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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1940
Page
6
A xported clipping describes Carey delivering mill when a frightened horse ran through an intersection as traffic light turned red. The horse halted suddenly, narrowly avoiding a collision with a mobile driver and bystander injuries.
Bell pitched for Hope in a rough but productive game led by 7 hits from Ledford and key plays by Henrie, Fountain, Urban, and Sparks. Magnolia and Magnolia’s defense held Magnolia in the later innings as Hope rallied with timely hits and fielding to secure a win over Magnolia in a local afternoon tilt at Cowlsdale.
A damaged fragment describes a man with a hat package tied to a window pane to deter theft. The sign promises samples for sale and warns that only the seller may view items. The message implies the device is effective.
Right fielder Hern makes a spectacular ninth inning catch ending the close game. Spock Wit and Hormah contributed with rallies as Stags’ solid defense, several walks, and a lone double shaped the late frame. Multiple players listed with odd spellings and a rough box score appear, reflecting a chaotic OCR read of a late innings summary.
Longview report notes a confusing scene where a person named Little discovers six kittens hidden under debris after awakening to a nighttime disturbance. Authorities or locals may have assisted in rescuing the animals.
Daily standings recap lists multiple team results with chaotic OCR errors. Key items include Nashville at Little Rock and New Orleans versus Chicago with several postponed and unsettled games. Notable mentions cite Birmingham, Memphis, and Cleveland with assorted scores and upcoming matches across major venues.
Oren Harris spoke at the Kiwanis meeting with Gren Pheys of El Doril as host. The talk, titled The Preservation of Bebcharney, urged readiness against bands and isms in the United States. Morris criticized multiple groups while B C Ellen attended as a guest.
Martin Jonstan awards diplomas as FR and PL Young president of the Board of Education leads music with God Bless America. Glee Club performs. Announcements and reeossignal noted.
Fragmentary copy by Clement Aules claims Mabur’s proximity to power would divert any person to pur e. Scattered phrases mention special service, delivery, and speed in registration. The text includes garbled names and distorted terms, with references to taxes and preventing profiteering during a crisis.
The WPA gathering Monday night featured a program with songs dances and piano solos. Short talks were given by Albert Graves R P Bowen Royce Weisenbarger Frank Hill Clifford Franks James Pilkisan and Dewey Hendrix as invitations were extended to the public to view the organization’s professional and service projects.
Prospective exhibitors are urged to submit clean red cattle for classing and judging. Prizes include per- head sums, white ribbons, and other awards. Officials from the College of Agriculture and American Rodeo Club will oversee entries, with a local juror to evaluate and exhibit eligible animals.
In a public notice, recruitment for various Army roles is announced across multiple states including Oklahoma Texas California and more. Applicants may submit in person or by mail to designated officers. reminders emphasize eligibility and application timing for the listed postings.
A flatfish alters as it matures, tilting to lie on one side. The usual top and bottom become the sides, while the left and right become the new upper and lower faces, reshaping its orientation in the water.
Fragmentary report describes Berlin zoo keeping its animals after a chaotic incident. Attendants guard the enclosures while spectators observe. Victims, if any, and precise details are unclear due to damaged text.
A torn steel fragment and buckled rivets from the Exeter class warship recovered from the River Blaje mark the first World War II relic interred in London's Imperial War Museum. The artifact symbolizes the early naval battles and the war’s reach across the Atlantic.
Premier Reynaud warns that millions abroad are involved and calls for unity before it is too late. Senate adjourns to let government cope. Reynaud cites credible faults in the French high command after Amiens and a 62 mile breach in the front. London reports German bombers raid the southeast coast with no casualties. anti-aircraft fire and fighter responses interrupt the attack as ships and coastal targets are briefly hit.
Fragmentary report notes algae or feets above an elevation in Key West with searchlights lighting the skies. No air raid warning was sounded according to the partial text.
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