire de l Aeronautique has been formed to facilitate passage of aeronautics related legislation. The roster lists many aviation leaders alongside members of Parliament.
Berlin reports a new Junkers four motor monoplane with trailing edge flaps to shorten landing speed. The craft carries thirty three passengers and seven crew, and includes passenger facilities such as a smoking room in the fuselage.
The article notes the rise times of two bright planets in Leo and describes Jupiter as brighter than Mars, with Mars brightening as Earth approaches it. It cites Mars’ closest approach at 60 million miles, imperfect opposition, and a 1939 window as a better viewing time, with 1924 conditions likely to recur then.
In New York dancer Sheila Shayne seeks work and joins a Mandrake backed production after replacing Daisy Gleason. Jim Blaine, secretly Etherington, Jr., reads his front page exposure and explains his ruse while sharing his struggle to break into acting. Sheila encourages him as they navigate ambition and publicity.
Marion Randolph clashes with producers over Shayne as Jim Blaine and Sheila arrive backstage for a noon rehearsal. Tense voices erupt with the star demanding exit while Mike and the stage manager seek a quiet resolution before the matinee.
Hope High School students publish the Bobcat volume with editor Diane Fritz and Frances Eason. Read about leather jackets bought from army men at Garland school, Home Economics biscuits and a fashion show, Senior party plans, and a Rotary Club dinner hosting Janie Onstead and Louise dinner. Exams begin Monday January 23.
Rev. Wallace R. Rogers of First Baptist Church addressed senior high students at chapel last Tuesday. He urged that students value the small, meaningful goals over chasing status, sharing personal experiences to guide peers. The school glee club, led by Mrs. John Wellborn at the piano, sang several numbers.
The Pep Squad entertained the football team and faculty Friday night in the gymnasium titled Bobcat Night Club. Hoyt Andres and Nancy White hosted with red and white decor, refreshments, balloons, and confetti. A carnival vibe included dancers, songs, and a couple of onlookers, while gangsters raided the club with no losses reported.
Senior home ec girls will obtain white rats with pink eyes to study effects of balanced and unbalanced diets. Some rats may starve while others gain weight, and students are urged to be kind to the animals.
Mrs. Wellborn announces no dues for the Hope Glee Club and unused funds will stay in the treasury. Members and sponsor outline spring activities including a stunt night, several auditorium programs, and an April concert. Hope Hi students excelled in the 1932 literary meet and aim for stronger participation in 1933.
Karl P Schmidt of Field Museum notes Honduran Santa Ana river fish hid under rocks when startled. A native Indian girl dropped large rocks on top of the caverns and stunned the fish, allowing fishermen to pull the unconscious fish from beneath.
Reports show a rising trend in Colombian commercial aviation. In the first ten months of 1932, 6,055 passengers traveled 472,802 miles and over 1.5 million pounds of merchandise were transported.
A reader notes lower enthusiasm for basketball versus football and urges fans to learn the game and cheer loudly. The writer asks why interest lags and encourages boosting support ahead of an upcoming game to motivate the players.
Mr Ashford a longtime band organizer in Southwest Arkansas and Henderson State Teachers College instructor has formed a Hope High School band and orchestra. He will supply missing instruments to ensure a complete ensemble and aims to enter a contest in April with about nineteen students already enrolled. Current members include Charles Haynes Merlin Coop Hayette Andres Herman Valentine and others.
The eighth grade girls won 24 to 14 against the freshmen in a Friday gym showdown. Listed players include Edna Lee Baker Neva Vaughn Mary Urban and several guards and forwards with referee Mrs Roy Stephenson.
MALINES Belgium The tomb of Cardinal Mercier near the cathedrals tomb is in danger of collapse after an inspection showed urgent repairs are needed. The tower, once bombed in World War I, remains a landmark and houses the renowned carillon trained by maestro Jef Denyn.
R A Ruff Boyett C S Lowthorpe and Dwight Ridgdill Raymond F Jones J W Harper Claude Magee Ward Four Chas E Taylor Ward Three W A Lewis present candidate list for local treasurer election positions.
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