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Newspaper

Hope Star

Location

Hope, Arkansas, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1938

Page

4

Tickets On Sale For Softball Contests Here Friday Night

Six hundred tickets went on sale Tuesday for two softball games at the high school stadium between Nope and Prescott towns. Proceeds go to the Softball Lighting Fund to install lights at First Park. Tickets are 25 cents and available at The Star office or from City or Commercial leagues. The City league lineup includes Smith, Schooley, Hatfield, and others. Commercial lineup lists Pormhy, Ward, Sommerville, Russell, and more. The second round schedule for both leagues was released by Burl W. Erion with dates at Garland school, Fair Park, and nearby fields through mid June.

Nope Prescott Plagoords Firs Park Star Reaner Smith Sehooley Chriffin Hatfletel Hillaytan Brince Ellis Schoaley Richmond Fenwick Brion Roussell Meadiway Jones Hermidon Charnsey EL Hatfield Pete Brown Mans Irwken Pormhy Ward Sommerville Russell Bright N. Moore Ginholms Rionsey Brawn Fike M. Coup FL Barr W. Cook Philbrn Robins Robertson J. Jones Urban Burl W. Erion schWnol Washington Witla Lhe Garland School Unique Cafe Moore-Hawthorne Fair Park Robison Wes Alton Coco Washinggtony Alton CCC Uniqne Cafe Caransehool Williams Lamber Cr Williams Lbr Kirk Unique Cate Washdngton Cserland Mens Geo Wo Robison Moore Maythearng Bruner-Tvery Schooals National Guards Sail Con S. J.C. Penney Jane Scott-Burr Hoy Basket National Cairds J. C. Penney Pair Park National Guards de Broner-lvary Garland Schon Soil Conservation Lev Hope Basket Fainquark Penney Seil Conservation Bruner Ivers National Chums Ve. Seatt-Bury Bair Park Wernescdiy Peppen Seoti Burr Weiner-Ivery Natonal Giards Scatt-Burr Fale Park Ciay Sol Con Cer Gurkined Brus Vin Yi Hope Basket Scatt-Bury Sol Con Sur Garland Selinol Bruner-Iv

Memphis Bridge Proposed as Joint Project of States

Nashville Tennessee Highway Department announced plans to begin negotiations with Arkansas and the federal government on a new toll free bridge over the Mississippi River. Estimated cost is 3 478 000 dollars with 2 440 000 for the bridge, 848 000 for Arkansas approaches, and 200 000 for Tennessee approaches. Officials in Little Rock called the proposal a matter of finances and noted Arkansas has funds for highway construction after refunding its bonded debt.

Nashville Tenn Tenessee Highway Department Arkansas Mi Ippi Allen Tennessee Little Rock Arkinisis Highway Department Sinc Arkatsigy

Livestock Show set with 25000 prizes and county efforts

Arkansas exhibitors will compete for more than 25000 in cash premiums at the State Live Stock Show in October. The Horse Show offers 5000, general educational exhibits prize 1000, and Vocational Agricultural 2600 plus 4000 for the Women's Educational Department. The Rodeo promises substantial cowboys cash, with organizers already enrolling top riders. Colonel Barton reports growing county participation and advancing quotas to fund the show. County committees plan to act as a clearing house for exhibits and stock show entries as October 11 approaches.

Arkansas Qutuober Col T. E L. Barton South Barton el Dorado Columbia County Baxter County Breal Hang Counies

Patmos Faculty List Announced for 1938 39

The Patmos school announces the 1938 39 faculty under Principal E R Brown. High School staff include Thomas Beck social science and athletic coach Edna Avance English science and librarian Mrs E R Brown English social science and junior high math. Grade teachers listed are Mrs Owen Atkins Eva Jean Fodor Ray Muayton Nora Gordon Mary Middlebrooks and Mrs Homer Reeves. All taught in 1937 38 term. Also mentions workers on the federal writers project and Capt William Monroe born in Ulster County Ireland in 1740 as North Carolina settler reference.

