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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1950
Page
3
A brief note by Alex H. Washburn reflects on daily bread and common items like cigars cigarettes, noting a disaster in chickens and its implications. The fragment hints at public concerns over food quality and poultry health.
A columnist recalls encounters with G I Hill of Dallas linked to Star of Hope history, notes on White’s cigars, and a Arkansas chicken truck accident near Shower and Third Streets. The piece reflects on railroad switchmen strikes, union action, and concerns about rail versus highway transport and job security.
A joint meeting between SWAP and the Chamber of Commerce advances the watern miclon festival at Patmos on Friday July 21. A queen contest will crown a candidate from each community, ages 15 to 23, judged on beauty and wifely potential. Events include a square dance public speaking a street parade and plenty of watermelons.
Arkansas forecast calls for fair conditions this afternoon and tonight through Sunday with little temperature change. High near 72 degrees and low temperatures similar, providing steady, mild conditions.
Paris June 24 the French National Assembly ousted Premier Georges Bidault and his coalition cabinet after 335 votes against and 210 for a government motion of confidence The move reflected a clash over wage increases for government workers and signals a shift in France's postwar fourth republic politics with potential repercussions for the Schuman plan and European industry coordination.
President Truman prepared to deploy 600 Europe bound students on the military transport Ballou after the Svatiars was barred as a firetrap. Navy Rear Admiral Callaghan offered Ballou with two conditions: a contract release from the Svatiars and payment of Ballou expenses, potentially around 200000. If arrangements hold, Ballou sails to Rotterdam on Tuesday, replacing the government ship laid up after refugee service.
The King Salomon Grand Lodge will meet in Hope June 25 27 for a statewide Negro Masonic gathering. The annual sermon will be preached at Lonoke Baptist Church Sunday night at 8 o'clock. All Masons and affiliated groups meet at Yerger High School at 7 p m Sunday and march to the church for services. Business sessions are set for Monday and Tuesday at Yerger Elementary.
In Ward 4 A E Slugser filed to run for alderman opposing Charlie Taylor. In Ward 2 Ernest Ridgdill announced he would oppose Paul Raley for the alderman seat.
Five major railroads including Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Chicago Great Western and Denver and Rio Grande Western face a switchmen strike set to begin tomorrow at 6 a m local time. Four lines plan to stop operating, while mediation efforts by Francis A. O Neill report no progress. The walkout targets a 40 hour week with 48 hours pay, opposed by the union arguing it would reduce take home pay.
McMath formally opens his campaign for re election as governor in Pine Bluff tonight. Former Gov. Ben Laney plans a counter speech in Morrilton, aiming to offset McMath. Laney hinted at a major address soon while McMath’s team predicts large crowds on special trains for support.
Read fragments note sapphire items with varying quality including some gems and others only suitable for rough processing. Market mentions potential buyers and general stone evaluation but readable details are limited.
The wax preserved body of Maria Goreti, "martyr of purity," is shown in St John and St Paul basilicas as crowds witness her elevation to sainthood. A vast outdoor ceremony in St Peter's Square is planned with Pope Pius XII to canonize the murdered girl. The case recalls Aloysius Gonzaga's mother seeing her child beatified over a century ago.
The University of California dismissed 157 faculty and staff who refused to sign non Communist pledges, effective June 30. Regents approved after a stormy session, with 18 of 24 voting in favor. Names were not released. rehire possible upon signing contracts. Administration cited need to purge communism while preserving private conscience.
The Prescott Community Band drawn from Prescott Hope Gordon and Philadelphia will start summer practice at 7 30 Monday night at the Legion Hut in Prescott Director R L Linblad said all members should enroll the first night Concerts will be held each Friday night at the courthouse square in Prescott Musicians should bring their instruments and music stands
HAL BOYLE explores how women would be drawn into future wars, with Rosie the Riveter becoming frontline workers and debate over women serving as soldiers. Veterans voice mixed reactions about women in battle, some supporting duty while others fear hardships and unequal roles.
All Hempstead county dairy breeders are called by the Chamber of Commerce to meet at the City Hall Hope on Monday June 26 at 7 p.m. to discuss the dairy industry's future. Local citizens interested in helping the dairy men with current problems are invited to attend.
Washington reports a fresh senate flareup over the Atomic Energy Commission centered on acting chairman Sumner T. Pike. Pike’s renomination faced a sharp rebuff as the senate house AEC committee delayed action at the request of Sen. Hickenlooper, with committee chair Sen. McMahon noting the hold while three other nominations were approved. A hearing for Pike was planned for Tuesday, pending Hickenlooper’s stance, as the AEC prepares a working directorate with or without Pike.
A pint sized intruder believed to be Irish broke into Marlborough House and stabbed the queen mother’s housekeeper Mrs Jalice Knight in the head and shoulders after being spotted on the roof. The assailant then assaulted assistant housekeeper Mrs Ralph before fleeing. The 83 year old queen mother slept through the attack and chase. Police captured the intruder in the basement hours later.
Southampton New York June 24 two Arkansans aided the United States senior golf team to sweep all eight Scotch foursome matches and defeat the Canadian seniors in the Duke of Devonshire cup. Wadley Texarkana 73 and Gardiner White New York beat Paget and Baker 21 2 1 2. Creekmore Fort Smith and Smith Cadling Ohio beat Lewis and Steward 30. Final point standing 9 0 in Pekia.
A Northwest airliner with 53 aboard is missing over Lake Michigan after wind storms lashed the area. Coast Guard crews located an oil slick and wreckage markers about nine miles southeast of Milwaukee as rescuers evaluate possible underwater recovery and confirm whether the DC-4 has sunk. The flight originated from New York en route to the Pacific Northwest, with Captain Lind and a crew of three aboard.
A fragment discusses the Smith Act as a federal crime, debating whether being a party member constitutes a crime. It questions if Congress or a witness can be compelled to testify about party membership and the implications of self incrimination. The text hints at prosecutions for membership and the constitutional interplay amid political tension.
Senate investigators pressed the Justice Department for the full FBI recorded transcript of a 1945 conversation between Amerasia editor Philip Jaffe and diplomat John Service. The inquiry, led by Tydings and Lodge, studies McCarthy charges and Amerasia files, with partial FBI testimony already received and a push to obtain the complete text.
Police investigate break in at Schooley's Store last night after entry to living quarters. Mrs Carl Schooley's purse reported missing with $36 in money and a Rosary stolen.
Washington June 23 President Truman nominated Frank L Brummitt today to be Stuttgart Arkansas postmaster.
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