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Newspaper

Hope Star

Location

Hope, Arkansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1957

Page

5

Israel to reply promptly on US plan for Gaza Strip withdrawal

Washington sought a quick Israeli reply to a US compromise on ending the Gaza Strip standstill. Secretary Dulles presented the plan to Abba Eban with a request for prompt response. The accord would back free navigation in the Gulf of Aqaba and support action to defend Israel from future Egyptian attacks.

Jerusalem Forlen Ministry Gu. S Israel Gaza General Assembly Dag Wammarskjold John M. Hightower Washington Unified States Isreli Inmeli Abba Eban Yeserdoy Dules United States Vigatian Gulf of Aqaba United Allons Gaza Strip Vyernel Hgypt Gulf of Aqaba Avenue Red Sea Gaza Srip

Highway 53 Extension Meeting Planned February 13

A group seeks to extend Highway 53 to Highway 82 South with a Wednesday evening meeting at Bodean School. T. J. Silvey chairs the committee and invites representatives from Prescott, Dean, Falcon, Buckner, Stamps, Pittsville, Magnolia. The road serves 207,000 broilers, 15,000 hens, oil wells, 350 farm families, and links highways 87 and 82.

T. J. Silvey Bodean School Prescott Dean Falcon Buckner Stamps Pittsville Magnolia Rodean

Aviation Service Suit Involving Little Rock Operator

Kenneth Starnes, operator of a Little Rock aviation service, faces a $170 000 suit tied to a Russellville crash last year that killed veteran pilot Rex Pierge Hayes. Maj. Douglas Shelton of Little Rock filed the suit January 25 in Pulaski Circuit Court, alleging Hayes was careless and that Starnes was negligent in allowing him to pilot the plane. Starnes moved to have the plaintiff clarified in an amended complaint, seeking to divert or narrow charges that referenced Hayes or Starnes directly.

Little Rock Kenneth Starnes Hint Russellyne Maj. Douglas Shelton Pulaski Russellville Rex Pierge Hayes Starnes Hayes

Memphis mother saves children at railroad crossing

Mrs. Frankie Young halted her car amid heavy traffic straddling a railroad track. Four trains approached as cars ahead stalled and those behind could not move. She and five children fled the vehicle before a train struck, tumbling the car 60 feet. A school bus and another car pushed through moments later. no one was hurt, and the sole bright note was that the vehicle had insurance.

Memphis Frankie Young Astradd Tran Bittet

How House Voted on PSC Probe

In Little Rock a special report shows the Arkansas House defeated a survey of the Arkansas Public Service Commission probe by roll call 47 to 38 with 1 absent. Rep Hardy Croxton led the effort listing 28 supporters from Bentely to Yarbrough and 30 opponents including Andrews Bethel and Gwin Hickman.

Little Rock Hardy Croxton Bento Feounly Arkansas Public Service Commission Bentey Gethen Branch Coates Cottrell Craxtot Field Kirk Ledbetter Putasisi Little Logan Mckhenon Moore Nance Gwin ‘Hickman Hinkle Howell Johnston Leake Ledbeter Faulkner Maddox Massey Mays McCallen McCracken Mellon Moody Morrow Mosley Mowery Nelson O'Daniel Puriee Philips Pamerey Robinson Radman Shaver Stagg Stewart Suler Thompson van Dalsem Weaver Webb Willis Crawford Drew Wolf Woods Austin Blackwell Clark Durrett Etheridge Holsensworth Howard Metcalf Rogers Ross Slack Starr Stiles Ood Walther

Lincoln Collection adds new items at Boston University

Boston University’s Chenery Library unveils three new Lincoln artifacts including a fragile early print of a Lincoln portrait with a wartime fatherhood angle, a photograph of Boston Corbett autographed after Booth’s assassination, and an 1864 autograph album sold at a town fair to aid wounded soldiers.

John BOSTON /fl Abraham Lincoln White House Walthurn Mass Boston University Lincoln University Chenery Library Boston Corbet Corbett John Wilkes Booth Melvin M. Johnson B. U. Law School Johnson

Texarkana liquor tax exemption under attack in Arkansas bill

A bill introduced by Rep. Paul Van Dalsem seeks to end Arkansas sales tax exemption for whisky beer and wine sold in Texarkana. Gov. Faubus notes a broader plan to remove partial exemptions across the state. Texarkana lawmakers warn removal would push residents to buy liquor across the Texas border and lose revenue.

