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Newspaper

Hope Star

Location

Hope, Arkansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1949

Page

5

Dr Pink B Carri gan remembered as Hempstead native

Obituary honors Dr Pink B Carri gan a Hempstead County native praised for charity and medical service in Tampico Mexico and for promoting wildlife study and local naturalists. Anecdotes recounting fox hounds in a city park reflect his lively public life and lasting community impact. The column also weighs Governor McMath tax proposals, noting tensions between income tax credits and use tax plans aimed at fairness and revenue.

Pink B. Carrigan Hempstead County Tampico Mexico Pink St. Louis Whair Park Mr. Fox South Elm Street South Main Street Hope

Wallace Labels Peace Pact a Mad Course and Bankruptcy Risk

Washington February 23 Henry A Wallace says the Marshall plan and North Atlantic defense push the nation toward bankruptcy in war cries. He proposes the United States abandon the cold war and bargain with Russia at the conference table as a peaceful alternative. Wallace, now head of the Progressive party, critics European Recovery Program and predicts the Atlantic alliance and arms lendlease will fail. He warns the defense pact commits the US to a two world policy of conflict and may cost 20 to 30 billion dollars. He urges negotiation between nations and urges peace through concessions.

Washington Menry Wallace America United States Russia Progressive Party Truman House Foreign Affairs Committee Bel North Atlantic Alliance Congress Europe Soviet Union

Babson predicts slow recession bottoming in 1952 or 1953

Economist Roger Babson foresees a gradual downturn that won’t hit bottom until 1952 or 1953. He cites clogged supply lines, rising unemployment and a shrinking savings pool as drivers, but expects no sudden crash. He says legislation can shape the decline and notes new inventions and welfare policies may extend lifespans while jobs and profits require more effort.

Roger Babson Wellesley Hill Masq Isaac Newton Washington Busines Os Undertakers

Liquid Death Spray Secret Reported by U S Officer

Mountain View California February 23 an American officer said Russia may possess a Nazi developed liquid nerve agent Tabun capable of wiping out divisions. German scientists who created it were in Berlin when Russians took over. Tabun is a lethal nerve poison with a fruity odor and long persistence. an analyst said Russia might not pursue manufacturing it, while U S forces destroyed stockpiles in Bavaria and shipped some to Aberdeen.

Mountain View Calif Russia Germany James M. Graham Berlin Graham Grubans Chambery of Commerce San Jose Aberdeen May

Hendrix College Varsity Band to Perform at Hope High School

Specialist Bradford Govan Conway announces a Feb 21 program at Hope High School featuring classics, popular pieces, and novelty selections. Hendrix College Varsity Band, a 40 member ensemble under Ashley R. Coffman, travels four days on 14 concerts. Drums Major Bradford Govan of Marianna will perform baton twirling, formerly with the Washington Redskins band. Pe area guests gather in Hope homes Thursday before a Texarkana trip Friday.

Bradford Govan Conway Hope High School Plairsday Hendrix College Conway Sill Ashley R. Coffgnan Hendrix Brandford Govan Marianna Hope Washington Redsh Professions Suests Hope Homes Texarkana

Companion of Murdered Man Sought

New Orleans police hunted a powerfully built middle aged man reported as a drinking companion of wealthy James A. Mahoney a Bristol Va businessman found murdered in a prominent French quarter hotel. The killer’s target was Mahoney who planned a trip to Central America. investigators created an artist’s rendering of the suspect and searched bars and clubs for sightings.

