Jefferson's good government quote in modern politics
A reflection on Thomas Jefferson's definition of good government and how its spirit, not its letter, applies to 1940s America. The piece notes Europe’s relative peace, a strengthened national state, and the evolved, complex industrial society that makes labor’s “bread” subject to new disputes, while still honoring Jefferson as a defining voice.
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Asia
Jofferson
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FDR Opens His Campaign for Re election
President Roosevelt toured defense plants in Philadelphia and Camden amid re election efforts. He denounced opposing propaganda as dictatorial and asserted his goal of peace, praising shipyard workers at New York Shipbuilding Company for finishing ships ahead of schedule.
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Convention Hall
Wenedell L. Willkie
Philandelphia
Camden
N. J
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New York Herald-Tribune
New York
New York Shipbuilding Company
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United States
Franklin
Wendell Willkie
It Shouldn't Happen Here Chicago Riot on Willkie Photo
Chicago Times fronts a Roosevelt backing edition shows Wendell Willkie picture splattered with cog. Caption says Chicagoans apologize and condemn hooliganism in a democratic system. Public sentiment expresses deepest apologies to Mr Willkie for the hate act by a single citizen. The item notes New Jersey voters legalized pari mutuel betting on horses June 20, 1939.
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Wily Times
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Wendell Willkie
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New Jersey
Kinser Named Band Captain at Hope High School
Thomas Kinser Jr was named captain and Kenneth Crank lieutenant of the Hope High School Band Thursday. Other officers include Carolyn Robertson, Mark Buchanan, Thomas Canon, Martha Ann Alexander, and Carolyn Trimble with a student director to be appointed later. A second group of juniors will parade with the band and senior majorettes at the football game Friday night in Carlisleville. Junior majorettes are Rose Marie Hendrix, Mary Ross McFaddin, Wanda Ruggles, Nell Jean Byers, Frances Harrett, Billye James, with alternates Lillie May Collier and Marian Crutchfield.
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Kenneth Crank
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Aid Mark Buchanan
Thomas Canon
Martha Ann Alexander
Carolyn Trimble
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Willkie Replies to Roosevelt in Harbor Creek Broadcast
Wendell Willkie warned that if Roosevelt forgets his 1940 promises the nation may ship its sons to war. In a Harbor Creek broadcast he accused the president of dodging issues and said the campaign speech showed the country’s military defense system was obsolete or out of date.
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Wendell Willike
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Masons to Confer Degree Thursday at Mana On’s Hall
Whitfield Masonic Lodge will meet at 720 Thursday night at the Mana On’s hall where a masters degree will be conferred. All members urged to attend. It is possible for six persons in separate places to talk together by telephone at the same time through special applicances.
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Hitler brings two fold winter plan in new war strategy
The Associated Press reports Hitler aims to shift war to the Mediterranean and strike Britain’s life line to the Atlantic. Italy and Spain would seize Gibraltar and crush Mediterranean sea power, while Germany and Spain target Britain’s trade route to South America via Cape of Good Hope using Atlantic base sites. French sources say a Franco‑German accord could free 2,000,000 French prisoners and redraw borders toward the Seine.
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A Thought on Seeds of Fate by G D Boardman
A contemplative line by G D Boardman on deeds as seeds planted in this world and their harvest in eternity, reflecting on moral causation and spiritual consequence.
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G. D. Boardman
His Bicycle Found Now Finder's 'Lost'
MEMPHIS TENN William Aes hord is just as brad off as he was before his stolen bicycle was found. The woman who telephoned she had found It forgot to say who she was or where she lived. So William is waiting for another gall. The wo man apparently is waiting for Wil liam.
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Smith Deplores Egg Attacks On Willkie And Wife
Alfred E. Smith in Brooklyn condemns egg assaults on Wendell Willkie and his wife as appeals to bigotry. He calls President Roosevelt the greatest offender and urges action as he campaigns for Willkie. Smith, opposing for a third term, notes war as the pivotal issue in the race.
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White House
Hope to Play Clarksville Hope to Play Clarksville
Hope High School football heads to Blytheville on November 1 for a four game stretch against Clarksville and others as coach Hammons lists improved pass defense and offense. Jimmy Simms is expected back next week, boosting a team eyeing aerials against Clarksville in an 8 o clock Friday night clash.