Little. Rockm Texarkana House Paul van Dalsem Betty Cautty Texarkana Arkansas Hiden Texas Orval Faubus Faubus Fort Smith Oklahoma Arkansis Facubus Missouri Bowie County Tex Ark Sck Clark Louisiana Jose Clark Marshall

Faubus Signs Visiting Divorce Law In Arkansas

Gov. Orval Faubus signed a new visiting divorce law allowing state residents to obtain a divorce during a 90 day visit to Arkansas. The measure aims to curb quickie divorces while preserving existing laws. Faubus weighed a six month residence requirement but said the act would not weaken Arkansas divorce laws. Sens. Stafford and Smith sponsored the measure. He noted separate bills to strengthen segregation laws would still let districts integrate if they choose.

Little Rock Orval Faubus Arkansas Faubus Carl Furtiell Jefferson County Fred Hi. Stafford Marked Tree Charles F Rip) Smith West Memphis Foubus

Bottom Falls Out of Bahama Ghost Industry

In Andros Town Bahamas Constable Boyd, who runs a ghost rental and haunting service, faces an industry collapse as demand evaporates and workers fear low wages. The veteran officer, aging and steadfast, has long controlled ghostly labor here on Nassau’s largest Bahamian island, amid lingering beliefs in black magic and folklore. Contined on Page Six.

Hal Bryle Andros Bahamas Constable Boyd Elivoyy Uly eOie Boyd Peygor Anay Nassau Ganstable Boyd Axe

Bath House Vesseur Fees Question Stalled in House Committee

The Arkansas House Public Health Committee refused to recommend on two bills affecting bathhouse workers in Hot Springs. HB-113 by Rep. Tyler of Pulaski County would clarify massage registration and cut initial fees from 35 to 25 dollars and annual renewals from 7.40 to 5.00, while HB-270 by Rep. Ray Smith of Garland County was also reported out without recommendation.

Little Rock House Committee On Public Health Hot Springs Tyeler Pulast Ray Smith Garland County Tyler

Resolution seeks PSC data on Arkansas utility rates

The Arkansas House adopted a resolution directing the Public Service Commission to supply data on all electric and water utilities and the 10 largest telephone companies. Rep. Hardy W. Croston sought details on operating income rate of return capitalization and related figures for the latest 12 month period. The move faced procedural friction before approval. The House also backed Rep. Sterling Cockrill Jr.’s resolution praising the CIO Executive Council for opposing unions’ threatened expulsions.

Little Rock State Public Service Commission Arkansas Hardy W. Croston Boreton County P&c Croxton Meat FSC Craxton Alan Sterling R. Cockrill Jr Pulaski County Utional Atlcio Executive Council

Fugitive Turner Surrenders After Gun Battle Near Parsonage

Aziz Kingman reports escaping convict Charles E. Turner 34, from Leavenworth, surrendered to sheriffs officers after a blaze gun battle at a parsonage. He admitted kidnapping Joyce Hitchcock 17 of Helena Montana and possibly raping her while allegedly burglarizing multiple locations on a four state flight. Officer Stephen Smith chased Turner as they exchanged gunfire in Kingman.

Kingman Aziz Shariff Louise Freeland Charles E. Turner Rt. Leavenworth Federal Arizona Stephen Smmith Turner Singman Smith

Sinatra Tour to Prove Costly

Promoter Lee Gordon estimates the Sinatra three week tour of Australia and the Philippine Islands will cost in excess of 75000 dollars. Gordon and Hank Sanicola say Sinatra will cover all expenses. a rescheduled tour may be held later this year possibly in October after a siten in Hindlvau where tickets failed.

Holly Wood Frank Sinatra Lee Gordon Sinatra Australia Philippine Islands Gordon Hank Sanicola Hendlvau

Library Open House Highlighting County Library History

Open House Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. showcases Hempstead County Library evolution from a small donated collection to a modern brick building with about 23 000 books and 40 magazines. The countywide library system serves 735 square miles with branches in Blevins Fulton Washington and Ogle? Columbus.

Alvne Hempstead County Library To & Fing Bth and Elm State Board of Education J. A. Henry Arch Moore Hempstead County G. B. Cannon N ,P Earl. O'Neal B. W. Edwards D. F P. Weaver J. J. Liebling FE. Brown Syd ‘McMath Charles Reynerson James H. Jones Hope Mary Catts Washington Morgan Griffith Guernsey Norman Jones Springhil J. R. Meaders Blevins Hempstead Fulton Coglumbuis Yevest Hope Junior Chamber of Commerce

B and P W Club to Hear Attorney C V Nunn

The Hope Business and Professional Women's Club invites the public to a talk by attorney C V Nunn Jr paid by the club's Public Affairs Committee chaired by Mrs Jesse Brown. The meeting is set for Thursday February 16 with the committee in charge of the program.

Co. V. Nunn, Jr Hope Business and Professional Women's Club Jesse Brown

Toy Used to Hold Up Liquor Store

A man used a toy cap pistol to threaten a liquor store last night but narrowly escaped harm as the woman attendant shot at him and he fled. Police later arrested Raymond Tuck, 28, of Little Rock after tracking a yellow truck matching a description. Officers recovered a cap pistol in the vehicle.

