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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1940
Page
3
SOUTHPORT, N C Winifred Mae Roberts 19 chartered a boat for shark fishing. After 15 minutes of battle with a fast moving shark she displayed clear expertise and, handing the rod to a companion, killed the shark with a 40 caliber rifle.
Washington reports Senator Edward R. Burke of Nebraska defied typical retreat after defeat. He backed the Burke Wadsworth peacetime conscription bill, drilled hearings, pressed for a six year presidency idea, and faced skepticism yet drove the measure, aided by defense aims and alliances with Willkie supporters.
NEA Service sports write up notes Floyd Giebell, Detroit Tigers pitcher, failed to gain eligibility in time for the World Series. Detailing his 1939 minor league record and brief 1940 recall, the piece questions management decisions and highlights Giebell’s long road through Toledo Buffalo and Evansville, with references to rivals and Cleveland series plans.
Washington details outline a revamped intake system for the draft era. The Army plans Reception and Replacement Centers to assess aptitudes, issue insurance, and inoculations, aiming to place draftees into suitable roles after screening tests and interviews. Names of tests, centers, and procedures are described as forthcoming.
After checking in from Bufalo he beat the A's 19 to 2 with three Peal hits. Floyd Gleberl or Gicheil has speed and a sharp curve a fade-away and control. Catcher Billy Sullivan notes he fears no right ball even when behind the batter. Del Baker and Detroit scouts saw through the averages to judge his true potential.
An article explains how to create sharper mirror pictures by placing the subject close to the glass and using careful focusing. It covers measuring camera to mirror distance, adding subject distance, and using small lens openings. It also advises lighting positions and avoiding unwanted reflections, noting good results with reflective slices like a mirror-bottom tray.
Pastor Nam R. Hamilton introduces Dr. Warren as the revival’s highlight and praises his music. Otho Taylor and Mrs. F. J. Padgitt will lead the music throughout the meeting. Attendance efforts target every resident member during the first week with daily services at 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Prayer meetings for youth and adults occur at 7:00 p.m. each evening.
The Army outlines a two fold plan to use d-to-1 selectees to strengthen units. Recruits will enter Reception Centers then be assigned to regular Army units National Guard units or Replacement Centers. Many may not carry weapons but will fill vital medical veterinary dental hospital engineering quartermaster clerical cook and mechanic roles.
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