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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1936
Page
1
A columnist recalls a near accident on the Lewisville road where a farmer led a skittish horse beside a fast oncoming tourist. The incident highlights the strain between animals and machines in daily life and calls for drivers to slow and owners to keep stock secure.
By Byron Price AP chief, Washington, the 1936 campaign shows no clear central issue or joint debate. Analysts note divergent definitions of liberty, with both sides claiming it while voters remain uncertain. distractions include courtship for June conventions and dramatic rhetoric. Oklahoma buys red tape for college art department.
The sheriff's office in Hempstead County announces the final date for paying taxes without penalty as October 10. After this date, penalties prescribed by law will be attached to each delinquent taxpayer.
New York and Topeka figures clash over a confidential fund report on the New Deiat Social Security Act. Gov Alf M Lankson allegedly misrepresented sponsorship while Evans Clark of the Twentieth Century Fund says the document was meant for confidential review and not for public release.
Paris France The Chamber of Deputies approved the devaluation of the franc adapting the hangary measure with a price fixing compromise clause by a vote of 354 to 217 The move received parliamentary backing late Thursday and follows Hungary style adjustments in the economic policy debate.
Coach Foy Hammons announces no one will enter Hope high football games without a ticket after a school board conference. He cites gate-crashers, pass-outs halted at halftime, and a loud speaker planned with Pete Brown assisting to explain the game. Officials include Bill Summerville, Jack Robinson, Bert Thompson, and Earl O’Neal.
Murfreesboro Ark July jury selection swore in Pike County's first all Negro panel to hear a murder case with only Negro defendants. Judge A P Stels swore in 12 jurors from a 19 person panel of sawmill workers as protests surfaced among Murfreesboro citizens. Defendant named Charles Gentry.
Prescott Ark report from the Department of Commerce Bureau of Census shows 3596 bales of cotton ginned in Nevada County from the 1936 crop before Sept 16, compared with 903 bales for the prior year. The hurdy gurdy, a stringed instrument likened to a cross between a guitar and lute, was popular in the 17th and 18th centuries.
A Bunyan quote contemplates temptation as a lion that attacks at first sight but, once overcome, reveals a nest of honey. The reflection contrasts struggle with hidden sweetness found after enduring trial.
In Nashville the piece recalls Mrs Eleanor Holm Jarrett barred from the Olympics for alleged drinking and a movie contract offer. It notes unemployment and Prohibition era social critique. The writer targets Louisiana sales tax enforcement and New Orleans law zeal, suggesting army needs more law and order amid many laws.
The New York Times editorially supports Roosevelt for reelection in a Thursday note titled Reagonvelt Choice The Times traditionally leans Independent Democratic yet favors conservative monetary and debt policy This shift marks a significant development in New York City paper politics as nine major local papers split between Democratic and Republican camps The article traces alignments across World Telegram Scripps Howard Post Herald Tribune America Journal Daily News and Sun with Hearst papers opposing Roosevelt and others backing him
Federal agents arrested Frank Vitola of Yonkers on charges of attempting to extort large sums from oilman Harry Sinclair and other financiers. Hoover announced the arrest, noting letters to Sinclair and several spouses and that some letters bore the signature 3X. Vitola was to be arraigned in New York.
Hempstead County ginnings reached 9,840 bales up to September, compared with 1,261 bales a year ago. Washington confirmation via Willian H. Stier, county tabulator, reports Hempstead figures.
A Hempstead County drive is launched to raise 750 dollars for the National Democratic Committee to aid F D Roosevelt's re election. A steering committee led by W S Atkins, with Albert Graves and others, will organize a Monday city push and a Tuesday county meeting in Hope to arrange four farm canvasses. Arkansas aims for a 50 000 quota. The county cites farm aid under the AAA soil conservation public works and school loans as part of gains from the current administration.
Senator Glass of Virginia confronts a choice between heading the appropriations committee or the banking and currency panel. His decision could shift power toward conservative retrenchment or liberal housing push, with Senator Wagner poised for the other chair if Glass selects appropriations. Insiders expect a December decision after weighing party balance and policy impact.
President Roosevelt outlined a growing public conscience to correct past errors and praised cooperation between federal and state governments on conservation. He planned a campaign trail stop in Elkins West Virginia for a mountain forest festival with speeches from the rear platform and mobile appearances along the route to Pittsburgh. The trip includes stops at Grafton Fairmount Morgantown and Cornellsville while addressing labor and farming interests across the region.
Red River reached 22.9 feet at 7 a.m. Thursday, up a foot and a half from Wednesday. Forecasts predict 25 feet by Friday or Saturday, alarming farmers who rush to harvest cotton by day and corn by night as lowlands risk flooding and crop loss. The flood has not yet caused significant damage to traps in the Fulton area.
A three day extension has been granted committees canvassing the county with hopes of obtaining 965 to pay back salaries of the county's two agricultural agents and to retain them the balance of this year. Harley White, chairman of the drive, said that about 400 was still needed. He expressed hope of reaching the goal by Monday. Several persons have pledged do nations that are unpaid. Checks or money orders may be mailed to Mr. White at Hope.
TERRE HAUTE Ind P Chief of Police Jamies C Yates released from jail Thursday Earl Browder Communist candidate for president and four associates were arrested when they came here to hold a campaign meeting If they are caught in the city again they will be taken to jail Yates delayed.
Heavy Japanese marine patrols occupied Shanghai's Hongkew area on Thursday, signaling renewed guard duty for Japanese residents. Officials declined to explain exact reasons for the patrol enlargement. In Amarillo, Texas, a parrot posed a riddle to the Hanaks, asking questions but lacking answers, confusing the couple.
The Associated Press reports New Orleans opened Thursday at 12.59 and closed at 12.19 bids for cotton. Spot cotton closed steady with middling at 2 dollars 55 cents.
Fragmented OCR notes describe fascist insurgents in fortress near Toledo and Lisbon regions. Mentions Madrid resistance and provincial officials, with garbled phrases about government actions and public response amid siege dynamics. Core facts are obscured by illegible text.
A statement attributed to Landon condemns political groups for exploiting prejudice among American citizens. He notes attention has been drawn to agencies acting for selfish or political reasons to misrepresent his post and calls for a formal clarification.
LONDON England Neville Chamberlain gains prominence as Conservative party leader and likely future prime minister amid conference expectations. Sir Samuel Hoare remains first lord of the admiralty with defense and mandates roles outlined. Prime Minister Baldwin may step aside as Chamberlain reasserts influence. Health rumors surround Baldwin though coronation day next May is referenced.
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