03 Oct 1931
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1931
Page
1
A fragmented Star article reports cattle concerns tied to Plato staithry and opuddions. Readable details are limited but indicate a local agricultural issue affecting herds and livestock operations.
Fire Prevention Week highlights in Arkansas report seven million dollars in losses and multiple injuries. Officials note disruptions to payrolls savings, rent, and tax bases as industries pause to assess fire safety. The piece urges stronger prevention and awareness during the observed week.
Clarence Poe argues in the Progressive Farmer that the South must shift from cotton and tobacco to animal production to double farm income. He cites rising rainfall, new pasture and feed crops like soybeans and Austrian winter peas, plus the need for purebred stock. He compares regional livestock returns to the national average and stresses winter and summer farming as a combined approach.
The State Department compiled a list of about 60 foreign service members who died in the line of duty. Most were consuls serving at varied posts, with deaths from sea disasters, earthquakes, disease, and other hazards. The description outlines the broad duties of consular staff and their diverse connections to multiple federal departments.
A garbled local piece hints at a chaotic scene with disjointed phrases about Moglund, a strangled standand, and a death referenced in a misread headline. Mayor Jimmy Walker is mentioned in a hazy mood, with talk of prohibition style tensions and a joke about pay envelopes shaping both spouses.
North Little Rock police arrested ten Black people on vague charges as part of an effort to force labor into cotton fields. They were to be arraigned in the afternoon as the police chief warned more arrests would follow if unemployed Black residents did not go to work in the fields. Trucks were sent into the city each morning for those to work.
Corning Arkansas July report states George W Stanfield 52 Corning postmaster and county Republican leader died from a paralytic stroke. He had served as postmaster since 1923.
On September 20 a brief service gathered officers of the Hope and Hempstead Hospital Association and other leaders to bless the site for the new hospital building on South Main Street. Speakers praised humility in service, noted the plans would expand care, and honored Julia Chester McRae, namesake of the hospital. Citizens pledged to furnish rooms once construction completes.
A large stage company of thirty with singers dancers and comedians plus a ten girl chorus performs with special scenery and wardrobe. In addition the South’s biggest and best stage unit headlines in connection with regular picture programs showing a three star Mary Brion feature on screen.
Sunday Monday show features Nancy Carroll as a radiant red hair heroine in Grace Perkins tale. The film includes a striking fashion show by Faria with new creations, promising a stylish thrill and strong performances.
Tuesday and Wednesday bring Stan Laurel and Oliver Mardy in Furday Us their first feature length comedy. A thousand hearty laughs await audiences and the show promises genuine fun with renowned duo on screen.
Thursday and Friday feature Gilbert with Lella Hyame and Ewig Stone in a brand new picture Phe Pho of Paris. The film promises intrigue set in the Luths Quarter, with Apachus of Paris and fresh dialogue, delivering kept secrets and a bold new libertine tone.
Colombia tightens gold export rules under President Herrera Pyiday, allowing monthly transfers from Colombian sources: family head 250, wife 150, each child 100, students 120, with funds sent to Colombians abroad.
The University of Wisconsin school of music breaks into sports pages with Day Cuthbery named as a contender for varsity football honors. Cuthbery plays tackle and guard positions under coach Jack Mahan, once a Texas A&M star, who is now training with a javelin as he aims for the 1432 Olympic team.
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