Acid Tossed on Witness in Texas Bribe Case
In Conroe Texas an unknown assailant threw acid at Dr EE McMeans Jr a chiropractor who testified in the bribe investigation of State Rep James E Cox Cox said the attack may relate to the case McMeans suffered facial injuries but kept his composure at a local flower shop the incident was investigated by Texas Ranger Johnnie Klevenhagen Chief Eddie Stephan said hydro chloric acid was identified by a pharmacist and Cox resigned after being indicted in connection with a proposed naturopathy bill
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Conroe
Tex
James E. Cox
EE McMeads Jr
Cox
Texas
Johnnie Klevenhagen
MecMeans
Klevenhagen
Floyd Steward
McMeans
Austin
Homer Garrison Jr
State Department of Pubic Safety
Eddie Stephan
House of Representatives
House
MccMeans
Howard Harmon
San Antonio
Texas Naturopathis Physicians Association
Don’t Laugh Tomorrow You May Have the Gout
New York essay on gout blends humor and fact as a furious five day siege in bed with a fourth attack unfolds. It contrasts friends who listened with those who jeered while detailing gout’s nature, origins, and impact. Page continuation hinted.
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New York
Jose
State's Oldest Twins Observe Birthday in Conway
Conway report notes Arkane sas's oldest twins celebrated their first birthday with a family reunion. Mrs. T. J. Smith and Mel TY Snow, among the state’s oldest twins, attended with about 60 relatives. They hail from a Faulkner County family.
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Conway
Arkanesas
T. J. Smith
Mel TY
Snow
Faulkner County
Ghana Declares Independence From Britain
In Accra the Negro nation of Ghana proclaims freedom with Kwame Nkrumah as prime minister, a midnight flag ceremony replacing the Union Jack and fireworks and drums signaling the end of colonial rule. About 80,000 gather at the polo grounds to celebrate with chants of freedom and nationhood.
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Accra
Ghana
Belug
Colonal Africa
Kwame Nkrumah
Agera
Polo Grounds
Klipsch Speaker Demonstration At Hope Kiwanis
Kuipschorn models from Faul W Klipsch Associates were shown at the former Southwestern Proving Grounds near Hope. Colonel Klipsch outlined technical details and noted growth from one employee in 1948 to ten now. Charley Tarpley received Kiwanian of the Week honors from Frank Douglas as the club heard about the lab’s progress and local civic figures attended the event.
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Faul W. Klipsch &Associates
Southwestern Proving Grounds
Frank Douglas
Paul Pulwider
Austin
Pexas
F Pulwides
Virgi
Keeley
B.C. Hyatt
John Evrele
Bark Wye
Herbert Valentine Barkey Fuller
Harold Sandyix
Ray Furner
Bill Roulon
M. H. Perkins
He Kitloy
Pexarkana
Whiskey Still Destroyed Near Hope by Deputies
Deputies destroyed a still described as a hoodshine operation about 12 miles south of Hope. No one was harmed. Officers seized about 160 gallons of mash and thwarted the illicit setup.
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Hope
Thash
City Council Approves Court Costs and Revenue Plan
Hope City Council passed an ordinance to assess court costs with fines and set a revenue base for municipal operations. An agreement with Pete Martin covers municipal support management with an 80 day termination clause. Mayor Olsen projects about 2.01 dollars more revenue this year and 37,183 next year for streets, with funds directed to the Airport fund once base needs are met.
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Hope City
Pete Martin
Martin
Olsen
Hope
iRoge
Hill Cemetery
T. S. McDavitt
Ched Hall
Leon Bundy
T. J. McCabe
Roy Anderson
Army Plans No Cut at Texarkana Plant
Washington says no current plans to withdraw work from Lone Star Ordnance Plant near Texarkana Arkansas. Employment at Lone Star is about nine hundred forty and expected to level at five hundred. Army says it is maintaining steady employment within program limits despite postwar declines and two plants already shut down.
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Fulbeight
Ordnance Corps
Lone Star
We Bastion
Army
Texas
Tone Stay
Ardnanes
Antioch community named rural community of the year
The Craighead county community of Antioch was named rural community of the year by the Agricultural Extension Service for improvements in home management farming systems and community activities. Contests were sponsored with Arkla power and light Co Arkansas Progress Association and others.
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Little Rock
Craighead
Antioch
Agricultural Extension Service
Arkangag Power and Light Co
Arkansas Progss Association
Arkansas Council of Churches
Maat Cantor
McCakk
Tolyile
Passage of Middle East aid plan gains quick House fate
Senate approval of Eisenhower Middle East resolution 72 to 19 boosts chances for swift passage in the House. The measure promises U S backing against a Communist threat and calls for up to 260 million dollars in economic aid through July 1. The Senate added changes after lengthy debate, but Secretary of State CULLEN approved the Senate version, saying it aligns with the House bill.
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Washngton
Senate
Eisenhower
McCarthy
Wis
Jennerfiecdd
Miek Tone
Nev
Cullex Last Hight
House
Co op Plans to Improve Phone Exchanges
The Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative outlines an expansion to include Washington, Ozan and Columbus in Hempstead County. Plans call for modern dial service, re equipping with new equipment, and service for applicants not yet served. The cooperative operates non profit with one member one vote and aims for earlier rollout in 1958.
