22 Mar 1946
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1946
Page
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An obscure wartime fragment describes Java's factions and Dutch resentment. Petmoedas with Japanese weapons threaten to preserve power, while a Dutch observer accuses Po Mochas of looting Dutch stores, living in luxury hotels, and driving Dutch cars as they stay free of charges.
Arkansas fiscal notes show $9.376 million in June 30 1945 balances, all earmarked under the stabilization law and transferrable only to new accounts for taxes levied. Welfare funds, education funds, and general revenue comprise the bulk, with little discretionary spending possible without legislative revision.
At the Southern Conference of Attorneys General in Sitle Rock March 22, Fred LeBlanc of Louisiana urged a strong, united stand against federal seizure of submerged and reclaimed lands. He warned of precedents for California tidewater, and possible federal grabs in Mobile Bay, Biscayne Bay, and Los Angeles harbor, calling for bold state action and a resolution opposing such federalization. Arkansas Atty. Gen. Guy Williams said the economic impact is alarming and urged prompt, coordinated action by states.
The Democratic League warned that renewed military clashes in Manchuria could plunge China back into civil strife unless truce terms are quickly sent there. Reports from Shanghai claim reassignment of diplomats and troop activity, with Dairen’s status as a free port in question amid Sino Soviet tensions.
London reports charges of conspiracy to inflict cruel and unusual punishment on guardhouse prisoners have been brought against Col. James A. Killian of Highland Park and five other officers. Maj. Richard D. Kearney said the cases are under article of war with counts of mistreatment and malfeasance. The roster also lists Maj. Herbert W. Bluhm, Cant. Joseph A. Robertson, First Lt Granville Cubaxe, First Lt. Leonard W. Ennis, and Richard Wl. Lobuone among those charged or serving as witnesses in the depot guardhouse matter.
In a surprising career note, Maclin Hart aged 58 died after a long illness. He portrayed Beulah the radio maid on Hollywood Marely 3 4 whose voice sparked lasting fame. Hart previously worked in vaudeville and had a notable run on Fibber McGee and Molly before his Beulah role and Sunday program.
Washington March 22 After adopting amendments the House passed without a record the American Legion endorsed bill by Congressman Brooks Pittman to direct the Department of Agriculture to defer further sales of farm lands. Veteran priority and contractual rights are addressed by amendments. the measure aligns with rural rehabilitation and Farm Security Administration projects. The Senate previously passed a similar bill by Fulbright, with conference expected to resolve differences.
A 42 year old blind man, C Guthrie, surrendered after admitting he shot his former mother in law Elizabeth Minds. He said marital troubles with his ex wife led him to confront her at her home and fire ten bullets, killing Minds, while his ex wife and her mother’s daughter stood nearby. He claimed he was coerced by resentment over the divorce and money owed for a capitol stand business.
Debate notes Britain's housing crisis mirrors ours. In the first seven months after the war ended only 16 000 homes were built, underscoring shortages and slow recovery. Officials compare demand with supply while plans for reconstruction loom.
National stockyard report shows sizeable cattle and calf offerings with varied prices across steers heifers and cows. Sheep and lambs move at selective bids while grain and provisions markets drift with May futures and cash wheat corn oats and rye trading amid mixed strength and subdued demand.
A bank in La Mata, Missouri, was robbed around noon by a single bandit who escaped in the bank president's car with an estimated 5 000 to 7 000 dollars. The suspect halted President Clay Surbeck and teller Paul Wilens, forced Surbeck to drive briefly, then released him outside town. In Decatur Township, tax statements counting 45 008 faced a 3 1/2 cent error, delaying mailing by about a month as a clerk corrected the rate from 35 871 2 to the proper figure.
The Cosmopolitan club will meet Tuesday evening at 745 at Mrs. Lamar Cay’s home with Associate Hostess Brown. The Junior Lenion High School met Thursday afternoon in Hope High School gym for its regular monthly session, Coach Joe Dildy led a program on Physical Education with a daily exercises demonstration. The Sr High School PTA, chaired by Mrs. P. J. Holt, conducted routine business with reports from secretary and treasurer. minutes were read and approved.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning service 11:00 Pentecostal Gleaners 6:30 p.m. Night service 7:00 Bible study Friday 8:30 p.m. You are welcome to attend with friends. Church of Christ at 5th and Grady lists Bible classes 9:45 a.m. and morning worship at 10:15 a.m. Brother John Cannon, Harding College graduate, expected to speak.
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