New Orleans James A. Mahoney Bristol Mahoney Pali¢e Thar Manohey Police Maroney John L. Jackson Jackson Mahaney Virginia Joh Mahony Central America Yucatan At Montelepre Ceetives

Coal Strike Would Be Very Serious, Moody Warns

Washington February 28 a coal mine operators spokesman told Congress a 30 to 50 day strike would put the nation in a very serious situation Joseph E Moody president of the Southern Coal Producers association testified as hearings on the administration labor bill neared an end He urged keeping Taft Hartley court order provisions to avert emergency strikes noting a 40 to 50 day coal stockpile and arguing the need for honest bargaining over injunctions while Moody said a stoppage could recur if safeguards were removed

Washington Congress Joseph E. Moody Southern Coal Producers Association Senate Labor Committee Moody Fte James W. Haley Consel National Coal Association Maddy Donnell R-Me Tobin John L. Lewis Senator Morse Lewis xxx Morse Idoody Ata Mot

Bandleader's Wife Burned In Toluca Lake Fire

Mrs. Jimmy Dorsey, 39, wife of band leader, suffered severe burns when a blaze destroyed the Toluca Lake mansion. In later hospital reports her condition was not considered serious, allowing Dorsey to continue his southern tour without canceling contracts.

Burbank Calif Jimmy Darsey St. Joseph's Hospital Toluca Lake Dorsey

Grand Jury Gets Case Against Jewel Thief

White Plains N Y February 3 0 M Westchester county authorities presented to the grand jury the alleged forays of Gerard G Dennis who is said to have looted homes of more than 600000 worth of jewels and gems across the country District Attorney George M Fandl said he would ask for indictments for first degree assault and first degree robbery The assault charge stems from the October 1946 shooting of Marshall E Tulloch and his wife when they surprised Dennis in a 9000 robbery at their New Rochelle home Dennis a 21 year old Canadian was arrested a week ago in Cleveland with 16000 in unset diamonds and 1400 in cash in his possession

White Plains Westchester County Gerard G. Dennis George M Fandlé Dennis Marshall E. Tulloch Tulloch Hochelle Cleveland

Four Arrested as 44 Gallons of Moonshine Seized

Loyal officers seized 44 gallons of moonshine liquor and arrested four men in raids last night. The liquor was stashed on 16th Street and was in the process of being delivered a few gallons at a time when officers closed in. Sid Williams, Herman Lester, William Roston, and Frank Phillips were named in the raid with varying charges and statuses as investigations continued.

16Th Street Sid. Williams Herman Lester William Roston Frank Phillips

Merchants Offer Values to Shoppers in Hope

Hope merchants launch a value day campaign inviting residents to shop locally for low prices. The event, starting Friday, features dollar day values on various useful items, as advertised in the Star. The campaign marks the second in a series to boost shopping in Hope and the surrounding area.

Hope Svennipalen

Boy Pushes Girl Into River Denies Act

Harrisburg police report a 10 year old boy pushed five year old Sharol Zimmerman into the Susquehanna River then struck her with a brick and stones as she struggled. She is hospitalized for shock and head injuries. The boy, held by parents in juvenile custody, denies involvement.

Harrisburg Ozcar L. Bough Sharol Zimmerman Harrisburg Hospital Brough Plough

Muscle Eyes and the Gambling Mouse Tale

A sensational serialized tale follows a hypnotic mouse named Muscle Eyes in a Miami hotel who fixes races and games for a powerful gambling syndicate. After rising fortunes, the creature succumbs to liquor and violence, threatening his own reign as readers are teased with the next installment.

Both Parties Object to 3 Senator Plan

Topeka Kans Feb 23 A plan to give each state three U S senators drew swift opposition from Republicans and Democrats. Sen J Howard McGrath said he would push the idea in Congress this session to speed legislation and balance representation. Senators Morse McKellar Edwin Johnson and Ferguson offered skeptical remarks while McGrath argued three senators would ease committee load and ensure states are recorded on major issues.

Topeka Kas U. S Republiican Democrats J. Howard McGrath DRI McGrath Democratic National Committee Washington Kansas Congress Morse R-Ore McKellard D-Tenn Senate House of Representatives Edwin C. Johnson Dcolo Ferguson R-Mich ODF Kansas City

Truman and Pearson in New Row

President Truman and columnist Drew Pearson clashed over remarks on cabinet and staff loyalty. Pearson criticized Vaughan for accepting an Argentine decoration, while Truman defended his aides.