Patmos Uinrun E. R. Brown Thomas Beck Beck Southeastern Teachers College of Chiel School Brown East Texas State Teachers College of Commerce Texas Owen Atkins Eva Jean Fodor Ray Muayton Nora Gordon Mary Middlebrooks Homer Reeves Patrnos School Federal Writers William Monro Ulster County Ireland North Carolina Blue Bidge

Ickes Married in Dublin Ireland in 1933 report

Secretary Ickes wed Miss Jane Datilinan in Dublin Ireland with limited guests. The couple planned to return to Washington where only a few close associates attended abroad. The bride is the daughter of a Miller Walker lawyer.

Ickes Is Married Dublin Ireland Wasiungton Harold Lb. Ickes Che Infurin Ites Jane Datilinan Iceland Washington Kinet Taleo Miler Wauker

Brasher Receives Welcome From Local Business Group

Lil Brasher, new assistant football coach, was welcomed by the Young Business Men's Association of Mage at a duties supper at Capital Hotel Monday night. Over 100 members attended as Coach Boy Hammons introduced him. A brief program followed with talks and the Board of Governors appointed to oversee committees and duties.

Lil Brasher Associathon Mape Capital Hotel Boy Hammons Ude Ley Rubins Frank Nolen T. Cornelius Jin Wilson Dale Jones Buat Uy Phu Association

Cazech Nazi Talks Abandoned Frontiers Amid Troop Movements

The report describes German troop relocations along Czechoslovakia borders and a halt in negotiations after Konrad Henlein’s sudden departure. It notes intensified German activity near the Czech front and Austria, with rising tensions and suspension of talks with Premier Milan Lede, amid broader European strategic shifts.

Praha Cazechoslovakia New Tren Czechoslovakia Hodzalenstein Centraluropea Szechoslovalety Austria Palin Konrad Henlein Swnler Milan Lode Sueten German Party

Two men race meals in a quirky restaurant riddle

Two diners start with a single regular dinner. one finishes in sixteen minutes while the other takes thirty-two. After one meal apart, both eat at the same rate. How long to finish for Abeta? This puzzle-like brief notes a timing comparison in a dining setting.

John Flynn Maps Way to Better Times and Railroads Wringer

John Flynn argues recovery hinges on private credit and investment from railroads utilities and manufacturing. He urges railroad relief through reorganization and a government insured safeguard, plus utility adjustments and cautious government yield. He emphasizes limited government action in new industries and stresses unemployment insurance expansion and permanent public works programs.

John Flynn John ‘Yo Flynn NEA Service Flynn NEA Service, Inc New York SEC TVA Vris Pune

Accidental shotgun death in Blevins shop

Carl Langston a 27 year old Black resident was accidentally killed when a shotgun resting across a white man's knee fired. Langston, a P. N. Wy railroad section hand, died after the load struck him above the heart at about 6 p m. Sheriff Bearden and investigators report the weapon discharged accidentally while the man rested a chair against the gun. The coroner ruled the death accidental.

Carl Langston Blevins Herman Morris Langston P. & N. Wy Raihead Jim Bearden Jack Atkins J. A. Weaver Morris Weaver

Thoughtful maxim on wisdom across worlds by Gibson

A reflective quote notes that the wiser men are about worldly matters, the wiser they are about the next life. The saying attributes depth of understanding to individuals who ponder both earthly and spiritual realms.

Gibson

Mind Your Manners on Wedding Invitations and Etiquette

A 1938 NEA Service guide answers wedding etiquette questions about bride traditions, engagement announcements, dowries, bouquet choices, prompt invitation replies, and guest lists. It emphasizes personal preference, with note that flower choices suit gowns and various social customs vary by event type.

