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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1968
Page
1
A fed eral 10 percent surtax increases the total tax due by April 15. Withholding deductions may fall short, requiring a lump sum payment next April. The piece clarifies that tax law targets the year’s total owed, while withholding is variable. Neighbor reports include a squirrel nest sighting and a note on a mallard hen hatching ducklings.
The Associated Press reports five University of Arkansas and State College of Arkansas at Conway faculty members received settlements exceeding 23 000 dollars before the schools were removed from the AAUP censure list. University payouts topped 20 000 dollars to four teachers and about 3 100 to Thomas Higgins, dismissed in 1960. Names cited include Max Carr, Frederick G. Friedmann, John L. McKenney, and Thelma W. Taylor.
Czechoslovakia’s new Communist leaders rejected pressure from the Warsaw bloc and pledged to pursue liberal reforms with broad public support. A presidium communique said opponents are active and trying to misuse democratization against the party and socialism.
Joy Stilley notes a trend in naming groups with acronyms that spell words and reflect aims. She cites agencies from international to local levels and questions whether names or initials came first, joking about several humorous or provocative possibilities.
A proposed 240 page Marine Corps manual argues snipers must possess inherent mental traits and endure extreme conditions. Written by Maj. Robert A. Russell, it calls for psychiatric screening, emphasizes calm deliberate killing, and notes snipers work in small teams with high self reliance.
In Los Angeles a fortified 13th floor Hall of Justice room shields Sirhan Sirhan as he faces trial for the Kennedy assassination. Glass grit fixtures and steel plates guard against explosives while deputies protect the 24 year old amid death threats.
Heavily guarded plan to fly Ray back to the United States to face trial for MLK’s slaying. Ray waived appeal of London extradition order, awaiting Home Secretary decision as legal teams decide next steps. Argued charges include entering Britain on forged passport and possessing unlicensed gun. Ray to be transported by government or chartered jet amid heavy security.
Absentee ballots are now available as Arkan Sans begins casting for the July 30 primary. Voters may cast absentee ballots through July 29 by going to the clerk’s office or mailing a request for an absentee ballot.
Washington AP reports President Johnson's National Commission on Urban Problems projects increasing segregation by race from 1960 to 1985. Nonwhite shares grow in large elites while whites shrink, with more cities likely to have nonwhite majorities by 1985.
A campaign car promoting a candidate for county judge in Pulaski County was firebombed Tuesday in a shopping center parking lot. No one was injured.
Mrs. Marle C. McEvoy of the Consumer Food Programs office in Texarkana outlined that only authorized retailers may accept USDA Food coupons. Applications require reading regulations and certification of compliance, with a USDA rep evaluating the retailer. In Hempstead County most retailers have sought authorization, and county welfare offices certify households eligible to use coupons increasing monthly food buying power through a bonus system.
Washington is launching a national ad push to revive tourism after April riots caused a 19.5 percent drop in hotel occupancy in 42 member hotels and a $40 million loss from April and May cancellations. The Willard Hotel blamed riots and the Poor People’s Campaign for financial trouble and closure. The industry aims to show visitors Washington is returning, with Welcome Back to Washington ads and a gradual recovery expected.
Chicago mayor Richard J. Daley announced the Democratic National Convention will stay in Chicago and city workers will install communications gear if needed. The IBEW strike and Bell telephone bid clashes risked delays at the Amphitheatre, with picket concerns raised by union spokesmen.
Secretary of Defense Clark M. Clifford warned of a planned heavy enemy offensive against Saigon, possibly in late July to early September, with Vietcong forces regrouping north of the demilitarized zone. He said North Vietnamese divisions may return after refitting, and noted no request for more U.S. troops. A captured Viet Cong directive in Saigon urged the fight to continue until defeat of the United States.
A B58 Hustler bomber caught fire while landing at Little Rock Air Force Base on Tuesday. The fire was controlled by base crews. Pilot Maj. George R. Tate and crew of two were uninjured. Other crew members Capt. Roy G. Walters and Capt. Francis Mosson were on board. The aircraft belongs to the 43rd Bombardment Wing.
An armed hijacker seized National Airlines Flight 1064, held the cockpit with a grenade and pistol, refueled in New Orleans, and forced the DC8 with 56 passengers and seven crew to Havana. Capt. Sid Oliver reported the threat as fuel aboard proved insufficient to reach Cuba. FBI and police observed as fuel was topped.
Century Bible Class of First United Methodist Church announces six month leadership slate with President Guy Downing and 28 members. Officers include Vice President Bill Mudgett Secre tary Leland Warmack Treasurer J W Franks James Merlarty Raymond Jones. Committee chairs include Buddy Melver Jay von Henry Burke and Larry Patterson with a 28 member class. Food committee Ray Turner Jimmie Griffin, Greeting co chairs Milton Eason Arthur Gibson Frank Walters E L Archer Jr. Attendance chair Harry Havent with Lloyd Hendrix K G Hamilton Dewey Hoge. Sick report led by Larry Patterson and Jimmie Griffin. Room count chaired by Crit Stuart with Milton Mosier. Teachers listed include Albert Graves Al Graves Sta ae Jones W E McFarland Dal McKinney Larry Patterson James Russell Wayne Norman M Smith Frank W tas Royce Welanaber and John b Wilson.
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