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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1949
Page
4
A brief note discusses Our Daily Bread program needs in Hope Territory, urging additional donations and volunteers. Community organizations seek expanded support to meet rising demand and sustain food outreach efforts.
A Mountain Home column argues that tourism and dam development can transform Arkansas communities. It cites retail sales growth in Baxter county, contrasts Hot Springs and Mountain Home, and endorses Millwood Dam on Little River to boost visitor traffic and regional commerce. It recalls earlier efforts by the Red River Valley association.
Top Republicans in the Senate doubt a broad spending slash will pass. Taft says he is hopeful but not optimistic about cuts. President Truman seeks 5.09 billion in tax relief with projected deficits. Congress approved measures totaling over 30 billion, while foreign aid funds remain unappropriated.
El Dorado Downs High School golfers competed at El Dorado yesterday. The Bigh sche team beat Charles Brio 44 to 10 as Creighton Mildiewrooks led with 10 points. Stewart showed strong play, Laver and Toy Boyett also posted solid scores. In doubles, Griffey and Boone won 3-0 over Bruce, while Stewart and Boyett defeated Love and Morgan 1-1 keeping momentum high for Hoppot Suko.
New York reports a simple blood test for cancer may be used nationwide for mass screenings. Dr. Charles P. Huggins and colleagues from the University of Chicago report in Journal of Cancer Research that 000 people were tested in three groups: healthy, cancer patients, and those with non cancerous diseases. The method heats a blood sample to 30 minutes and measures coagulation, with cancer patients showing lower protein and albumin responses. Not 100 percent perfect, the test signals possible illness and prompts further cancer screening.
Hat Springs detective Dan Watkins was named police chief by two civil service bodies, replacing George Callahan who resigned. West Memphis reports population spike to 7,807 as census preliminaries show growth since 1940. Lena Drew, 60, missing from Lake Village area. aerial search urged. Arkansas Medical Society picks new officers for 1950 with Dr Earl Hunt Clarksville presiding elect and other officers named. list includes Dr J B Wharton El Dorado and Dr H E Murry Texarkana among nominees.
Three Arkansas congressmen Harris Norrell and Taels ett will attend the annual Red River Valley agitation meeting at Shreveport next week. They will travel by plane with several other members of Congress to attend the meeting. The event is set for Monday and Tuesday.
Wallace Beery, 60, beloved by moviegoers for his hard boiled but kindly roles, died last night at his Beverly Hills home after a heart ailment. He had 36 years in pictures and was seen as a top money making star in the 1930s. Beery, born in Kansas City, survived the transition to sound films and starred in Tugboat Annie with Marie Dressler. He is survived by his ex wife Rita Berry and daughter Carol Ann, with brother Will Berry and newphew Noah Berry Jr. He owned a plane, hunted at Jackson Hole, and split his time between California and Utah.
Washington April 16 77 Senate Republicans will force full discussion of the North Atlantic security pact. Senator Taft Ohio heads the policy committee and rejects slowdown charges by McGrath Rhode Island. He says public demand justifies considering all aspects including arms to signatories. Hearings planned to begin around April 27 lasting six weeks.
HAL BOYLE reflects on faith among soldiers in World War II. He notes Easter services in combat zones, soldiers praying with fellow troops from both sides, and the enduring need for spiritual solace beyond the battlefield’s cruelty. The piece contrasts raw hunger for life with the hope sparked by Christ’s death and resurrection, illustrating religion as a quiet blessing in wartime.
Millions of Acerteans are expected at outdoor sunrise services on mountains valleys seashores and Woodlands. Large crowds are forecast in Washington Chicago Pasadena and Miami with up to 200000 worshippers at a major ceremony in the mountain region near Li ten Olste. The nationwide program will be broadcast by NBC and reach Canada Europe and allied forces, featuring Christendom songs and a focus on resurrection themes.
Forest rangers and hundreds of volunteers battled dozens of fires across Randolph Fulton Baxter Ixard and Sharp counties in northern Arkansas. State forester Fred Lani called the situation probably the worst in 25 years as estimates ranged from 3 000 to more than 10 000 acres burned.</s>
Iva Petersen Lichals of Monticello is chosen as Arkansas Mother of 1949 by the Golden Rule Foundation of New York. The Monticello resident is said to be mother of four sons and five daughters, active in civic groups, clubs, and churches. The selection committee cited her character and family leadership as proof of her worth as a mother.
The Neary Children of Hope invite all children to an Easter egg hunt at the Old Fleet Port in Washington. Led by Calyly Duwhlas, the event aims to provide prizes and fun for the youngsters.
Tehran signals a final clash with the Soviet Union over a defense treaty that Iran says could allow Moscow troops if security is threatened. Iran asserts UN membership nullifies the pact and warns of UN Security Council action if pressure continues. Iran’s envoy Sadulukov’s trip to Moscow aims to deliver Tehran’s message, with Tehran insisting Article 6 permits troop entry only under UN conditions.
War department reports the bodies of three soldiers killed in action are en route home. The memorials name Raynioyd, Pie, and Jobe among those honored, with notes on next of kin and burial arrangements pending.
A Tabernacle revival enters its fourth week with large nightly attendance. The program features two services daily, a morning session at 7:30 and an evening evangelistic service. Pastor Hiedter and Neth W. Webb lead the revival, which has drawn significant local interest.
Public invited to 13th annual Sunrise Service at the Morningside Stadium at 8:30. Program includes Prelude, duets by Mrs. Earl Powell Jr. and Ted Jukes, Onward Christian Soldier, Call to Worship, several reverends reading scripture, offertory by Mrs. B Hyatt and Luther Hallam, Easter Medley by joined choirs, directed by Rev James Birkt, sermon by Rev S A Whitlock, benediction by Rev J Berker.
Berlin April 16 AP report details American four engine transports breaking an airlift record by delivering 12 833 9 tons to Western Berlin in 24 hours through Templehof Gatow and Tegel. The nonstop stream surpassed the old 4 24 ton mark, aiming to show Western Allies can sustain Berlin despite the blockade.
Maudie Mann Ellicot, age 65, died at her home. She is survived by two brothers Innes of Hope and Voces of Liberty. Funeral services will be held at Hully Grove at 2 p.m. Sunday with Rev Wilson presiding.
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