Rivers crossing battle risks Hope from county deal
E urges action by state and federal authorities to halt a political deal between Pike and Nevada counties that could block Hope from a proposed river crossing to Detight. The piece notes the state highway department owns the old Murfreesboro bridge and may still control placement, arguing states must coordinate with neighbors on road projects. It references the Veterans' Allowances bill veto and President Roosevelt’s budget aims, with commentary from O L Bodenhamer on veteran benefits, unemployment relief, and the World War II era context. A Columbus Home Demonstration Club supper fundraiser supports a community canning kitchen.
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Detight
Hope and Hempstead
State Highway Commission
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Aud
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Hope
State Highway Department
Hempstead County
Murfreesboro
Chicago
Democratic Party
Roosevelt
Bodenhamer
State Hospital Benton loan secured by PWA bid
Gov Fulrell was informed that the Public Works Administration would grant a 1,765,000 loan to Arkansas for the Benton State Hospital if the State Construction Commission can arrange handling through local banks. PWA expected to issue contracts for 1,769,000 to complete the hospital, with bonds purchased next year to reimburse banks and the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. Judge Hill said officials advised the governor of the PWA decision after a Washington trip to salvage the project stalled by heating and funding issues.
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Futrell
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State Hospital
Benton
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Asms
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
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Joseph M. Hill
Washington, D. C
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Jurlgs Hill
Govenor Fulreil
PWA
Judge Hill
Washington
Futtell
Arkansas Work Programs Move Forward Amid Relief Reforms
W. P. Dyess, state relief administrator, meets in Washington to approve new rural rehabilitation and work programs set to replace the CWA. He outlines planned April 1 launches for rural areas and towns over 5,000, with communities asked to fund relief while the federal program provides labor and materials where funds exist. The plan envisions loans for farmers, repayment by recipients, and local communities supplying administrative support and training for projects.
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Vutla Noce
Civil Works
Arkatsius
Emergency Relief Commission
W. Ji. Dyess
Washington
CWA
Ma. Dyess
Relief Administration
Little Rock
Dyess
Robert H. McNair, Jr
Federal Emergency Relief Administration
Arkansas
Senate Backs 75 Percent Price Penalty Amendment
Washington reports the Senate adopted an amendment to the Bankhead cotton bill raising the tax to 75 percent of market value for cotton produced above quotas. Bailey of North Carolina denounced the measure as a slavery bill signaling a choice between a free republic and socialistic regimentation. Debate touched constitutionality with Borah and Smith warning against overreach, while Lewis urged support for Roosevelt. The bill’s fate hinges on a constitutional clash and potential extension to other farm products.
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Senate
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Bailey
North Carolina
Borah
Idaho
Supreme Court
America
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Lewis
Roosevelt
Congress
United States
Ansiels
Staleh
Steel wage increases eyed by producers in New York
NEW YORK reports indicate several steel producers are considering wage hikes, potentially around 10 percent. An official announcement is expected this week from the association row and the Steel Institute on Wednesday.
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New
York
Wall Street
Row and Steel Institute
Nevada and Pike Win Bridge Fight
Nevada and Pike counties win a court battle over a proposed bridge linking Delight and Prescott, bypassing Hempstead and Hope. Circuit Judge Steele ruled the Pike county judge lacked authority to alter the bridge location after the state highway department released ownership. Hempstead and Hope vow further action to block a site argued to discriminate and deny broad access while plans consider federal relief funds to continue construction.
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Pike County
Mauncy
Nevada County
Murfreesbica
Little Missouri River
Hempstead County
Fike County
Mauney
Blevins
Delight
Prescott
Hope
Murfreesboro
Steele
State Highway Department
Hempstead
State Highway Commission
Federal Work Relief Office
Little Rock
Fands
Ty Jenable Pike
Nevada
Pendergast Fight Sparks Violent Kansas City Election
In Kansas City a fierce municipal battle pits the Democratic machine led by Boss Pendergast against the Fusion party. Violent incidents include a polling place shooting that killed William Findley and a slugging of Kansas City Star reporter Justin Bowersock. The Fusion ticket promises graft-free bids and merit-based hiring while opposing candidates include A Ross Hill and Bryce B Smith.
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Citizens
William Findley
Justin Bowersock
Kansas City Star
Democratic Municipal Machine
Missouri
Roosevelt
Fusion Party
Pendergast Cohorts
A. Ross Hill
The
University of Missouri, Pastonist
Bryce B. Smith
Baking Company
James A. Reed
J. F. McElroy
Prodigal Son Sermon Opens Series at First Methodist
The First Methodist pastor's Monday night sermon titled Headed the Wrong Way began a series on the prodigal son from Luke. Quoting Matthew 11 25 the Rev B C Rule warned that self centered living ruins life and only God can be the true center. Continued on Page Three.
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First Methodist Church
B.C. Rule
Hope Guard Unit Tops 20 Arkansas Units in Armory Inspection
Hope National Guard Company A tops 20 Arkansas guard units in annual armory inspection. A letter from Col Heber I McAlister of the 163rd Infantry congratulates Captain John M Duffie. Hope advanced from eleventh to first with a 94 percent score based on records, drill, attendance, appearance, leadership.
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Hope National Guard
Arkansas Guard
Heber I. McAlister
163Rd. Infantry
Hope
John M. Duffie
Hope Untt Ib
Witch Doctors Cast Their Spell Over Harlem
A Harlem feature depicts witch doctors and occult practices amidst nightlife and immigrant communities. It describes voodoo powders, charms, and rituals sold in dim venues, with advertisements for curses and remedies, and a tale of a rival bootlegger ruined by a spell.
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Witch Doctors
Harlem
East River
West Indies
Cal
John
Adam
Everoot
Roosevelt veto and veterans bill overshadow fishing trip plans
President Roosevelt issued a veto message on the independent supply bill with veterans amendments. Officials expected a veto override vote in the House, while administration leaders anticipated limited chances to overturn. He planned to seek action on the message before a fishing trip and to advertise bid procedures for private mail service during a transition period.
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Roosevelt
Naval
Congress
Coun
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Senate
Markets Hope Cotton Exchange Markets Hope Cotton Exchange
Cotton market developments report mixed prices with May contracts showing small declines in New York and New Orleans amid lower close readings. Grain futures in Chicago reflect slight adjustments with May Wheat and Corn edging down. Stock quotes list diverse U S steel, autos, and oil firms with varied activity. Agricultural prices note poultry and egg rates with perishables and livestock items in local markets.
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Ly Dudge
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Mich
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New York
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Fla
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