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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1951
Page
1
A reader letter questions whether atomic bombs could halt a hurricane’s fury. The editor notes past storms and compares risks, with forecasts and military cautions cited. The piece weighs the danger of using force against natural disasters and the uncertainties of outcomes.
Indian Prime Minister Nehru argues India need not take sides in world conflicts. He stresses a long view for independent India, warning against joining blocks or provoking global power struggles. He discusses implications of Western and Asian alliances on Asia for the Asians and counts the risks of aligning with or against major powers. He notes India’s aim to preserve autonomy while observing the evolving international order.
Fragmented OCR text discusses whether an A Bomb could alter a hurricane and notes Stevens explains atmospheric convection in hurricanes. It mentions reverse winds in the Northern Hemisphere, centerair movements, moisture rising to high altitudes, and speculative effects on hurricane intensity.
A new 4 to 6 percent freight rate increase becomes effective today nationwide. Railroads and carriers enact higher charges on grains, meats, and commodities as the ICC approves the adjustments to cover rising costs. Officials warn wholesale prices may rise downstream, with impacts on consumer goods and transportation services nationwide.
Mississippi voters confront a storied Democratic contest as eight candidates compete in the state rights slate. Hugh K. Wise and Paul Johnson Jr vie for the governorship while White leads in fundraising and Negro-vote allegations swirl. Polls open early with turnout expected in Jackson and rural precincts. Weather forecast partly cloudy. turnout projections around six to seven thousand votes are mentioned amid confusion and campaign noise.
Intense combat raged in the Korean hills as ground clashes and artillery barrages continued. Weather hindered air operations with rain and clouds aiding Communist forces while U N units defended ridge positions near Chinnampo and Wonsan as ships shelled rails and roads.
Denver reports leaders warn no end to the nationwide copper, lead, zinc, and silver strike. A union spokesman says action will hinge on the Washington meeting, while government mediator Cyrus King’s proposed package of about 21 cents per hour is rejected by Kennecott. Quiet picketing continues at strike sites nationwide. Local teachers state they will stand by during the crucial talks tomorrow at 2 p.m. EST.
Washington reports say the Soviet Union gave no definite timetable for travel to negotiate a railway car proposal. The State Department confirmed no immediate travel details and noted the possibility of a Soviet delegation attending only if plans allow.
The Arkansas Democrat reports private utilities joined to resist perceived 50 percent assessment targets set by public officials. The Arkansas Public Service Commission plans to value utilities at 50 percent, against 20 percent for most property, sparking potential court action. Entities involved include power, transportation, pipeline, telephone, and railroad firms amid a statewide survey of tax ratios.
Westinghouse Electric in Little Rock suspends operations after 400 first shift workers return home unable to work without 20 maintenance staff. AFL IBEW members cited as cause but no official union statement available. No pickets reported. situation unresolved with unison officials to meet this afternoon.
Washington reports the Senate crime investigating committee will back six bills to empower federal prosecutors and strengthen tax laws against gamblers and organized crime figures. Senator O Conor said one proposal would allow appeals of evidentiary rulings to pause trials, while preserving constitutional double jeopardy protections.
At the Arkansas Farmers’ Association convention, officials urge expansion of cooperatives to meet farmer needs. Ralph Hudson of Harrison cites total sales of 8.482 million and net savings of 1.79 million for the year. APA operates in 63 counties and draws about 400 attendees.
A 70 year old Hoboken iron worker John Pilgrim plunged from a ninth floor Macy's window during the evening rush in Manhattan. Crowds watched as he teetered on the ledge before falling seven feet to the sidewall and then to the ground. Pilgrim had been ill recently and was in New York to shop on his day off.
The Associated Press reports warm and humid conditions gripping most of the southern and western United States. Scattered showers, heavy in spots, affected the central Atlantic states and portions of Missouri and Mississippi valleys while Montana and Washington saw rain and hail. Forecasters noted no signs of a cooldown with heat persisting in Texas and Gulf states where Fort Worth reached 102 and Antille recorded 109.
Little Rock August 28 Army planners outline a simulated raid in Arkansas. Fort Worth based bombers and Texas observers participate with radio signal payloads. the exercise aims to test radar bomb security at a detachment near Adar.
Conway August 28 An Edge old Faulkner county farmer Charles Cecil Rappold was fatally injured near here when entangled in a tractor driven hay baler while inspecting wire in hay bundles. Survivors include his widow Davie Rappold son Chart Rappold and his parents T J and Mrs Rappold of Maulkn aunt. Funeral services will be conducted tomorrow.
An Excelsior Springs advertisement claims a new book titled Rheumatism explains a system for treating arthritis. It asserts drug remedies give only temporary relief and offers a free, no obligation mailing from the Ball Clinic to readers, with a mailing address in Excelsior Springs Missouri.
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