27 Feb 1953
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1953
Page
1
The fragment cites wage rates, contracts, and labor costs, referencing General Motors and cost trends after a Korean War era. It notes upward and downward shifts in wages and mentions monthly costs, sublet figures, and inflation indicators though details are obscured by OCR errors.
Prescott area WMU groups met Monday afternoon and evening at the First Baptist Church with prayer, devotional talks, and Bible study. Members, guests, and leaders discussed “The Word in Bright,” welcomed new attendees, and planned future activities including a fried social hour and pledge to the Legion.
Market notes from Chicago and regional fronts indicate lighter cattle demand with steers 180-280 lbs mostly steady to weak and prices fluctuating around 18.00 to 22.60 for various weight classes. Hog prices show moderate gains with prime and heavy lots offered. receipts reported in the thousands and wholesale buyers largely unchanged amid mixed demand.
Stocks in New York fluctuated with a small net gain for some issues while others slipped. Cotton futures rose slightly as grain and provisions showed modest activity with prices listed for corn soybeans oats and related commodities amid liquidation concerns and varied trading.
Arkansas representatives gathered in Little Rock to demand urgent action on transportation. Telegrams signed by Willard Harrison and mayors from Pine Bluff Hot Springs Camden Helena and others urged the board to immediate public links and services.
The stalled debate centers on President Ebenhawee’s inheritable stance toward Soviet policy and a push for language that could attract a 2 vote in the Senate. Dulles weighs proposed wording as lawmakers in both chambers call for stronger phrasing to condemn Soviet influence and support liberation of Eastern bloc countries.
Washington and US observers weigh possible Soviet counter moves as Berlin rumors rise. Moscow’s high command chief Shtemenko reportedly in Egypt, unclear plan links. experts see threats over a unified German defense and shifts in Western Europe, including pressure on East and West Germany.
Reported North Korean air and ground attack near Pukchong and Hambhung, with heavy bombing on targets along eastern front. Allied pilots claimed 60 percent of bombs hit the intended targets, igniting fires and destroying trucks, bunkers, and gun positions as retaliation.
McCarthy charged morale in the State Department is at a low point amid his probe into Voice of America. Dulles avoided lessons to Congress, agreeing Congress has broad powers to investigate, and he said he has no evidence morale is worse. Reporters describe a grim atmosphere as career staff feel unsupported by leadership.
A Communist unit of about 160 men attacked Allied positions near Kelly on the Western front but the effort collapsed quickly. Allied heavy artillery and a brief barrage forced the Reds to withdraw after suffering heavy losses. An Allied listening post spotted the attack at 10 25 pm and the UN forces then intensified gunfire.
The speaker assails critics whose morale is low due to fear of light reaching their dark corners, urging resolve and vigilance against hidden threats.
A demonstration on Aberdeen Col Provine ground last October showed an atomic shell firing concept with remote control to avoid premature detonation. Army Secretary Pace noted potential testing, with high explosive propellants and several mammoth atomic shells in service ready for rapid maneuver. General Von Fleet described the weapon as a useful asset against Chinese Communists.
British officials pursue exploratory talks with the United States on currency exchange and freer pound convertibility. Treasury notes these talks are informal with no firm commitments, aiming to reassure France, Italy, and others wary of American fiscal policy. A January visit by Churchill and Eisenhower and the Eden-Buller trip fear add to market jitters.
Strenson at the Biltmore Hotel dinner mocks Washington symbols and divisive myths. Steveson urges unity under new leaders as burdens of crisis press all, while he jokes about Eastern fame for a diplomat. A dig at Republicans questions Yalta Po dam and Potsdam.
Senator Close urged a progressive tax cut and reduced federal spending after the new administration assumed office. Carlson noted federal outlays fell from 79 billion to 68.8 billion in January, calling for a total 1983 spending not above 66.1 billion. He argued voters expect budget readjustments despite earlier plans.
Arkansas officials indicate a likely shakeup in the State Highway Department after a closed session with Gov. Cherry. Highway Commission chairman Raymond W. Orr described the situation as a shedding or cleansing of the department amid ongoing reviews.
Orr emphasizes the director will handle firing and staffing, not the Highway Commission, with potential changes before a director is hired or the chairman clarifies. Ft Smith chairman notes the Commission opposes a move to create a seasonal turnpike authority tied to maintenance funding.
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