02 Apr 1975
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1975
Page
1
A cold front moved into the northwest corner of Arkansas this morning extending from central Missouri through northwest Arkansas to a low in north central Arkansas. The low will move northeastward along the front today and the cold front trailing it will sweep rapidly through the state by early evening. Showers and a few thunderstorms increase late this day.
The Hope Star issue lists staff roles, office and publication details, and regional circulation pricing. It also includes a brief forecast noting areas of potential light rain and sleet, with temperatures across Arkansas towns and an experiment station report showing a high of 78 and a low of 38 for the prior 24 hours.
Billie E Garoutte 38 of near Van Buren died after a fire gutted his seventh floor room at the Grady Manning Motor Hotel. Firemen said he suffocated. The blaze heavily damaged his room and much of the floor with unknown cause. Fire reported by people at Continental Trail Wass Bus Station across from the hotel. Fire Chief Jack Davis said quick response prevented spread to other floors.
Emmett E. Cook Jr., district IRS director in Little Rock, spoke to the Hope Lions Club about how the Little Rock office operates, filing and auditing, and fraud risks. He noted Arkansas refunds totaled 71.4 million dollars mailed to residents and cited innovations like a traveling information office and blind worker support.
Kiwanis Club members at Town and Country heard reports from the Variety Show committee. Andy Caldwell outlined ten specialty acts, local and out of town talent, and ticket projections for performances on Thursday and Friday. Accompanist Mrs Ratnuna Streeh returns after an absence, rehearsals continue, and the show is set for April at Hell Auditorium with seating limits in mind.
Washington reports many senior officers fear South Vietnam could fall within 60 to 120 days if North Vietnamese forces concentrate for a decisive strike in the Saigon region. Some officers remain hopeful the South Vietnamese army can regain balance and defend remaining government-held areas. Kissinger meets foreign policy experts. supplies and evacuations noted. UN appeal to avoid interference with refugee evacuation. Ford may seek substantial aid funds. Democratic senators criticize administration blame for reverses.
The Bicentennial Freedom Train bringing artifacts from American history began its two year tour in Stanton Delaware, drawing thousands as DuPont offered free admission before noon. police halted crowds and reopened the line three miles long as organizers plan to raise funds to cover an 18 million cost with 5 million already pledged by corporations.
Community choir rehearsals set for Thursday at 7 p.m. in the high school band building for the Centennial religious observance. April visits listed by Mrs. Dansby of Arkansas Rehabilitation Services in Hempstead County occur on April 10, 17, and 24 at the Hope Social Services Office from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Willing Workers V MLA of Unity Baptist Church sponsor a chicken spaghetti supper at 6:50 p.m. Friday in the church fellowship hall at W Fifth and S Hervey Streets. Supper is $2 for adults and $1 for children under 10. A meeting for forming an area C B Club will be held Sunday, April 13 at 2 p.m. at the Experiment Station, with membership, officers, and a club name to be decided. children welcome.
Hempstead County 4-H members sharpen outdoor cooking skills for the annual broiler barbecue. The open event begins Saturday at Hope Park and aims to qualify for district and state contests in Nashville and Petit Rock. Call the Extension Office for details.
A gospel program featuring the Bright Stars of Flint Michigan will be held Wednesday night April 9 at 7 30 p m at Bethel A M E Church South Laurel Street. Tickets available from Ray's Barber Shop Rev J L Stuart Rev W C Gant and Elmer Stuart with Rev Stuart as sponsor.
W. Walton Butterworth, longtime U.S. diplomat and former ambassador to Sweden and Canada, and ex assistant secretary of state, died Monday at age 77 ending a 40 year career in diplomacy.
The First Assembly of God Church at 322 North Main Street begins Centennial observances with an Old Fashion Day on Sunday April 6. Activities start 9:45 a.m. with Bible study, worship at 11, a noon potluck, and a 7 p.m. service lit by lanterns featuring Rev. Rach Adcuck. Visitors are urged to wear Centennial clothes and join in old-time singing and preaching.
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