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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1971
Page
3
Dr Richard E Walters head of Arkansas juvenile services urges judges and prosecutors to send offenders under 18 to his agency for help rather than a day in State Prisons. The move follows the death of Willie Stewart 17 of Little Rock at Cummins Prison Farm after alleged hazing by guards and trustees.
A joint task force will align wage control policies of the Pay Board and the Construction Industry Stabilization Committee. The move follows the Pay Board stripping the committee of retroactive wage-increase powers. Board members protested large pay raises and retroactive deals exceeding the 5.5 percent annual cap. Pay Board Chairman George H. Boldt cited the need to curb inflation after discussions with a delegation from the committee.
The Student Affairs Committee faces a clash as about 40 members of the Women’s Liberation group push to end queen contests, arguing they degrade women. Conservative students argue the traditions boost campus morale despite protests. In related notes, Helen and Sue debate voter turnout and priorities, amid broader campus governance discussions on policy and representation.
Joy Stilley Sew York profiles a Arkansas star student who, in college, pursues history psychology and French while mastering cooking. The piece recalls her growth from curious eater to capable baker, as she learns to bake bread percolate coffee and bake coconut cream pie, reflecting a family kitchen pride.
Several church and community events are announced. Fulton Powers in Arkansas invites a youth musical program December 12 at 2 PM. Beebe Memorial C ME Church Missionary Society sponsors a spaghetti supper December 14 at Mrs Isola Lee Muldrew’s home, $1 per plate. Bethel AME Church hosts a fundraiser dinner December 2 at the Bethel Center, $100 per plate. Antioch H Club marks its annual meeting December 7 at 4 PM with officers and members noted.
The U.S. Command reported four American service members killed in combat this week while 14 others died from various causes. A separate helicopter crash on Nov 28 left 44 listed as missing in action until bodies were recovered this week. South Vietnam’s command noted 314 killed in action and 639 wounded, figures down from the previous week.
New York fashion writer reports on 1971 trends showing skinnier silhouettes with high step dresses and open crown hats. He notes jackets with three quarter sleeves and low waistlines to avoid for heavier women, suggesting long dresses and suited options as alternatives.
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