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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1961
Page
4
Bitter cold lashed the U.S. as Arkansas faced subfreezing highs around 20 with a five degree low forecast in the northwest. The Weather Bureau warned a cold wave from Canada, with light snow flurries in Fayetteville and Harrison, and a mix of rain and snow across the Midwest.
Weather summary shows Yolaigold precipitation 51.1 inches through November versus 40.44 inches last year. 24 hours to 6 p.m. Monday high 51 low 44, precipitation .73 inch at 7 a.m. temp 27. Central Arkansas issues cold wave warning for this afternoon and tonight with clearing later. Wednesday expected clear to partly cloudy and chilly. north highs around 20 to 30, lows 5 to 10 northwest and near 20 southeast. Continued cold into Thursday.
Unidentified aircraft attacked Elisabethville Airport four times before dawn dropping bombs without hitting U.N. installations. The U.N. said the Katanga mission reported heavy bombardment on its headquarters with mortar fire from a ridge west of the building. Two Indian Gurkha troops were killed, one wounded, raising U.N. casualties to 10 dead, 37 wounded and 1 missing. Katangan casualties remained unknown. Gen. Sean McKeown estimated 50 to 60 dead. The origin of the planes and the nature of the New York statement remained unclear.
The Frisco Railroad estimated damage from Sunday’s derailment at Wilson at $10,000. Five cars carrying aluminum ore derailed and blocked the main line for several hours, causing a temporary disruption to rail traffic.
Governor Faubus endorses federal welfare crack down tied to Ribicoff proposals. He supports limited earnings for recipients and interstate tracking of parents who abandon children, noting Arkansas hardship mainly in aid to dependent children and that most welfare goes to the aged disabled and blind.
Missouri Pacific seeks to discontinue four of five passenger train routes between Memphis and Hot Springs. Arkansas Commerce Commission hearing indicated a decision would take weeks. The railroad cited $3,250,600 spent on passenger service in 1960 and $188,799 for trains 219 202 881 and 428. Local officials and union leaders opposed the plan, noting losses of jobs and impact on the region's economy.
The Soviet government demanded the United States hand over West German General Adolf Heusinger, chairman of the NATO Military Committee in Washington, for trial in Moscow on war crimes charges. Bonn rejected the accusation as false, noting Heusinger was cleared long ago.
Lt. Gen. W. K. Wilson Jr, chief of Army Engineers, said 1970 is the expected completion date for the Arkansas Basin Project. He noted 40 percent of dam work will be done this year with an $80 million appropriation and 30 percent of Dardanelle Dam completed by year end. Wilson praised local authorities and discussed recreation lakes along 45 miles of river, plus a push to align water resources with economic growth. Governor Paulius presented him with an Arkansas Travel certificate.
James Jul, 75, a former president of the Arkansas Missoni Power Co., died Sunday in Winter Garden Florida. He led the company from 19 until 195b when it opened its 88 million payer plant at Campbell Bay in this state.
The Quorum Court set a total county budget of 61 855 for the coming year, up about 10 from this year. The only changes occurred in the County Nurses and Health Department, rising from 6 975 to 7 485, with several line items added for courts, jail expenses, officers salaries, and county services including agents, records, and the water district.
Bettie Dun ean home agent warns of fire hazards during Christmas season. Advice covers safe use of electronics, avoiding flammable decorations, keeping exits clear, disposing of damaged trees, and teaching children fire safety rules. Emphasizes water for fresh trees, electric lights away from wrapping, and extinguishing plans in case of fire.
Paris dispatch reports Western Allies seeking a common stance on Berlin amid doubts about US leadership. Diplomats say Washington’s Congo policy and West German and French views strain cohesion as Dean Rusk meets with British and French counterparts. Officials note no clear progress, while Schroeder hints at forthcoming statements.
In North Little Rock Arkansas Senator J William Fulbright cautioned against disloyalty accusations spread by groups such as the John Birch Society. He warned that broad claims about journalists teachers and clergy being communists are irresponsible and that wisdom, not patriotism, is the nation's main issue. He spoke to joint women clubs about federal state relations and urged specifics over suspicion.
Bill Webbe, 2b, a lung patient for 12 years, died Monday at a Little Rock hospital. He contracted pellott oid while a high school student in Greene County. Survivors include his parents Mr. and Mrs. J Webbe of Little Rock and five brothers and sisters.
Arkansas Governor Orval Faubus refused to discuss his political future after a news conference. He predicted the Razorbacks will beat Alabama in New Orleans on January 1 and dismissed questions as general harmony talk. He defended his comments on Pulaski County politics while clashing with Rep. J. H. Cottrell over a lawsuit dispute.
Washington reports record average earnings for factory workers with a 40 hour workweek and highest weekly pay in two years. The Labor Department released figures showing increased wages and overall earnings, signaling improved conditions for labor.
All Around Town notes Sye Ann Smith of Hope was chosen as the “Cutest Girl” at Ouachita Baptist College in a student election. The sophomore English major is an honorary ROTC sponsor and a member of the YWA and 1961 Homecoming Royalty. The piece also mentions local business activity, health statistics, deer hunting incident, and school board announcements amid a fragmented local page.
The Northwest and Northeast portions of the state expect snow today or early Wednesday. Fayetteville notes flurries with a low near 30. Haute Prison reports light snow as temperatures rise to 44. Fort Smith, Dardanelle, and Arkadelphia show mixed readings with slick highways reported. temperatures expected to drop tonight.
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