Appointed President Roosevelt selects legal appointment
General Jackson of New York named solicitor general. he will replace Stinks v. Reedocentucky as a member of the Supreme Court from Roosevelt. Electrocution date set for March 4 13 for Lester Brockelhurst in Lonoke County. he was convicted of the hitchhike killing of Victor A. Gates near Lonoke last May 6. Arkansas Utilities Commission fixes February 8 for hearings on Arkansas Power and Light rural lines project in Pulaski, Fa der er and Pope counties. Washington plans include towns aid for small businesses to ease securing funds and float securities.
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Donham named Associate Justice of Arkansas Supreme Court
W R Denham 62 of Little Rock took the oath as associate justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court. Governor Bailey appointed him to succeed late Justice Turner. Denham, veteran attorney, was sworn in by Justice Mehaffy and will serve until November with a future term to be determined. He is a native of Drew County and has practiced law in Little Rock. He and Ruth Smith had four children.
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Puzzle Quiz From Cranium Crackers Page
Fragmentary questions ask about Cleopatra novellas British premiers since World War I and an American World Court member. It also queries volumes and a cryptic math prompt about a quarter of a team of payees. The readable items resemble a trivia page with scattered puzzles.
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New Air Offense Formed in China Strikes Back
The Associated Press reports reorganized Chinese air force exploits and claims of improving odds against Japan with Soviet aid. Chinese authorities say over 30 Japanese planes were downed in recent battles around Nanking and Wuhan as Spain also sees govt forces push into Zaragon. In Shanghai, a Japanese sentry allegedly slapped US embassy secretary John M. Allison at Nanking, prompting apologies and a local settlement effort.
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Limit Proposal on Debate Beaten
Washington report on a failed motion to curtail debate on the anti lynching bill amid filibuster by southern senators. The 52 to 47 vote thwarted the move, leaving the measure at risk and signaling continued partisan battle in the capital.
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Washington
Mind Your Manners Social Quiz and Guide
Test your knowledge of proper social behavior with questions on hosting guests, seating, gossip, and spending during gatherings. The piece offers concise answers, emphasizing hostess ease, harmony, and quality over sheer cost, with advice on decorations, music, and refreshments.
Local Drive for Paralysis Fund Nears Goal at $72 Total
Second report shows efforts by local committees to raise funds for infantile paralysis nationwide. Contributions include $20 added to the campaign, with about $28 needed to reach the $100 goal by Thursday afternoon. Names of donors such as Mrs. Robert Campbell and various local contributors appear in the tally.
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A.B. Stoneruist
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R. K, Smith
Kyi Weay
K. J. Caplinger
R.T. Briant
Moore's Market
Herbert Lewallen
Frank Hicks
Oltie Bawden
George Green
Dale Jones
Carl Reese
Louis Breett
Pete Shield Hillard
McDowell
Carter
Prestoy
Alene Johnson
L.M. Goswell
Bailey Signals Extra Session Over Highway Bond Plan
Governor Bailey at Hot Springs confirmed he would call a special legislative session if the Board of Finance approves the proposed highway bond refinancing. The plan, prepared by Chicago and St. Louis investment houses, would refinance bonds and free funds for maintenance and new construction, potentially via a 1937 act and yielding several million dollars for roads. The board, chaired by Bailey, includes Comptroller J. C. Goff and James H. Penick among others, and was created to supervise the refinancing program.
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Arkansas
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Board of Finance
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James H. Penick
Charles W. Mehaily
Lite Rock
Paul W. Sheridan
Yort Smith
J. R. Crowe
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W. W. Campbel
Forrest City
Doh P. Cole
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van Aerman
Crossey
Stuart Wilson
Texarkuna
A Thought Envy in Accusation and Justification Risley Wilson
Risley reflects on how envy colors judgment causing people to see excuses to blame others while missing reasons that might justify them. Wilson.
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Facsimile Newspapers Nearing Reality for Homes
Facsimile broadcasting of newspapers is nearing reality with home receivers to print headlines photos ads and cartoons during night hours. FCC has granted experimental licenses while standardization and reduced receiver size remain key goals for wide adoption.
