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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1940
Page
3
The column quotes a reprint from Fenner Beane noting American resilience amid past troubles and continued public demand for goods. It argues continued faith in America’s future underlies growth and opportunity while recounting a humorous tale about oilmen and St Peter illustrating greed and sly wit.
Dispatches from Grong Norway report confusion of hostilities near Namson as Norwegians seek peace talks with Germans. In Athens diplomatic quarters note Italian troops warships and planes concentrating at the Decanese islands in the eastern Mediterranean.
The report notes German plans to meet in Berlin with Franz von Papen, Italian holdings in the Dodecanese, and heavy Balian concentrations near Rhares. It claims Allied withdrawal north of Trondheim signals a near end to the war in Norway, citing a disastrous Steinklur clash and a heroic Nov Wegia defense amid British and French Blue Devils.
Mrs Maratha Smith aged 91 reputed Blevins oldest citizen died in sleep last Monday. Buried Tuesday at Macedonia cemetery near Blevins. Survived by daughter Mrs M L Nelson of Blevins two sons Fletcher of Blevins and Richard of Little Rock two stepsons Tom of Houston and Henry of Blevins one brother Matt Kong of De Queen and several grandchildren great grandchildren. Rev Charles H Geissen officiated.
Bowen, secretary of Hope chamber of commerce, Friday expressed thanks to all persons who aided in the federal census enumeration here. Preliminary reports are very satisfactory and indicate a substantial population increase in Hope during the past ten years.
Four college prompts ask for each institution s correct city with options. Temple University in Philadelphia, Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Catholic University in Washington D C, Creighton University in Omaha, Knox College in Galesburg. Answers appear on page two.
El Dorado prosecutor Oren Harris announces candidacy for Congress from Arkansas Seventh District. A 44 year old husband and father, Harris cites legal experience as deputy prosecuting attorney and current district prosecuting attorney, pledging to oppose war unless defense needed, support industrial growth, education, and agricultural programs, while opposing federal crude oil control and tax increases. He lists Hempstead as his birthplace and home county, with deep roots in local public service.
The Ozan PTA will present a play titled Mama's Baby Hug at Fulton High School on Wednesday night May 8, with officials noting the date as a community event. The item also mentions water holding capacity relating to air pressure and temperature in a separate line.
A Washington informed official says Homer Adkins plans to resign as Arkansas internal revenue collector to seek the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. He will announce in Little Rock within days and resign no later than May 15, joining a field that includes Attorney General Jack Holt Lieutenant Governor Bob Bailey and former Congressman John L. McClellan as potential candidates.
The Flying Fish freighter deck was raked by machinegun fire from a bomber over Bergen harbor during a clash between Allied and German forces. Captain W. W. Wollaston, of Denver, Colorado, reported the attack upon arrival in New York. The report, carried by NBG, is the first to reach the United States detailing the hostilities in the Scandinavian theater.
Senator Arthur H. Vandenberg argues a changed national atmosphere is needed to revive the economy. He calls for large investments in railroads and industry, criticizes government hostility to profit, and urges reforms to securities, labor relations, and presidential powers to restore business confidence and spur recovery.
The Ouachita Symphonic Choir will perform a sacred concert at the First Baptist Church of Hope Sunday night. Ernest Lee Holloway directs over fifty voices with Thelma Batson as faculty advisor. The choir tours the country yearly, recently returning from Southern cities from New Orleans to Daytona Beach. The public is invited.
Leslie Huddleston and the American Legion post voted to take the Hope High School band to Pine Bluff for the state convention on July 15 to 16. The post will arrange to transport the entire band and raise funds for expenses with a soapbox car race at Fair Park at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Seven entries had been received with potential more. three races planned for 1931 cars or older, value not to exceed $75, admission 15 and 25 cents.
East Third street gains a new brick business house as Dr E Warmack of Waldo announces a one story structure on the Curb Market site. Lot bought from Briant estate three weeks ago. Contracts total just under 3000 dollars and work to start Monday. Building will be 25 feet front by 75 feet back. No occupant announced yet. Dr Warmack is a brother of Mrs Jack Drake of Hope.
The Arkansas Bar Association will hold its 11th annual convention in Hot Springs. Association President Marvey T. Harrison of Little Rock opens with The Lawyer's Job. Burt J. Thompson of Forrest City will speak on Yee gal institute for local lawyers. Marcus L. Bell of New York, VP and general counsel of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway, will address. An address by O J Rogge of Washington, D C was canceled as Rogge cannot attend.
Gomer E. Jones of the Arkansas State Board of Health announces a meeting in Prescott on Tuesday May 7 at 8 p.m. C. Q. Jacobson, director cream quality program, urges all cream producers and cream station operators to attend.
The Hope Chamber outlines goals for 1955 including underpass for Missouri Pacific railroad, securing city streets, trademarking Hope, publishing an advertising booklet, and Hyway improvements Nos. 29 and 4. A $5,000 budget is proposed. the board asks for public canvassing and contributions, urging all to do their full share.
Gainesville Ga Congressman B Frank Whelchel wins dismissal of two counts accusing sale of postmastership in a federal court case. He vows to refute remaining charges and argues money offered as campaign contributions. Judge Underwood allows evidence Maynard Mabrun paid 500 dollars for Tate Ga postmaster appointment. Polar bears are described as land animals with many never touching the ground.
New York July cotton opened at 10.47 cents and closed at 10.144 cents with spot quotation around 10.85 cents reflecting a midsession update. Note: OCR shows decimal misreads. likely 10.47 opening and 10.44 close with spot near 10.85.
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