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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1948
Page
4
A concise commentary by Alex H. Washburn examining liberal ideas and their implications. The piece presents a reflective stance on liberalism from a historical perspective, highlighting key themes and questions for readers.
The piece features James Thrasher discussing Fair Employment Practices and its clash with constitutional rights, arguing the bill harms free association and could push private industries toward state control. It also covers General Eisenhower’s final staff report, stressing war lessons, peace prospects, and warnings about recurring conflict.
Twenty years ago today Hope outlined plans to prepare for 4000 visitors in April. Hempstead received an auto license fund payment of 87 032 dollars as part of a state program. Governor Marlneould resigned amid political turmoil and a Washington Discovery Night program featured local performers Imogene Ryvinson Reba May Gray Carrigan Moss Howe and Nelson Prodigny featuring Jack Muhall and Dovely Mecky at a local theater.
The Hope High School office was entered last night and robbed of between 200 and 300 dollars in cash and more than 500 dollars in checks. Police say a file was used to break a lock. the cash was in five metal boxes from the cafeteria and the checks varied in amount. The incident occurred between midnight and 7 am.
Prague reports a criminal court ordered confiscation of a three power denunciation on the Communist seizure of power as U S and British copies were circulated by the U S Information Service. The action targets editorials and statements. about 2,000 copies had been distributed. Police ordered withdrawal of the display from windows.
Otilio Wate Blanes, whose election was voided by Congress, is jailed on charges of complicity in the killing of two customs guards. Army troops arrested him and six allies in a private home as riots and election turmoil unfold in San Jose.
Senate hearings allege Thomas B. McCabe ordered the tails cut from nearly new B 25 bombers to forestall bad publicity in a war surplus sale to a private Chinese firm. Tobey cites Brig Gen Johnson and T L Soong in a charge of manipulated disposal and press suppression. In a separate tale, Jess Willard Griffin of Lewisville retraces a race route to recover a wallet lost with $2750, finding $150 left in a mud pocket after a cautious police search.
Washington proposes a veto-free world agency to curb aggression and subversion, backed by Republican senators as an amendment to the Marshall Plan. The plan envisions a supreme council with seven votes, including permanent UN seats, and mandatory defense funding from signatories, linked to Europe recovery funding cuts.
Firefighters answered two calls today. Both incidents caused very little damage. One blaze affected a house on Jones Street with minor damage and another on 504 North Flazed Street, a black house, sustaining minor fires.
Cullman Alabama March 3 A court was asked to declare Gov. James E. Fossom the lawful husband of a 30 year old divorcee and father of her baby boy. Two suits filed in circuit court claim Folsom was the common law husband of Christine Putnam Folsom and father of 22 month old James Douglas. One suit by the mother says she also used the name Mrs Christine Johnston. The other suit is by the child acting through a next friend James J Putnam Johnston's brother. Folsom, a six foot eight widower with two children, was en route to Washington when suits were filed. He is a Democratic presidential candidate and formerly Cullman Insurance man before election as governor in 1946. Mrs Johnston formerly was identified as ern- Continued on Page Two
Four precincts reported 393 votes in a city election with Ward 1 at the Fire Station leading with 228 ballots. Ward 2 at the Courthouse had 63 votes, Ward 3 at City Hall 65, and Ward 4 27. Officials anticipate total turnout near 700 to 800 by 1 p.m. today.
Governor Thomas E Dewey moves to secure primary aides as he seeks the GOP presidential nomination with contests in New Hampshire Wisconsin and Oregon. Linney vows active involvement while Dewey faces rival bids from Stassen and Eisenhower amid shifting 1944 party dynamics.
New York essay explores life between youth and age, arguing middle age is a fraught, largely unspoken phase. It notes Americans insist on youth, mocks “middle-aged” self-perception, and describes signs like vanity, hangovers, and the rise of middle age spread.
The Hope Arkansas council approved a resolution to submit annexation of about 225 acres, increasing population by 700 to 860, including Magnolia Addition and nearby lands. The plan, tied to a general election in late summer, faces county approval after voter consent. Prosecutor Pilkinton urged confidence in the city police amid complaints of drunkenness and disorder as he pressed for enforcement and a sheriff crackdown.
The American Red Cross marks 1947 as the peak year for disaster relief, aiding over 300,000 people with more than $10 million in aid after 142 fires, 50 floods, 41 tornadoes, three hurricanes, and other events across four states and Alaska. It notes 1,260 direct deaths, about 31,000 buildings damaged or destroyed, and extensive farmland losses, with widespread cooperation from Weather Bureau, armed services, and authorities.
Hope-Brevins School teachers to lead pram duties at Hempstead County Classroom Teachers meeting in the Jocai High School Library Thursday at 7 30. President Mrs Elisee Geoch announced the program with Mrs Ivitia Bean speaking on Federal Aid Can Be Achieved and Mrs Bo Kk McMaher moderating. Blevins faculty member will discuss Pennsylvanian Duties and Responsibilities.
The WOW lodge will entertain at City Hall with a free movie and music by the Tempe Melody Boys. The event begins at 7 30 p m on Saturday and invites the public to attend.
Southerners threaten to walk out of the Democratic National Convention to oppose President Truman's civil rights program. They demand a states rights plank or full walkout, risking a major disruption with as many as 292 delegates potentially abstaining or leaving.
Secretary Marshall and Secretary Forrestal told Congress Greece and Turkey face grave danger without U S military aid. They testified for 275 million dollars for guns planes and weapons, break down details show 200 million free aid to Greece and 75 million to Turkey. They cited Communist threats and regional importance as justification for rapid action.
Instruments will be on display at 7 30 PM in the high school band room. Parents interested in enrolling their children in the band are invited to view the instruments and discuss with Director Cannen.
Rep Repan Jean and Rep Wolcott critique the March steel price boost as the worst outcome, warning companies pressuring workers for higher wages. Taft chairs economic committee hearings to decide if further inquiry is needed and whether to issue formal findings on the price jump.
Helsinki reports President Juho Paasikivi shows impatience over Parliament delays in briefing him on negotiable terms with Russia. Government circles say groups are split over defense measures and the pact while Paasikivi fears delaying tactics may hinder a favorable basis for negotiation. Meetings and parliamentary discussions were scheduled as leaders weigh how to approach Stalin's terms.
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