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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1929
Page
4
Edgar Laseter and the Hempshead county growers push melons toward bigger records. The Triumph melon weighed 762 1 2 pounds at the fair, a record unlikely to be surpassed soon. Laseter’s cross with Tom Watson aims to outpace today’s champion as seed science and soil choices drive heavier fruit.
Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Webb, wife of Ben Webb, were held this afternoon at the residence of Mr and Mrs Mreed Webb in San Antonio. Dr W I Anderson officiated. Burial followed at Rose Hill cemetery.
Next week designated as Opening Week at the Arkansas Portland Cement Company plant in Okay for public tours. Visitors will see operations, with safety rules restricting access to certain areas, and a special Wednesday day for guests from distant counties. A special train from Little Rock will serve the event, aimed at statewide interest in industrial development.
New York report states Charles J. Wieroner president of the Bank of Telluride Colorado pleaded not guilty to federal indictments. The trial is scheduled for next Friday as set by the court.
Lois Pantages, slated to be in Superior Court at 2 pm for sentencing in the fatal car crash case, was pronounced hovering between life and death by doctors after collapsing when the jury verdict was read. She had been found guilty of driving while intoxicated in connection with the death of Rekomato.
Rev William Blackshea, embroiled in a racial dispute, defended his stance that negro worshippers should attend their own church or be welcomed only as members of a separate negro congregation. He argued a negro member of a white church cannot receive full spiritual development.
A Telluride bank president named C. D. Waggoner is accused of defrauding New York banks out of $500,000 by using faked telegraphs. The report describes him in ragged attire and disarrayed tie as the public image contrasts with his alleged crime.
Mrs Hattie Stone 40 year old widow was found guilty of murder in Belair circuit court after a four day trial. The verdict comes as Stone showed distress and tears during the proceedings as the state presented its case.
Ouanhill Tigers of Arkadelphia face Magnolia A and M Muleriders for supremacy on the football field in Hope. A special Arkadelphia train brought 400 rooters, with many more arriving to cheer. The field is in fine condition, and kickoff is set for 2:30 pm. Local civic committees assisted, with bands and entertainment boosting the day. Fans from both sides plan to stay over for Park sights and fairs.
Loreco reveals a major expansion of its Arkansas division as Tortatives joins with Gay Oil to consolidate refining and distribution in Little Rock. New executives Jed A. Watkins T. O. Perran and S. Long join as division auditor chief engineer and office manager, with Welch assisting Cowry.
In White Plains New Jersey on Sept 27 defense counsel Ridney A. Symes challenged the state’s evidence in the Peacox murder trial. He called a police witness a “cheap cop” and said the confession was not fully disclosed. Symes urged the jury to doubt the testimony and avoid the electric chair. The court recessed for noon and the state’s closing arguments were expected to be brief with a late afternoon jury verdict anticipated.
Lemley hosted Kiwanis members at a luncheon in the Capital hotel. The gathering highlighted his private valley view and famous collection of archaic farm artifacts. Leaders toured his fire-plant building near Bone and discussed the display with guests.
A Buck Essaqu passenger train bound for Omaha derailed four miles west of Clay Center injuring several passengers, none seriously. Deyd Milne of Memphis suffered shock and D. A. Wright of Booneville Arkansas had a severe head cut.
Estward from Paris early today streaked Dieudonne Coste and his friend Maurice Bellante in the sesqui pinne Question Mark on a long distance flight toward Siberia. Uncertainty lingered about a transatlantic crossing as dawn broke, with the craft loaded to capacity and wireless gear discarded.
ROME Sept 27 Cesare Rossi anti Fascist leader charged with conspiracy to overthrow the regime and foment revolution to take Mussolini sentenced to 30 years imprisonment by a special tribunal.
Waldo Gradsters defeated the Stamps Yellow Jackets 14 to 0 in the curtain raiser to the season in southwest Arkansas. Waldo led early, pulled ahead in the first quarter, and maintained the lead as both teams showed conditioning differences. The Yellow Jackets appeared less prepared, promising a watchable matchup in later games.
At the Barlow hotel Howard county agent C L Rogers praised local melons and peaches and touted a growing Arkansas watermelon and peach industry. Nashville grower Hiram Wilson attended from Hope, returning from Magnolia to the Magnolia Ouachita game. KK Brown of Electric Research in Shreveport spoke briefly via introduction by Jack Eaves.
A vivid scene at the town fair with families and many girls enjoying the midway. Children clutch dolls as a tall ladder stunt and a lively hula show attract crowds. People savor hot dogs and drinks while the crowd reacts to rides and music, all under a festive carnival atmosphere.
Star offers 26 cash prizes as Spring Hill 4-H wins dairy demonstration with Wilburn Powell and Rinaldo Sooter on the winning topic Selecting a Profitable Dairy Cow. Green Laseter 4-H with Rusell Lewallen and J. T. Butler takes second on the same topic. DeAnn 4-H’s Ronald Smith and Earl Pool finish third with The Production of Sanitary Milk. Judges include Carlin Rodgers Kenneth Seager and H G Thomas.
On September 27 police reported killings during bold hold ups in New Orleans. The body of a man was found in Jackson Square near St. Louis Cathedral with the left side of his head crushed, identified tentatively as Richard Wahler head cook of the steamer Amalco. A gold pen and 62 cents in coins were found, suggesting vengeance as a motive.
Franklin Horton of the Liberty Theatre announces a deal to install talking pictures within three weeks for Nashville and surrounding areas. The system will place Nashville on par with large city theatres, bringing Broadway quality drama and vocal performances to local showgoers. Horton has studied options and purchased the best equipment for this market.
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