24 Feb 1977
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1977
Page
1
Editor Alex H. Washburn offers a concise column reflecting on public life and personal virtues in a compact weekly meditation. The piece emphasizes frugality, honesty, and practical wisdom drawn from everyday events.
Martin notes two more purple martins reported in the area with specific times from residents Mrs. Jim Cobb and Harry Whitworth. A cardinal family returns to the backyard and blackbirds have taken over the Grassy Lake area, signaling early signs of spring amid cautious forecasts for late February. Weather outlook predicts mild days in the 60s and 70s with cool nights across Arkansas. City subscriber contact times are listed for Star delivery issues.
After Circuit Judge Digby ruled mixed drink licenses illegal in dry counties, the ABC collected licenses from four Hempstead County private clubs. Court comments from R M Moore and James L Taylor describe limited effect but concern over business declines and potential changes if licenses return or a state vote proceeds.
The Star increases subscription rates due to higher postage and newsprint costs. Rates rise for carrier deliveries in Hope and nearby towns to 60 cents per week 2.60 per month and 31.00 per year, with mail rates set for Hempstead Nevada Lafayette Howard Pike Miller and Clark counties.
A line of thunderstorms swept the Southeastern states bringing tornadoes hail and high winds. One tornado fatality was reported near Louisville Mississippi with five Mississippi tornadoes overall and ten confirmed nationwide. Winter storms hit the North Central with heavy snow and travel advisories across several states.
A tanker struck the Benjamin Harrison Bridge near Hopewell early today, ripping out a 19 foot section and sending four cars tumbling into the James River. Divers searched 25 feet deep as the Coast Guard pursued the erratic Marine Floridian, which may have lost power before impact. Police said two drivers escaped, others unaccounted. Traffic blocked across the bridge linking Hopewell and Charles City County.
A twin engine plane exploded in flight and crashed into a Swatara Township house killing Pennsylvania transportation secretary William Sherlock and seven others. Senate Republican leader Richard Frame aboard was unconfirmed. Officials said two more agency staff may have been aboard. The victims were en route to present a $52000 check to the Area Transportation Authority of North Central Pennsylvania.
Arkansas Rep. Larry Patterson introduced HB 756 to move Hempstead County deputy prosecuting attorney from per case fees to a $15 000 annual salary starting April 1 1977 with remaining fees placed in county general fund. Patterson and Hempstead Quorum Court cite costs and duties. bill also defines deputy duties and expenses.
Nairobi AP report says Idi Amin's regime claimed a Tanzanian invasion force was six miles from Uganda. A military spokesman warned Ugandan retaliation could strike deep into Tanzania if forces crossed the border, while the border would stay open. Relations between Uganda and Tanzania have been tense since Amin seized power six years ago and Obote sought asylum there.
President Carter and Vice President Mondale push for fewer committees with CIA access but Congress, led by House Speaker ONeill and International Relations chair Zablocki, signals only modest consolidation. Senate Intelligence head Inouye rejects limiting access to a single House and Senate panel despite Turner nomination.
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