Hope municipal power plant plans and highway program
The Star's Platform cites penances of the municipal power plant to develop capital resources of Hope. It calls for pavement improvements starting in 1930 and better territorial conditions in Wright's business back-yard. The Chamber of Commerce backs an all weather road program to gradually reduce dirt mileage and promote agricultural projects. It advocates cooperative effort and reform for efficient government and state highway progress, noting Kansas cattle tick issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citr
Penanties
Chamber of Commerce
Hempstead
Ethal
Kansas
Arkansas Farmer: Principles Over Politics in State Progress
Stan ne argues politics should serve state progress over individuals as the Arkansas Farmer endorses Martineau Road and school consolidation. The paper criticizes graft, outdated administration, and excessive taxation while urging modernization, parity in law, and active citizen input to shape policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanne
The
Arkansas Farmer
State Capitol
Martineau Roads
Arkansas
Better Crops Contest Incentives Highlight County Farms
Bowie and Miller counties enter cotton and corn contests with five hundred dollars in prizes from the National Bank. Awards cover cotton and corn, encouraging small plots and efficient farming. The aim is higher yield per acre and improved seed, with the bank promoting agricultural progress in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowie
Miller
Late National Bank
Fexurkana Gazette
Wet campaign roars in Pennsylvania primary race
In Pennsylvania ahead of the May 20 Republican primary, wet vs dry lines dominate politics. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh bosses back Davis and Brown, while wet candidates Phillips Bohlen push for a referendum and a possible independent ticket to challenge Pinchot. Rich campaigning, loud bandwagons, and organized efforts illuminate a pivotal state contest.
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Pennsylvania
Jim Davis
Francis Shunk Brows
Philadelphia
Pittsbursh
Joe Grundy
Gifford Pinchot
Brown
Phillips
Bohlen
Thomas W. Phillips
Francis
University of Pennsylvania
Phillipus
Pinchot
Wet
News of Other Days From the Files of the Star
25 YEARS AGO O A Graves visited in Texarkana on legal business. Mr and Mrs W Y Foster spend a few days in Hot Springs. D M Cltty of Quan spent Wednesday in Hope. W S Eakin from Washington yesterday. Sheriff Wilson from Washington Thursday. Luke Monroe of Washington visited Flope yesterday. J M Hudgin of Stamps was a business visitor in Hope yesterday. J W Patterson of Patterson Co down From Arkadelphia Wednesday.
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O. A. Graves
Texarkana
W. Y. Foster
Hot Springs
D. M. Cltty
Quan
Hope
Eakin
Washington
Sheriff Wilson
Luke Monroe
J. M. Hudgin
Stamps
J. W. Patterson
Patterson & Co
Arkadelphia Wernesey
Years Ago in Hope Social Notes From Local Travelers
Miss Bess Ellen of Columbus was hoped to be here today while C Bawliss of Washington visited Hope yesterday after wis nom. Mrs. B T Tharp visits sister Mrs J T Smith of Texarkana. Mrs D E Cummons of Prescott arrived for a visit. Miss Villa Dean Hanegan is entertaining this afternoon. Mrs Gus Haynes receives guests for niece. Miss Steg Dillard of Prescott visits friends here. Mr and Mrs J B Stone are visiting Gordon and Little Rock. Misses Loreen Wolff Evelyn Billiley of Washington are guests of Mrs Laurence Lewis. Mrs Cliff Holland arrived from Ruston La for a visit with her mother. Mrs Charles S Wingfield resides on South Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bess Ellen
Columbus
Hope
C. Bawliss
Washington
Wis Nom
B. T. Tharp
J.T. Smith
Texarkana
D. E. Cummons
Prescott
Gus Haynes
Villa Dean Hanegan
Steg Dillard
Telegraphic miscellany and local notes from Hope area
An assortment of brief items including local remarks on rain relief, crop damage, and residents viewing Fulton bridge amid high waters. Nearby reports mention Harold Sanford, Milton Caudle and families mayhaw hunting thwarted by floodwaters. Harmony school elects George Crews to succeed Grady Reece. two Monroe Doughetry bays participate in notes.
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Fulton Bridge
Fulton
Pike
Harold Sanford
Milton Caudle
Mayhaw
Dempsey Visits Allen Family in Rocky Mound Area
The narrative recalls Jack Dempsey as a wrestler moving through varied roles from mine laborer to saloon entertainer before achieving boxing fame. He traveled from Allen to visit kin for a weekend with Uncle Joe Ward and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pickard of Rocky Mound spent Monday with Pickard and McWilliams family members and Eassie McWilliams.
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Allen
Joe Ward
Henry Pickard
Rocky Mound
Pickards
J. M. McWilliams
Messrs
Pickard
Mc Williams
Eassie Mc Williams
Community Notes and Local Visits Across Town
Reports detail visitors and family gatherings in Hope and surrounding areas. Miltort Otvell buys a cow. Mr and Mrs James Tibberville visit relatives near Sutton. Snakes, storms, and road disruptions affect rural routes while locals plan piano recital and church events. Nasarville and Center Point residents are noted with weekend visits and travels to Texarkana, Arkadelphia, and McAlester.
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Joe
Walker
Begea
James Tibbervillé
Jeff
Sutton
Hope
Shover
Oak Grove
Centerville
Sammy’ Hadnett
Weekend visitors host bridge parties in DeQueen
Raymon Roulesu of DeQueen spent the weekend as a guest of Miss Ruth Alexander. Mrs C O Baughman and Miss Virginia Gaines hosted two parties at the Baughman home on West Supert Street Wednesday. Morning bridge saw Mrs Glen Roberson win high, followed by a salad course. Afternoon bridge winners were Mrs Hendrix Pope. A piano recital by Miss Chloe Smith's pupils was planned for June 3 at the Methodist church with two nights of performances.
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Raymon Roulesu
DeQueen
Ruth Alexander
C. O. Baughman
Virgina Gaines
Baughman
West Supert Street
Glen Roberson
Pope
Ant
Chloe Smith
Methodist Church
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D. M. McWilliama
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Nasiwille
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Joe Parker
Arkadelphia
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Rennie
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Flint
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D. M. Finley & CO
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