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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1949
Page
3
Sid McMath takes office in Arkansas amid unity and optimism. Vows to tackle the failing highway system, consider bonds for funding, and seek legislative support with possible referendum. Hen Laney farewells, praising fiscal management while noting highway depreciation and need for action.
Hollywood gossip sets Toni Seven, real name June Millarde, amid claims of a Republican plot to smear Sen. Warren Magnuson. She insists they are not engaged or married, says she is exhausted by reporters, and downplays rumors of a $4 million inheritance from her famed parents.
Arkansas military department requests another fighter squadron and an air group headquarters. State Adjutant General J. L. McAlister says a formal request was sent to the National Guard Bureau in Washington. The proposed headquarters would be at Adams Field with a complement of 36 officers and enlisted men.
Washington reports James V. Forrestal told President Truman he expects to remain in the cabinet, plans to resign soon as routine but does not expect his resignation to be accepted. He spoke as severe winter weather disrupted much of the nation with snow, ice, and freezing conditions from the Texas panhandle to California and the Pacific Northwest.
A special program will be presented at Garrett Memorial Church Sunday night on January 16. The program features acts and performers including Devottongl Perry Partie Obed ience Lo parents Lawrence Maznard Ralph Warren Verla Allen Ruth Ellen Boswell and others with various solos and a quartet, presenting a range of dramatic scenes and musical numbers.
aNHG hired the following new officers president Mrs Buck Powers vice president Mrs Harry Hawthorne secretary Mig Robert Mary treasurer Mrs Chester Hunt and reporter Mrs Colbin Foster, to lead the class this year.
Polio incidence climbs for sixth straight year with 1948 noted as unusually high. T. S. Cornelius of March of Dimes warns areas remain vulnerable next summer and stresses greater public support to fund after care and rehabilitation amid rising costs and depleted reserves.
Citizens National Bank re-elected all directors and officers at the annual stockholders and directors meetings. Official personnel include R. M. LaGrone as president, O. A. Graves as vice president, C. C Spragins as cashier, Dale Jones as assistant cashier, and directors A. L. Black, D. A. Graves, Albert Graves, R. M. LaGroue, N. T. Jowell, J. A. Haynes, S. L. Reed, C. Spragios, and R. M. LaGroue.
Funeral services were held Sunday for L. A. Stanley, 75, who died here. He is survived by his wife, three daughters Mus, C, MH, Bush of Hope, Mrs. Ruby Jeans and Mes, George Camp of Idaho. Six sons E B of Stumps, J EE of Patmos, W A of Pittsburgh, Pa, O M and Q O 8 of California and L A Blaney Jr. of Gordon.
Washington January 11 Truman budget plan to shrink air force expansion sparks congressional clash. Democrats and Republicans press for a 70 group air force within three to four years as Vinson and others argue for rapid funding while others urge careful study and balance with other services.
Reserves to meet Hempstead County reserve officers and men at Hope City Hall on Thursday December 13 at 7 30 p m All members are requested to be present.
A columnist argues that children speak creatively and freely, shaping language with vivid imagery. He contrasts juvenile spontaneity with adult literary schooling, noting how writers like Chaucer and Shakespeare benefited from a living tongue, and cites playful anecdotes to illustrate each child's unique phrasing.
Lloyd Spencer announces expansion of the First National Bank board after the annual stockholders meeting. six new directors join the board from Hope Magnolia and Little Rock with twelve total members, while six existing directors are re elected. a directors meeting Thursday will elect officers for the new year.
Hollywood actor Robert Mitchum, guilty of a narcotics conspiracy, resumes filming as a hero policeman. Co-defendants Lila Leeds and Robin Olman face sentencing in February. Dancer Vickie Evans, absent on lack of funds, plans to return for trial.
A local report notes a sunny spell with a high of 77 degrees and a low of 47 at the Experiment Station. The region differed from much of the nation, which faced snow sleet and ice as a front moved through yesterday.
Reports from Asia describe Communist forces overrunning much of China, with Nanking government officials fleeing and Peiping under siege. Fierce fighting near Tientsin and around Nanking prompted renewed calls by Claire L. Chennault to revive the Flying Tigers. In the Middle East, Israel prepares for action against Britain amid mounting Palestine tensions as clashes with Egypt and Jordan threaten armistice talks.
Hempstead County Library Board met yesterday and elected Dr. G. Be Cannon as chairman with Sid McMath named vice chair. Board members include Norman Jones Charles Reynerson James HM Jones Blaer Brown B Wiewards J R Menders and J J Lieblorig.
Earl Clifton, manager of the Arkansas Louisiana Gas Company, announced his transfer to Camden, Arkansas, effective Friday, April 13. Clifton came to Hope on April 14 and has been active in civic affairs. a replacement for Mr. Clifton has not been announced.
Funeral services for Mrs Alma Ethel Calay who died Sunday at Lite Huck will be held today at Waldo Arch. She is survived by her husband, son Grady Rayford of Teays, and a daughter Mrs J W Walking of Hope.
Arkansas elects Sidney Sanders McMath, 26, as the 45th governor since 1836, with a 12 point program including $28 million in highway bonds, a state medical center, anti-lynching law, tax reform, and expanded pensions. The inauguration in Little Rock drew crowds as leaders from President Truman’s administration and Arkansas officials attended.
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