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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1939
Page
2
A Detroit Tigers feature portrays pitcher Schoolboy Rowe in a comeback mood after a tense spell. The article recalls his peak days, the long road back, and the public questions about his arm as he trains under the hot sun. It highlights doubt and confidence in equal measure as fans await a triumphant return.
Atlanta born Gay M. R. Cooper, a 23 year member of the Georgia legislature, participates in amateur farming and a 11 year program breeding about 60 000 plants. The effort aims to develop a new berry variety with commercial value through selective parentage.
In St Petersburg the Yankees blanked the Cincinnati Reds 9 to 0 as Whitey Ford and Charlie Barrett limited the Reds to six hits. Wes Ferrell drove in the decisive run in the fifth with a single for the visitors. Boston Red Sox won their first exhibition 8 to 7 in 10 innings, overcoming a late rally by the Bees as Johnny Lang? earned the deciding run in the 11th.
The piece surveys how spring training evolved from early exhibitions to a major financial venture. It highlights the Yankees as the strongest draw, notes profits from past treks, and contrasts costs across clubs like the Giants, Red Sox, Cubs, and Cardinals. It cites figures for training expenses, gate receipts, and regional hubs from St. Petersburg to Sarasota and Catalina Island.
New York headline notes Vernon Lefty Gomez arrives at Polytethnic hospital from the Yankees camp in St. Petersburg Florida to be with his wife June O'Dea Gomez who is recovering from illness. Doctors report her condition satisfactory and no pregnancy is expected.
An analysis warns Germany may seek victory by pressuring France and Britain from the Mediterranean while Italy gains, risk of war with allies high. It notes Italy’s fragile stance against naval blockade, uncertain African campaigns, and potential shifts in Central Europe policy amid Munich era tensions.
Text fragment notes tax projections and national income figures. It argues current rates would yield six billion dollars on seventy billion gross income and suggests higher income could bring nine to eight billion. Cites reemployment and relief cuts, hinting at a balanced budget.
A jurist or official warns residents and merchants against paying for a new elephant, calling attempts to solicit money or misrepresentations by outsiders in a local area grossly improper. The report mentions Buffalo and a judge official urging caution amid allegations of improper solicitations.
The piece notes a surge of private capital in banks over six years with deposits matching highs last seen in 1920, yet loan activity lags. Deposits rise by 15 billion while loans decline by one billion, signaling a gap between available funds and investment. It emphasizes economic recovery relies on deploying idle bank money into productive loans rather than mere hoarding.
The piece argues bankers are not to blame for the economy's woes as laws hinder investment. It notes three avenues—utilities, railroads, and construction—and says recovery hinges on inducing private investment. With debt limits looming, the administration seeks business support to avert a larger deficit and ensure political viability.
Syracuse boasts Dick Whiteside of note from the Whiteside family in local swim circles. Detroit signs Frank Firehock, ex Indiana star, to Beaumont Tiger farm club. Pilelock is an infielder. Howard Coynu, Temple coach, still without a hit to left field in two years. Case School of Applied Science produces pro football players. J. J. Munchausen and Jim Shafter work abroad. Noble Chark serves as London rep for tufted leather goods.
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