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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1950
Page
3
A skeptical view of stock market experts who sell newsletters for profit. It argues true insight comes from business data and company earnings, not glossy fads, and cites William Feather on newsletters that promise large gains. The piece questions advisers' credibility and consumer gains.
A forest fire threatened to explode two million gallons of aviation gasoline stored near Lewisport, prompting emergency measures. Fire crews, planes, ships and residents prepared for possible evacuation as flames moved toward storage tanks despite shifting winds. Authorities warned ongoing danger if winds shifted or calmed, with offshore help readied.
Mr Atkins will address the Deality Bible class at the First Methodist church Sunday morning. An attendance contest runs until the last Sunday in June with a goal of 200 present. Last Sunday 106 attended.
Arkansas forecast calls for cloudy conditions this afternoon tonight and Sunday. Scattered thunderstorms expected mainly in the afternoons with little temperature change.
Washington reports bipartisan doubt after President Truman signaled the need to maintain aid to Western Europe beyond 1952. Senators Wherry and George D. of Iowa pressed for a closure of the Marshall plan, while Sparkman and Sparkman warned some nations would still face a dollar gap and may require continued support.
A crowd of about 175 farmers gathered at the Elney Brown farm near Hope for a pine seedling and sowing demonstration. The event, supported by the Hope Chamber of Commerce and the Soil Conservation Department, promoted full use of Hempstead county lands for livestock and timber. Officials discussed seedling orders, planting costs, and the new pink seedling planting machine to be purchased for county use.
Hot Springs Arkansas Future Homemakers of America elected new officers to end a weeklong leadership training camp at Conchdale on Lake Catherine. Officers named include Mona McGuire Foreman president Betty Grace Moore Marshall first vice president Helen Deckleman Fountain Hill second vice president Sally Long Rector secretary Libby Harris Delight treasurer Bobbie Byrd Lea ville historian Betty Brooks Bauxite and Pebble Ann Matt Havana as reporter. Four hundred girls from 283 PHA chapters attended the event.
Japan moves to suppress Communist activity as purges of leaders continue. Cabinet members and police meet with Premier Shigeru Yoshida to seek stronger measures while Tokyo monitors calls for retaliation against MacArthur. A second alleged plot to kill the general is dismissed as a fake.
Hazel Whitaker Vandenberg, 67, wife of Senator Arthur H. Vandenberg of Michigan, died early today after years of illness and two major operations in 1947. She led a varied career, served as national chairman of the University of Michigan Alumni Association, promoted a $1,000,000 women’s league building, and held roles in the Red Cross and sororities. A devoted partner to her husband, she accompanied him on international trips and often helped with his speeches and press work.
A humorous tale from New York recounts Elizabeth Baker receiving a mysterious ostrich egg. Guests opened the shell revealing a large yolk while stories of racing ostriches and a party at Willmar, Minnesota, add to the odd event. The piece ends with speculation on whether the ostrich will upend the hen's business in the egg department.
Chicago's famed gorilla Bushman, a 22 year old 550 pound giant long a top zoo attraction, is gravely ill from arthritis heart disease and age. Veterinarians treating him from a distance say entry to his cage is impossible and a 24 hour guard surrounds the enclosure as effort continues to coax a healthier diet and possible heart support.
The Bureau of the Census released a preliminary figure for Hope showing 4,002 residents, subject to revision after non resident returns and routine checks. Mayor Lyle Brown urged quick action, suggesting a review by the Chamber of Commerce to ensure all residents are counted.
Oren Harris, candidate for re election, announces the opening of campaign headquarters in the Randolph Hotel El Dorado with a district wide radio address from the Plantation Room Garrett on Saturday June 1 at o o clock. The public is invited to visit and participate in the opening events.
Rice state congressmen formally protested a proposal to eliminate tariff preferences for Cuban sugar. The reciprocity committee considering tariff adjustments this fall received the protest after a delegation argued Cuba would drop a preferred tariff rate on U S rice if the Cuban sugar tariff preference ends. The group included Ot Ate Norrell and Gathings.
Washington June 10 William W. Remington will quit his $10,000 a year commerce department post Monday to devote time to proving he never joined the Communist party. The wartime naval intelligence lieutenant will face federal court in New York Tuesday on an indictment alleging he lied about Communist membership. The resignation ends department proceedings seeking removal for maladministration and allows ongoing loyalty questions to fade. Mich ael H. Lee, another official under similar scrutiny, has not resigned.
Farmers needing funds to build repair or improve farm buildings may obtain rural housing loans from the Farmers Home Administration. Loans assist owners tenants and laborers with safe housing and essential farm structures. Interest is 4 percent with repayment over 5 to 33 years and early payoff encouraged. Contact W M Sparks county supervisor at Farmers Home Administration for details.
A fragmented report notes Monday discussions in Washington where the Senate agreed to a test vote as Senator Wash pressed for a lengthier session to push a bill. Democrats say a six month extension beyond June could pass, while the House lines up its own plans to vote on the measure.
At Memorial on the riverfront, Truman delivered a foreign policy talk to the 35th division reunion. The 88 year old former president voiced a clear stance on peace, reflecting on years of public service and international tensions.
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