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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1968
Page
1
The editor urges vigilance during the burglary season, advising better night lighting, keeping doors observed, noting unusual activity, and informing neighbors and police. It notes the era of pickings by petty thieves and urges caution to protect homes and valuables.
Arkansas Senator Virgil Fletcher challenged the Commission on Co-ordination of Higher Educational Finance, saying it had accomplished nothing and eroded college boards' powers. He proposed a budget of 126,836 for year one and 129,036 for year two, far below the commission's request. The council took no action on mental health training funding for the Southern Regional Education Board in Atlanta.
AP reports comedian Jack Benny has raised substantial funds for symphony orchestras over the past twelve years. The figure cited totals about 45 million dollars through solo performances and spokesman aid, fueling concerts and community support.
Robbers hijacked a telephone company truck in Atlanta collecting change from pay telephones and escaped with 44 to 50 boxes of nickels and dimes plus an estimated 2,000 to 3,000 dollars in coins.
The Arkansas State Democratic Committee on Thursday sent a protest over the Pulaski County Democratic chairman election back to the county committee. If unresolved, the State Executive Committee will review the issue. The panel also announced eight new appointees to the party’s Executive Committee from across four districts.
In Little Rock nine jurors were seated as the Pulaski Circuit Court advanced the first degree murder case against Alymap Kidd, 26, of Ohio. The defendant stands accused of fatally shooting Stephen Lang near Rock Air Force Base. The state pursues the death penalty.
In Little Rock AP report, Western Arkansas Telephone Co and a PSC rate expert clash over the company’s financials. WAT seeks about 38,000 more gross monthly revenue. serves Russellville and nearby towns. Expert says 1967 return was 4.4 percent, today 5.38 percent. commission hears motion. Russellville rescinds city council approval after mayor breaks a tie. until then Russellville backed the rate increase.
Astronaut Walter Cunningham said the Russians missed any chance to beat the United States in space. Apollo 8 aims for a December 21 launch date as scientists prepare their own craft. Cunningham spoke during a school visit as the mission teams, including Eisele and Schirra, prepared for an 11 day flight.
U S bombers dropped 1800 tons of explosives on possible invasion routes around Saigon in the heaviest raids in two months. Navy reports described attacks on river craft west and northwest of Saigon with casualties among sailors and damage to sampans and junks. A helicopter was shot down near 30 miles northwest of Saigon, with one killed and two wounded, as U S infantry from the 25th Division fought a seven hour battle nearby.
State Insurance Commissioner Allan W. Horne announced a 4.20.2 percent increase in workmen's compensation insurance rates after an act raised maximum weekly benefits from 39.50 to 49. The change follows the Nov 5 general election context. Joseph R. Chappel of Forrest City has been promoted to brigadier general in the Arkansas National Guard, as announced Thursday.
A retrospective on the U S postal system traces origins to ancient times and highlights Hope Arkansas posting history. It notes Herodotus origin tale, Franklin as Father of the American system, and the 1881 establishment of Hope’s first post office with Wells Fargo. It chronicles moves to a 1912 brick building and a 1966 relocation to a federal building housing a 50 station center serving about 100000 people.
The Agriculture Department announced a revised school lunch program to expand free and reduced price meals for about one million children. Congress authorized 43 million dollars to raise state reimbursement rates and widen participation, with two options for designated needy areas and unchanged 9 cent rates for other schools.
Eight year old Janice Marie Hutcherson underwent open heart surgery in New Orleans with prayerful acceptance. A hospital spokesman reported two hours after start that she was doing well and that progress was favorable. The patient faced a Friday the 13th procedure with resilience.
Parents of 63 white pupils seek to intervene as plaintiffs in the Little Rock desegregation case. The motion will be heard Monday in federal District Court at Little Rock.
Washington AP reports official hopes for releasing the USS Pueblo crew have faded as negotiations near Panmunjom for the 26th time since the Jan 23 seizure. Surviving 82 sailors face slim chances before the first anniversary, amid U S insistence the Pueblo was in international waters and North Korea demands apology and admission of intrusion.
Little Rock Jaycees announce a proposed bill to clarify Arkansas liquor laws with strict controls and local option. Pollard says the plan would let dry counties hold local elections on beer and mixed drinks, aiming to unify support from business leaders officials and churches while emphasizing strong penalties.
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