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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1955
Page
3
The Wesley Club meets December 21 at 5 30 PM in the church recreation rooms. Members bring a hobo lunch for supper then will go carolling. The First Pentecostal Church Young People present As We Forgive on December 22 at 7 30 PM. Public invited.
Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Williams of Hayward California visit their parents Mr. and Mrs. Louis Smith for Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Marshall and family of Little Rock will stay Monday with Mr. Ike Bell. Mr. Marshall recently returned from Puerto Rico where he works with the Soil Conservation Service.
Memorial hospital notes show admissions including Mrs. Wilbern Ross Mr. Robert Conner Mrs. Chas Wilson Mrs. D A Maroon Zona Green Leonard C Fuller and Ruth Lane all listed with Hope Arkansas addresses and rural routes.
Chester Goss 54 year old Yellow Cab night dispatcher was shot near First Baptist Church as worshippers gathered on December 4. Charles Friddle identified as shooter was charged with assault with intent to kill and held for mental examination at the State Hospital Little Rock. a .22 pistol was found at Friddle’s home.
Joseph Hildebrand of Dover in Pope County escaped from a county jail by climbing to the roof and using a 30 foot rope from a blanket. He slid down and was recaptured by two state troopers two blocks from the jail. A small tree broke his fall. He faces a car theft charge.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruling fails to integrate railroad and bus stations in Mississippi. The Mississippi Public Service Commission says railroads and bus companies are removing white and colored signs from rest rooms and facilities amid the ruling.
Sen. McClellan and Rep. Norrell press anew the operation terms of the Army Navy Hospital at Hot Springs as the June 30 directive nears expiry. McClellan backs using the facility for retired personnel and dependents. Army plans for FY starting July 1 remain unannounced. Arkansas farm income through Nov 1 runs at 414.748 million with 1955 outlook improving. sesame crops eyed as alternative for shrinking cotton and rice allotments.
The ICC order takes effect January 10 and bans racial mixing in depots while allowing removal of signs. Commissioners note the commission cannot stop sign removal but can fine a public utility fifty dollars per day for disobeying the order. A state criminal law also prohibits mixing races.
Mrs Kahane urges redesigns for auto interiors adding a makeup kit space in glove compartment a Pullman sink in dash board and cold drinking water. Proposes umbrella slot under front seat a zippered raincoat pouch a handbag or portfolio under the right arm rest and a foldable bath house for private changing.
A sequence of letters and responses covers romantic choices and social pressures. Dorothy asks about marrying a camp fiancé. W H suggests delaying until he returns. A reader worries about exclusive rights after a dance. the adviser says no apology is needed. Ellen argues against college for marriage plans and career fit. Frieda seeks help overcoming dining-with-a-boy hesitation with home meals and practiced manners.
Witnesses recalled an explosion as the Constellation hit treetops and ground, bursting into flames. A trailer home burned, though residents escaped. A nearby foundry worker saw the plane fly low and crash in a yard. At San Diego, naval base radios sent a spoof pickup message about Pier 1 due to atmospheric interference. A local driver commented on comfort for women buyers.
Public notice inviting readers to write letters to the editor with signed names and addresses, publication of names optional on request, encouraging commentary on editorials and news. It describes submission requirements and the newspaper’s role in considering letters for publication.
A reader argues firecrackers are dangerous and should be banned. He cites black powder as the most treacherous nitrate, warns against youth involvement, and urges officials to act before a serious injury occurs. He signs Paul W. Klipsch.
Representative Mills heads a House subcommittee studying the economic effects of taxes. The panel will issue a general report to Congress before January 31, avoiding detailed recommendations. Mills notes the group, not a legislative committee, seeks broad guidance and tax cut options without committing to a stance.
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