Taxed to Save Public Schools Says Arkansas Editor
Our Daily Bread editor laments failed property assessments and rising costs while urging reform. He argues state sales and income taxes are needed to fund free public education and warns against boosting the sales tax beyond current levels. He recalls past battles over taxation and the failed 2 percent sales tax plan. The piece comports with a defender of school funding and local property valuation reforms amid calls for tax increases.
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Mystery Man Intrigue in RFC Probe Ties Aide to Truman
Washington reports a mystery man adds intrigue to a Senate probe of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. Senator Tobey says a sworn informant details an undercover move to derail the inquiry, naming aides to President Truman Donald Dawson and David Kiles. The hearing awaits a public session as Capehart backs rejecting Truman’s RFC reorganization plan.
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One Troops to Europe Plan Pigeonholed
Washington reports that a senate Troops for Europe resolution was pigeonholed in the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Chairman Kee and associates said it could stay there indefinitely. The measure approves six American citelons for Eisenhower's European army but seeks advisory congressional input before any increase. House leaders oppose binding action. Kee suggested no committee hearing unless urged by proponents.
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Garland Plans Womanless Style Show Benefit
A womanless style show will be held at Garland school on Tuesday April 10 starting at 8 a.m. The event is sponsored by the school's Parent Teacher Association with narrator George Frazer. Tickets are on sale downtown at Cresant Drug Store and at the school.
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Students Get Break in New Draft Plan
Washington reports new draft deferment plans for high school graduates and college students will be reviewed at a House Services Committee meeting Monday. Major General Lewis Hershey defends deferments amid UMTS debates while Education Commissioner Earl James McGrath cites eligibility figures and pushes federal scholarship programs to counter inequities.
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Glanton Succumbs in Benton After Hampstead Residency
W I Glanton, 56, longtime Hampstead resident, died last night in Benton. Survived by wife, two sons Ray of Marshall and Fred of Hope, two daughters Mrs Winston Mathla of Okiona and Mrs Roy Campbell of Alton. Funeral 2 p m Sunday at Harmony Nevada County by Rev Howard H White assisted by Rev Wesely Thomason. Arrangements by Herndon Cornelius.
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Pistol Stolen From Yocom Home
A German made pistol was stolen from the home of Mart Yocom on the night of April 5. Police reported no break in and have one suspect named as they continue inquiries into the theft.
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Distribution of funds to schools and aid programs
The report notes distribution of 2,002,700 dollars in ary gid and 709,398 dollars in oni action aid to Az. The figures reflect allocated amounts for education and related support, detailing the distribution of funds within the specified program.
Sawyer Cited for Contempt in Ship Deal
Secretary of Commerce Sayner faces contempt of court charges over the American President Steamship line dispute. The appeal court cited Sawyer for failing to implement the order returning the shipping line to its former owner, Dallas company, amid government assertions of stock control and loan disputes. The case continues.
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Rain and hail hit Hempstead in minor storm
Heavy rain and hail pelted Hempstead yesterday afternoon and overnight with no serious damage reported. The Experiment Station logged 1.44 inches of rain, with temperatures ranging from a low around 70 degrees to a high near 70.
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Senator Crow to Speak at State Meet in Little Rock
Senator F C Crow of Hope will address the state convention at the Le faytte Hotel in Little Rock from April 10 to 12. The gathering, led by Dr W C Bedford of North Little Rock, will hear about The Doctor and related topics as part of the event.
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A Midwest Conservative Sees Threat to American Women
In Kansas City a Midwest conservative laments the future of women, arguing that materialism and mechanization erode traditional values. He warns civilization hinges on protecting womanhood, while predicting women will be outpaced by science and machines increasingly handling daily tasks.
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Utah Bishop Is Winner of Red Peace Prize
The Rev. Arthur Wy Moulton, 27, retired Episcopal bishop of Utah, wins a peace prize alongside Sun Yat-sen's successor and Britain's Howarde Johnson. The award, announced by decree of the Soviet presidium, carries 100000 rubles and a gold medal. Moulton says he was surprised and denies communist leanings while stressing his aim of peace.
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Patmos Seniors Stage Play April 13
Patmos High School seniors present their annual spring play Friday night April 13 in the high school auditorium. The cast features Glen Hogert Pale Hubbard Willon Ratton Ciloren Hatch Helen Keil Bobute Ann Payne Don Cox Burrel Sonftle Myla Foye Hales and Dovney Hollis in a comedy of romance and village life.
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Possible Arms Diversion Being Probed
Washington reports seek to determine if arms shipments are diverted to Europe or elsewhere. Senators Bridge and Knowland demand military officials explain to appropriations and defense committees why certain arms are unavailable. MacArthur notes release of 120,000 South Korean rifles that month. officials cite Korean government shortages of clothing and equipment. Newsrooms quote editors and reporters on military supply transparency and the scope of diversion claims.
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Tokyo News Briefs Claim Troops Clear Minefields Near Front
April dispatches describe forces advancing through North Korea with United Nations backing. Reports mention casualties and ongoing clashes as units push through minefields and confronting enemy positions amid tense weather and shifting front lines.
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