12 Apr 1960
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1960
Page
1
Fragmentary report describes Cuban protest activity affecting shipments and labor conditions. Officials discuss withheld cargo, detained workers, and retaliatory measures as authorities brace for potential trade disruptions.
In Cape Town a political clash erupts as government raids target the opposition and police order newspapers to stop naming a wealthy white figure, Pyatt, amid censorship laws. Ministers blame the National Party for escalating violence while White opponents denounce government overreach and press suppression.
Hig TIROG America s newest earth satellite has flown hundreds of orbits relaying weather pictures from Europe Russia China Japan and the United States. Scientists say the data may improve storm knowledge and disaster prevention. The 270 pound device carries two tiny TV cameras tape recorders and transmitters with magnetic tapes storing impulses to be beamed to earth every 99 minutes at 440 miles altitude. It will cover a 7000 mile wide belt along the equator. All instruments have performed perfectly.
AP dispatch quotes Rep Harris urging radio and TV broadcasters to work with Congress and the FCC in efforts to curb shows that could violate rules on payola and quiz rigging. The report notes concerns over bribery, political pressure, and the fear of legislative overreach while stressing the FCC’s duty to enforce broadcast integrity.
In Little Rock and later Omaha, Emmett Bradshaw led civic groups and served as president and chairman of boards. A lawyer from Teard County, he helped found multiple enterprises, including the Omaha National Bank and Western Union. Survived by a widow in Locust Valley and two daughters in Locust Valley and Omaha, with funeral set in Omaha Thursday.
In Little Rock Governor Faubus comments on a Tank Magazine article about McClellan as a possible Democratic nominee. He questions Arkansas or Southern bias and argues Northern liberal labels hurt Stevenson. Faubus says either McClellan or Russell would garner broad support despite southern ties. Bennet predicts changes in Faubus administration as he prepares for campaign season.
A garbled ad seeks support for higher education funding and better facilities. It urges boosting college salaries and expanding university capacity to accommodate a rising cohort of students. The notice references a Times Square mailing address and a campaign for education improvement.
State Forester Mredi Lang cites deliberate forest fires during early April, estimating 45 percent of fires burned 62 000 acres. He argues fires harm soil fertility, watersheds, and wildlife, reduces timber prospects, and damages tourist appeal.
LITLE ROCK AP reports Missouri Pacific Railroad property tax payment in Arkansas last year ranked third largest among states it operates in. Total payments reached about 1.44 million dollars to county collections, with Missouri receiving 1.659 million in another state. The report notes a discrepancy of 3.325 million dollars and mentions additional figures for other states.
Washington reports that Speaker Sam Rayburn expects the House to approve the civil rights measure as passed by the Senate, with Rouse possibly weighing the bill for consideration. The brief notes anticipated momentum in the House and potential timing for action.
Russell Morton, attorney for the Assessment Coordination Division, explains how the Arkansas tax base and MoPoe Lota! figures yield about 17 percent and 22.47 percent of property value, noting differing assessment formulas between states that affect the ratio of levy and payment for last year.
Fragmentary advertisement text and AP wire notice list several locations and buildings, including Memphis Tennessee Dallas Texas Chicago Illinois Detroit Michigan and others. The readable portion mentions advertising representation and Associated Press copyright notice.
Speaker Rayburn yesterday based his forecast on an assurance by Rep. Howard W. Smith that a committee meeting would be called to consider the measure. The House had passed the bill and the Senate amended it, returning it to the House for acceptance. The aim is to send the bill to President Eisenhower before month’s end, with the core provision guaranteeing Negroes voting rights if a federal court finds a pattern of discrimination.
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