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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1940
Page
4
The City of Hope started resurfacing East Third Street to fix a tourist hazard and curb problems. The column urges a City Planning Board approach to reduce high downtown curbs, noting they hinder business, rentals, and land values, and suggests mobilizing property owners for a city wide program.
John L. Wilson announces candidacy for Hempstead County judge in the August primaries. A longtime public servant, he cites eight years as county official, recent four-year state senate service, and a record of road and bridge projects as proof he should be reelected. He expresses intent to run a vigorous campaign with support from voters and friends, promising continued fiscal stewardship and no scandals.
LITTLE ROCK The Lite Rock weather bureau reports improvement in all vegetable crops and says farm work remains about two weeks behind normal. Backward season slows progress with little cotton planted and poor progress on what is up. Strawberries bloom but ripen slowly due to cool weather. Potatoes look good in most areas while lowland work is delayed by floods on the lower White River. Oats meadows and pastures show good progress especially alfalfa. Tomatoes are being set and radishes are being shipped.
Georgia case centers on a down payment for a Ball Ground postmastership and campaign contributions. Brooks testifies that Harris borrowed $500 to fund Whelchel's bid, with further payments arranged, while Whelchel denied having any voice in the appointment. The trial notes linked to a broader postal jobs scheme and a shifting postmaster recommendation.
John Flynn interviews Indiana Democrat Paul V. McNutt, outlining his recovery plan. He cites monopoly and weak buying power as key obstacles, urges tax revision to shift burden to income taxes, expands national services, funds public works with federal control, and continues government reorganization plus extended old age pensions. The piece previews further details on Page Four.
The General Conference formally asked President Rosewell to recall Myron C. Taylor, personal envoy to the Vatican, saying his appointment has caused unease and discord among many and hindered peace efforts.
A tornado in Grant County Tuesday night killed six and injured eight. State Welfare offered hospitaliation food and clothing. Farm Security Administration prepared to give financial aid to avoid farming disruption. Officials surveyed damage. a mass funeral is planned for Thursday. The Hicks family victims will be buried in Palestine. Sophie Miller in Shaw, with a single service in Benton.
In 1790 the French government rejected the notion that foundlings are children of the state, signifying early framing of child welfare and state responsibility debates amid revolutionary reforms.
Hempstead Circuit Clerk Ralp Bailey released the April term jurors and alternates for the Hempstead circuit court which meets May 13. The April term was moved from April 1 to May 14 due to courthouse completion and new offices. Jury commissioners submitted the list but one name was questioned, leading to substitution by E. E. Mobley. The list includes jurors Louie Carlson, John Kent, W. W. Ellen, Sam Ingram, L. Carter Johnson, Hollis Luck, Oscar Rider, Lat Moses, Basil York, and others with alternates N Nesbitt and J O Johnson among names listed.
A brief aphorism notes that harming others echoes back on the doer and cannot be justified by self resultant harm. The saying emphasizes moral reciprocity and cautions against treating others with cruelty.
The second jollopy auto race of the season will be at Pair Park Sunday afternoon starting 2 30 p m rain or shine. All entries must be 1931 models or older with a 73 inch maximum wheelbase. Entries due by noon Saturday with B C Hollis or Bill Smith at Hope Auto Company. Sponsored by the American Legion post with the Hope police department. Admission 15 and 25 cents.
Revenue Commissioner McCarroll revoked the beer licenses of two Fort Smith dealers and one Malvern outlet for violations of department regulations. Named as licensees were Domingo Mathis and Ella Scott of Fort Smith and W C Bashaw of Malvern. Revocations followed a recommendation by the Brewers and Arkansas Beer Distributors Committee.
Election year trivia tests readers on historic races. True and false prompts include Hoover versus Al Smith in 1928 and Cox as Democratic candidate in 1920. The questions reference Theodore Roosevelt in 1900s style politics, Charles Evans Hughes opposing Wilson in 1916, and Norman Thomas on the Socialist ticket in 1924. Answers appear on page two.
The Senate voted 766 to 3 to override President Roosevelt and enact travel pay and food allowances for officers and men held in service in the Philippines after the war with Spain. The House had already passed the measure 274 to 82.
Arkansas hearing before a House Judiciary Subcommittee examined the bid to move the Eastern District of Arkansas federal court from Helena to Forrest City. Lawyers from Forrest City and Helena argued merits, while Helena attorneys and chamber officials urged keeping the court in Helena amid district needs and local opposition. A separate Italy test describes an airborne passenger parachute system for a transport plane.
British leaders press the struggle as authorities claim to maintain control amid mounting tensions. The situation features persistent opposition and a resolute stance from officials, signaling ongoing confrontation and strategic posture.
Britain confirms Chamberlain faces hard questions in Commons over Norway policy. German forces push inland in Norway while Norwegians resist and volunteers cross from Sweden to help. Sweden reports aid to Norwegians as Axis moves threaten supply lines along Glomma valley.
July cotton opened at 30.50 and closed at 19.50 with middling spot listed at 10.93, reflecting a dramatic intraday swing in the market.
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