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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1940
Page
3
Correspondent notes Jews in Hessarabia rejoice as the province returns to rule after decades under Romanian control. Reports describe movement of Jews from various towns and villages, with activity centered in Kishinev the provincial capital as residents adjust to the shift in authority.
A Chicago article contrasts GOP and Democratic foreign policy stances. Republicans oppose foreign wars, favor limited aid under defense and law, and push strong defense. Democrats pledge to avoid foreign wars unless attacked, extend aid consistent with national interests, defend the Monroe Doctrine, and build robust military capabilities.
The text traces czarist use of Jews as scapegoats during pogroms in Kishinev 1903 1905 and notes worsening Jewish conditions in Romania under King Carol with the Iron Guard purges and anti Semitic laws. It also cites the 1920 transfer of Bessarabia to Romania and Russia's growing Jewish population post World War I, with Stalin purging Jewish leaders for political reasons.
Washington reports a surge in charity racketeering as relief drives expand nationwide. About 930 relief agencies registered under the Neutrality Act, with $8.6 million raised and $5.8 million sent to 12 war zones. Despite some disbandments, 285 groups remain active with over $4 million on hand.
The company was ordered to appear before the commissioner to show why its license should not be revoked. It then enjoined the commissioner in court from interfering with its export business. Wharton noted exporters complained the firm, claiming privileges it did not deserve. The rectifying permit was renewed July 7, 1938, for July 1, 1998 to June 30, 1939, on condition it followed department regulations.
A Chilean envoy criticized Spain and General Franco during a June 17 address broadcast on official radio in Santiago in the presence of the president and several ministers. A high Chilean official called the reported remarks rude and absurd, adding the government would take suitable measures to respond to the attitude.
University of Minnesota researchers develop concrete using sawdust instead of sand. Agricultural engineering tests show sawdust offers light weight low cost and high insulation for non heavy load applications. Lead tester L W Neuhauser notes clean softwood sawdust from pine spruce or Norway spruce and jack pine perform satisfactorily in mild weather.
Con artists pose as Reverend or senator staffer to collect money promising authentic credentials. The scheme leaves charities underfunded while the crook pockets the cash. Local authorities and officials urge residents to report racketeers and seek help from Chamber of Commerce police BBB and other charity officials.
A fragmented Washington column features Stinnett addressing readers while discussing topics from naval reach in the Pacific to Jim Aswell’s potential run for Congress in Natchitoches and Willkie’s 1936 election prospects. The piece weaves in comments from readers across the country, including remarks on Kentucky gold, tariffs, and Havana trade talks.
A garbled page mentions Max Baer claiming one punch stands between him and the championship while Joe Louis is cited as having it. It also references John L. Lewis and political camps, plus scattered lines about brides cooking, North Carolina students liking country ham, and magnets strong enough to lift several tons.
Los Gatos residents Mr and Mrs G W Gay aim to democratize orchids by developing a hardy variety that needs no special care. The piece also notes George Eastman introducing the first portable camera in 1888, a circular, 22 ounce device.
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