Petitions filed seek 3 percent sales tax vote in 1958
Hope publisher Alex Washburn leads petition drive with about 52,000 signatures from 80 counties to refer the 3 per cent sales tax to a public vote. Signatures delivered to state secretary before deadline. If approved, the tax stays. if rejected, rate reverts to 2 per cent.
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McClellan Signals Unions Under Study in Hearings
Senator McClellan of Arkansas said hearings may be held on carpenters, operating engineers, and sanitation workers unions, possibly rivaling the Teamsters probes. He spoke in Arkansas during flood control project ceremonies at Greers Ferry Dam and Dardanelle Dam and noted ongoing inquiries into bakers unions and parallel unions. He plans to resume the labor management committee hearings June 20 and to convene a session on a lobbying bill he introduced.
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Army Re-enters Ark La Gas Rate Case Fallout
The Army seeks rehearing of Ark La gas rate boost after PSC order upheld by Arkansas Supreme Court. Pine Bluff Arsenal in dispute over fair field price method. Army argues no PSC hearing on Supreme Court mandate and errors in compliance.
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Former Hope Man Dies in England Arkansas
Herbert Kennedy of Hope formerly, died yesterday at his home in England Arkansas. Son of Neath Kennedy and the late Dr Kennedy, services will be held at England.
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Eisenhower’s youngest brother treated for kidney infection
Ike’s youngest brother Milton S. Wisehower, 57, oldest of President Eisenhower’s siblings, was admitted to Johns Hopkins Hospital with a kidney infection. Doctors list his condition as satisfactory though the duration of treatment is uncertain.
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Civil Rights Bill Faces Southern Strategy in House
Washington reports the House Civil Rights bill moves toward a potential vote while Southern opposition debates delaying tactics or a rapid test. Debate has ended and amendments begin as administration support aims to extend federal court injunction powers and jury trial guarantees in contempt cases.
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Man Turns Toys Into Success In Investment Banking Comeback
A man who once lost interest in toys redefined success by returning to investment banking after years away. He credits his daughter Gail Gochenour for inspiring a shift to create age appropriate toys, and to harness child play for development. He launched a venture focusing on loan funding and toy development, aiming to help parents buy better suited toys for children’s growth.
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Train Hits Truck Kill 12 in Colorado Sugar Beet Field
A freight train struck a truck carrying farm workers near Vroman Colorado killing at least 12 and injuring five. Most victims were mangled beyond recognition. authorities varied on the exact count from 12 to 18. Survivors included several from Rocky Ford and La Junta areas. the incident occurred while the truck turned from U.S. Highway 80 into a farm access road.
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Realtor Sees a Return to the Cities
Wilam Zeckendorf of Webb Knapp predicts a shift from suburbs to city centers with new tall apartments near shops and parks. He spoke at the National Citizens Planning Conference to about 1,500 attendees, noting downtown retail revival as slums decline. President Eisenhower sent a congratulatory telegram, while others urged separating cars from future downtown design.
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Homecoming Observance at Holly Grove Methodist Church
Homecoming at Holly Grove, ten miles north of Hope, features Sunday tune program with evening services and singing. The event includes a ground-meeting moment and a postafternoon gathering, with placeholder notes indicating program items.
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Convict Chessman to Get New Hearing After ruling
In San Francisco, lawyers for Daryl Chessman agreed that a U S Supreme Court decision requires a new hearing on the record of his Las Vegas 1944 trial. Chessman, sentenced to death under California’s Little Lindbergh Law for kidnapping with bodily harm, says the ruling clears the way for a new trial.
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Las Angelas
California
Ybas
Black man drowns at Lewisville Lake during boat crossing
A 82 year old Black man identified as Perry Ward drowned when his boat sank near Spirit Lake about 10 miles northwest of Lewisville. Ward went under before his wife could reach him. his body was recovered four hours later by Lafayette County officials and the Magnolia emergency rescue unit.
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Final Rites Held for Mrs Parker in Hope Arkansas
Mrs Parker 65 died at home Monday. Final rites were held 2 pm Wednesday at West Methodist Church led by Rev Virgil Keeley with burial at Hose Hill Cemetery. Survivors include three sons Dais of Abilene Charley of Tulsa and Donald of Hope and a sister Mrs Mary Ashby of Hope. pallbearers listed.
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Hope
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Louis Cral
Fred Lugh
Wade Gilbert
Paul Cook
Henry Nurvell
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Burglars Hit Post Office at Ozan and Macedonia
Police report burglars struck the Ozan post office and the Macedonia community store last night. The post office missing parcel post packages. At the store, run by a Black owner, thieves took $15 cash cigarettes traceries and a pistol. Two suspects are at large.
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Wheat Program Still Not Known for Wheat Referendum
Washington officials warn farmers will not know the soil bank program details before the June 30 voting on marketing quotas for the 158 crop. Agriculture officials hoped Congress would finalize soil bank funds and announce specifics, but the House approved a one year extension while the Senate Appropriations Committee favors delaying action.
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Body Recovered From River Near Blytheville
The body of Dodd Thompson, 40, of Blytheville, was recovered from the Cache River yesterday after a truck plunged from a bridge. The driver Floyd Young, 4, also of Blytheville, suffered minor injuries. Witnesses said Young attempted to rescue Thompson before the truck left the bridge. State Police cited a faulty bridge hole as the cause of the crash.
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Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip to visit United States in October
The White House announced that Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip will make a six day October visit to the United States at President Eisenhower's invitation. They will land October 16, attend Jamestown's 850th anniversary, then stay in Washington for a three day state visit and may stop in New York City. Their last U.S. trip was 1981 when Elizabeth was still a princess.
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Five Injured in Accident Here Monday
Five persons were injured when a car driven by Melvin Johnson of Hope ran out of control and struck a telephone pole on Third Street. The car sustained heavy damage and injuries included cuts, bruises, and a broken arm for Mrs Lucy Mouser of Fulton. A second incident on Third and Shoyer caused minor damage to Officer Raymond Pedron’s parked car.
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Fulton
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Baytown
Texas
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Retirements and local notices in Nevada County
All Around Town summarizes retirements and community events. Elton retires as a master sergeant after 21 years in May 1953 while others approach retirement with longer service. Local figures attend meetings, scholarships are awarded, and Nevada County residents participate in events and school activities, reflecting a broad slice of town life.
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Alvice
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Woman Wounds 3 Sons Then Kills Herself
In Little Rock a desperate woman wounded her three sons in their beds before turning a .25 caliber pistol on herself. Coroner Disbourgh reported the mother, Mary Sharp, had been despondent for months. The boys aged seven and younger were found gravely wounded. the house showed neglect with dishes piled up and scattered clothing. A note indicated she planned the act for some time and a will was found beneath her body.
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Weather Station Report Details 24 Hour Outlook
Weather Center reports 24 hours ending 7m with 1.76 inches June rain and 43.25 inches year rainfall. Red and Little Rivers index show falling levels. Little River to drop below flood stage by noon Tuesday. Denison Dam discharge 74 920. Red River decline slower. Northwest Arkansas forecast: cloudy, warm, with scattered thundershowers through Thursday. highs in upper 60s to mid 90s across districts.
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