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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1940
Page
3
Mineral Springs residents push to cut rates as Ark La Co current schedule faces opposition. Local officials cite service costs and funding needs while residents seek relief and clearer justification for charges. Unclear details remain on exact figures and timeline.
Ninety two Mineral Springs residents pressed the State Utilities Commission Tuesday to reopen hearings on rates charged by Arkansas Louisiana Gas Co. Heeding the protest, the commission said a communication about a possible reduction could be used as an exhibit in the March 26 hearing. Residents claim Arkansas Natural Gas Corp. moved to establish a franchise in 1928 to supply gas, and that rates were fixed during the first years of operation. They argue the time limit for revising rates is near, yet gas customers in the community still pay excessive charges for system inauguration and installation.
Arkansas ends tolls on all bridges after Governor Bailey accepted deeds to Des Arc and Powhatan spans. State paid 118,955 to Black and White River Bridge Co. trustees at federal sale. deeds presented by A Lawrence Mills. Restrictions remain on two bridges with four ton loads. Mississippi river toll bridge at Greenville not yet connected.
Mrs Charlsie Tallett of De Queen 56 died in a hospital here The body will be taken to Looksberg Tuesday morning for funeral services Survivors include her husband two sons Frank and Raymond Tallett of Lookesburg and three daughters Imogene Bell Kelsie and Mary Jane Tallett
The Arkansas High School Press Association marks its eighth Journalism Day with Hope Students directing one clinic under Little Rock High School supervision. The mimeographed papers clinic, featuring demonstrations of a new mimeograph machine and art implements, involves 45 high schools and includes talks on colored ink use and clear mimeographing.
Woodnel Breed of Hope surrendered at Cummins Prison Farm Arkansas to start a one year sentence for arson tied to a burning Ashdown hotel. Convicted in Little River circuit court last November, Bailey denied further clemency after a 40 day extension and a later delay. Earl Jarvis of Hope was convicted with him. another defendant, the writer, received two years and has been on probation since December 4. An executive order explaining the probation was issued Tuesday.
The Charles A Haynes store near Hope reveals an all fluorescent lighting setup claimed as first in the country for both display and general illumination. About 15,000 dollars has been invested in lighting fixtures and equipment. The interior features dusty blue walls with chrome trim and peach accents, a broad range of departments including ready-to-wear and menswear, and a new soda fountain expected to attract shoppers.
Leesburg, Flu. Dr. R. E. Pry, 58, retired surgeon, shot himself at his home Monday night. Constable J. G. M. Stinson said no inquest would be held. Native of Camden, Ark, Ouachita College graduate, practiced in Burdville, Okla, before Little Rock. Funeral services in Leesburg.
Cotton for May opened Tuesday at 10.87 and closed at 10.70, including spot at 10.96.
Laha, a game warden in Hempstead County, warns of closed seasons from March 15 to May 15 for artificial bait, March 15 to June 1 for bass possession, and March 16 to May 1 for minnows except in private ponds.
Shrubs on the University of Arkansas Truck Branch Experiment Station at Hope have been renovated and pruning for cuttings will be offered to interested farmers and citizens on March 12 13 and 14. Prunings must be rooted and no plants or seeds are sold.
In Little Rock the state parole board approved paroles for 24 convicts including two women and recommended sentence reductions for five others via commutation orders. Notable paroles include Tenn essee Ball, 67, for assault to kill in Fulton county tied to alleged blackberry poisoning.
Geneva reports League of Nations budget cuts reduce annual costs to about five million francs instead of fifteen hundred thousand. Analysts say the 1940 budget would buy a fairly good destroyer, and 1939 spending could have funded four light battleships. They note US 1940 items would cover League operations for 440 years.
Mrs Hattie Maynant 75 mother of opera singer Mary Lewis died at a hospital in Little Rock on Monday. Survivors include her son Joe Kidd of Chicago and Lewis Kidd of New York City and Jack Kidd of San Antonio Texas. no grandchildren listed.
Senator Sante Smith of South Carolina urged in the Senate on Tuesday that the president and his cabinet be covered by the Hatch Act. The act restricts political activity by federal employees.
Newt Pentecost, a 38 year old Hope automobile salesman, announces candidacy for Hempstead County treasurer in the upcoming August Democratic primary. He says he has filed his corrupt practice prestige and will begin campaigning around June 1 contacting every elector before election day. Pentecost says he seeks public office for the first time and promises efficient management if elected. He is married with one child and has worked in Hope for 11 years.
John Monk Saunders, 42, famed screenwriter and World War I aviator, was found hanged at his waterfront Florida cottage. Coroner Ray Lamberton ruled suicide due to ill health and despondency, with no inquest. Saunders, ex-newspaperman, later wrote for films after World War I service.
Annapolis Md Stephen B Peddicord declares himself the common people's candidate for U S senator. Two years earlier he ran for governor and received one vote, not even his own.
Britain's birthrate has reversed its downward trend since 1933 and risen progressively, according to the annual report by Sir Arthur MacNulty, Chief Medical Officer of the Ministry of Health. The 1881 rate was 3.4 per thousand with 858,878 births, then dropping to a low in 1933 and 1938 figures around 15.1 and 624,204 respectively.
Washington report outlines a plan to reduce CCC camps from 1500 to 1227 to fit Roosevelt's budget. J. J. McIntee told Representative Johnson that 279 camps will close permanently starting March 31, 160 more will shut seasonally, with some sites reopened or relocated. The move follows a $240.4 million budget request for the new fiscal year, down from $295 million. Affected sites include Ouachita and Ozark forest camps in Arkansas and various state and private forest areas with permanent and seasonal closures and reestablishments.
The Supreme Court declined to reconsider its February ruling barring Arkansas from taxing gasoline in interstate bus fuel tanks when used in another state. New Hampshire and Nevada joined Arkansas's bid to alter the five to three decision, arguing it neglects practical tax needs and motor-carrier realities. The dissent claimed the ruling overlooks states’ evolving gasoline tax laws and carrier operations.
Secretary D N Graves of the state game and fish commission said the U S Biological Survey approved a deer restoration project for Howard County. The plan costs about 13000 with three fourths from the federal government. About 720 acres of a 26000 acre refuge will be rented for the project. Fences and buildings will be erected starting April 1. Estimated deer production is eight annually.
Virgil B. Rucker, former Saline county sheriff and collector, stands trial in Saline county circuit court on embezzlement charges. A jury panel of 46 was formed after extensive venire selection. Rucker was suspended Jan 1, 1939, following an audit showing a shortage. This is his third trial, with prior acquittal on a $283 embezzlement charge and a later trial on about $15,000 from an estate ending in a hung jury.
In Durant Oklahoma a taxicab skidded on slick pavement and struck a guard rail. The driver and two passengers remained in their seats while Miss Zepnia Howard, a night club hostess, leaped free but was crushed to death between the car and the rail. The remaining occupants suffered minor cuts and bruises.
A German proverb laments national wounds after war, describing three armies: one of cripples, one of mourners, and one of thieves, highlighting societal toll and moral cost. The saying frames collective trauma and postwar consequences in stark, memorable terms.
European affairs show growing tension amid conflicting reports on peace prospects and ongoing hostilities. PSK Games is noted as becoming more complicated in the current geopolitical climate.
Paris reports Premier Daladier told the chamber 50,000 French troops stand ready to go to Finland if asked to help against Soviet Russia. He said the force has been prepared since February 21 near embarkation points and Britain's and France's decision to aid Finland was agreed at the supreme war council meeting on February 3.
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