Raymond Tuck Little Roepk Larabien Itv

Sunday Store Sales Okayed by Senate

The Arkansas Senate approved a bill to let grocery stores operate on Sundays amid blue laws. The measure includes an amendment to exempt grocery stores from the Sunday restriction, while service stations would also be allowed to open. Debate reflected views that some businesses should be treated separately. a final House action on the bill is pending. A $62,100 appropriation for the Publicity and Parks Commission was approved.

Litt Rock Arkans Sas Senate House Arte Gregory Little Rock Sen Shorrell Gathright Pine Bluff Gregory Senate Publicity and Parks Commission

Fire Destroys Waldron Lumber Co Plant

Fire roared through Waldron Lumber Co early this morning damaging the facility and causing about 1 in losses. Owner Mr Works estimated the cost at 1000 and said seven employees would be left out of work. The blaze, fought by Waldron’s volunteer department, was contained but not fully extinguished. A 2000 gallon butane tank exploded nearby, with no injuries reported as authorities investigate a possible wiring fault. Insurance will cover most of the damage.

Waldron Waldron Lumber Co Works Anw- Dil Walt Vealunieer Arkansas Spowind Aamir Dati Aaichil Caver Park

Life Termers Get Sentences Cut by Faubus

Gov. Orval Faubus commuted and furloughed several life termers yesterday. Norris, jailed since 1960 for kidnapping and robbery, had his sentence cut from life to years. Other convicts, including Charles Payne and Gerald Ainsworth, saw reduced terms as part of the clemency actions affecting multiple Arkansas cases.

Faubus Orval Jesubus Terral Norris Oklahoma Norrin Howate Terri Arkasas Walt Arkansas Charles Payne Vonvie Gray Winslow Goud Gerald Ainsworth Craighead County Lake City Payne Ainsworth

Three Candidates Seek Hore District 1A School Board

Three filings for Hore District 1A school board seats are listed for the March 16 election. Mrs Frank King seeks Post 3 held by Clit Bridgers who won’t run again. Sam McGill seeks re election to Post 3. Dick Watkins, appointed for the unexpired term of Syvelle Burke, seeks a full three year term. Petitions require 20 electors’ signatures and must be filed with the county election secretary at least 20 days before March 16.

Hore District Frank King Clit Bridgers Sam McGill Dick Watkins Syvelle Burke Schooal County Board of Election

All Around Town Highlights Church to Auto Firm Notes

In a church conference on February 10, First Baptist Church reluctantly accepted Rev. Whitlow's resignation and thanked Rev. Whitely for service. Rev. Whitten left to become pastor at Firms Baptist Church of Arkadelphia. Thomas Barber and Charles Harrel win agency prizes in a firm contest. Mike Kelly at Scott White Clinic is improving. A meeting is called for Little Pony and Big League baseball sponsors in Hope City Hall. Grover C. Fisher, USN, arrived in Long Beach after duty with Formosa Patrol Force, visiting Pearl Harbor Kaohsiung Formosa and other Pacific points.

Bagus Church A. Whitlow Whitley Whitten Firms Baptist Church of Arkadelphia Pram Corporation Thomas Barber Look Auto Co Charles Harrel Hope Auto Comepany Mr. Barbey Mr. Harrel Philco Charles Gough Parks and Recreation Supervision All Little Pony Hope City Hall Grover C. Fisher USN Long Beach Calif Samuel N. Moore Far East Formosa Pearl Harbor T. H Kaohsiung Mila P. ‘i Kure Japan

Russia Pushes Hands-off Policy in Middle East

Moscow proposes a six point plan to withdraw foreign troops, halt arms shipments, and end outside meddling. The Kremlin seeks no military commitments while urging peaceful settlement, with emphasis on Israeli withdrawal from Egyptian territory and compensation for Britain France and Israel.

Russia Middle East Moscow Shepllav Low jMiet Roalasia Ha Krenidin Siely i United States Badtala Jane Soviet Union Egypt Cairo Aloe Suez Canal Shepilov Britain Nea Henownes Near Haat Kremlin Wiesnhower

Baby Dies in Accidental Strangulation at Home

A six month old girl, Deborah Lasiter, died yesterday in an accidental strangulation. Coveney William H. Polk ruled death caused by accidental strangulation after the child's head wedged between the bars of a baby bed. Survivors include three brothers.

Vor Smit Deborah Lasiter Othel W. Lasiter Coveney William H. Polk

Arkansas Weather Summary From The Weather Station

The report notes unsettled conditions across Arkansas with partly cloudy to light rain in the southeast, cooler air in the northern portions, and temperatures generally in the 40s to 60s. Precipitation remains light to scattered, with a slight cooling trend toward Friday.

Xperiment Arkansas Associated Press

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