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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1968
Page
2
84 hours ending 7 am Tuesday reported high 52 low 23 with no precipitation. Arkansas forecast shows clear to partly cloudy conditions with increasing afternoon cloudiness. Tonight lows mainly in the lower 30s. southern regions show similar patterns.
Little Rock AP Leon Catlett state Democratic party chairman asked county Democratic committees to set filing fees for county and district offices by January 20. J P Sonny Lybrand party executive secretary said Catletts request did not constitute a deadline.
A Liberian registered freighter Christiane collided with two gasoline barges north of Houston causing a fiery explosion. 30,000 barrels of high octane fuel ignited, sending passengers including Mr and Mrs Heber M. Gingerich and 27 crew into lifeboats. Four injured, one critical.
The report notes Viet Cong strength near 80,000 with ongoing battles in the delta. American forces, including the 9th Infantry, face continued Viet Cong initiative despite large helicopter and river boat deployments. Civilian casualties and ship damage are described amid chaotic patrols and repairs near Galveston after the tug collision.
Judge Henry Britt issued and bench warrant Monday for the arrest of Cros Croméans of Hot Springs who failed to appear for a habeas corpus hearing. An order signed December 12 by U.S. District Judge John E. Miller requires Croméans to be released in 60 days or stand trial. Croméans had pleaded guilty to second degree murder in the 1965 traffic death of Monroe Tiggins. he was originally charged with first degree murder and sentenced to seven years, free on $1,000 bail. Miller acted after a federal habeas petition following denials in circuit and Arkansas Supreme Court.
The Salemi area and eight nearby towns, including Salemi Poggiotale and Santa Margherita, suffered near destruction as fires raged. Italian President Giuseppe Saragat announced a planned fight from Rome, while Vatican and Italian authorities mobilized funds. About 2,900 firemen and rescuers were deployed as British ships and RAF aircraft delivered blankets, tents, food, and medical aid to Steily. U S officials offered to transport extra supplies if needed.
LITTLE ROCK AP Hugh Hackler director of the state Game and Fish Commission said Gov Winthrop Rockefeller asked the commission to spend 1 to 2 million dollars Mont lacks Rockefeller said he sent a letter urging a program to spend about 4 million in the funds and top priority on land purchases Hackler said there is 2 to 3 million available with no set priorities and a long range plan will be developed Rockefeller questioned whether funds should buy land or add qualified staff while noting conservation and wildlife management are of interest
Mrs. Elizabeth Westmoreland said she does not know how the Info '68 TV program could aid the Republicans. The program sponsored by Leon B. Catlett, Arkansas Democratic chairman, often criticizes Gov. Rockefeller. The Republican committee said it enhances the GOP image by lacking fact. Westmoreland defended the program, noting its spotlight on state deficits and Welfare Department issues while promoting Democratic leadership in natural resources. She mentioned that national Democrats have also done well. The text ends with an unrelated note about SNAP in atomic energy.
Arkansas State Rep. George E. Nowotny Jr. warned that expanding federal medical care will require higher state taxes. He said matching funds could cost $12 million annually over four years, expanding Medicare to all indigent persons under 1970, with the current program limited to those 65 and older. He cautioned forfeiting about $24 million yearly in federal funds as a worse option. The Legislative Council agreed to study the issue and seek congressional review.
Hollywood and Broadway actors raise funds for six Democratic lawmakers who oppose Vietnam policy. Lead by Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, the effort supports Sen. Stephen Young and Rep. William Ryan with co chairs Sen. Morse and Rep. Brown. A New York fund raising show launches the Congressional Peace Campaign Committee.
Dr Virgil A Pate died in Abilene Texas at 12 30 pm He was a prominent urologist and a Methodist church member Survived by wife son Virgil H Jr 2 brothers and 4 sisters Funeral plans incomplete Warren R Coleman 67 veteran actor famed as Crown in Porgy and Bess died Lisbon Doria Maria Francisca 53 wife of Don Juan Nuno Duke of Braganza and claimant to Portuguese throne died of heart ailment Chicago Dr William J Davidson 98 former president of Illinois Wesleyan University died in Bloomington and earlier chancellor of Nebraska Wesleyan University
Commerce Secretary Alexander B. Trowbridge presented a proposal for a new regional planning program in Washington with Governor Rockefeller’s endorsement. The Mid-South Regional program would include 24 Arkansas counties and counties in Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana to boost economic development with a target funding date of July 1. Arkansas counties listed include Daly, Greene, Craighead, Mississippi, Poinsett, Crittenden, Cross, St. Francis, Lee, Monroe, Phillips, Arkansas, Jefferson, Desha, Lincoln, Cleveland, Drew, Bradley, Chicot, Ashley, Calhoun, Columbia, Ouachita and Union.
Arkansas lawmakers weigh how to set up a constitutional convention. Rep. Marion Crank says he wants to give delegates broad latitude and not block their consideration. A five member committee studies proposed measures to implement the Commission's rev revision plan ahead of a special session to introduce legislation.
Pennsylvania and New York Central Railroads announce a merger plan approved by the U S Supreme Court clearing the way for a vast reorganization. Penn Central pledged to extend early aid to the bankrupt New Haven and improve service across 14 states and two Canadian provinces.
The opening of Congress features debate on spending limits and a planned push on tax revisions while Johnson faces a civil rights filibuster risk. About 3,000 women in Washington urge an end to the Vietnam war led by Jeannette Rankin.
Sworn to and subscribed before me on January 12 1966, with certification that the signer is not an officer or director of the bank. Notation includes commission expiration 7 25 1969. Hempstead County Arkansas records reference.
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