24 May 1932
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1932
Page
1
The Star outlines a platform supporting coherent economic policy and more efficient county government. It emphasizes improving agricultural support, streamlining operations, and boosting regional prosperity through practical measures. The piece argues for responsible governance and practical reforms.
A column laments current leadership and budget battles in Congress. It questions responsiveness to voters and the danger of overrepresenting constituents. The author urges independent judgment and stronger guidance amid partisan gyrations and fiscal strain.
The Geneva disarmament talks suffer from diverging views on what caliber guns qualify as offensive. The United States and allies push 155 millimeters while others seek 100 to 177 millimeters. Officials doubt real progress, noting the conference mainly preserves status quo and offers little chance of reducing future war or danger.
A prominent industrialist argues that the simplest fix is for Americans to decide to work. He notes many would work if told when and where jobs are available, countering the view that idleness is by choice or charity. He suggests the rich overlook this basic fact.
Senate leaders pressed to pass a 2.2 billion revenue bill to balance the budget amid 11 hour sessions. Republican Smoot of Utah led the tax measure against Democrat Tynes of Maryland with a strong tariff coalition defending oil coal copper and lumber duties. Hoover urged no adjournment until the tax and economy measures become law as Watson Indiana and Robinson Arkansas vowed to stay on the floor.
Walter King of Middleton filed for divorce from Elizabeth King last December reporting no children. Elizabeth King’s recently filed answer states a child was born in January, about a month after the petition.
In McKinney district a Black burglar broke a window at Hagg's store with a nailed stick and began removing cigarettes. Store owner Hagg fired from across the street, wounding the burglar who claimed not to be killed. He was treated in Baptist State Hospital and charged with burglary and petit larceny.
Sweden ships a display for the Los Angeles Olympics, headed by commissioner Anshelm Schuttzberg. The exhibit features modern Swedish painting and sculpture including Isaac Gruenewald, Bigil Schwab, Bruno Liljefers, Ossian Osslund, Carl Fogerberg, Alice Nardin, and Carl El. A sculpture titled Mr. G presents King Gustav of Sweden playing tennis, created by Alice Nordin. the piece represents the king’s world.
In Denver Judge Alvin H. Pickens fined Gertrude Smith and Pearl Gates fifty dollars each after they were caught stealing. He drew the penalties after they promised to leave town. The judge remarked about theft beyond bread and milk during a starving case.
In a wind kissed spring setting the small church hosts a restrained ceremony for Susan and Bob. Rose and Aunt Jessie watch with mixed emotions as the couple wed, then depart with friends and family to begin a modest life together in Montana.
Officials praise a promising rookie for strong hitting and leadership after standout performances in the recent season. The player, listed among top prospects, is noted for smooth swing and potential impact at the next level.
Russell Witt, 21, of Greenbrier near Conway, was wounded and two companions arrested after they allegedly tried to rob Ed W. Moore gasoline filling station near Cadron Gap. Witt was shot in the left arm and hip, treated at Faulkner County Hospital. Gordon Brown and Exel McRae, both Greenbrier residents, were released on bond after officers took them into custody.
Washington reports the Senate Banking Committee plans a rapid probe of stock market manipulation led by William A. Gray. Investigators target big pools in Radio Corporation of America and Electric Autolite, aiming to present key cases by June 10 if feasible, with continued work possible after party conventions.
Frank Ward Co. F Routon and Circuit Clerk candidates Dale Jones and Lillie Middlebrooks are mentioned in a report tracing a Goldman-Sacha deal in which 23 million was paid for a company with only 1.75 million invested. The money was traced last week through subsidiary organizations and Gray plans to seek the final disposition.
MOSCOW report shows heavy and light industries increased output versus last year but missed the year’s first quarter quotas. Coal pig iron and steel lag behind target though higher than a year ago, with transportation also underperforming due to limited facilities and skill gaps. analysts warn substantial effort needed to meet annual plan.
Geneva report shows the United States with 16,079,253 radio receivers and 133.4 sets per 1,900 persons, leading the world in receiver ownership. Denmark follows with 133.0 sets per 1,000 inhabitants as global radio audience reaches about 124 million people and more than 22 million sets in use.
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