Senator George Attacks Subsidy Plan for Cotton Export
Washington report details Senator George of Georgia urging defeat of the Roosevelt backed export subsidy plan. He opposes tying the plan to the farm funds bill amid Senate debate. Also notes House committee action on War Department nonmilitary funding and river and harbor projects for the coming year.
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Dramatic Club to Present Program at Hope City Hall
The Dramatic Club will stage a public program at 7 30 tonight at Hope city hall as part of National Music Week observances. The varied program includes readings, songs, skits, and ensembles by local performers.
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Tax Reform Clash and Capitol Battles Highlight Washington
Congress and the Roosevelt tax policy dominate Washington discourse as the Treasury hints at reducing the undistributed profits tax to aid business recovery. A battle over Great Smoky Mountains supervisor Eakin pits Sen McKellar against Interior Secretary Ickes, while House actions reveal veterans benefits and a staffing feud involving Gearhart and Elliott.
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A Thought One Pray Live as a Conqueror
A Thought One pray live as a conqueror, a king, or a magistrate, but he must die a man. The bed of death brings every human being to his pure individuality. Daniel Webster.
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Cranium Crackers Aidden Number Puzzle
A riddle asks for a number hidden by prefixing digits. If 17 is added it relates to the start of the French Revolution, with 48 suggesting the Johnstown flood year, and 18 implying the futures. Determine the base number and provide the solution from the page.
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FSA to Assist 365 County Farmers
Hempstead county farm families plan for the new year under Farm Security Administration loans. About 363 standard loans projected, totaling roughly $190,000, with 176 new borrowers. County supervisor A H Wade said plans map year’s farming and home management, detailing crops, food preservation and feed, guiding decisions and lending.
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May Use Troops to End Soft Coal Strike in Kentucky
Governor Chandler warned that National Guard troops would be sent to Kentucky coal mines by next Monday if operations do not resume. The move follows escalating tensions as miners and operators seek a path to reopen mines amid ongoing deadlock in multiple states. President Roosevelt pressed for a quick settlement, noting agreement in principle on a key point: recognition of the United Mine Workers as the bargaining representative, but details remain to be settled to reopen mines.
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Halibut Trade Boost Ahead of Season Arrival
HALIFAX reports the schooner Ronald George arrives with a fare of 75 00 pounds of halibut promising a stronger season. A single trip yields an estimated net haul around 335000 pounds, signaling a lucrative fishing period for fleets and fishers.
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Cotton prices dip as market closes steady decline
New Orleans May cotton opened Wednesday at 89.5 cents a pound and closed at 84. Spot cotton stayed quiet with a decline of eight points. Middling grade reached 82.4 cents per pound.
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Gorman Forced Out as Head of Textile Union
Washington dispatch reports that J. Gorman resigned as president of the AFL affiliated United Textile Workers after opposition from high AFL officials. He had led about 150 locals from CIO to AFL ranks, affecting the union's leadership and relations.
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66 Rescued From Sinking Freighter Lindenbank
WALLINGTON Admiral Harry Yarnell reported the rescue of 66 passengers and crew from the British steamer Lindenbank which sank in the Sulu Sea near the Philippine Islands. They were taken aboard the destroyer Pope with no injuries and no loss of life after the ship sank in 3,000 feet of water following a squall.
Bell No. 1 Test Drilling Near Lewisville Arkansas
Lewisville Arkansas Bell No 1 test drill progress reported Erwin and Lench of al Bell No 1 with a 350 per foot bid A hydraulic contact reported casing from Memphis arrived Tuesday afternoon and will be set Wednesday afternoon Operators expect to drill Sunday and bring in the well by Monday Road conditions near the site are usable an informed source said
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30 Bands Register for Regional Meet
LITTLE ROCK Arkansas officials of region seven of the National Band Association announced Wednesday that 30 high school bands from eight states have registered for the second annual contest of the region in Little Rock Friday and Saturday. About 58 high schools across Arkansas Louisiana Mississippi Oklahoma Illinois Missouri and Tennessee will be represented by bands or solo and ensemble entries. Participating Arkansas schools include Little Rock North Little Rock Crumpler Camden Crossett Dewitt El Dorado Fort Smith Hope Magnolia McGehee Pine Bluff Smackover Stuttgart Texarkana and Jonesboro.
Mothers urged to give children democracy on Mother's Day
Ruth Millett urges American mothers to sign a declaration promoting five freedoms and teach children to value liberty. The piece argues signing is just the start and real duty involves voting wisely, tolerance, and guiding children to self-reliance, preserving heritage of freedom.
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Arkansas Exhibit Strike Threat Prompts Union Picket Warning
State Publicity Director says Local 306 of the Motion Picture Operators Union would picket the Arkansas exhibit at the World's Fair if demands for a full time operator are not met. He accuses the union of being unfair to Arkansas. Kentucky begins 1989 with patrols in 25 counties to boost metropolitan traffic safety.
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Mind Your Manners Quiz on Social Etiquette
A practice quiz asks how to respond to others praise or criticism, with guidance that insulting remarks are arrogant and that finding fault with gifts or others taste is inappropriate. It emphasizes kindness, restraint, and considerate behavior toward hosts, nurses, and guests in hospital settings.
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Hope Runs High on Sale of U.S. Bonds in Hope
Postmaster Robert M. Wilson reported Hope’s savings bond sales for the first third of the year reached 51 937.50 dollars, part of a statewide rise as Batesville’s post office fed the second-class network. Treasury figures through March 31 1939 show total savings bonds maturity value above 2 437 108 850 dollars with about 1 44008 investors.
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Goodwill Kiwanis Tour to Patmos Friday Evening
Hope Kiwanis members plan a Friday night program at Patmos High School auditorium starting 745 PM. John P. Cox to give the principal address with J Ched Hull as emcee. Hope Quartet backed by local talent to entertain. Elmer R Brown oversees Patmos schools. Citizens invited to attend. Fort Knox gold stock valued at 14.5 billion in 1939.
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Chamberlain discusses Soviet aid in European peace efforts
London reports Premier Chamberlain told Parliament Britain and France sought Soviet Russia's aid in Eastern Europe. He argued the proposals are not a Soviet obligation and noted objections. Berlin notes Axis talks as Rome Berlin axis deepens, with Ribbentrop reporting to Hitler on a peace formula. Goering travels to strengthen ties with Franco, Vatican efforts praised.
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