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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1956
Page
4
A feature notes outside experts weigh in on evaluating reliability and bias in dietary guidance. Analysts urge critical appraisal of sources and methods, highlighting varying nutrition perspectives and the impact of conflicting studies on public trust.
A Texarkana Gazette editorial advocates a realistic stance on Millwood's controversy. It argues against allowing private industry to pollute rivers, comparing water supply to a fixed resource and urging expert, unbiased study before proceeding with construction or expansion.
The Texarkana Gazette notes a pivotal debate over a Millwood reservoir tied to the Southwest Arkansas Water District. Downstream interests argue a reservoir would solve pollution, while upstream interests fear waste disposal would be blocked. A neutral study is urged to settle whether a reservoir would deter or enable industrial use, with Congress and Senator Kerr needing assurance Oklahoma gets a fair deal to speed the project.
The Eisenhower administration seeks to stop Senate efforts to reduce the 414 billion dollar foreign aid authorization bill. Majority Leader Johnson vows late night sessions to pass the measure and send it to conference with the House. After 11 hours of debate the Senate defeated four attempts to curb aid, including cuts proposed by Long Bridges Young and a Yugoslavia amendment. Continued on Page Two.
New York dispatch says negotiators face a midnight strike deadline for 630,000 steel workers after firing slows and officials weigh Taft Hartley action. President McDonald urges top company leaders to join talks while government says no immediate plan to block a shutdown. industry notes losses and continued operations amid looming walkout.
All Patmos residents and alumni are invited to a July 4 homecoming at the Patmos school starting at 10 a m An informal program will open the day followed by a noon picnic lunch attendees should bring a lunch soft drinks will be available The committee includes Paul McClellan Doris Jean Flowers E R Brown and Marcine Abbott Everyone is urged to attend
Arkansas senators split on two defeated amendments to the foreign aid bill. McClellan supported cutting aid to Yugoslavia and reducing total aid by over 1.7 billion dollars, while Fulbright aligned with the Majority to reject both amendments.
Secretary of Defense Wilson told Senate critics against seeking excessive U S military strength. He urged deterring war by honorable means and avoiding overarmament while stressing a dynamic, substantial force. Wilson prepared testimony for a Senate hearing on U S and Russian air power, after a briefing with President Eisenhower.
Arkansas Power & Light Co. asked the Public Service Commission to approve an eight million dollar loan arranged with Hanover Bank of New York. The funds would refund charges collected under bond to AP&L’s 273000 customers after a rate dispute. The utility will file with the SEC next week for approval.
Rita Hayworth, returning to films after three years, admits stage fright during early shooting of Fire Down Below on Tobago. The star, once linked with Dick Haymes and mired in studio disputes, plays opposite Bob Mitchum and Jack Lemmon as production unfolds under tense career pressures.
District department stores showed a 6 percent rise last week from a year earlier. Little Rock sales matched the prior year, gains ranged from 4 to 6 percent across St. Louis area Memphis Louisville and eight smaller cities. Four weekly totals ended last Saturday were 10 percent above 1955. Year to date district sales run 66 percent higher than last year.
Hempstead County ASC Committee outlines ACP Community boundaries within Hempstead County. Communities A through L cover townships and portions east or west of highways and rail lines, detailing areas like Springhill, Bodcanton, Ozan, Water Creek, Reed, and Mine Creek among others. A burglary at a tractor company in Columbus, Mississippi, involved a thief with an acetylene torch found on site.
Washington school teachers responding to a nationwide NEA survey blame parents for student misdeeds such as drinking, profanity, cheating, and insolence. They report increased student drinking and classroom discipline issues over the past decade, while most say overall behavior is still acceptable. Primary blame falls on irresponsible parents, poor home conditions, and mothers working, with less blame on television or cars. overcrowding and lack of special classes for retarded children cited as major issues.
A public works appropriation bill totaling 62.791 million dollars for flood control on the lower Mississippi and tributaries has been sent to the White House. President Eisenhower is expected to sign soon, with funds available starting July 1 for about 70 projects including construction, maintenance, and investigations.
In Poland a food riot led to 38 deaths and about 270 injuries. Doctors cautiously supported a mother's claim of a fatherless virgin birth, reporting extensive tests failed to disprove the possibility though not substantiating it. The Lancet study, led by Dr. Stanley Balfour-Lynn, noted no evidence linking the child to another man.
President Eisenhower plans increased activity today at Walter Reed Hospital as he prepares to leave tomorrow. James C Hagerty said he would use stairs and elevator, then walk outdoors, before moving to his Gettysburg farm for further convalescence. Hagerty declined to confirm earlier departure rumors with a smile.
Arkansas state Sen E J Byrd launches a petition drive to boost Sen Jon L McClellan as the Democratic presidential favorite at Chicago 1968 convention. The move, backed by Byrd and other colleagues, seeks Faubus support and signatures for a McClellan entry.
Postman John Derschon followed Postal Service advice and remained wary of dogs after a goose bite on his leg. He required time off to heal the injury, highlighting the advice as insufficient protection for workers dealing with animals on duty.
A downtown Jonesboro fire damaged four buildings occupying half a block. One fireman was injured. Fire Chief Ruff Coleman said the blaze began in a barber shop owned by Norman and James Holbrook and spread to nearby businesses. The loss was about 100000. Norman Holbrook suggested a hot water tank exploded. no shoppers were hurt.
City residents weigh a small Alligator zoo at Fairpark with Charlie Wilson and Tom Hays offering seven to eight foot specimens. Beard's Lake yielded eight gators in hunt last night, sparking interest from local business and visitors. Lawton Braves’ twin-kill combo Gary Anfierson and Ban Staniec headlines a strong infield, while Dr James W Branch returns from Chicago Post Graduate Bengal Medicine.
Warsaw asserts a bitter uprising in Poznan was crushed with up to 270 wounded and many killed. The city was reported back to normal as diplomats weigh Kremlin impact, while eyewitnesses described streets filled with bread banners and clashes as troops and police regained control.
Girl Scouts and Brownies will end their Day Camp at Fair Park. Committee chair Mrs J Wei Franks announced the closure with 25 girls and 17 Brgy members in attendance. Highlights included a cook-out and a final program with choral singing by cane members.
Contestants to enter the Beauty Razeant at Blakely on Wednesday July 4 include Archer, Robison, McGi, Billie Dawn Frank, Ann Hall, Ginny Herndon, Eppler and others. The winner will receive an all expenses paid trip to Hope Pool for a night at the hall. Remaining details unclear due to fragmented text.
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