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Newspaper

Hope Star

Location

Hope, Arkansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1959

Page

4

Banquet Highlights Arkla Prize Banquet Plans

The Hope area chamber and Arkla cooperate on a February banquet featuring prize awards. Officials announced donor prizes to spotlight new industries in Hope, with production at the Ozark Village plant and 50 workers to be added as five models roll out. Local managers and bank sponsorships bolster community publicity for recent plant progress and job growth.

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Fragmented OCR Weather and Report Fragments

A garbled OCR text mixes weather terms with disjointed names and numbers. It references measurement units, dates, and possible locations, but the content is largely unreadable and lacks a coherent event or clear entities to anchor a news item.

New Type Home Policy Okayed by Arkansas Dept

LITTLE ROCK AP A new type package homeowners insurance policy was approved by the state Insurance Department. The policy could cut premiums up to 16 percent, with Insurance Commissioner Harvey Combs noting availability on Feb 29, 1906. Policyholders may keep existing coverage until expiration and may exchange policies at their option after Feb 29.

Little Rock State Insurance Department Harvey Combs Combs

Benson Names Nixon as His Presidential Candidate

Secretary of Agriculture Benson said Vice President Richard Nixon is his choice for the presidency, believing he would be a good president. Benson indicated he would not expect to stay in his Cabinet post if Nixon wins and aims to pursue other activities after eight years under Eisenhower. He spoke after returning from gall bladder surgery and noted the Town special election where John Kyhl won a House seat, saying Republicans can win with organization and voter turnout. He argued the Midwestern farm revolt story was exaggerated and that farmers care about peace and farm prices.

John Kyl

Murphy Crider 55 Emmet Dies in Little Rock Hospital

Murphy Crider 55 of Emmet died last night in a Little Rock hospital. A Hempstead native and World War II veteran, he belonged to Emmet Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife Mrs. Boylah Crider, three stepsons, three daughters, three brothers, and a sister. Funeral services will be held at a later date at the New Hope Baptist Church with burial in Oakcrest Cemetery.

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Directors of Farm Bureau Meet Monday

Hermstedt County Farm Bureau directors schedule meeting Monday at 7 pm in the county courthouse. The event follows an earlier planning session led by President Key and includes remarks on county services and forthcoming actions.

Farm Bureau Hermstedid Bureau Cograty Chait Des

Segregation Shifts to the Georgia House

ATLANTA AP The battle over racial segregation in Georgia moved to the Legislature as Judge Frank Hooper accepted the 9 grade plan for desegregation in principle with minor changes. The plan aims to desegregate slowly to keep schools open while Georgia lawmakers decide. Gov Vandiver and opposing lawmakers signaled support for segregation, and critics argued the plan is too vague and slow.

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Guest Speaker Sunday at Christian Church

Kenneth L. Teesurchy of Little Rock will be the guest speaker Sunday at the Christian Church. He will conduct a formal installation for the new pastor Rev. Cliffey Bull and preside over a rededication of the congregation and its leaders, with Ma Teegarden serving as secretary. The event marks Arkansas Christ in Churches and World Convention ties and includes a Sept. date.

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Boarder Kills His 81-Year-Old Landlord

An elderly landlord was found dead after a hostel dispute. Police described the event as a fatal incident with the boarder implicated. Investigators are reviewing records and interviewing neighbors for a full account.

Boarder

Widespread Snow Hits Far West and Northeast Areas

Snow covered the Far West and moved into the central plains and Northeast as New Year’s storms disrupted travel and power. Heavy totals in Utah and Texas regions, shipping and coastal flooding events reported, and thousands left without electricity amid a broad winter system. Disaster declarations followed in several towns with substantial property damage and evacuations.

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Oklahoma Seeks to Intervene in MOP Passenger Abandonment

Oklahoma officials ask the Interstate Commerce Commission to allow state entry in Missouri Pacific Railroad’s petition to abandon passenger service between Kansas City and Little Rock. They warn that ending the route would harm eastern Oklahoma towns and cities. Hearings set for Port Smith Arkansas and Cole foyville Kansas in January.

