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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1968
Page
1
Opinion by Editor Alex A Washburn discusses shifting loyalties in Prohibition era America. He cites Gov Winthrop Rockefeller backing liquor legalization, the end of nationwide Prohibition, and evolving tax and social dynamics. The piece contrasts idealism with real world events such as piracy and naval action against North Korea.
Washington AP reports highlights from the Republican reply to President Johnsons State of the Union message. Vietnam policy costs lives and prolongs war. Tax cuts before tax boosts. Crime claimed to be epidemic. aid to state and local law enforcement urged. Foreign affairs say U S leadership waning and Soviets rising in Middle East. Security critique of Johnsons doctrine. Agriculture accuses grain dumping and imports from trade policies.
A $445,798 grant reservation from the Department of Housing and Urban Development will fund two community service centers in Huntsville and Kingston. The centers aim to support local services and infrastructure, with HUD officials announcing the allocation on Tuesday.
North Vietnam has deployed 10 000 more troops into northern South Vietnam as U S and allied sources warn of a major offensive aimed at northern provinces and the DMZ. A defecting lieutenant says the plan seeks victory to pressure talks with Saigon and Washington. Giap's role is cited though he has not been seen recently.
Pvt. David L. Kinkaid of Detroit brother of two Hope women was wounded in Vietnam and told his family from a carrier hospital ship that his injuries are not critical. He has visited Hope often and recently reported to Vietnam a.6
Pine Bluff Arkansas AP The State Penitentiary Board chair says Gov Rockefeller will seek at least 1 750 000 in the coming legislative session to cover a deficit and fund study commission recommendations. Part of the sum may come from a new tax source including a stamp tax proposed by the governor. John H Haley said he is drafting the legislation and predicted prisons may never be self supporting again.
Frank Holt, a Harrison native and former Arkansas Attorney General, warned at a Hope Kiwanis meeting that a nuclear age and atheistic communism threaten civilization. He urged Americans to value heritage and the American Legion motto For God and Country, citing rising crime and law disrespect. Guests included Charlie Griffin and five Prescott Kiwanis members.
In San Diego the skipper of the Navy intelligence ship Pueblo Cmdr. Lloyd E. Buchner 38 is believed to be safe as his wife Rose Bucher expresses confidence the Navy will do all it can. She moved her family from Jefferson Missouri expecting the Pueblo’s return to San Diego this spring after its capture by Korean patrol craft.
AP dispatch reports U S Navy acknowledging the Pueblo mission near North Korea and the Liberty incident mark a shift in Pentagon policy toward worldwide electronic spying by major powers The official says intelligence gathering ships routinely shadow U S fleets and bases including Polaris submarine sites, with Soviet eavesdropping vessels cited as common opponents See PUEBLO CASE on Page Two
Arkansas Governor outlines strong support for a bill permitting mixed drinks to boost state revenue and tourism, while warning he will not push a special session without assured passage. He also considers a prison system bond issue funded by cash crop income, and Arkansas voters may decide on a constitutional convention.
AP News Digest reports a U S Navy unit led by the carrier Enterprise advancing toward North Korea to recover the Pueblo while Congress weighs retaliation options. Viet Cong losses near Khe Sanh and other Vietnamese casualties accompany global political shifts as President Johnson faces budget hurdles.
The Arkansas Legislative Council adopted a resolution urging Congress to secure full federal highway trust fund allocations for states. The measure cites a Monday announcement that the federal government plans to withhold five percent of highway funds to help balance the federal budget.
The U S Navy dispatched the carrier Enterprise and three escorts toward North Korea to pressure for the release of the captured S S Pueblo amid mounting international tension. Washington urged the Soviet Union to help persuade Pyongyang while Congress debated possible retaliation and allied officials warned of a dangerous provocation. The Pueblo’s crew of 83 remained aboard as Seoul reported North Korean forces killed several attackers in Seoul and prepared for further actions.
The Hope Junior and Senta High School PTA will convene Thursday night at 7:30 in the High School auditorium. Steven B. Williams, director of field services at Henderson State College, will discuss financial aid for college-bound students and the application process. Parents of high school students are urged to attend.
George Tinsley, 70, of Joiner Mississippi County, was killed Tuesday night when his pickup collided with a Frised Railroad freight train at a crossing in Joiner. No one else was injured.
Washington AP congressional reaction split between calls for quick retaliation and caution. Senators Thurmond and Dodd urged force if North Korea refuses release, while Mundt Hickenlooper Cooper and Lausche sought more details before action. Pentagon said Pueblo did not call for help until boarded by North Korean sailors.
The Century Bible Class of First Methodist Church invites Janet to join a special supper at 7 o clock Thursday night featuring squirrel and duck Mulligan cooked by Simmy Griffin. Good singing and fellowship will accompany the event.
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