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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1936
Page
4
The Associated Press reports Robert Taylor signs a two year deal with a seven year option. The actor will be paid about $750 weekly, a figure seen as modest for a rising star as fans react to his public appearances and the studio weighs sequel plans.
The piece notes top actors press concessions on box office protests and optional seven year deals. It highlights Bette Davis seeking release, others negotiating for later film choices and cross production work as career insurance amid studio leverage and long contracts.
A tree about 30 feet in diameter is estimated to be over 3800 years old and could be the world’s oldest single living organism. A report mentions the giant is located in Yosemite National Park and draws interest from researchers.
The presidential race nears its end with both major parties pressing a long-standing campaign plan. Issues shuffled, focus on the constitution, relief, communism, and agricultural voters. Roosevelt and Landon address business and rural concerns, seeking to sway the pivotal farm bloc.
A trainer claims he discovered Shirley Temple and built her 5 million dollar persona, suing Temple, her parents, two Gulf corporations, eight banks, and a trust company for 500 thousand. The suit centers on an alleged 1932 contract and hinges on controverted agreements in early Hollywood. Meanwhile political analysis traces Democratic and Republican lines into the 1932 campaign, noting farmer support shifts and the battle over New Deal policy as both parties seek to expand their bases.
The piece notes rising campaign costs, comparing modern totals to historic figures. Democrats report $1,420,658 spent on F Roosevelt reelection with $372,000 left. Republicans show $2,544,919 spent for Landon with about $500,000 left. Minor parties total $44,520. Early figures recall Lincoln and Buchanan fundraising as context for escalating spending.
WAL ROYLE reports on the American Royal Livestock Show in Kansas City opening October 17, drawing thousands of exhibitors and spectators. The event features 9000 premium animals, $25,000 in horse show prizes and thousand in livestock awards, with Kansas State Agricultural College as the top exhibitor and 4-H and vocational groups assisting.
The eight day fair features prizes of 100 dollars and a keynote by Go All M. London, Republican presidential nominee, on Kansas Day. Governors and agricultural officials from neighboring states will attend a special event during the celebration.
Irritated or weak bladder causes nocturnal urination, frequent flow, burning, and backache. Drink boiled or distilled water and use a laxative with Buchu leaves and juniper oil. If not pleased in four days, your druggist will refund 25, as advertised by John Gibesi Drug Co and Briant's Drug Store.
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