01 Jul 1940
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1940
Page
1
The Star announces policy changes restricting memorials and certain paid notices to manage space. Readers are informed that charges will apply for obituaries, thanks, notices, and memorial items, with the newspaper reserving the right to delete unsolicited manuscripts.
The piece reflects on longing for prewar days as Europe faces a decisive phase of conflict. It notes how nostalgia influences economic policy and trade sentiment, warns of rising protectionism, and discusses how Germany and allied powers shape global markets. It argues that new trade approaches are needed beyond the Hull program to fit a changed, interdependent world.
Hope residents are treated to a social item page note with visits and travel details. Rev W A Life of Fort Smith will fill the First Christian pulpit for about sixty days. Mrs Edgar Sain and daughter Emma Jean plan a trip to Sallisaw Oklahoma. Evelyn Sain returns home with family. Hope professionals urged to attend a Mayor’s Office meeting at 7 30 Tuesday to discuss club membership. Mrs George Bell of Nashville was a visitor.
A book review covers Harold J. Tobin and Percy W. Bidwell's Mobilizing Civilian America, detailing war economy phases and civil mobilization plans from 1917 18 and 1931 33 36 39, aiming to inform readers across social classes about national mobilization.
An opinion piece notes a global shift described as a strange wild course. It suggests that during the lifetimes of most current residents, there may be no return to prior norms, signaling a lasting transformation in society.
Puzzle style clues reference a painter linked to children and war scenes. Across hints include European artist, native land, and various wordplay entries. Down entries cover deities and natural terms, forming a themed crossword-like puzzle for a newspaper page.
Fragmentary remarks show women seeking true equality and independence while failing to present a united front. The dialogue hints at varied agendas and a need for cohesive action to advance chances for women to stand on their own and accomplish goals.
The text outlines how postwar liquidation of war controls was initially overlooked by the War Department. As planning broadened with other agencies, demobilization issues were addressed, including continuing the War Resources Administration or forming a new agency. It notes no further plans for readjustment and suggests an advisory body postwar, akin to England's 1919 model, to study the topic as peace-time equilibrium emerges.
Ruth Millet notes a split among Republican women over the party's equal rights plank. Some oppose erasing state protection on hours and wages for women, fearing loss of special safeguards. Advocates push realism, accepting fewer privileges for broader equality.
A test of current focal usage asks five questions on hotel manners. Topics include notifying valet, hotel charges for room service, tipping if a pressed article is found, inviting a nondate guest to a dance, and seating guests.
The fragment discusses hotel service terms including room service charges and price adjustments for food. It mentions opinions on necessity and includes scattered numbers and phrases, referencing New York City and a population figure.
Evanston reports George J. Behnke completed a bachelor of science degree at Northwestern University this spring after 17 years of study. A father of two, he attended classes twice a week while employed at an electric company. He plans to begin work on a master's degree next fall, aiming to finish in three years.
Readable lines hint at questions about global geography and notable places. Mentions include Northwest and Southeast Pacific ends, 27 miles on Atlantic end, Union of South Africa, Antarctic areas near Ross Barrier, floating ice ships, Lake Superior, and connections among Bolivia Paraguay Brazil and the east.
Market notes from McRee Mill and Feed Co report prices for heavy hens and other poultry products. Details are fragmented with unclear units and figures, but indicate a trading update from a rural market source.
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