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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1935
Page
4
The will of a leading Landa physician directs burial in full ceremonial style. The document emphasizes dignified rites and a prominent medical figure remembered by the community. Details about location and time are not provided in the readable text.
Local interest rises as Don Woo Johnston of Prairie Mouge Oil reports a major test well near Washington. The block’s four miles wide area, drilled this summer, is expected to drain significant reserves within a week, with gas and air tests and casing evaluations underway. Residents recall earlier drilling excitement from about 12 years ago as activity revives prospects.
A private discussion notes oil found in at least one test but alleges a cover up by Idle tests. Hempstead County officials plan a thorough examination, expecting several weeks after blade assembly to complete preparations. The private consortium intends a formal permitting process only after final testing.
The long condemned Woodman Hall in Washington, once a fraternal house and later a social venue, was razed after years of neglect. The building, erected in 1900 by local Woodmen of the World members, housed the Farmers Bank of Washington in its lower floor and hosted dances and gatherings until abandoned about three years ago due to danger from its unstable upper structure.
Center Point farmers busy with crops as they petting behind the ren. Oscar Modnett spent Thursday night in Little Rock. Delma Wright spent Saturday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Lee Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Ellis spent Saturday night and Sunday with relatives at Liberty Mill. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Madnett and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Chambless and children were Sunday afternoon callers at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Wright.
Mrs Ethel Miller of 1619 Chapman St Houston Texas touts Dr Pierce s Golden Medical Discovery as a tonic to aid weakness and fatigue She recalls its use for a bedridden family member with claims of renewed vitality The ad lists tablet sizes prices and a offer for free medical advice from Dr Pierce s Clinic Buffalo NY This is an old fashioned patent medicine promotion centered on a personal testimonial
In Washington the Wagner bill drives a major shift toward union empowerment under the New Deal. It would establish the National Labor Relations Board as an independent body, protect the right to bargain collectively, and require employers to bargain. The measure aims to deter employer interference and grant unions majority-rule representation, reshaping labor relations amid Roosevelts program.
A Vista to Nashville Wednesday reports visitors from Nashville including Rev M A Wiles who preached at the Baptist church last Sunday. Mrs J K Green, Mrs Rokinel Robins and others hosted and traveled through the area. Mr and Mrs T L Hockersmith returned home after a Benton visit while Dr W D Janes and Mr were also noted in town.
The article covers proposed laws restricting employer interference with unionizing, potential open shops, and the balance of bargaining power. It notes opposition from industry groups and cites the NLRB and other bodies, with references to constitutional arguments and likely court tests.
The Baptist Missionary Society met with Mrs. Eugene Goodlett on Monday afternoon. Mrs. Raymond Stuart recently visited Nashville. Miss Iria Robins spent the past weekend in Hope as guest of Miss Ethel Robinson.
In a period of high fuel costs foreign markets show the 1935 Dodge economy boosting popularity. American sales rise nationwide as Dodge touts gas savings and value. R T Hall of Ballinger Texas praises the car’s economy and performance. The model features Airglide Ride, all steel body, and dual cylinder hydraulic brakes. Priced from 645 dollars fob Detroit, with Chrysler Commercial Credit Plan.
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