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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1931
Page
1
A note recalls how historical images and portraits reveal little about the mothers of renowned figures, with scarce detail on names, backgrounds, or recognition. The piece reflects on gendered gaps in biographical records and the silent presence of mothers in fame.
A Denver lecture by Judge Lindsey on the marriage relationship provoked strong reactions. Critics accuse him of misinterpretation while supporters defend his ideas as prophetic. The piece notes media distortion and calls for fair evaluation of the marriage concept amid public debate.
The Hurrigan Times notes residents praise Hoover's twenty year plan advocating banking law revision to curb stock speculation and protect savers, reform of taxation to ease real estate taxes, and repeal of the federal capital gains tax. It argues these reforms could be achieved sooner than twenty years, with some states already progressing.
Rodney Dutcher examines the I C C over 44 years, noting no corruption amid critics from Wall Street and farmers. The piece profiles chair Ezra Crainord Jr and other commissioners including Mahaffle Eastman McManamy Tate Aitchison Lewis Myer Lee Farrell Porter and more, detailing careers and appointing presidents from Hoover to Wilson.
Colonel Leonard P. Ayres presents a Cleveland Trust Company index showing declines in shelter, food and miscellaneous expenses over 11 years. The study highlights car fare and medical costs as notable contributors to overall spending shifts.
Miss Nannie Lou Meredith of Washington spent Tuesday in Hope. Miss Ella Monroe, also of Washington, is visiting her aunt Mrs. W. P. Agee. Frof and Mrs. P. T. Walker left Saturday to spend the summer in Chicago, where he will take a course at the University.
Ten years ago Little Miss Iva daughter of Justice J H Hipp underwent an appendicitis operation. Bess Paisley returned from Murfreesboro after attending a teacher’s institute. Mrs Will Lowry of New Boston Texas visited her mother Mrs J R Crutchfield. Also a whimsical verse item about a Mary with a car ends with a dash of humor from National Motorist.
Preparations, rations and reparations form a brief war story. Sing Sing prisoners were found recently with a wine gal, a fanciful jab at fermenting the prison. Dr Harlow Shapley the famed astronomer now studies ant life as a lighter observation. Judging by Mussolini misspellings and Stribling acting judge at a beauty contest, the page mixes wartime notes with satirical asides.
A Davey Institute bulletin warns against sheltering under trees during lightning storms. It notes oaks are highly susceptible, advises selecting beech when possible, and explains electrical belt dynamics. The safest option is to stay in open spaces and avoid trees, especially in emergencies.
In a Tit Bits item a maid Janet failed in her nightly duty and woke to find Jeff the house dog had wrecked the larder. When asked if he had eaten much the reply was that he had eaten everything except the dog biscuits.
General P H Whang declares Modern China a young man’s country redefining age wisdom. He embodies the new order as a six year old who looks ten, illustrating youthful leadership in Vancouver Daily Supplement.
Boston reports the U S S Constitution, nicknamed Old Ironsides, to be prepared for cruiser duty after decades of preservation. The ship will depart around July 4 for a coastal voyage to Portsmouth and New York, retracing historic routes and reviving memories of battles with the British.
Eureka Springs Arkansas report on Congressman Claud A Fuller recovering after insect bite poisoning. His condition was once thought serious and he was moved to Sedalia Missouri hospital, then returned to Eureka Springs in significantly improved condition.
In the fast year Morelia reports 55,000 new members added to 1,200 Protestant churches across the Chicago metropolitan area, signaling strong growth and expanded congregations.
Matamoros and other Mexican border cities reopen gaming halls after an eight year shutdown. The revival follows political changes and regional reopening across towns opposite Brownsville along the Rio Grande, as authorities restore entertainment venues once closed during the prior regime.
Berlin Professor Hans Guenther of University of Jens was shot and killed by an unidentified youth in Los Angeles. The incident follows a separate note about Dr G A Richardson scheduling four sermons next Sunday evening. The Rochester Journal reflects on the essential yet intricate role of the kidneys in life.
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