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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1949
Page
3
A shell growth fact notes that each new coil of the chambered nautilus is exactly three times the size of the immediately preceding coil. This pattern of geometric expansion highlights the organism’s buoyancy-related shell construction.
Westbrook Pegler reveals his reaction to Henry Seidel Canby’s rebuke of his writing in a Saturday Review of Literature excerpt. Pegler asserts enduring respect for his blunt, homespun prose and attacks Canby’s pedantic critique, citing the piece on Stevenson and Pegler and defending the value of a direct American journalist’s style.
Memphis July 28 The Tennessee amateur tennis tournament moved into the quarterfinals with defending champion John Tryden of Nashville still the man to beat. First seed Hyden defeated Ben Tate of Memphis 6 1 as George Dubklin of Pine Bluff Ark, the second seed, eliminated Lewis Wellford of Memphis 6 2 6 1. Today’s pairings include Franklin vs. Kenny Loeb of Memphis.
Philadelphia and their surge past rivals give the Athletics a five game winning streak after sweeping Chicago and St Louis in a pivotal stretch. Connie Mack's club sits within 7 1/2 games of the Yankees and a half game of the Red Sox as they chase a late season push. Pelphia beat the White Sox 7-4 in the opener of a twilight-night doubleheader.
The Mobile Bears swept a twin bill against the Little Rock Travelers 3-2 and 2-2 Wednesday night, grabbing undisputed fourth place in the Southern Association chase. Chattanooga Lookouts’ win, Atlanta’s loss, and Memphis/Nashville results shape the tight midtable race amid crumbling divisions and late-season momentum.
The fragment notes a request to visit Allan ta or Leavenworth and mentions Andreyw Carmegie as superintendent of the Pennsylvania Railroad's western division. The text appears as a brief literary montage with named places and a railroad official.
New York July 28 Lou Boudreau faces a tough decision over starting Mike Garcia against the Yankees after his strong early season form. The rookie has two shutouts and two one run games in seven starts, described as affable and capable of winning games for Cleveland.
United Press reports the state American Legion Junior Baseball tournament moved toward finals across four divisions in Arkansas. Little Rock Doughboys, the 1848 champions, led the north with a 14 to 5 win over Corning behind pitcher Jon F. Lewis. Melbourne advanced on Pangburn forfeit. Corning and Melbourne each suffered a Doughboys defeat earlier, leaving today’s matchups to decide who plays Little Rock Friday in the double elimination. Hot Springs toppled El Dorado 6 to 5 in the east while Pine Bluff ousted Honey to set an eastern final with Hot Springs. In the southeast, Charleston remained undefeated in the series, needing a win over Fort Smith to claim the division title.
Dick Chapman advances to quarter finals as U S hopes dim after Frank Stranahan’s exit. Tommy Riddell defeats Chapmen in a tight duel, while Mile Pidlaski ousts Jerry Kesselvingy and Olile Kay. Denver’s Joan Kratt loses to Lawrie Roland in morning session.
Pete Kennedy won a points decision over Pat Kully at 147 pounds in New York. Dave and Grews defeated Lew Swatcki on 144 and 148 pound bouts in Worcester with ten rounds.
New Castle New Hampshire July 28 1950 The NCAA officials discussed enforcement of the sanity code while noting no immediate actions. Clarince P Houston said the commissioners would enforce the code but withheld specifics until the January meeting. Plans were announced for American college track teams to attend the 1951 Pan-American Games in Buenos Aires and for television coverage to be addressed to avoid sporticide.
Oslo reports the United States track squad leading the Olympic decathlon in the second session of three days of events. Scandinavia held a large advantage after nine events, with wins in several sprints and relays. Notable American leaders include Andy Stanfield and Dick Ault, while teammates Mal Whitfield and others contributed in the relay and hurdles.
A long rainy season has hurt the Natchez ball club in the Dalton States League. Rained out games and poor attendance force the club to operate in the red. Directors launched a campaign to raise 7500 dollars by August 1 through the sale of common stock to cover taxes and current expenses due the month’s start.
Five local errors and a misplayed ball cost Legions a 13th loss against El Dorado. Jack McClendon pitched for Hope, allowing 30 hits as fielding miscues sparked a late rally. El Dorado led 4 3 after a seventh inning homer by Bing Hale and a decisive eighth inning. the locals final chance ended with a pop out to end the frame. Friday night features a game in Holier, La. at Fairpark starting at 8 p.m.
Pine Bluff lost ground in the Cotton States league pennant race but made an off field move to bolster the Cardinals. They acquired veteran pitcher Everett Miltram and third baseman Graham, hoping to improve a weary pitching staff and boost late-season chances.
In pursuance of a Chancery Court decree the commissioner will offer for sale at public vendue the described Hempstead County Arkansas real estate on Saturday August 27, 1919 at the court house in Hope. The property begins at the NW corner of Section 22 Township 13 S Range 26 W and contains about 2 acres. Terms: three month credit, purchaser to execute bond with approved security bearing 10 percent interest per day from sale until paid, lien retained on the premises.
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