Christmas Day in Arkansas Described as Dry and Cold
The Associated Press reports a dry and cold Christmas Day expected in Arkansas with minimal chance of precipitation and brisk temperatures shaping holiday plans. The forecast emphasizes cool to chilly conditions across the state with sunshine likely in many areas.
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Weather forecast and temperatures for Hope area
The National Weather Service forecasts dry and cold conditions from Friday through Sunday with Christmas lows near or below freezing and highs around 50. Tonight remains partly cloudy and cold with teens to 20s. Thursday should stay fair and cold with upper 30s to mid 40s.
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Christmas Services Choir Rehearsal at Beebe Memorial
Beebe Memorial Church invites all church choir groups to attend final rehearsal Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ahead of early morning Christmas Services at 6:30 a.m. on Christmas Day. Services are sponsored by the Hope Hempstead County Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance with music directed by Rev. WG Wynn.
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Obituary notices from Hope and surrounding areas
Obituaries report the deaths of Barbara Baker 41 of Hope Davie Morehead Waters 82 of Hope former Nevada County resident Henry Wesley Taylor 78 of Hope and Homer Archer 65 of Sacramento with funeral services planned in Herndon chapel Willisville and Roseville. Also includes a note on the term rodeo from the National Geographic Society.
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Dr Richard Stiltner Named Pastor of First Baptist Hope
The First Baptist Church of Hope announces Dr Richard Stiltner of New Orleans will become pastor effective January 10 1977 replacing retiring Rev Gerald Trussell. Stiltner born September 11 1934 in West Monroe LA and has served Gentilly Baptist Church since 1972. He will move with his family and preach first sermon January 16.
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Quorum Court Plans Funds for Per Diem Travel
The Quorum Court approves per diem and travel pay for members attending meetings and authorizes the County Judge to approve disbursements while awaiting the annual budget. Other matters may be discussed and enacted into laws depending on time. Members county officers and the press will be notified of the first meeting time and place.
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Organized crime profits rise with victimless crime decriminalization
A federal study finds decriminalizing victimless crimes such as prostitution gambling and pornography may boost organized crime profits. The 288 page report urges caution, notes pornography and gambling expand, and calls for reforms including special prosecutors grand juries witness protection and nonpartisan judges. It says mobsters move into legitimate businesses as fronts for smuggling and other crimes.
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Arkansas grants list eyed for approval by EDA
Twenty Arkansas grant applications totaling about 10 million dollars were selected for approval by the Economic Development Administration. Rep. Bill Alexander said the selections are nearly certain to be approved and noted more than 100 applications totaling 100 million were received. He urged remaining applicants to stay hopeful and predicted continued public works support in 1977. The 20 grants include items from Trumann Pine Bluff Jacksonville Desha County Texarkana School District Forrest City and Hot Springs among others.
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Betty Ford enjoys Colorado holiday amid election aftermath
First Lady Betty Ford relaxes in Vail Colorado while husband faces post election plans. She says the loss to Carter is behind them and skiing helps him. She hints at a California home next year and possible part time teaching job, noting golf and arthritis considerations. The Fords arrived for a two week holiday.
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Gilmore Ordered Into Isolation Before Utah Execution
Gary Gilmore, 36, was placed in 45 days of isolation at Utah State Prison ahead of his January 17 firing squad execution for the Provo motel clerk killing. Disciplinary actions followed a December 15 start, a drug overdose, a light smashing incident, and fights with guards. He now remains under constant supervision after two self harm attempts.
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Judge Wilson Leaves Wilson Gunter Walker Firm
Judge John L. Wilson announces his withdrawal from the law firm Wilson Gunter and Walker P A effective January 1 1977. The remaining partners Jim Gunter and Charles M Walker will remain at Edgewood and East Third Streets while Gunter becomes 8th Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney and Walker serves as Deputy for Hempstead County. Wilson moves to 420 East Second Street near the Hope Clinic. Ticket takers at Reds home games warn against horns cowbells drums or similar devices disturbing fans.
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