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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1954
Page
4
A brief note by Alex H. Washburn reflects on daily bread themes and editor’s concise reflections, presenting a compact taste of the columnist’s perspective. The piece hints at everyday sustenance and thoughts shaped by daily life and craft.
The piece discusses the Oppenheimer investigation and its impact on American science. It notes heated debate among scientists over privacy versus national security, arguing passion for discovery risks driving away volunteers. It reflects on the tension between genius and personal associations.
The Cattle District of the Daughters of the American Revolution will dedicate three marker on the grave of Private Edward Johnson who died in the American Revolution and is buried near Columbus Arkansas. The dedication ceremony is set for Wednesday June 1 at 2 p m in Columbus with a program including presentations by Hope Ark Scout Troop No 9, pledge of allegiance, flag ceremony, speeches by Representative Tal ef Foilh, a dedication ritual led by Mrs J K Montgomery state chairman graves of Revolutionary Soldiers, unveiling by John Johnson Wilgan Jr and acceptance by Mrs B W McCrary director Caddo District, retirement of colors by Girl Scout Troop Now 0, taps by buglers frat i Bandi.
Roy M. Cohn testified he does not believe Army Secretary Hubert T. Stevens was a coddling Communist as the Army McCarthy hearings advanced. He said Stevens faced pressure to shield Army people covering up for Retr, while urging an end to the long probe. Cohn praised the armed services and pledged the army’s resolve against communists at home and abroad.
Secretary of the Army Robert T. Stevens told West Point cadets that his task has been rough but he has never considered quitting. He cited his three decades of Army service and pledged to protect cadets' rights and reputations during his tenure.
Arkansas forecast shows temperatures about 14 degrees above normal with highs near 82 to 92 and lows around 62 to 88. Precipitation mainly moderate in scattered afternoon light showers.
Vacation Church School begins at the Methodist Church on Monday June 7 with 36 in the Junior Department, 28 in Primary, and 42 Kindergarteners. Teaching staff include Mrs. J M Perkins directy leader Junior No 2, and numerous named aides across Junior, Primary, and Kindergarten groups.
Undersecretary of Labor Arthur Larson warned Washington today that the nation faces serious danger of dividing workers into first and second class employes. He noted the need to extend unemployment compensation as the House Ways and Means Committee began hearings on Eisenhower proposals to cover six million more workers, including small employers with only one employee. When first class workers lose jobs they can collect insured weekly benefits.
Police chief said a father may have killed his wife and two sons before taking his own life. Frank Waller 44, Geneva Waller, Richard 12, and Douglas 10 were found shot in their North Jersey residence after a daughter called worried about the family. A .22 caliber revolver was used. The bodies were discovered after 8 am.
HAL BOYLE remembers Normandy veterans visiting Grandma Hamel at the Vouilly Chateau ten years after the landings. The 11th century estate hosted 18 press rooms for the American First Army while correspondents faced danger, censorship, and fear. Grandma Hamel, calm and nurturing, kept her family and soldiers steady as tents filled the nearby pasture.
An 11 year old girl Mary Bob Lindsey and her 9 year old brother Rusty Lindsey ran away from a Forrest City area farm home early this morning and surrendered to police about seven hours later at the Little Rock headquarters. They identified themselves at about 11 o'clock after hearing police were searching for them. Detectives said they would be taken to Little Rock for further handling as their mother and guardian were notified.
Hempstead county senior 4-H leaders will present a slide program on conservation taught at the Clearfork YMCA Camp in the Ouachita National Forests. Four Hempstead youths attended the district camp with 49 youths from 18 southwest Arkansas counties.
Vagrant Marvin Boyd, famed for desert slaying tales, sparked a fresh police hunt in Imperial County after claiming last night he buried half a barge of Shirley Fielda y between Yuma Avimiz and E Centro Calle. He previously said the body was thrown into the Pacific Ocean, then altered the tale to place the lower half in the ocean off Dana Paint.
The Green Laseter Home Demonstration club will hold a social Thursday night June 10 at 9 30 in the Club house on Highway 4. Candidates are especially invited.
United Press reports tornadoes and 90 mph winds struck from Oklahoma to Minnesota, killing Emil Timmerman, 60, in Minnesota and Oscar Peaygon, 65, in Michigan. Destruction spanned wide paths with gusts up to 50-60 mph, fires and blocking winds hampering rescue efforts near Detroit Lakes and Fairmount, Missouri.
Denton Texas hosted an Aquatics Show by the Aquatics Club from Texas State College for Women with Water Ballet Lolas Duats and bodies outlined in lights. Miss Betty Jordan led the performance as hundreds of children and adults enjoyed a three hour open swim. The event thanked Hendrix Spragens and Mrs Foy Hammons for their cooperation.
Unity Baptist Church will close Woootha Bible School this Thursday night at 2:90 with a program from enrolled classes. Six conversions reported so far. Pioneering With Christ course has deepened the spiritual life of the youths and teachers. public invitation extended to the closing program.
A singing school taught by Homer Odom at Evening Shade near Highway 28 will close Friday night June 11 with a big program featuring several quartets and individual singers. The event promises a final showcase of local musical talent.
Roosevelt Jr. faces a crowded field in the California primary with his name drawing attention against scandal headlines. Voters will select a U.S. senator, 30 congressmen, governor, and other state offices as key races unfold.
Leo Hoegh swept a six man race for the Iowa Republican nomination for governor on a reform platform. With 2,104 of 2,487 precincts reporting, Hoegh led with 80,187 votes, 30.97 percent, carrying rural counties and gaining strength in Mississippi and Missouri River Valley areas. A 35 percent vote threshold for outright victory was foiled, pushing the decision to the state GOP convention on July 23.
County reports show Arkansas counties collected 2,870,105 in turnback from a total 28,70 272 in taxes and 70,272 in agres, distributed 60 percent by geographic area and 40 percent by population. Pulaski led refunds with 4,003,928 in sales taxes, while Newton County received 19,004. Sebastian and Jefferson counties also posted multi hundred thousand dollar turnbacks.
The high command reported French air strikes against Red bases 7% southeast of Hanoi. Ground troops rushed in after bombing completed, with little resistance. The delta perimeter saw a mass Red offensive signaled, as rebel actions 25 miles west of Hanoi were repelled and 30 were killed.
Ink district meeting names Texarkana figures to District 12 posts with Cecil M. Jatt elected commander. Bill Tatum of Stamps and Harry Martin named executive committeeman, B A Quilln of Shumaker named delegate to National Convention in Washington. V. Clark of Texarkana chosen as alternate. Fall meeting set for Texarkana.
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