22 Feb 1947
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1947
Page
1
The writer challenges William Feather’s view that inventions freed women from labor and spurred public engagement. He recalls sewing machines and labor-saving devices, noting domestic servants’ decline and housework fatigue as a counterpoint to claims of increased leisure for women.
In Bridgeport Connecticut the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers Local had its charter revoked by the national executive board expelling 27 members as Communist activity. The action clashes with the union’s own anti-discrimination and democratic procedures and signals wider turmoil within CIO ranks as pro and anti-Communist factions clash over leadership and policy.
Little Rock High School Tigers secured the 16 team conference crown with a 44 to 25 victory over Pine Bluff. Their only loss to an Arkansas rival came early this season against non conference Van Buren. They head to the AAA state tournament next month as favorites.
Wilma Nichols, a 24-year-old war veteran, was acquitted by a circuit court jury yesterday of a first degree murder charge. Nichols had been accused of killing Floyd Haven, his partner in a minnow business, and pleaded self defense.
The U S Pacific Fleet, declared fully operative, starts postwar full dress maneuvers led by Adm John H Towers. Task Force 38 with carriers Princeton Tarawa assembles at Kwajalein and Boxer leading first units sail from west coast toward a simulated Pearl Harbor attack around March 10.
United Nations Security Council set to consider on the appointed Wednesday Americas plan to place Japanese mandataed islands in the Pacific under a U N strategic trusteeship. The 623 islands Marshalls Carolines and Marianas would be US administered and fortified though the US says it will keep the chain for security. The four powers near naming a governor for Trieste while candidates from five small countries are listed as possibilities. None have been notified and no deadline exists for selection.
The Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission fixed field rules for Spirit Lake and Lewisville West in Lafayette and Ouachita counties after an all day hearing. Forty acre spacing becomes permanent for the lake field with ten acre wells limited to half the per acre allowances. twenty acre spacing is set for the east west patterins with 330 feet from the property line. The daily per well allowance is 200 barrels in the midway field starting March 1. Casing cement amounts reduced to 500 sacks. Exceptions granted for two drillings H F Briley estate B-1 in 16 16 24 and T W Lee H W Hogg number two in 25 15 19.
America's first prohibition monument, a marble temple at Bremo on the James River, was built in 1831 over a spring of pure water to honor the sons of temperance.
Sen Robert A Taft leads a bipartisan push to reduce Truman era spending. He backs a 25 percent cut in public works and favors lowering Army Navy military outlays by 1.1 billion while limiting highway and other department appropriations. House approved a 6 billion cut, but Senate debate continues with security concerns cited by critics.
Governor Jim McCord signed the act outlawing the closed shop in Tennessee. It becomes effective immediately but does not affect existing contracts. The measure makes it illegal to deny employment due to union membership or non membership.
Arkansas Attorney General Guy E. Williams ruled that municipal candidate eligibility follows 1920 amendment eight residency terms, 12 months in state, 6 months in county, 1 month in ward. Sidney S. McMath asked about Earl Ricks's candidacy amid veteran bloc backing in Garland County.
Evelyn West announced plans to insure her bust for 100000 with Lloyds of London after claiming four pounds per 100 pounds. The self described “hubba hubba girl” from Kentucky and Illinois said she aims to be a dramatic actress like Mae West and protect her silhouette for future roles.
North Miami Florida February 22. Captain Roman Proske, renowned wild animal trainer, describes his methods with tigers and lions and a unique act handling meat between three tigers. He recounts his Vienna youth, a tiger farm in North Miami, and views on trainer safety and animal behavior.
The United States accepted a 1947 sugar division by the International Emergency Food Council. The move raises per capita sugar supply to about 90 pounds, with consumers receiving 35 pounds via ration stamps and 5 pounds through foods and beverages. Allocation covers 24 importing nations, with U.S., Canada, and Britain set at roughly 90 percent of prewar usage.
Across England snow drifts halted coal trains and blocked villages from Canterbury to Mundesley. London faced 25 degree nights as 300 customers at a coal depot sought frozen supply while rail unions urged a weekend drive to clear delayed trains and keep coal moving.
The natural bridge in Virginia was once used as a shot tower with molten lead poured from above and the cooled pellets retrieved from the stream below.
The piece argues Britain will withdraw June 1 1948 and hand governance to Indians. It notes two halves of India British India and native states, a provisional New Delhi government, and possible federation. Mountbatten is praised as viceroy hopeful to win princes’ cooperation.
The U S government orders a narcotics ban on Cuba as long as Salvatore Lucky Luciano remains there. Officials say narcotics sent to Cuba for medical use could be diverted to Luciano and his allies, warning Havana to remove the ex gambler and dope peddler from its shores.
Arkansas State Police officials propose raising the driver license fee to $1 to fund 25 new officers and two sergeants. The plan, aimed at a 24 hour trunk highway patrol, would add two new night shift teams starting 10 p.m. and ending 7 a.m. Set J. H. Porterfield stated the district would gain two additional patrolmen for the night shift.
President Truman urged Congress to approve 350 million dollars in relief funds for liberated countries abroad. He noted UNRRA will wind down by March 31, with ongoing activities beyond that date. He advocated direct US relief under American control for future aid.
Hempstead County War Memorial Fund awaits only a few dollars to meet its target, announced Chairman Ed Morris. Donations listed include multiple individuals and small groups such as Mr. and Mrs. Olin Purtell, Miss Lacey Martin, the Snyker Hotel, and local businesses, with totals ranging from 0.75 to 20.00 and a running total not shown.
A historic East Coast blizzard dumped heavy snow from the Carolinas to Maine, causing at least 45 deaths. Winds and drifting snow disrupted traffic, airports, and industry while halting schooling and delaying trains. Hospitals and emergency crews aided snowbound residents as the storm subsided.
National Labor Relations Board regional district in New Orleans reports the Basket Co plant election resulted in 205 votes cast with 177 for the union and 28 against. The union is linked to International Brotherhood of Teamsters and United Farm Workers affiliates. Officers elected include President James O Ao, Vice President J W Shirley, Secretary Thomas Jr, and others.
Fayetteville February 21 University of Arkansas officials warned that adding a dental school could force funds away from hospital operations. A joint legislative committee studied state needs for medical and veterinary education, noting potential losses to the medical school without adequate support.
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