North Little Rock mayor says he received threats
Mayor elect William Casey Laman says anonymous calls warned of action against the Police Department as he prepared to assume office. He noted threats to lay off police and said his wife was upset. Police Chief Campbell announced retirement after 30 years, while officers guarded the mayor’s home.
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Department Store Sales Report Varied Across District
In St. Louis the Klebth Federal Reserve District said last week department store sales were roughly unchanged from the prior year, while Memphis showed declines of about seven percent. Smaller districts also posted mixed results with weaker activity in some cities.
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Storms Diminish Across East as Rain Pushes North
Storms lessen in most eastern sections while wet and windy conditions persist in the Northwest and Midwest. Colder air spreads from the Mississippi Valley to the Atlantic as skies clear in southern states. northeast rainfall tapers though New England remains damp with 1 to 2 inches observed. Snow advisories appear in the colder air from the Ohio Valley into Pennsylvania and New York mountains.
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Spanish Train Wreck Leaves Three Dead
REUS Spain The Madrid Barcelona Express derailed near this northeast city today killing 3 persons and injuring 130. Twelve of the injured were reported in serious condition. The accident was blamed on a broken rail as a sleeping car and a passenger car rolled down a 36 foot embankment.
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Soviet disarmament bids spur Western response
Pravda challenges the West to accept Soviet proposals on banning weapon manufacture and tests and cutting forces in Europe. The State Department studies the bids as Moscow radio praises the idea yet accuses Washington of burying talks proposed December 19 at NATO summit.
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Leap Year Calendar Adjustment Explained
Leap years were added to align the calendar year with the solar year, the period needed for Earth to orbit the sun once. This keeps dates in sync with seasons over long spans.
Now Is Time of Year Man Broods About Being Good
HAL BOYLE reflects on the New Year mood as men brood over sin and self improvement while women pursue cosmetic fixes. He notes men feel their bad impulses surging after months of restraint and the drive for self approval dominates resolutions, with the gaggle of social pressures spilling into the new year.
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Russia Offers Loans to Asia and Africa Group
Report from a nongovernmental conference quotes a Russian delegation offering large scale loans and economic aid to Asian and African nations and colonies. Delegates from about 60 countries discuss nationalization patterns and seek Soviet backing for projects while pledging to consider economic help if requested.
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Farmers Review Past Year for Planned Farm Year
Hempstead County families prepare for next year by analyzing current year results with W. M. Sparks, County Supervisor of the Farmers Home Administration. The program guides families in keeping simple farm and home records, assessing income costs and debt, and correcting practices to improve plans for the coming year. About 24 families will participate in January meetings to review progress, successes, and mistakes and adjust livestock crop plans accordingly.
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Final Rites For John Barrow At St Paul Today
John Barrow a former Hempstead resident died yesterday at Memphis Hospital. Survivors include his son Dr John Barrow of Helena. Funeral services will be held at 3 30 p m at St Paul Cemetery with burial at Ozan.
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They Got Out of Jail Not for Long
On Christmas Day Municipal Judge Marty Robison refused seven men charged with drunkenness. Yesterday five of the seven were back in jail charged with further drunkenness and related offenses.
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Ike May Get Sum to Exploit Missile Field
New York dispatch reports the administration plans a special 500 million delay fund to exploit missile field breakthroughs. The move is framed as quick, reserve financed, and could boost next fiscal year spending to around 74 billion dollars, reshaping defense budgets amid Korea War echoes.
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Coeds Exposed to Rabid Dog Bite Seven Students
Lakeland Florida reports seven students at Southern College bitten by a stray puppy. Letters warn 2060 students of possible exposure as the dog’s rabies status is confirmed. The bitten include Sheila Bryant Abs alanta Patricia Laden Teneneck Jackie Sierra Judy Ann Perebonong Lalo Barbara Hopson. The animal was kept at the Alpha Omega Pi house where it was first brought to the university.
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Ex Reds Can Hold Union Offices
DETROIT The United Auto Workers Public Review Board ruled former Communists can hold UAW offices. The decision upholds findings by internal tribunals in cases involving five Dytrall area officials and five Chicago based international representatives who testified before the Senate Internal Security subcommittee. The board says the conclusions align with an administrative letter from UAW President Walter P. Reuther and AFL-CIO ethical practices guidelines.
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Reverses Lower Court Ruling of February Merne Reverses Lower Court Ruling
The Appeals Court reversed a lower court ruling affecting Dallas, Texas. Justice Richard Rives commented on the decision, noting the court’s belief remains but the earlier ruling stands in question as continued coverage suggests further pages.
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Truman Encourages Unity and Stirs Public Action
President Truman urged Americans to repair differences with allies and unite against global threats. He cited education as key to solving conflict, praised James Killian as a capable aide, and warned that patience with Soviet breaches could lead to war. He also noted Middle East concerns and pressed for decisive public engagement.
Accused Judge to Answer on TV Fixes Cases in Court
Judge Raulsto Schoolfield said he will answer statements tonight on WDEF TV about paying $26,000 to fix criminal cases. Witnesses testified before a Washington committee. Schoolfield ignored the invitation to testify and has declined further public discussion. He is a candidate for the Democratic nomination for governor and said the TV appearance would address a matter of principle affecting all Americans beyond his own case.
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National Geographic Aids Excavation on Santa Rosa Island
The National Geographic Society helps dig caves on Santa Rosa Island California where discoveries suggest human presence about 29 650 years ago. Excavations near Santa Barbara indicate man lived on the island over 97 000 years ago.
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Arkansas fishing license rules raise costs for all ages
Gane and Fish Commission warns that from December 3 all anglers 16 and older must buy licenses with no exemptions. Prices rise by 1.00, licenses reaching 4.50 for the new year. Auto license plates will also cost more in January.
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Weather Summary from Station Report and Regional Forecast
Weather station report covers 44 hours ending Friday morning with low 37, December precipitation 2.50 inches. Regional forecast includes Texas Arkansas Missouri Iowa Nebraska Minnesota and surrounding areas predicting thunderstorms, gusty winds, cooler nights, and mixed skies. Highs in 60s to 40s range, lows 19 to 45, with showers and cooler air spreading westward tonight and Saturday.
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