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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1977
Page
2
The Associated Press reports winter begins as temperatures fall this evening across Arkariges. Forecasters warn of chilly conditions today and tonight with potential drops in temperature and windy, unsettled skies.
The forecast shows a sharp cold front crossing Arkansas from the north with a high pressure system behind it. Expect generally dry skies with winds from the northwest and highs in the 30s over the weekend, possibly milder near Christmas. Strong entities include Arkansas and northward air masses affecting temperatures and wind patterns.
Hot Springs Arkansas AP February 22 set as arraignment date for Hot Springs Police Lt Thurman Abernathy charged with first degree murder in the 1976 disappearance of Linda Edwards. Edwards, a Garland County deputy sheriff, was missing for weeks before parts of her body were found in a forest west of Hot Springs. Abernathy is suspended, free on a $50,000 bond, and will be arraigned Thursday.
Pearl Combe Bradshaw 68 widow of William W. Bradshaw died Sunday at Quitman Cleburne County She was a member of Assembly of God church Survivors include her husband a son Lemuel Combs four daughters and many relatives Funeral services 2 p m Wednesday Rose Bud Assembly of God White County burial Rose Bud cemetery Olmstead Funeral Home Heber Springs in charge Ruth A Nail resident of Garland Texas funeral Wednesday Live Oak Chapel Weiland Merritt Funeral Home burial Grove Hill cemetery Survivors include two sons a daughter a sister seven grandchildren two great Myrtle Snyder Mitchell 71 died Sunday in a Nashville hospital Born May 2 1908 in Pennsylvania member of Church of Christ Survivors include husband five sons nine grandchildren one great grandchild Graveside 10 a m Wednesday Dierks cemetery Latimer Funeral Home Nashville in charge of arrangements
Amsterdam AP report says King Khaled of Saudi Arabia is having a new 212 foot yacht built at Van Lent Shipyards costing about $12 million. The company director H C van Gerwen calls it the most hilarious yacht ever built.
Delle notes Hope system teachers can apply for compensation but mid term breaks disqualify them. Law would allow eligibility at Easter vacation. Nashville office reports many teachers seeking applications. filings only possible once they are out of work. Arkansas Education Association urges applications.
The United Nations General Assembly closes its 197th session after three months of debated cooperation. Delegates praise conduct and compromise, though some note repetitious speeches. Israel facing broad criticism while the US abstains on some votes amid shifting regional positions.
President Carter said a 1978 style tax plan to be unveiled soon would lower taxes for all taxpayers despite higher Social Security costs. He urged a progressive tax system while trimming costs, with decisions on individual and business relief totaling 2 to 9 billion dollars.
The Guernsey High School Alumni Association will hold a reunion at 7 36 p m December 23 in the Guernsey gym inviting all former students and teachers. Bodcaw hosts a public hearing at 7 30 p m Thursday Jan 5 in the school cafeteria to hear views on Revenue Sharing funds for Entitlement Periods. Syd McMath reports bond sales for Hempstead County totaling 127 987 for January through November 1977 and 99 913 in November. 53 7 percent of goal, down from 155 720 in 1976. Howard County sales were 16 959, Nevada 2 440, Miller 43 870. The mayor is A B Butler and recorder-treasurer Austin Caudle.
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