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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1977
Page
2
Washington AP The Senate committee holds hearings on chemical food safety starting today with witnesses from federal agencies and industry groups. Testimony aims to examine labeling standards and potential health implications of applied chemicals in the food supply.
The Senate Small Business Committee opens hearings on FDA regulation of three additives Saccharine Red Dye No 2 and Aspartame Critics warn long used chemicals may be harmful under new science while industry defends safety As consumer demand pushes convenience foods higher officials stress need for full evaluation of health risks and nutritional value
The Associated Press notes a Thursday update from the experiment station reporting high 42 and low 30 degrees with 0.4 inches of rain.
The U S Army Corps of Engineers says drought and sub freezing temps limit hydroelectric output. It cannot increase generation without risking future power supplies. Water in Beaver Beaver Lake Norfork Lake and Greers Ferry Lake sits well below normal levels amid refilling issues.
Clarence D Jones brother of Rev Joe Jones of Hope died in a Texarkana hospital after a short illness. Funeral services were held in Texarkana with burial at Chapelwood cemetery. Survivors include two daughters one son one brother two sisters 19 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. George Franklin Driggars 85 of Nashville died in a Nashville hospital. Funeral services were held at Latimer Funeral Home chapel with burial in Restland Memorial Park. He was a retired blacksmith Mason 32nd degree and Baptist. survivors include three sons, three daughters, seven sisters, 18 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Of the past 47 inaugurations, thirty occurred in clear weather, ten in rain, and seven in snow. The data highlights how climate varied during the nation’s presidential swearing in across history.
President Ford spoke to a joint session praising past achievements and offering hope and prayer for the nation's future. He recalled 30 months in office, noted progress in inflation and jobs, and expressed regret over unemployment as he prepared for Carter's inauguration.
Weather conditions force postponement of Hope University of Arkansas extension courses for the week with sessions resuming next week on the regular evening schedule. The Saratoga ESAA advisory group reviewed a 1978 88 project and approved it after discussion with the federal coordinator.
Boston University researchers report that babies born to mothers who took estrogen and progestogen during early pregnancy showed about 18 heart defect cases per 1000, compared with 8 per 1000 among those not exposed. The study analyzed 30,282 pregnancies and notes risks when pregnancy is unrecognized.
The body of Dianne Allen, 20, of Leola, was found in her wrecked car eight miles west of Sheridan. State Police say she drowned Tuesday after her car slid on ice on Arkansas 46, went off a bridge, and landed in five feet of water. The death is the latest highway figure for the year, compared with 21 on the same date last year.
Historical note confirms Abraham Lincoln became the first American president to wear facial hair in office. The move aligned with 1860 election era fashion as Lincoln presented a new public image during a pivotal period.
Calendar notes Mrs. Ethel Garland sponsors a chili hamburger and hot dog sale at Bethel A M E Church Annex Saturday January 15 starting 12 noon. At 7 30 p m a church musical features choirs from Rising Star Baptist Garret Chapel and Haynes Chapel to support a baby contest February 13. Public invited. A fish fry at Miss Juanita Welch home 713 North Bell street Saturday January 1% at 4 00 p m sponsored by Washington Temple Church Of God In Christ. For delivery call 3325. The public is invited. Elder L C Washington Pastor.
The growing cost of running the Congress sparking comments from Baker and other lawmakers. Rep. Robert McClory lauded Ford’s speech as guiding principles. John Rhodes called it a benchmark while Moynihan, a former Ford aide, reflected on its impact.
National Guard spokesman Object Wakefield reports tests on the object still in the pond. Deputy Atty. Gen. Thomas Rath says results may be issued later and the pond could be drained today. North American Air Defense Command spokesman in Colorado Springs says no artificial satellites have fallen into the area.
Moynihan calls Ford a great man in a lovely speech and says it is a time to be happy and proud that we had Gerald Ford for president, reflecting on his legacy and leadership.
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