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Broadcasting Company
Federal Communications Commission
Radio Manufacturers Association
Radio Corporation of America
RCA
Tanse
Numbers in Junior Contest Selected for District No 10
The Arkansas Athletic and Inter-School Association district selects piano, boy’s voice, girls voice, and junior violin entrants for the Junior Contest. Winners include Slumber Boat, She dally RogER, Flying Leave Koelling, and Danse Rustique. Eligibility under seventeenth birthday new rule noted. Preliminary date around April 5.
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Koelling
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Philadelphia
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Poetsville
Magnolia
Teenage Hand Injury Sparks $5,000 Suit
Sydney report says 18 year old Robert Ashton filed a damages suit for 5000 dollars alleging that lifting weight causes his injured right hand to fatten. He says the condition arose after an accident that burned the hand and abdomen, with skin grafting performed.
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Burt Ian Aceidott
Three Supreme Court Justices May Quit
Reports circulated Wednesday that Justices Cardozo Brandeis and McReynolds may retire. Cardozo reportedly told President Roosevelt ill health might force retirement, with Roosevelt urging delaying action until recovery. Brandeis and McReynolds gave no public comment on joint retirement plans. Cardozo, 67, has served since 1932 and has faced illness.
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Registered Stock to Be Sold at Cost in Pulaski County
LITTLE ROCK an agreement with Joe Greater Little Rock Livestock Yards to provide registered livestock for sale at cost to farmers in Pulaski county and the state has been reached. Hay the livestock committee of the Pulaski County Farm Bureau, County Agent Stanley D Carpenter said Wednesday. The Bureau Committee, composed of Continued on Page Three.
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Lower Tax Sought for Gas and Oil
Hempstead County Oil Dealers meet at Capital hotel and elect officers for 1938 aiming to lower gasoline and motor oil taxes. Frank Johnson re elected general chairman with Charles Harrell as secretary. talks by Vesey Harrell Green and others outline tax policy goals to aid motorists with limited means. Arkansas motorists paid 15 million of 23 million in special taxes in 1937.
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Capital Hotel
Frank Johnson
Hope
Charles Harrell
Sid Bundy
L. Murphy
C. V. Nunn
John P. Vesey
C. D. Green
Emmet
Joe Coleman
F. S. Hearne
W. F. Scarbrough
Little Rock
Arkass
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Arkansas
Romania relents on anti Jewish policy amid league talks
Romanian Foreign Minister Istrate Micescu told Eden and Delbos that the government of Prime Minister Octavian Goga would ease its anti Jewish measures. The remark came before the League of Nations Council as the issue was not deemed urgent.
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Istrate Micescu
Roumania
Prelemier Octavian Goga
Anthony Eden
Yven Delbos
League of Nations Council
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Snow Report at Little Rock and River Forecast Update
Snow flurries observed in Little Rock as weather bureau revises flood predictions for the Ouachita area, forecasting 4 feet at Camden by Saturday. Red River waters threaten Fulton-McNab highway with rising levels. traffic may suspend by nightfall as gauge hits 32.2 feet, with crest expected soon. Southwest Arkansas highways show mixed status with closures on several routes including DeQueen to Coast River and Horatio to Foreman.
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Whelan Springs
Lewisville
Texarkana
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Farm bill panel okays 3 percent admin cap in new program
Washington reports Senate Agriculture Chair Smith says farm bill conferees agree to limit administrative costs to 3 percent of funds. They back an $1.8 million payment to participants in the 1938 cotton pool from profits, with details on who receives if sold. House and Senate negotiators expect a conference report next week.
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Oddfellow Lodge to Meet Friday Night
The Oddfellow lodge and its auxiliary will meet at 7:45 p.m. Friday at Hope City Hall in a joint session announced by J. M. Harbin. The meeting aims to arouse greater interest in the two organizations and invites any interested person to attend.
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Cotton opens in New Orleans at 8.58, closes 8.53
New Orleans March cotton opened at 8.58 and closed at 8.53 amid steady spot, six points lower. Mindling reports a price around 43. Trade shows minor fluctuations as futures sway with market mood.
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