Arkansas Weather Summary For 24 Hours Ending 7 AM
Partly cloudy conditions warmed into Friday with chance of showers and a few thunderstorms across the state. Northwest portions may see brief storms tonight with low temperatures expected around 64 to 72 degrees, high near 68. Forecast by The Associated Press.
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Skin Tych Don’t Scratch Skin Care Ad
An old style drugstore ad promoting a skin treatment for itching and infection relief. Claims quick antiseptic action, aids healing, and suitability for eczema insect bites and surface rashes. Offers 48c back at any drug store from John S. Gibson Drug.
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Preacher in Tribute to Womanhood at First Baptist Church
Evangelist Angel Martinez drew a large crowd as he linked TV portrayals of womanhood to ancient times. Seventy-one decisions for Christ were recorded to date, with services nightly through Sunday at 7:30 and morning services at 10. Friday night will cover Beyond the Sunset and the question of recognizing Christians in heaven. The sermon cited John 1 and highlighted woman as central to salvation. Arkansas group from Sharp County tours Gatlinburg seeking tourism ideas, led by Leo Rainey of Batesville.
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Election at Boys State selects governor in Arkansas
NORTH LITTLE ROCK Ark AP The delegates to Arkansas Boys State elected Jack Butt of Fayetteville governor Wednesday Butt defeated Lloyd Rowland of McGehee Other officers include Lt Gov Robert Young Little Rock Secretary of State Ted Mettetal Monticello Atty Gen Don Johnson Little Rock Treasurer Norman Show North Little Rock Land Commissioner Steve Bratdon Helena State Auditor Alex Laclau Pine Bluff Chief Justice Ron Johnson Little Rock
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Years Needed to Rebuild Arab Relations
AP Special Correspondent John M Hightower reports that U S officials say years may pass before Arab relations recover after the Israeli Arab war. President Johnson creates a cabinet level Middle East committee with McGeorge Bundy as executive secretary to map plans for a permanent peace with Dean Rusk as chairman. The effort aims for UN coordination and possible U S Soviet cooperation, with future arms policies shaping prospects for lasting peace.
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Extension of Draft Law Not Lottery Change
A compromise draft extension bill heads for quick congressional approval extending the draft four years beyond June 30. It preserves deferments for undergraduates, keeps the President’s authority, and would curb random selection proposed for 1969. In parallel, Arab states sever ties with the United States over Israel’s Gulf of Aqaba actions as embassies prepare to quit.
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Boy, 14, Feared Lost While Swimming in Arkansas River
LITTLE ROCK AP The Little Rock Fire Department will begin dragging the Arkansas River today for a youth who apparently sank Wednesday night while swimming. Michael Ray Newsome, 14, was with two other boys who said he went under and did not resurface. Fire officials said operations cannot start until daylight.
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Israeli forces risk overextended supply lines in Sinai push
U S analysts warn Israeli troops advancing toward the Suez Canal risk stretched logistics as tanks and infantry advance through the Sinai. Bracing for a wider push toward Cairo, experts say supply and communication links could be vulnerable, with civilian vehicles aiding convoys and the need to secure fuel water and ammunition for frontline units.
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House Republicans defeat Johnson debt ceiling plan
In a 210 to 197 vote Republicans joined conservative Southern Democrats and antiwar liberals to reject Johnson's $29 billion debt increase. The loss pressures a new plan and possible cuts to domestic spending as the administration faces a looming government bill payment crisis after June. The result shocks Democrats who hoped Vietnam and Middle East crises would secure bipartisan support.
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Voting machines ordered for Pine Bluff referendum
Jefferson County voters approved new voting machines in November. County Judge Joe T. Henslee ordered 100 units funded by a $10,000 appropriation. Pine Bluff plans a July 11 housing authority referendum. mayor Austin Franks to meet on machine costs. Machines leased for 10 years from Automatic Voting Machine Co. of Jamestown, New York.
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Legislative Acts Printing Slips To Sept In Ark
Secretary of State Kelly Bryant said acts from the 1967 General Assembly will be published later this year due to recess. One volume will contain appropriation acts, the other general acts. The legislature appropriated 42000 dollars for printing the 1967 set to Paragon Printing Co. of Little Rock.
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