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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1951
Page
3
In yesterday's legislative note the House committee criticized Arkansas welfare lead cards as double those of peers and urged six cuts to deter free riders. Proposed measures include liens on concealed resources, property transfers to become eligible, and stricter income checks to protect taxpayers and honest beneficiaries.
Ten defendants pleaded guilty in federal court as the May term opens with criminal docket. Eleven others pleaded not guilty and trials set for May 14 with sentences on May 16 as Judge Harry J. Lemley presides.
Hempstead county schedules a series of community meetings from February 26 to March 20 to discuss the 1951 Agricultural Conservation Program the Federal Crop Insurance Program and related programs for farmers. Locations include Washington Gymnasium Spring Hill Shover Springs Guernsey DeAnn Columbus Bingen Sweet Home Belton Saratoga Friendship Liberty Baird’s Chapel St Paul Fulton Odom’s Blevins and Patmos with sessions at 7 p m on respective dates.
In a federal court proceeding in Texarkana yesterday three attorneys were admitted to the federal bar. The group included Charles A. Armitage of Hope Basil K. H. Munn of Prescott and Lera Bowlette of see, presented by Bert B. Lerey.
Three Hope high school students Jean Shields J G Barwin and Jamies Russell were chosen for the All State Band to be hosted by Henderson State Teachers College March 4 9 and 10 The 95 member ensemble will be directed by Dr Alvin R Fidgar of Iowa State College The three day event includes registrations rehearsals clinics a dress rehearsal a banquet and a final concert at Arkansas Hall Hendersons Auditorium on Saturday night March 10.
Members of the local Key Club left this morning for a two day statewide convention at Fort Smith. They were accompanied by Mr. Martin and Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Young Jr. Attending were Bobby Ross Billy Gunter Charles Crumpler William Martin Gordon Beasley Verdon Kennedy Buddy Wilson Jerry Bowden Johnny Pate Jimmy Campion Nolan Stanford and Wayne England.
A special program at Unity Baptist Church on South Elm Street features "The Sin of Slander" as the main event. The hearers are invited to attend the Sunday program in the church auditorium at 6:00 p.m. local time.
George Peck and Vinson Foster of Hope Arkansas arrive in Washington to learn if the Army will use the Hope Proving Grounds. They will raise the issue with the Army Ordnance Division after purchasing the area and buildings post World War II to plan accordingly.
Washington reports the United States is negotiating for an actual nuclear powered aircraft engine with General Electric disclosing plans. The move follows rapid jet bomber progress and an English Canberra flight earning a high speed record.
Washington reports a Senate subcommittee probing vast government loans readied a new search for influence traces inside Congress. President Truman disclosed he obtained 700 to 900 RFC loan letters from Reconstruction Finance Corp records, as press secretary Joseph Short denied any legal influence by the White House or staff. The move accompanies a White House reform plan to abolish the RFC board and centralize loan decisions, raising questions on congressional leverage over public funds.
A Black man was arrested by Alcohol Tra Unit and state police for transporting illicit liquor. Authorities seized one and a half gallons of liquor and a 1849 Ford automobile. He faces arraignment in federal court in Texarkonna.
Announcement shows Hempstead county Heart Fund collected 8380 of 8250 goal. Funds support cardiac services, education, and research projects by the American Heart Association. Drive ends Wednesday February 26. residents urged to contribute to Heart Fund Box 201.
New York Governor Thomas Dewey prepared formal testimony for Senate committees as he urged strong United States action in Europe. He said he would oppose Senator Wherry's resolution to block further U.S. troop commitments, arguing Western Europe could face communist aggression without adequate NATO-style forces. Dewey's stance came as two American divisions were already in occupation duty in Germany and Marshall planned four more to join allied forces.
A chaotic Washington's birthday sale draws crowds as bargains lure shoppers to buy dresses, nylon stock ings, and houseware at deep discounts. The scene features long lines, crowded stores, police control, and many shoppers risking injury in the rush to snag low price items.
Allied forces push into central Korea as US troops and tanks drive into Hoengsong amid a three hour battle with Chinese Red forces north of the highway. Under pressure from allied offensives, Chinese units withdraw toward a northern defense line, while UN forces press the pursuit with artillery, tanks, and air support.
Washington reports a Senate Armed Services panel urged drafting 18 year olds to boost manpower for an expanding war effort. The plan, part of a broader UMTS program, was discussed behind closed doors as lawmakers weigh possibilities amid ongoing global tensions and economic strain.
The Intermediate Methodist Youth Fellowship met at 6 o clock last Sunday with Don McQueen directing recreation. Bennie Joan Edminston presided over business, Donna Kennedy led in secretary absence, and thanks were extended to Bobbie Kay Turner Kirk James and Billy Wray for Family Night help. The group arranged worship with an open Bible and a Palestine map, sang with Bridgers, and discussed The Good Samaritan. Lorelle Munn played a piano solo.
A shortened, garbled clip notes a failed Senate attempt to override a veto. Fragmentary text mentions Arkans as context and a date near February. No clear names, actions, or outcomes beyond the veto override failure.
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