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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1940
Page
1
A fragmented look at how postwar and post-dean laws shaped defense procurement. The National Defense Advisory Commission guides contract formation, calling contracts “in the works” and “cleared” after advising agencies. It explains terms like contract awarded and contract created, noting legislative and tax factors.
Congressman Charles A. Halleck outlines the Republican view on labor markets and unemployment, arguing labor welfare has long been a GOP priority and that Republicans offer a solution after eight years of New Deal failure.
The article outlines bid in versus negotiated contracts, noting the Army and Navy favor bid in for value but often negotiate quickly when time is tight, especially for items like gunpowder. It explains contract authorization versus appropriation, planning ahead, and the long lead times in building forces such as a two ocean navy, with complex legal steps in contract formation.
The article discusses economic policy, labor rights, and republican views on avoiding government overreach. It critiques make-work programs and supports private capital investment, with mention of Wendell Willkie as a presidential candidate and labor standards debates. It blends political, social, and fashion commentary into a single historic snapshot.
Betty Clarks Up Feature Service Writer notes that slimming the hip improves appearance and boosts business. As Labor Day signals a wardrobe change, many communities shift to fall clothes, eyeing trumpet silhouettes or straight slim skirts for a trimmer silhouette.
The feature argues makeup should accentuate beauty with a light touch. It notes that looking good depends on choosing a subtle application and balancing strong and weak features to present a polished appearance.
Sue Mary attends a crowded art studio party with young radicals in a city youth group. She exchanges views on workers representation, sees Nick’s crusading zeal and Joe’s practical affection, and contemplates love, marriage, and a future rooted in a calmer life.
Prescott residents McCaskill Bettie Rene and Irma Hamby visited Tancie McCaskill while Miss Leta Rhodes and Grace Wortham spent Saturday in Hope. L J Choate and son visited Natchitoches relatives, Claud Bradtey hosted them. May Trampton spent Saturday in Haines. Pauline Gould of Murfreesboro visited her father J Gould. Adam Wilson moved to Nashville for the winter. Glenglow and Coy Rodgers left for Mulliston to visit relatives. Eva Moses of Bentons spent the week here with relatives. The Wilson family and children left Saturday for Bearden for a stay.
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