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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1948
Page
9
This piece argues Christmas unites modern people despite wars and hardships. It contrasts unbelievers and believers, cites a shared heritage of hope, kindness, and neighborliness, and claims Christianity expresses humanity’s dreams while imperfect. The author urges Christmas as a force for better nations and peace.
Washington reports on a Virginia warehouse exhibit showing 400 clothing items and personal gear costing the three services $247,000,600 this year. The Munitions Board seeks common standards for blankets, undershirts, belts, fatigue uniforms and other items while resisting standardizing uniforms or insignia. A three service committee weighing agreements faces arguments on many items. Newsmen saw the exhibit at the Army Quartermaster Depot in Arlington across the Potomac, revealing varied colors, sizes, and price tags by service.
A note indicates no sellers trouble when an automobile accelerates, a situation usually caused by decelerating two tunnel components. The report cautions drivers about a common engine noise linked to vehicle acceleration.
Washington Bee reports government figures show a continued decline in the cost of living in November. The mid November index fell from October led by lower food prices for the fourth straight month, with meat and dairy items contributing to the drop. The index stood at 172.2, about 4.4 percent above 1948 levels and 74.6 percent above prewar 1939.
Reporting from Tel Aviv on December 23, fighting broke out between Jewish and Egyptian forces along the Negev desert front. Air and ground units engaged near Nitin and Rafah as violence threatened to derail fragile truces and complicate U N mediated talks.
A tense police action led to the arrest after officers found a large quantity of liquor in a residence. The suspect was taken into custody on charges related to illegal possession and distribution. Further details were not released.
Secretary of State George C. Marshall is convalescing after a kidney operation at Walter Reed Hospital and could be discharged next week. He will rest at home in Pinehurst, North Carolina, with Mrs. Marshall describing a lengthy recovery period ahead.
Tokyo reports that former premier Hideki Tojo and six warlords were executed at midnight and cremated. Witness Shinsho Hanyama described their calm expressions as US soldiers scattered ashes in seven jeeps across different sites. The priest and official accounts noted their courage as the cremation occurred eight hours later at Yokohama, with ashes placed in small boxes for potential nationalist uses.
Federal agents seized drugs and a car following a conference with prosecuting attorney James H W Pilkinton and Sheriff Claud Sutton. A 40 year old Dallas man linked to the case faced charges of burglary and other offenses. The report notes chaotic details and unclear phrases from the damaged source, but confirms drug and vehicle seizure and involvement of local and federal agencies.
Australia demanded the Netherlands be expelled from the United Nations unless it halts its attack on Indonesia. Soviet and Chinese delegates backed immediate Dutch withdrawal and urged a council resolution to order forces back to pre invasion positions. The US resolution calls for an immediate halt to fighting and Dutch withdrawal to pre conflict lines.
Cornelius residents earned honors in a Christmas display contest with first prize of 25 dollars to Mr. and Mrs. Terrell. Grady Williams and Franklin McLarty couples won second and third for 15 and 10 dollars. Other homes considered were those of George Newhern Tom McLarty and M S Bates. Prize money was donated by the City of Hope with the Garden Clubs in charge.
Hot Springs AP Gov Sid McMath announced plans to add appointments to his administration on Saturdays. He did not name positions but a new shaman of the board of review was expected. He met with State Sen Clyde Byrd and Lee Roy Beast, who will influence fiscal matters. Byrd noted talks included possible reenactment of the state property tax to boost school revenue and revisions to the revenue stabilization act to be announced after Jan 1.
Washington reports a three member subcommittee recommends raising the president's salary from 75 000 to 100 000 annually plus a 50 000 boost to the tax deduction expense account. If approved by Congress, Truman's total would rise to 180 000 including travel and entertainment allowances. He begins a new term January 29.
Fragmentary World War I memoir notes describe a tense Tunisian ridge encounter. The narrator recalls German and American fire, a wounded comrade, and a cautious climb to better vantage points. The scene conveys danger, speed, and the strain of close combat in a stifling winter frontline.
Washington reports the House Un American Activities Committee placed a Red tag on ten CIO union officers while detailing alleged Communist influence in unions. The panel cites leaders such as Harvey Bridges, Ben Guld, Abrant Flaxer, and Donald Menstekson and warns unions like the United Electrical, Workers of America and Longshoremen face purge pressures. It also lists 43 organizations and warns of potential strikes, production stoppages, and impacts on war materials if communists gain control.
Police and detectives hunt for a witness after the death plunge of Laurence Duggan. Authorities say no foul play is suspected and a private funeral service for Ang han was planned. Investigators focus on whether Duggan jumped or was pushed from his office window amid related political probes.
Ling Blatt, December 23 44 details a nonstandard Christmas tale. An unidentified person fired on a flock in Oaklind park, killing three birds and wounding another, prompting a $25 reward offered by the park commission for information leading to the killer’s arrest. caretaker J T Bearden expressed personal distress and commitment to the investigation.
Murdoch Winton, a 61 year old farmer, remains at large after four relatives were found slain at the Hinton home in Lucedale Mississippi. Police in nearby Moultrie Alabama questioned five people as bloodhounds tracked the suspect through swampland along the Pascagoula river. Gloria Hinton, 18, and Mrs. Hinton plus two month old infant Jury Hinton were among the victims. Sheriff J N Nelson was killed when investigating the scene. Continuous family trouble was suspected as motive.
A garbled public safety notice warns readers to stay cautious during holidays as Arkansas reports rising traffic and pedestrian fatalities. The year’s toll includes crashes, with drivers and pedestrians among the victims, signaling urgent caution for winter celebrations.
Settlement ends a threat of a Christmas strike by Southwestern Bell Telephone Company employes in five states. The 50,606 CWA members will receive 2 to 8 dollar weekly raises for an average gain of 42 cents, at a total cost to the company of 11.5 million dollars. The one year contract restores seniority rights and credits lost during a previous six week strike, with wage increases retroactive to December 1. Governors and mayors were warned of possible walkouts as talks moved toward a settlement.
Athens Girecee Dec. 23 US searchers said a Czech Asian oak plane with 24 persons aboard disappeared late Friday night on a flight toward Palestine and was spotted wrecked on a hillside in the Taytitles mountains five miles northeast of Halami. Captain Arthur G. Ray led the air search unit as efforts continued to reach the wreck with amphibian craft. Josef Hubacek, chief of Czech airlines operations, said five Brazilians, three Czechs and two West Palestinian passengers were aboard. the DC3 was en route from Rome.
Pfc Wardlaw will be laid to rest at Blevins Methodist Church and cemetery on Sunday December 26. The service will be at 2 PM, with local relatives and two brothers in attendance. Survivors include Myron and several sisters. arrangements are handled by the family and local funeral home.
A minor vehicle collision occurred when driver Harry R. Dougle veered into a roadside area and sideswiped another vehicle. The incident caused light to moderate damage to the rear and side panels and required vehicle repositioning at the scene.
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