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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1952
Page
3
A South versus North note on the mockingbird as a celebrated performer. Greer Williams highlights the bird’s travels from the South to Maine and beyond, its domestic appeal, and how editors correct myths about authors who inspired its fame. The piece blends humor with regional affection for the bird and its cultural footprint.
The Texarkana Kennel Club promotes its 6erd AKC Championship Show at Four States Fair Grounds on May 8 with 700 in prizes. Hope, Texas, is highlighted in an April feature and a 4,000-copy show program distribution. Pre-show dinners May 7 at the Coffee Cup, and dog arrivals begin April 27 with arena setup.
Hor face Hubbard's occupations class from Ish Kehoul visited Meyers Bakery hosted by production manager O B Hays. They learned about local industry opportunities for youth and observed an experimental new product line. This tour follows a prior visit to Bruner Ivory Handle Company as part of Hope's industry series.
New York April 5 Frank Costello, 61, gambler and underworld figure, was convicted of contempt of the United States Senate after two walkouts from Kefauver committee hearings. He faces up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine, with bail set at $5,000 pending sentencing next Tuesday.
The Our Lady Of Goo Hope Church lists Holy Week observances including High Mass on Holy Thursday at 9 oclock, a Solemn procession, daylong adoration, a Eucharistic Holy Hour at 7 pm, Good Friday 12 to 3, Holy Saturday rites, and Confessions on Wednesday and Thursday before Mass.
In Little Rock on April 5 the Supreme Court resumed witness testimony in the suit to block a 1951 purchasing act and determine the real parties in interest. Attorneys argued that Gov. McMath and publisher John Wells were the true challengers, with Wells leading the referral effort and the act backed by administration forces. The court authorized evidence across most counties, denied summary judgment for Pulaski plaintiffs, refused to name Wells a party, extended hearings under the current bond, and ruled on admissibility of affidavits. It also denied Rep. Charles Smith’s intervention to charge state costs to bondsmen.
County Agent Oliver L. Adams announces the 1952 rabies control program in Hempstead County. Dr. Herbert Rogers DVM of Hope and Dr. Jack Ambrose DVM of Nashville lead the vaccination effort to protect dogs and livestock, with a schedule covering Otwell Shover Springs to Nashville area. Approximately 80 percent dog coverage aimed to curb rabies, following last year’s vaccination of about 3,000 dogs.
A humorous reminiscence by a once fat man who chronicles leaving a life of heft for dieting. He explains why he started a diet to avoid nagging ads and friends worried about obesity, notes losing 17 pounds easily, and reflects on how fat talk dominates his world even after change. The piece blends self mockery with views on health messaging and personal change.
Governor McMath pardons Joel Carson who killed a state hospital guard on May 1, 1938, a death sentence commuted to life before. The action follows parole board recommendation. Also granted furloughs for B L Bonner from Ouachita County, Bernige Elliott from Quachita County, John Finn from Miller County, and others in 1941 to 1950 for murder sentences.
Lt Tayyos A Van Fleet Jr the son of U S Eighth Army commander was reported missing in action after failing to return from a third bombing mission over North Korea. The West Point graduate aged 20 piloted a B 26 bomber and arrived in Korea three weeks ago with a B 26 squadron based near his father headquarter. General Van Fleet had reunited with his son briefly on March 19 his 60th birthday and said he wished Jim had chosen infantry but the air service suited him.
Two presidential candidates Douglas Hoge of Cincinnati and Horace Williamson of Williamsburg address the Arkansas Jaycees convention in Pine Bluff. Officers to be elected, luncheon speaker Dr. George Benson of Harding College, and a banquet with awards including Arkansas Man of the Year.
Five delegates attend the state convention representing Hope Group. The list includes Milea and other named members among the attendees as the group participates in the event.
Jdrek Lowe president of the Hope Kiwanis Club announced a Friday night concert in the Coliseum on May 2 at 8 pm featuring Xavier Cugat and his orchestra. The two hour show also offers a lineup of feature acts.
A cargo plane crashing near New York’s LaGuardia area caused massive damage in Queens. The aircraft struck several buildings and sparked a large blaze. Thomas Boylan is named as among the dead, with many others injured. Rescue teams battled the inferno as the event sent shock through the metropolitan area.
Reports say chances to avert walkouts in steel and communications unions look slim with 57,000 CIO telegraph workers set to strike at 6 am Monday and 700,000 CIO steelworkers due at midnight Tuesday. Government efforts to head off defense-industry stoppages progress, while other labor disputes unfold at Akron and with United Rubber Workers.
The Huntington family comedy The Littlle Dog Laughed will be staged April 18 at the high school. Students Sara Lauterbach Donald Weaver lead a farce about psychology major daughter and family feuds with humor from maid Pandy Barns and Mr Honeywell. Tickets range from 28 to 50 cents.
The Federation of Garden Clubs of the City of Hope reports completion of a land recaping project by the Hope Garden Clubs. Members finished work at the junior high landscaping site, marking a community improvement effort and collaboration with local schools and groups.
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