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Accidents Toll Figures For 1959 From Safety Council

The National Safety Council reported 1959 figures showing fatalities between 87,900 and 88,000 with about 9.4 million people suffering disabling injuries. The eleven month data anchored deaths around 89,000 and injuries near 1.45 million, with last year totals about 30,000 killed and 1.45 million injured.

Mmcago APT National Safety Council

Heart Attacks Big Killer in Arkansas

Arkansas health officials report heart disease as the leading killer in the state. The 95 death count reflects rising fatalities, with data indicating a surge in heart attack cases amid concerns over public health and awareness.

Big Killer Arkansas

Korea Denies Firing On Soviet Survey Vessel

A South Korean warship fired on an unarmed Soviet survey vessel off the North Korea coast. Seoul denies the attack, calling it Communist propaganda, and says Korean ships were in the area but not engaging the Soviet craft. The incident sparked denials and unclear retaliation threats as details remain disputed.

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General Ends 38 Years in Marines

Washington AP reports Gen. Rune dalphin McBate concluded 38 years of service in the Marine Corps at a retirement ceremony. The Distinguished Service Medal was presented by the commandant and attended at the Marine Barracks. Undersecretary of the Navy A. Barta presided, with Gen. Duch Shoup to receive honors on the next scheduled review.

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All Around Town Notable chaos hits Razorbacks at Houiston

The Arkansas Razorback cane team suffered several late injuries yesterday at Houiston during a chaotic conference event. Star performer Expersen's Pin Poster underwent emergency surgery while teammates and fans rallied. details remain unclear as organizers address the incident and prepare safety measures for upcoming events.

Arkansas Razorback Houiston

Emotional distress claim ruled out in fatal highway crash

Miss Daisy Bealy of Saline County had sought compensation after her father James Bealy was killed when a truck struck their car on a rural highway near Berton. Federal Judge Smith Henley ruled the distress claim for Bealy not compensable and tabled her grievance tied to the death. The incident occurred Aug 18 as Bealy watched the truck strike the rear of their vehicle. Other details remain unclear due to transcription errors in the source.

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Murphy and Amurex to Exchange Stock

A brief item notes a planned stock exchange between Murphy and Amurex, with details obscured in OCR garble. The entry mentions parties Murphy and Amurex and hints at a formal exchange or agreement regarding shares. No clear dates, locations, or figures are readable.

Murphy Amurex

Treasury aims to shrink national debt in next months

Washington reports Treasury plans to cut the national debt by billions through near term measures after a temporary debt ceiling deal. Officials say debt reductions hinge on maturities and spending controls, with projections showing a drop from about 291 billion dollars to about 265 billion by year end.

Washington Treasury Satie Wreasney

Midnight World to Greet Hopeful 1960s

The piece surveys a new frontier era where science and culture collide. It laments the rise of consumerism and the spread of modern medicine, while noting public unease about pollution and the unknowns of future progress. It highlights social shifts and the pace of change shaping postwar optimism and doubt.

Ex U S Officials Stay Out of Prison

Fragmented OCR text covers political figures and legal matters with references to ex US officials, court actions, and potential prosecutions. The garbled lines mention the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, names such as Gardenia Matthes and Connelly, plus various agencies and secretaries, but details are unclear.

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Morriston Secures Planning Funding

A local council in Morriston approved a planning funding package after months of negotiation. Officials cited strategic development aims and constrained budget as key factors guiding the allocation to the town’s upcoming projects.

Architect Thompson Dies at Little Rock

Charles J. Thompson IH a retired jeweler who designed the Little Rock post office and numerous public and private Arkansas buildings died yesterday at his home in Little Rock. He led disaster relief during the 1927 Arkansas flood, chaired the state Whining s under farmer Gov. Thuriagon, and designed the Federal Reserve Bank building in Fayetteville and the Washington County Courthouse at Mayetteville. Survivors include his wife, four daughters, and thirteen grandchildren.

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Gambling Charge Against Club Owner

A warrant was issued today for the arrest of a club owner named WS Bare, with deputies assigned to serve it near Late Rock. The Arkansas Department of Health is involved, and a hearing is expected at a Bulagey County facility.

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