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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1959
Page
1
A contested bill to reopen state schools faces strong opposition and a veto threat. Proponents urge rapid action citing public education needs while opponents warn against repeating past errors. The article notes regional tensions and political pressure shaping the decision.
An undated weather section from The Associated Press provides a state brief for Arkansas and Louisiana. It notes light precipitation with scattered showers in Arkansas and mostly cloudy to partly cloudy conditions through Thursday. Temperatures are expected to rise into the upper 70s to 80s in Arkansas and in the 60s to 80s in Louisiana, with scattered afternoon showers and potential thunderstorm activity mainly in eastern areas.
The Hempstead County ASC urges cotton farmers to file their 1959 allotments or releases by April 17 to receive the same 1960 credit as if they had planted the cotton. Farmers not intending to plant should submit releases to avoid loss of allotments and related benefits.
AP report states the Arkansas Public Service Commission was urged to approve the sale of West Fork telephone line serving Elkins and nearby areas. Price cited as about 20,60, with details unclear due to transcription errors.
The Kiwanis club held a meeting to review the Hypo Youth program and the Farmeursing Ifthwanya project. They reported about 416,000 expended to promote wholesome youth activities, including Scout Hall improvements and plans for a student talent show with proceeds benefiting McCashill Methodist church. Two new members were added to the Kiwanis roll, with guests noted.
Extra copies of the Friday Pictorial and Golden West Pictorial tabloid will be wrapped and mailed for 10 cents. Orders must reach the Hope Star office by Friday noon, with no copies of the regular edition. The Pictorial will be included with Friday’s edition at the usual single copy price, and after the regular issue the Pictorial will sell for 10 cents before postage.
Fragments describe multiple tornadoes across Texas Oklahoma Kansas and Missouri causing deaths and injuries. Damage reported near Vaughn Gainesville Silver City and other towns with ruined cabins and homes. Strong winds rain and thunderstorms extended into the Midwest with travel disruption and alerts.
A U S Air Force tanker crashed during a routine training flight near Killeen Texas. Four crew members were killed as the jet hit a brushy hillside and exploded scattering wreckage over a half mile. The plane went down about nine miles east of the town after reportedly losing control in a thunderstorm.
A reporter and staff member allegedly edited class material to conceal sensitive information. The incident raises questions about governance, transparency, and oversight within the institution.
New Delhi accuses the Communist Chinese Embassy of challenging Prime Minister Nehru’s integrity over Tibetan affairs. Government spokespeople call embassy statements improper while noting Dalai Lama and cabinet members’ safety amid unrest in Lhasa and Kalimpong.
The Kiwanis club selects five judges for the Hope flag contest with entries from Benson and Little Rock residents. Miss Beryl Geary Leffel Gwirty Ed Lester Ness Henry and M Gentry are named as entrants. The event is set for April with a $30 first prize and multiple entries allowed.
Knox County sheriff reports a union member charged after a shooting at a mine supervisor’s home. Investigators say JABRI-A ariveur and Welly Stren lg. voluntarily appeared, with officers seeking UMW officials. the shooting left one man dead. State police warn of broader tensions amid union strike actions and mine safety disputes.
The United States promised a revival of the Berlin airlift as Western planes prepared to fly supplies to West Berlin. Officials indicated military aircraft would operate at several thousand feet to circumvent Soviet opposition, signaling a renewed commitment to supply the isolated city despite protests and pressure from Moscow.
Spring Hill announces a Friday evening senior lass play titled The Brides Come. The event includes a caste of Huey Kidd Jimmy Sharman James Huckales and others with ushers Brenda Smith and Sue Martin. Tickets priced 28 cents for students and 50 cents for adults.
A patchwork of muddled town items mentions a charity walk or blood bank event linked to Dr Wille University Medical Center last year. It notes hospital operation for a child, a quarrel over a secretary, a west side residents call for action, guard dogs chasing calves, and a Hope Booster Club meeting set for Saturday night at the Bund Building with a reminder to attend. It also recalls a driver’s near miss and a schoolyard incident near Prisca Rovítay, and a broken freight line detail near Frisegrain and rail yard activity.
Mrs. Buth Wicks Powell, a resident of Washington, died in Texas. Survivors include Joulude Powell and five daughters Sue, Ruth Ann, Shirl, Linda, and Prayton. Also listed are Mrs. Murry Jeffers of Mut Sp and Mrs. Gluytgy McD Hay, with three brothers G wf Washington and Bigg Piguk Wicks, and Wednk Bhearey of Vy tun.
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