Merriman Smith Washington Truman Drew Pearson Harry H. Vaughan Pearson Vaughan American Broadcasting Company Trumah F Pearson James Vvesta Treasury John W. Snyder

Kiwanis Minstrel Set For March 24 25

Kiwanis Minstrel is scheduled for March 24 and 25. Mrs Mitchell Sparks was the principal speaker at a George Washington Birthday program yesterday during the Kiwanis Club meeting. The event was arranged by B E McMahon. Guests included Cy Forsythe and Cy Gilbert. AW Dean of the University of Arkansas ment al school attended.

Mitchell Sparks George Washingons Kiwanis Club B. Ee, McMahon Kiwanis Ele Cy Forsythe Cy. Gilbert AW University of Arkinsis Menteal Sehoe

Be Ready to Combat Us

The Associated Press reports Russia’s armed forces chief orders perpetual combat readiness against the United States on the first anniversary of the Red Army. Soviet leaders warn of US aggression while professing a quest for lasting peace, with echoes in satellites and recalls of Middle East armistice news as regional conflicts and internal political turmoil unfold across Asia and Europe.

Associated Press Russia United States Nikolai Gulganin Red Army Pland Red Country Egypt Israel Negev Desert Palestine Middle East United Nations China Sun Fo Canton Peiping Finnand Karl A. Pagearhalm Tanmerg Fieir Hove Moibows Slovakia Geneva Diasef Cardinal Mindszenty Hungary Bulgaria Romania Hengary Poland Czechoslovakia Yugoslavia

Marriage Exam Bill Defeated in Legislature

Sitle Rock Feb 23 A bill requiring couples to undergo physical examinations before remarriage was defeated in the Arkansas legislature. The proposal has recurred for over a decade, facing strong opposition and noisy debate. A second roll call showed 47-30 in favor, but a clincher motion preventing reconsideration passed 44-35 after objections over an absent representative. The house previously passed budgets for the revenue and health departments, the cancer commission, and McRae Booneville Tuberculosis sanitorium. A separate measure to move municipal elections to November was defeated. The body also considered a gas tax proposal and a plan to reduce vehicle license fees, along with a tax credit elimination measure for federal income tax payments.

Sitle Rock Ben Arkansas Senate House Revenue Department Heaglth Department Cancer Commission McRae and Booneville C. Willis Arkan County Willis McMinth

Berlin party details amid Western military talks

In Berlin on February 23 a Western allied reception involved Soviet tensions as Western leaders and commanders attended a ceremony. The Soviet press questioned the mission while Yugoslav and Tito tensions influenced the event. Airlifted supplies and a Russian blockade loomed over proceedings as Western officials reinforced the Karlshorst arrangements amid the ongoing four power talks.

Berlin Wester Sponse Saiol Germ Jhece Blalloneds Karls Germany Tsitns Gowers Themo Shal Tito Tech

Bill to curb weapons possession and irrigation funding debate

The Senate considered a bill banning possession of military grade weapons with penalties up to ten dollars, noting deaths from accidental explosions in Kansas. A separate bill would authorize federal contracts to finance irrigation in Grand Prairie area and Arkansas counties. The chamber also passed a water pollution commission proposal and various pension, tax, and civil service measures while a plan to buy 36 voting machines faced changes.

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Postal Group Holds District Meeting Here

A district meeting of the Nation Federation of Postal Clerks was held here yesterday with 76 in attendance. The session closed with a dinner after business discussions. Special guests included First Vice-President and several state and local leaders from Oklahoma City Ft Worth Ft Smith and Little Rock.

Federation of Postal Clerks Hollow Sion Nuuse al Group Oklahoma City Shamburger Nate Women's Auxiliary Ft Texas Ft. Smith Arkansas Little Rock Lie B. _ Broup-al

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