Arkansas Speed Law Debate Mirrors Highway Death Toll Claims
Our Daily Bread urges speed limits while critics argue statutory limits fail to curb highway fatalities. The Arkansas piece contends the 60 mph limit is not a universal fix, noting past shifts to adaptive speeds and the lack of numerous No Passing Zones on hills and curves across the state. Continued discussion promises more arguments on policy effectiveness.
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China to whip Japan alone says Chiang
Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek declared China would undertake single-handedly the task of defeating Japan without expeditionary forces or naval aid, relying on material and economic strength. He warned that any nation challenging American democracy would face destruction and criticized Japan’s plans as aiming to nullify U S power in the Pacific, threatening war with America if China fell.
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WPA Labor for Sidewalks Project Plans Open to Public
City treasurer Charles Reynersan announced WPA labor for sidewalk revival in Hope. Plans call for WPA supervision and materials supplied by property owners. WPA costs capped at about ten cents per square foot. Citizens are urged to contact Jim immediately for participation.
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Cranium Crackers Questions on Naturalized Citizens
A newspaper feature asks readers five citizenship queries about eligibility for office. It notes ages such as 42 and 48 and asks who first became a naturalized U.S. citizen to hold a national post and whether a naturalized citizen can be vice president. Answers appear on the Comic Page.
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British Capital Ravaged by Weekend Fire and Luftwaffe Raid
London endured a weekend of widespread bombing as fires scarred key districts and Westminster Abbey suffered roof and window damage. In the Commons, Minister Avihny Greenwood surveyed wreckage and vowed reconstruction, while RAF counterstrikes hit Hamburg Bremen Emden and other targets as German raids shifted to southern and central England.
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New Egg Book Explores Creative Meal Ideas
The Star previews 300 Ways to Serve Eggs as a theme for any meal from appetizer to dessert. Recipes like Fluffy Eye Nests and Spinach Ring Mold showcase eggs’ versatility, health value, and easy preparation across dishes with vegetables meats and beverages.
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Senate Vote Advances Seizure of Idle Foreign Ships
Washington based Senate commerce committee approved legislation to authorize the government to seize idle foreign ships in U.S. harbors. The panel rejected attempts to reallocate vessels between belligerents and added an amendment barring government control of ships owned by notable countries without purchase. The measure moves to further floor action likely later in the week.
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Army Asks for Younger Men Draft Expansion Probed by Congress
Selective Service headquarters urged Congress to amend the conscription act to draft younger men, arguing higher age inductions hinder efficiency. Brig. Gen. Hursey disclosed this to Speaker Rayburn, citing army experience that younger brackets yield better qualification. In Arkansas, about 2,500 men expected for June calls under the act, Gen Compere reported. He also announced 17 additional examining physicians, including Dr. A. J. Neighbors of Hempstead County, confirmed by Washington.
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Answer Man Shown in Error on WHO Broadcast
A radio segment featuring Albert Mitchel known as The Answer Man aired on Station WHO Des Moines Iowa. Listeners in Hope People reported his error claiming the world's largest watermelon weighed 17 pounds and was grown in 1934 near a Northern town. Prompted by readers Weldon Taylor Paul Hutson Mr and Mrs Joe Black mailed proof. The Hope Star postcard picture of Dick Powell and O D Middlebrooks 1985 world champion were referenced. The mix up triggered audience reaction and Mitchel faced correction on air during Tuesday night chatter.
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Hempstead Youths Lead Unity Agri Day Group
Two Hempstead County youths were elected officers of the Unity Agri Day Association. Darwin Janes of Pyliins was named treasurer and Land Van Hamilton of McCaskill was chosen publicity manager according to a Fayetteville news release.
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A Thought If ye love me keep my commandments
A compact religious note cites John 14 15 urging faithful followers to keep Jesus commandments as a test of love. The brief fragment echoes moral instruction commonly printed in period devotionals.
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Dive’ Attack on Convoy Captured in Allied War Photos
Unusual images confiscated by British contraband officers show a Stuka dive bomber attacking a British convoy. The pictures, filmed to depict German propaganda, were being sent toward South America via wartime channels.
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Hess death crash details unfold in Nazi leadership shakeup
German officials disclosed that Rudolf Hess may have been missing after a Saturday night flight from Augsburg and that adjutants faced accusations of pressuring him to fly. The announcement noted Hess's ill health and traces of mental disorder while denying clear injuries, amid questions of which leaders knew of his death and why he undertook the mission.
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Hitler Mussolini Stalin to Meet Likely in Near Future
Diplomatic sources reported Monday that a meeting among Hitler Mussolini and Stalin is likely soon. Informants said the gathering would tie into a broader shake up involving Spain and French Naval leader Darlin, with negotiations tied to Nazi plans.
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City Cases Heard Monday in Short Municipal Court Session
Municipal court at city hall heard only city cases Monday morning with Judge W K Lemley presiding. Some civil cases were continued due to scheduling issues.
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