NEA Service

Capitol Discovers Warrants Forged

Captiol police aided state prison officials in locating missing warrants after a forged document surfaced at the state treasurer s office and a second fake warrant appeared for collection. The first forged warrant was for 15 dollars. the Tuesday version claimed 25 dollars. A separate report notes a bipartisan coalition in Washington crushing Southern efforts to loosen wage hour provisions by rejecting Ramspeck s substitute.

Little Rock Washington Ramspeck Georgia

Two Speakers on Kiwanis Program Discuss Spiritual Life

The Rev George Hayes evangelist and former prize fighter headlined the Hope Kiwanis luncheon at 1 Hotel Bartow. Rev Bert Webb and R P Bowen urged members to provide autos to transport Hope men to a Thursday University of Arkansas Bruit Farm event for a tour of facilities and experimental setup.

George Hayes Hope Kiwanis Club Bartow Mr. Hayes Bert Webb R. P. Bowen Hope Chamber of Commerce Hope

Alcatraz Break Ends in Death and Wounding

A life term convict was shot and another wounded in a second Alcatraz escape attempt within six months. The assailants beat senior custodian R C Cline and wounded guard Rufus Finklin, while a third fugitive fled and was placed in solitary confinement. Thomas R Limerick died Monday night from a head wound.

San Francisco Calif—ar Alcatraz Island Federal Cougsel Huavd Thomas R. Limerick Midwest Dide Rufus Finklin Alabama R. C. Cline

Englishman States Over U S Policy Critique

In the House of Lords on Monday Baron Newton condemned U S and British policy toward Mexican expropriation of oil properties. He said Britain and the United States lack cooperation and noted the American stand on expropriation, indemnity, and surprise at Mexican actions, citing President Lazaro Cardenas.

London United States Britain House of Lords Baron Newton Newton Lazaro Cardenas Mexico

Odorizing Gas Proposed as Safety Measure by Utilities

Little Rock officials told the State Utilities Commission on Tuesday about a plan to odorize gas in distribution systems to reduce accidents. The discussion touched on safety and regulatory aspects of the proposed program. The old Ursuline convent in New Orleans, listed as the oldest building in the Mississippi Valley, dates back to 1727.

Little Rock Comany State Utilities Commission New Orleans Mississippi Valley

Peace Officers to Open 2 Day Meet Here Wednesday

Arkansas peace officers and sheriff association members head to Hope for the twenty second semi annual convention. Opening session at city hall includes welcome by Mayor Graves and a program with Visagraph film and local musical acts. Officials note crowded hotels and urge room listings to the Chamber of Commerce.

Arkansas Hope Arkansas Peace Officers Sheriff's Association Peace Officers Convention Hope City Hall Albert Graves Graves J. Earl Scroggins Little Robik Lfe LaDella Ogburn Catfish B. L. Kaufman Hope Boys E. D. Alexander W. T. Parson Fairpark T. Ramsey Augusta J. 5. Bearden J. Earl Scoggin Little Rock W. ©. Craig Jonesboro Renr Hope Chamber of Commerce Cornelius L. M. Lile BP. Young G. W. Ware Sid Bundy Lyte Moore Leo Robins T. S. Cornelius C. C. Stuart Reginald Iden Annie Joan Walker Flora Cotton Slater B. R. Humman Tom McLarty E. 4. Archer Max Cox Mack Duffie A. D. Brannan W. K. Lemley William Robins M. ID. Downs J. R. Williams Fish Ery KL. N. Garner Harold Porterfield L. A. Keith Henry Yoram Phil Dulin Jr Harvey Thomas Wilt Garner Newt Bundy Roy Scouw A. W. Stubbeman Royce Weisenberger Henry Haynes J. K. Sales Hempstead

Cotton market closes with slight drop at New Orleans

In New Orleans trading, the July cotton contract opened at 857 and settled near 8.48. Prices slipped to about 8.50 as Spotenttm closed lower by several points, reflecting a steady but cautious session.

New Orleans Cation Sporenttm Kapely

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