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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1954
Page
4
The editor Alex Hi Waehbura presents a brief reflection titled Testimony Is. The piece examines the idea of testimony in daily life, offering concise thoughts on truth, memory, and everyday ethics observed in ordinary moments.
In the long-running Army McCarthy dispute the article argues citizens should retain rights while questioning McCarthy’s aggressive stance. It cites early English and American history, faulting both presidents and Congress for expanding government power and urging defense of individual rights. It condemns McCarthy as a threat to democracy and urges restoring constitutional limits.
Garland High School presents the Fifth Annual Music Festival on May 4 at 7 30 p.m. under Mrs Har vell Mall and Mrs Jess Davis with Spiritus such as Swing Low Sweet Chariot Nobody Knows The Trouble Ive Been I Know The Lord. Many pupils listed include James Cross Ronnie Burns Audrie Foster Cherry Meyers Paul Cobb Betty Bryant Andrea Anthony Freddie Puller Judy Boswell and dozens more.
Robert Dickliffe Temple, 45, Pittsburgh AP correspondent, died early yesterday after a heart attack suffered at St Francis Hospital following March 20 treatment for high blood pressure. Born in St Francisville, La., he began his career with the Texdrkana Gazette before joining AP. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.
The July and August Democratic primary filing closed with little change. A. P. Delaney filed for Post Alderman Ward 3 against incumbent B. L. Rettig seeking a second term. Several offices drew no opposition, including City Recorder, Assessor, Circuit Clerk, County Judge, Circuit Judge, and others seeking second terms. Main filings included sheriff contenders Syvelle Burke, Tom Middlebrooks, W. B. Ruggles, Jimmy Cook, and Son Phillips. County Clerk contenders Jolly Armonette Byers, Arthur Anderson, Arnold J. Middlebrooks. County Treasurer Dwight Ridgill, Harry Hawthorne, Clifford Byers. Prosecuting Attorney Royce Weisenberger, Travis Mathis, Preston Dowd, Van Johnson. State Senator Gene Loo, Dr. F. C. Crow. City Attorney W. S. Atkins, C. Y. Nunn Jr. Alderman Ward 2 contenders Joe Jones, Mrs. Cathryn Lou Franks. Alderman Ward 2 also Borrest Haley, 7- O, Porter, John Greana. Alderman Ward 3 L. Rettig, IA, PB. Delaney. Aldermen Ward 4 J. Brown, Charles Taylor, Homer Beverley, and Mrs. G. A. Nash.
Hope high school junior and senior bands received high praise at the state band festival held last Thursday and today in Hot Springs. Judges praised improved technique and tone across sections, noting minor tuning lapses but overall strong performance amid seventy nine bands. The Hope groups, accompanied by six chaperones, traveled by three buses and stayed at the Waukesha hotel, totaling 128 people. The next event is the city wide music festival on May 4 at Hammons Stadium.
Hope Civil Air Patrol leads Arkansas in March flying hours with 40 hours in the on loan USAF Laisen Plane. Hot Springs 38 hours, Jacksonville 29, Fayetteville 22, Crossett 21, Little Rock 20. Lt. T. J. Barber announced a new Lir Larson Plane replacing the J4 unit aircraft after about 90 days. He urged more pilots to fly the loaned aircraft.
Homer Beyerley, local manufacturer, today announced his bid for Ward Four alderman. He says many business leaders and neighbors urged him to run, and notes 12 years in the community with a pledge to serve honestly for the city’s benefit rather than any group. He emphasizes active public service and progress for Hope.
A one year old African American boy was shot in the shoulder and urn with a 22 caliber rifle late last night in a chicken house at Glen Ste Edwards home in Oaklawn. Edwards said he did not know the shooter until after he fired when eggs were reportedly being stolen. He was held for investigation and returned to his parents. The boy was treated at Branch Hospital and released.
Chambers, Helena member of the National Democratic Committee, filed today in Little Rock to run for the U S Senate seat held by John McClellan. He is the fifth entrant amid other filings by McClellan’s term rival McMath Leonard Ellis of Little Rock and William H Prince of Conway. An Indianapolis UP note reports gas stations offering windshield washing and Geiger counter tests for radioactivity from a recent H bomb explosion, a safety claim amid service.
Hal Bole notes baby boom shifts in consumer spending as babies become a major economic factor and garment firms expand. The article observes rising infant birthrates, a five billion dollar baby industry, and manufacturers like Jack Turk increasing staff from 12 to about 200 to meet demand.
In Arkansas the Democratic primary field shapes up with five candidates for governor including Orval Faubus and four for the U.S. Senate. J. M. Myers enters from Springdale, while Paul Chambers backs McLellan against Sid McMall. Faubus filed near deadline, saying he may influence the race and criticizing multiman governor makers.
A broad cold front sweeping from New York to Texas spawned ten tornadoes with light damage and one injury. Oklahoma, Texas and Ohio reported twisters amid record low temperatures and storms across the Mississippi Valley. Two pilots ejected from a T-33 near Clinton during a violent storm. one body or gear remained missing.
A final last-minute bid to save slayer Bill Jenkins will be argued in federal court here today. Jenkins faces execution after three gubernatorial postponements by Gov Cherry. The death sentence is set for the chair.
Norwalk California deputies arrested Trinidad Vera after rescuing Celia Sanchez a nine year old who said she was beaten with fists a rubber hose and sustained facial injuries and a broken nose during 12 months of mistreatment. Celia expressed love for her mother as authorities moved to place her in protective custody with plans for further legal action.
Priton Dowd of Texarkana announces candidacy for Prosecuting Attorney in the HK Judicial District. At 28, he cites roots in North Beights, Texarkana, and extensive civic service including Masonic Lodge, Baptist Church, American Legion, VFW judge advocate, and Civitan president.
William M. Sparks is transferred to Malvern Arkansas as County Supervisor of the Farmers Home Administration with headquarters in Hope. W. M. Reinhardt succeeds him as Farm Ownership Appraiser and Appraiser Engineer in the state office at Little Rock, taking on area duties and a court pardon due to reduced state office staff. Reinhardt, a 1953 Palmers staffer and Nashville former supervisor, is a University of Arkansas College of Agriculture graduate. Sparks will take a three month leave before resuming duties in Malvern.
The Southwestern Gas and Electric Co. of Shreveport, Ga., filed with the Arkansas Public Service Commission seeking permission to issue bonds totaling ten million dollars. The company stated it would utilize the angel financier program.
A deep avalanche hit a hill overlook near Paname, drawing attention to dangerous conditions. Authorities reported a 000-foot fall and noted ongoing concerns about stability in the region. No further specifics on casualties or exact time were available.
A candidacy announcement from a 98 year old Hope resident for Ward Two alderman outlines lifelong public service, local work experience as an auto mechanic, business ownership, and a promise to improve Hope’s largest business district with a businesslike approach, urging votes and influence in the upcoming primaries.
A garbled local page notes milk prices rising about nine cents per quart across Hope stores. It mentions a new company charge, a chuckling chamber of commerce official, and a secretary’s surprise marriage causing a family drive to work. A weather log records 1.68 inches of precipitation at a station.
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