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Clarksville
Jimmy Simms
Boybeat
Beebe
City Police to Sponsor Show Opens Monday Here
Fuzzell's United Shows will open Monday November 28 for a week in Hope. The Hope Police Department announced the sponsors and the event will be on a vacant lot on highway 67 beyond West Third Street. Admission is free with parking space reserved on the adjoining lot. Furrell's Shows, last in Hempstead Fair, offers four rides, eight shows, and 30 concessions with 236 employees.
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A Candidates File Pledges in City Races
Four Hope men filed pledges as candidates in the coming city election. Mayor Atkins seeks re-election, Alderman Ward One J R Williams seeks re-election, Municipal Judge W K Lemley seeks re-election, and Ched Hall runs for Ward Three. Rumor hints at three more mayoral entrants. Filing deadline and fees are set by the city Central Committee for Saturday October 26, with a preferential primary on November 26 and runoff December 10.
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Jotn, Vesey
Albert Graves
Frank Rider
City Central Committee
Texarkana Papers Strike Over Unions Contract
Texarkana workers from the stereotypers and pressmen unions walked out after the Texarkana Daily News and Texarkana Gazette management refused to sign a contract. An ultimatum demanded immediate agreement or a strike, while the firm cited differing shop policies and sought time for consultation.
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al Hunter
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Patmos School Carnival Set for October 25
Patmos High School hosts a carnival Friday night October 25 sponsored by the Athletic Association. Events include the Negro Minstrel, Cake Walk, Picture Gallery, and Haunted Crazy House. Carnival queen contest underway with representatives Louise Kent Kathleen Reeves Mavis Hollis Blanche Drake Grace Murl Underwood. Public invited.
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True or False: Five statements about famous artists
Five artist statements ask if they are true or false. 1 Albrecht Durer is remembered for mural paintings. 2 Leonardo da Vinci painted a portrait of Lisa del Gioconda. 3 Vincent van Gogh produced a vast print volume in a long career. 4 Luca della Robbia is famed for blue and white earthenware figures. 5 The Sistine Madonna was painted by Botticelli.
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Names and Numbers in the Hempstead Co. Draft List
Hempstead County draft list continues on page two with names and numbers recorded. The readable items include individuals listed under draft categories and serial identifiers, reflecting older military registration procedures.
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Reported Peace Agreement Mentioned But Unconfirmed
San Francisco dispatch notes a claimed peace agreement among Chi Kai-Shek Wang Ching-wei and Japanese officials, reported by Horinouchi as reaching a “final official action” recently though terms and timing remain uncertain.
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Three Year Army Recruits Taken In Arkansas
The article notes that since registration day October 16 the regular Army recruiting offices in Texarkana Little Rock and other towns will not accept enlistments for less than three years. Some offices advise volunteers for one year only reporting to the selective board. An Hempstead county office is mentioned and there is mention of Negroes and white volunteers with officials Robert Wilson Postmaster and Royce Weisenberger Inf Res aiding only white men to enlist for three years. many vacancies exist for white men ages 18 to 21 though some not registered can volunteer.
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Mrs L Sanders Succumbs Here
Mrs L Sanders, aged 59, lifelong Hope resident, died at her South Hervey Street home after an extended illness. Daughter of W E and Mary B Briant, she was active in the Methodist church. Survived by husband, daughter Mrs J Proctor Hill of El Dorado, son John Paul Sanders of Hope, sisters Miss Mamie Briant and Mrs T R Billingsley, brothers Paul, Harry Briant, Clyde Briant, and a grandson J Proctor Mill Sr. Funeral at 3 pm Thursday at the home, Rose Hill Cemetery. Active pallbearers listed. honorary pallbearers named.
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Martin
Cevil Weaver
Kline Snyder
Charles Harrell
Henry Hitt
Lee Tedford
L. W. Young
Garrett Storey
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Oden Ruggles
Don Smith
L. M. Lile
Claude Stewart
Dolphus Whitten
Arthur Hill
Charlie Walker
Mrs. Rowland Attends Hairdressers Meet at Arkansas Meet
Mrs Winnie Rowland of Sibyls Beauty Shop returns from the Arkansas Hairdressers Association convention in Little Rock. She saw leading experts demonstrate the latest styles including the pompadour and invites friends to visit for demonstrations.
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Cotton New York Opens Trading At 9.50 In Jan Session
In New York cotton for January opened trading at 9.50 cents per pound and closed at 9.50. Middling spot traded at 9.85 cents. The market showed modest activity with prices reflecting standard spread between futures and spot values.
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