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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1959
Page
4
The AP reports a surprising result in a California style state election. Democrat Burns and Republican Fong lead the ticket amid a contested primary. Quinn overcomes a deficit to capture the lieutenant governorship as party lines shift and minority candidates gain ground.
The regional forecast from Associated Press notes a warm, cloudy pattern with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms. It cites a 1989 precipitation total of 29.96 inches for the period, with highs in the 70s, lows in the upper 60s to low 70s, and variable winds across the northeast and southeast corners.
In Little Rock the Faubus administration and the school board clash over integration tactics. Faubus proposes dividing students between two integrated and two segregated high schools, while the board hints at greater integration at three white schools. About 2,000 pupils registered last week, with 55 Negroes seeking entry to once white schools. Sirens are to reopen Sept. 2, four days before a year since last removal.
Libel case in Little Rock Arkansas moves toward a jury trial as the defense and plaintiffs present testimony. Names tied to the dispute include Cecil Mitnod and William Mach a, with expert witnesses discussing splices and tapes. The proceedings reference media distributors and a notable executive from New York. A date of March 16 is mentioned for potential rebuttal and further testimony.
Hempstead taxing units unanimously backed a resolution altered by County Judge A G Garrett to stiffen the County Equalization Board policy against excessive property value markdowns. Last year’s $1,700,000 cut, the judge said, followed by calls for a fixed, binding policy on the new board. He introduced three board members Kathryn Louw Franks Tom Jones and Lawrence May and recommended hiring a professional outside consultant for the overall property survey. The process begins with protests to the county assessor, with decisions final unless appealed to the circuit and county courts. Continued on Page Two.
Fragments reference multiple names and places in a chaotic list of locals and events. The readable content suggests a rough column of town chatter without a clear central event or narrative.
In New York the United Steelworkers accuse a profits report from U S Steel Corp of exaggeration to frame the industry as ready to strike. A mediator notes no change in bargaining posture amid a 16 day nationwide stoppage affecting steel workers. David J. McDonald denounces the report as a partisan effort to pressure the public. Roger M. Mough says U S Steel would hold prices unless a settlement ends the strike.
County agents announce an August 3 area meeting in Nashville for Hempstead County agricultural leaders and cooperatives. Attendees include Lamar Williams, Nobe Colt, Autrey Wilson, C. Burkey Moss Rowe, Siehied Arnold, C. J. Rowe, Montoy Alia Burgess Garrett, Clifford Nussedl, and Gene Bruick, with plans to discuss farm policy and cooperative efforts.
The Moped Kwanis Club backs Chicken Eating Week with a special committee to manage ticket sales. Chair Wa Lowe notes tickets will gate the event and benefit the chicken industry in Hope area. Tickets cost one dollar and include two baseball games plus diving and singing exhibitions by visiting groups.
The Associated Press notes incumbents in Pine Bluff and other cities were renominated in yesterday’s Democratic primaries while Ollie Holder and Judson Heit did not run in some locales. In Conway and Wayetteville areas the race saw barbershop owner candidates and local electors voting amid unclear tallies.
President Nixon visits Sverdlovsk and Novosibirsk amid large crowds as Soviet officials promise access to Siberia’s science centers. He faces hostile lines of questioning from hecklers and media, with tense moments during a chaotic reception before departing for Novosibirsk.
Witnesses were called in a first degree murder case in Seaby Arkansas. The defense presented a sit down session alleging an argument at a tavern led to the killing. The defendant, aged around 45, faced a possible death penalty. no verdict reached yet as the trial continued.
A Watson youth died in a Jeep accident near Mootik Ark. Reported details indicate a teen from the area was killed in a roadside mishap during a transport incident. Authorities are investigating the fatal crash and identifying the deceased.
Luther Olive aged 82 and formerly living in Washington died Monday in Montgomery Louisiana. Survived by his wife, Mrs. The Thadao etc. The obituary notes distant relations and local associations, with scattered, unclear lines referencing Washington Center and other names.
A youth was electrocuted near Yellville several miles west of town while working on a converter project. The incident, recorded with unclear names, lists survivors including Mela Tas and Chrinttie among others. Local authorities and emergency responders investigated the fatal accident.
Police report indicates an autopsy is awaiting results after a woman, about 48, died following a Monday night incident at a hospital. Officers and the medical examiner will determine cause of death as investigations continue with multiple individuals facing charges.
A garbled report describes Louisiana Governor Long returning from a rest vacation to Tryon Stites area with a private plane amid mentioning special federal permission. He travels via a twin engine plane escorted by Dr. Charles Rosenbien and lawyer Joe Arthur Sims, with public officials guiding his route to Monroe.
R S Stone, 88, lifelong McCaskill resident, died Monday at Poy County Memorial Festival. He was a member of the BPhlawsiual Springs Jdaglist church and is survived by family members including Stone, Veithnd MOC SRI, and Dir Stane af Metnith boa Tach ees.
Russia and Western officials spoke of possible division of talks within a week amid pressure for a negative settlement. Moscow sought to press for limited engagement while Western powers urged broader talks and renewed diplomacy.
Perry B. Boyd, 74, a retired carpenter, died at home. He was survived by his wife and other family members. Services were planned at Oak West Chapel with arrangements by local undertaker firms.
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