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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1937
Page
3
Paris reports the franc plunging to its lowest level in years, opening near 28.04 francs per dollar and closing about 29.35, with government stabilization efforts failing to stem the slide and funds expected to grant France more market freedom as the currency nears 30 to the dollar.
Unfavorable foreign trade reports were cited as the main reason for Wednesday's decline. The Mediterranean crisis and domestic politics were also blamed. Finance Minister Georges Bonnet summoned Paul Baudoin, a former Blum brain trust member and director of the Bank of Indo China, to advise on exchange.
U S commissioner C Floyd Huff Jr resigned on Thursday at Hot Springs Ark saying he cannot continue to give the time required. He asked to be relieved of duties October 1 to return to his law practice. The Bolivian monetary unit boliviano is named after Simen Bolibar.
Forrest Cooper of Indianola Mississippi chairs the national veterans employment committee and announced a campaign against the junking of men over 40 in the U.S. employment plan. Plans will be presented at the American Legion convention next week.
Preston Grover Washington notes that an adverse trade balance in 1936 and a larger expected imbalance in 1937 do not imply national failure. He explains terms like import surplus and unbalance of payments, cites 1926 import surplus, and discusses invisibles such as tourism and shipping. He argues trade dynamics involve services and capital, with Britain as a comparison and pacts influencing barriers.
In 1804 Stephen Decatur led the small crew aboard the Intrepid to surprise the captive Philadelphia in Tripoli harbor. Under cover of night the ship’s crew destroyed the frigate then escaped, part of a broader U S campaign that summer. Preble’s squadron blockaded Tripoli and Eaton’s land forces advanced along the coast, with American sailors proving adept at both ship maneuvers and hand to hand combat.
A fragment notes the United States refused the tribute demanded by Barbary Rovers as one ray of sunlight pierced the scene, signaling a tense maritime negotiation.
The article outlines a Scout Circus initiative with a full medical corps on duty 24 hours daily. Texarkana doctors will relay in charge of the hospital unit, ensuring safety for boys. Daily routines include hygiene, meals, sports, rest, and recreation under hourly supervision. Local scoutmasters named are A. W. Stubbleman, Harry Segnar Jr, J. H. Jones, J. K. Sale, Henry Haynes, and Rufus Herndon Jr.
Newport Arkansas circuit court jury convicted former deputy constable Pres Smith of second degree murder for the slaying of 18 year old Arlin Wright at Switt on March 20. Judge fixed punishment at five years imprisonment.
Hot Springs smoothed over tensions as the governor faced claims he must answer for ongoing gambling operations. The piece accuses Governor Bailey of instigating restoration of the gambling power, with the mayor claiming the governor will receive votes and others arguing for hidden considerations. Protests over past raids and present conditions are noted.
A dairy program continuation is noted along with a count of brood sows. The report mentions farmers in Polk and Little River counties and indicates broader regional involvement in the program.
A dance will be held at 0 30 p m Friday at the Alton CCC camp to honor 60 recruits leaving the camp this month. Music will be by Ralph Stanford and his orchestra of Nashville.
The bank authorized St. Claire to extend the program beyond the county as justified. A local cheese plant built months ago supports a steady year-round whole milk market, prompting the First to pursue expansion and nearby outreach.
Fort Payne reports a girl admitted to accompanying a band of men on forays across Alabama Texas Arkansas Tennessee and Oklahoma. Sheriff E W Stewart said the individual was held here Thursday as part of the banditry operations connected to the group.
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