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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1938
Page
4
Police across four northwest Arkansas counties hunted a masked man who tried to abduct A H Berry from his home and rob the Valley Bank of Hindaville. bank windows showed bars from a prior entry, but nothing was taken.
Hope Arkansas details show District Chairman E F P McFaddin announcing a Boy Scout drive beginning Tuesday March 8 in Hempstead County. Rev W R Hamilton of First Baptist writes a testimonial endorsing Boy Scout activity highlighting character development over mere physical growth and urging community support for youth leadership programs.
Leo Hatch aged 28 and Robert Collis aged 27 were arrested near Patmos in a raid led by Deputy Sheriff Reginald Bearden with help from Jess Quillian and Guy Cummings of the revenue agents. Six gallons of moonshine liquor were found in their truck. Hatch pleaded guilty and was held on $500 bond at Texarkana. The other man, described as a helper, was released.
A ferocious southern California storm caused widespread flooding and damage. Eighteen people were confirmed dead with at least 18 missing as bridges collapsed, rivers rose rapidly, and urban areas flooded from Los Angeles to Long Beach. Rail and road traffic halted, schools and stores closed, and air service disrupted as crews searched for missing and the nation watched the disaster unfold.
The Red River rising after reaching a peak threatens nearby towns along the river. By Wednesday night bridges opened at Colfax and Grenada parishes as floodwaters advance, with about fifty families warned of potential evacuation. Roads remain passable though major sections near Byne Woods are flooded and nationwide traffic disrupted.
A fragment notes that the future destiny of a child is shaped by the mother Bouiparte. The line suggests a maternal influence in guiding a child’s path, though context is limited and attribution may be uncertain.
Mer ton Levine seeks negotiation chances and asks authorities and press to stay away from his 12 year old son Peter Levine who was abducted for ransom. The boy, blue eyed, last seen at school, valued at 50 000, with Philip S. Vitten announcing the abduction on the eve of Lindbergh Jr anniversary. Federal agents would act per the father's wishes.
Edmond Davis, chairman of the Negro Civic Council, said Thursday the council supports Will Cooper in his protest to the Hope City Council against beer and wine stands in the Hope negro settlement outside the fire limits. The council spoke Tuesday night and urged revocation of licenses. the council will negotiate further on any issues raised.
C. E. Baker serves as acting chief of police in Hope after John W. Ridghill’s resignation. Baker says he has heard reports he might not run for Hempstead County sheriff, though he has not ruled out the possibility. The unexpired term ends April 1 and an official appointment decision is expected then.
New Orleans cash cotton opened at 9.32 and closed at 9.29 as bids and offers shaped a quiet session. Spot prices held around 9.41 with limited movement and slight shifts in nearby quotes reflecting mild demand.
Fred W. Allsopp of Little Rock hospital attaches reported Wednesday night resting comfortably after treatment for a fractured hip. He was admitted following a fall at a home in Winter Haven Florida and likely will be confined for several weeks. He is business manager of the Arkansas Gazette.
The Hope High School carnival is postponed one week due to the district basketball tournament at Lewisville. Voting details for a penny per vote are outlined, with proceeds benefiting the Hope High School library fund and student activities.
A cross country plane piloted by Gerald Wilson forced to land on pasture owned by Harry Jones and Wheat field claimed by George Brown. Jones and Brown sue Wilson for trespass to recover damages while seeking to determine liability for the landing and ground passage.
The National Reemployment Service and major veterans groups announce a joint campaign to place unemployed veterans in private industry. Local office in Hope coordinates registration and job matching for Clark, Hempstead, Howard, Lafayette, Little River, Nevada, Pike, and Sevier counties with free service for workers and employers. Veteran discharge papers required for registration.
A woman known as The Gogo, famed for rain making, was acquitted of practicing magic after a rival witch doctor allegedly instigated the charge. She journeyed to the Matopa Hills to invoke Mima, and immediate rain followed, locals say.
Reports persist that kidnapers have been contacted as Peter Levine of New Rochelle remains missing for a week. A note written by Levine begging for $60,000 ransom was found on a vacant lot near Rabbi Abraham Nowak's synagogue, urging his father Murray Levine to pay. Authorities consider two payment methods and await a break in the case.
Hempstead and Nevada county teams headline the opening Thursday schedule for district nine and district one events. The Bobcats meet Stamps in Lewisville Thursday night while Prescott and Bodecan join top contenders at Prescott. Blevins juniors face Sealand in Little Rock state meet Friday as Columbus senior girls start at Ashdown with all tournaments continuing through Saturday.
In Nashville Arkansas the Howidb county grand jury found no indictment against Mrs R C Kelly 66 mother of Georgia governor D Rivers after reviewing the November shooting of a Nashville alderman. Prosecuting Attorney Byron Goodson said the panel reported a no bill and that later grand juries may review the case within three years.
A committee of representatives from Hope's Protestant women auxiliaries calls for World Day of Prayer on Friday March 4 the first day of Lent. A union meeting at First Christian church at 3 pm will feature a special program and invite all city churchwomen to join in global prayer. The Day of Prayer for Missions began in 1887 and by 1920 united churchwomen across Canada and the U S with the first Friday of Lent chosen for observance.
Dealers from Archer Motor Young Chevrolet B R Hamm Motor Bryan Montey Gib Lewis Cirage Hope Auto Kempstead Motor join a cooperative plan titled National Used Car Exchange Week. The event runs Saturday through next week ahead of spring selling season with aim to boost used car stocks and spur auto factory output and jobs.
In Little Rock two week stays of execution were granted for Lester Brockelhurst and Joe Newt Simms. Brockelhurst, 24, condemned for the Victor Gates slaying, faced dawn Friday electrocution at Tucker State Prison. The Arkansas Supreme Court refused to halt the execution and his habeas corpus petition. Simms was also slated for execution for the ax slaying of his wife on Mother's Day.
Britain increases army appropriations by 23 percent to 532.5 million dollars for 1938 39, up 121.53 million from 1937 38. Soviet officials testify of British aid to overthrow Stalin. France moves toward labor code legislation amid cabinet crisis fears. Japanese admit heavy Chinese guerrilla activity near Nanking. Spain’s civil war shows little fighting.
A town including 12 houses and four other buildings is up for sale near Melbourne. It features trout fishing, scenic Moan scenery, electric light and water, post office, store, and a strong road from Melbourne. Purchase possible on a five year installment plan. The town formerly housed workers for the state rivers and water supply commission at Eildon Weir.
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