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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1937
Page
5
A mix of poetic fragments and community items. Reflections on beauty and guidance appear alongside notices of visits by Mrs J W Branch and others, births, D A R chapter activities, a pianist broadcast by Miss Mary Gell Marshall, and local social guests and events surrounding Hot Springs and Texarkana.
Bondholders committee warns that three measures aiming to aid districts with unreimbursed refunding bonds may violate the refunding law. Governor Bailey cautions that changing pledges could trigger a technical default and force surrender of old road district bonds. Enrolling Committee now holds the measures after passage in both houses. Kelton E K White of St Louis elektron sends warning that the two other bills could violate the refunding act.
Los Angeles prosecutors traced the shooting near the Hughes Aircraft plant amid claims of intimidation at the Santa Monica factory. A physician treated the wounded man as authorities pursue charges against sit down strikers. An attorney claimed prior talks with a police official preceded the shooting, while letters alleged to incite protests surfaced.
The report notes daily shipments of oil from new depths in Tokia or Woodbine sands via the Reeder railroad to markets. Navatish oil is used by Berry Asphib Company while awaiting crevites. Mentions extra refineries at Waterlus amid a northern US map reference and a seasonal moon image.
A negro amateur program will be held at 8 p.m. Monday in the auditorium of Hope city hall with the upper floor reserved for white patrons. Sponsored by the WPA recreational department, proceeds benefit the improvement of negro playgrounds in Hope. Featured acts include song, jokes, instrumental solos, and dance with awards for the top three acts. Judges are Noom R. Yerger, Georgie Yerger, and Florine Ray. Doors open 7:30 p.m.
Powell and Jean Arthur star in Ex Mrs Bradford a light hearted mystery with a murder twist. The plot centers on the apparent death of a jockey with seven suspects and a clever trap revealing the killer. The film blends slapstick romance with Powell’s signature sleuthing style amid comic dialog and supporting cast.
Jack Oakie presents a mock plan for enrollments at Oakie Doakie College as Miss Penny and a coast to coast radio broadcast feature Benny Goodman and musical talent from colleges nationwide enhancing the air show.
Rocky Mound 4-H members with county agents Miss Billing ton Miss Rouse and Mr. Anderson and leader Mrs. Higenson plus principal Mr. Silvey visited Mr. Martins well equipped poultry farm at Ozan Thursday. They viewed 210 White Leghorn hens and discussed culling and egg production while emphasizing continuous selection from eggs to production. The trip was deemed useful for their project. United States leads world in good roads with nearly 1,000,000 miles of improved roadways and over 100,000 miles of concrete roads.
London reports on American court reforms drawing attention as English judges resist retirement ages. Highlights include Lord Hewart’s 1555 retirement, Magisterial age limits at 60, and comparison to the U S Supreme Court powers. Also notes dust storm prevention measures urged by Kansas State College agronomist Throckmorton.
Jake Astin and Buddy Bowden secured first and second place at the roller skating contest held Saturday at Oglesby School. Sponsored by the WPA recreational council, the winner received a pair of skates. Canadian River drivers report the tiny punkie fly can crawl through heavy wool blankets.
Leo Men ten, secretary of the Oklahoma City health department, keeps a large list of 85 000 names for birth certificates. A handy man to have around when there’s a birth, he prepares certificates as needed for new parents.
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