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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1941
Page
4
The piece discusses President Roosevelt's failed experiment moving Thanksgiving to the penultimate Thursday in November and the plan to restore it to the traditional final Thursday in 1942. It also critiques public opinion, reflects on midweek holidays, and includes several anecdotes and observations on war, leadership, and historical references.
Beirut and Washington reports indicate French reaction to policy has astonished envoy and drew protests from Ambassador Henry Haye over what France calls unfriendly action by the United States. French authorities accuse U S of placing French vessels under protective surveillance as tensions rise after air raids near Damascus. The envoy discussed American opinions and the Franco-German collaboration issue, noting Article 18 of the armistice agreement places French airports under control.
Puzzle prompts readers with questions about extreme elevations from the highest and lowest paints in the United States to world peaks and polar elevations. It asks for locations of the tallest mountain named Mt Denah and the deepest known point, and requests the polar elevations, promising answers on the Page Cuple.
Berlin reports the 8220 ton Egyptian liner Zaman was sunk by German forces. All 138 Americans aboard were said to be safe in German occupied territory, with Germany claiming humane treatment and adherence to wartime conduct. Washington sought full details from Berlin via the embassy.
A compact aphorism attributed to Livy notes that in times of danger or dwindling hope the boldest counsel tends to be safest, framing courage as a decisive guide when outcomes seem precarious. The reflection underscores risk, judgment, and leadership under pressure.
Unconfirmed reports circulate that Hope could host United States South West Army maneuvers in August. Col Paul Gibson from Memphis inspected Hope buildings including Hope High and Hopewell, with decisions to be made by mail. Jackson says about 70,000 soldiers may maneuver in the area.
President Roosevelt created a civilian defense office led by Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia. The agency has two divisions: a Board of Civilian Protection with regional and federal representatives, and a Volunteer Participation Committee of up to 20 members. LaGuardia will be paid and remain New York mayor.
Governor Homer M. Adkins proclaims Saturday May as Poppy Day to honor Arkansas veterans of 1917 and 1918. Citizens are urged to wear memorial poppies made by disabled veterans and to donate generously to aid those still bearing the costs of war.
Senator Spencer of Hope paid his first call on President Roosevelt in Washington Monday saying he wanted to get acquainted. Spencer had been appointed by Governor Adkins to fill the seat after Miller’s appointment as federal district judge in Arkansas.
The courthouse area light will resume flickering after officials moved a sparrow’s mate from the street lamp. Commission members ordered the tree cut to prevent premature hatchings and potential hazards in Asheville, North Carolina.
Memorial Day programs cut across groups including the United Daughters of the Confederacy Arkansas division Spanish American veterans and auxiliary American Legion and Auxiliary and Clara Lowthorp Chapter. Mrs H C Whitworth announces the national date and time with E F McFaddin giving the address. Hope High School band will perform and the Children of the Confederacy chapter will place a memorial wreath. Public invited to attend.
Jack W. Turner of Hope is reported murdered to report to Camp Robinson by 1 pm May 2. He will enlist as a flying cadet and train at the Missouri Institute of Aeronautics in Sikeston Ma. An Alaska land development estimate cites 63,000 square miles for prospect.
President Roosevelt announced that moving Thanksgiving up a week to boost retail business failed. He declared next year Thanksgiving will again be on the traditional last Thursday of November by presidential proclamation.
The senior class of Hope High presents The Wild Oats Boy a three act comedy drama Friday night May 23 at the high school auditorium. Directed by Mrs Brents McPherson the cast includes Aunt Annie Claudia Agee Della Murie Fuller Judy Polly Tolleson Dany Murphy E B Wall Patricia Gilden Nancy Hill Eva Martin Mary Wilson Foldig Thomas Gordon Jake Peters rn Yocom Prue Mary Etn Presley Chuck Benton Thomas Kinser Trent James H Ward Seth Wilton Jewell Mose Jack Hendrix.
The Twelve Oili Maids will be presented at Willisville High School auditorium Friday night May 2. The Parent Teachers Association sponsors the event and invites the public to attend.
German forces including troops disguised as Anzac units landed on Crete by glider and aircraft, prompting Prime Minister Churchill to report a grave situation in Parliament. The assault, described as Hitler’s bold move in the eastern Mediterranean, aimed to seize Crete and threaten Cyprus, Syria, and the eastern sea lanes. British authorities noted heavy fighting and said several attackers were accounted for as German plans unfolded.
President Roosevelt disclosed that the United States offered to sell two ships to Ireland and supply 500000 dollars worth of food for the civilian population. The vessels would fly the Irish flag and may carry more food, with Ireland seeking Maritime Commission approval to buy two ships in Wisconsin for shipping supplies. Irish minister Robert Brennan said plans called for about a dozen ships pending approval.
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