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Southwest Arkansas Telephone Cooperative, Inc
Formullatiog
Washington
Ozan
Columbus
Hempstead County
Hempstead
Coop
Sid Woodrow ‘W. Miner
Miner
RBA
U. S. Department of ‘Agriculture
United States
Dr Moore to Speak Wednesday Night at the Church
Rev Virgil D Keeles announces Dr R B Moore Sr district superintendent will speak Wednesday night at service. Moore's topic A Time of Great Division. He is among several guest speakers for The Week of Dedication with music led by Mr and Mrs Stulwider of Anuita, Lesas.
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Virgil D. Keeles
First Methodist Church
R.B. Moore Sr
Hope District
Moore
Spagiamusiy
Mrs. Stulwider
Anuita
Lesas
No Job for Ex Republican Chairman
Leonard Hall, former Republican chairman, reports say he has not been approached for any appointment. Senate and House Republicans plan a cocktail reception to honor him in the Senate Office Building, as party leaders weigh future roles for Hall. His friends expect a government post to keep him in the national spotlight, possibly a cabinet slot, though none opened.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Leonard Wy Holl
Ghairaman
Denary
Hill
Hall
Repubican
Senate
House
Whey Breve
Bovernont
New York
Foi
Tall
Bishop Holt Speaks at Hope Lions Luncheon
Bishop Ivan Lee Holt, head of the Methodist Church, spoke on Religion in Democracy at the Hope Lions Club luncheon held noon Monday at the Barrow Hotel. Kinard Young led the program and introduced Mr. and Mrs. Paul Fulwider of Austin First Methodist. The Fulwiders sang two numbers and Rev Virgil D. Keeley introduced the speaker. Guests included Mrs. Keeley Mrs Routon Mrs. B C Hyatt and Mrs Eva Teynerson. The Lions Membership Drive Banquet is set for Barrow next Monday at 7 p m.
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Ivan Lee Holt
Hope Lions Club
Barlow
Holt
Methodiat Church
Kinard Young
Paul Fulwider
First Methodist Church
Austin
Texas
M's. Fulwider
Routon
Virgil D. Keeley
M's. Keeley
B.C. Hyatt
Eva Teynerson
Lions
Barrow
Israel Forces Preparing Gaza Withdrawal After Invasion
Canadian and other allied units move toward Sinai as Israel signals pullout from Gaza area. Ben-Gurion government faces abstentious Knesset vote while Sharm el Sheikh remains contested. Final Gulf of Aqaba and Egyptian coast positions see mixed activity. withdrawal timing remains uncertain.
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Opin
Cineaell
Egypt
United Ma Fions
Tarai
David Ben-Gi- Non Hind
United States
U. WN
Knesset
Wilel Ottigthutys
Payin
Sharm Tl Sheikh Mang
Gulf of Aqaba
Ismaeli Mags
Gulf Coast
Guan
Road Bill Signed by the Governor
Governor Orval Faubus signed a bill adding 10 to 12 miles of rural roads to the state highway system. The Highway Commission claimed final authority over inclusion, while Highway Director Herbert Eldridge cautioned the commission could not veto the additions. A county committee would select roads to be added.
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Orval Ufiubus
State Highway Commission
Herbert Eldridge
Whdtridge
Town News Briefs From The Star Prompt Changes In Local Offices
Hope readers learn of changes in local optometry partnerships dissolving April 30 with Dr Guerin moving to 114 East End and Dr Brents to 3148 Main in the Mason Building. Alderman Roy Taylor pleads not guilty as other items note a State Class A game broadcast and various community updates.
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Harold M. Brents
Lloyd Guerin Canfir
Hope and Trade Area
Gurin
East End
L. M. Eile
Bronts
Gantine
Masunie
Roy Taylor
KXAR
Sid Ru-gers
George Peek
Gouge Wright
Witness in Union Rackets Probe to Take Lie Test
Washington report on a witness in the union rackets investigation who will undergo a lie detector test to challenge claims of pressuring a madam to run a cathouse. The test, to be administered by the Secret Service, aims to bolster or dispute testimony while committee leaders discuss whether others should also be tested.
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Washington
Nala Zisman
Dipper Pariland
John J. McClellan
D-Ark
Secret Service
Musman Mest
Helen Hardy
Portland
Anea
Ealt
Willan
Linggley
McClellan
Zugman
Asner
Zusman
Inndnn
Zungman
yIng
Sam Z. Ervin Jr
D-Nc
House Talks Up Two for Next Speaker
In Little Rock petitions circulate in the Arkansas House backing two candidates for the 1959 speaker. Veteran members back Rep Gene Freeman of Mississippi County while Reduck Oakes of Woodruff County gains support from younger members. The speaker is chosen on opening day. this year the process is mostly a formality.
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Little Rock
Keinaas
House
Gene Freeman
Mississippi County
Reduck Oakes
Woodraft County
Obid
Opkes
Evening Shade Baptist Church to Move Singing Service Date
J L Beckham announces regular monthly singing service at Evening Shade Baptist Church. It will be held on the second Sunday each month instead of the fourth. Services set for March 10 at 2 p.m.
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J. L. Beckham
Evening Shade Baptist Church
Weather Report From The Weather Experiment Station
The report covers 24 hours ending at 7 a m Wednesday with a high near 60 and a low around 43, total precipitation for the period about an inch. The year to date rainfall stands at 14.68 inches in Arkansas. Occasional rain through Thursday is expected, turning to freezing rain or snow in the west later tonight, with colder weather Thursday. Temperatures will average several degrees below normal through Monday, with heavy precipitation likely and scattered showers and thunderstorms possible.
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Arkansas
Perth
Elf
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