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Newspaper

Hope Star

Location

Hope, Arkansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1961

Page

4

Put Aside Cold War in Congo Crisis, UN Told

United Nations, N Y AP The United States urged that the resumed U N General Assembly focus on urgent issues and avoid broad war matters. Ambassador Adlai Stevenson discussed the agenda with Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyka but no agreement was reached.

Congo United Nations N.Y United States U.N. General Assembly U.S Adlai BE. Steynson Stevenson Andrei A. Gromyka

Sees Quick Integration at Little Rock

AP reports Citizens Council president Guthridge claimed some Little Rock students will be half Negro and white next September offering no proof. A federal court overturned the district’s pupil placement for high schools in 1959 and indicated junior high schools should be integrated next fall. Guthridge says the board is caught in its own integration trap after replacing Dr. Malcolm Taylor as Citizens Council president.

Little Rock Vassal Citizens Council Odgay Amis. Guthridge Lille Rock Parent-Teacher Association Little Racknge Board Guthridge Malcolm Taylor Citizens Council

Weather Summary From Dxperiment Station Report

Weather data for 24 hours ending 7 a.m. Tuesday shows high 82 and low 55 with 1961 precipitation totals, and 7.03 inches through February. Arkansas reports cloudy mild conditions with late showers and thunderstorms, clearing Wednesday. highs 65 today, 60s tonight, Wednesday mid 60s to mid 70s. Louisiana mostly cloudy with scattered showers, cooler Wednesday, lows 44 to 52 north, 60 to 70 elsewhere, highs Wednesday 72 to 85.

Arkansas Associated Press Louisiana Perion

Severe Weather Warning for North Arkansas and nearby regions

The Weather Bureau issued a severe weather forecast predicting thunderstorms forming in Oklahoma and north central Texas will intensify this afternoon as they move northeast. Severe thunderstorms with tornadoes are expected from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. along and within 60 miles of a line from Ardmore Oklahoma to Flippin Arkansas, including Bett on, Carroll, Boone, Marion, Washington, Madison, Newton, Searcy, Crawford, Franklin, Johnson, Pope, Van Buren, Sebastian, Logan, Conway, Scott, Yell and Polk counties.

Little Rock Weather Bureau Oklahoma Texas Atd Ardmore Okla Flippin Ark Arkansas Bettton, Carvrall Boone, Marion Washington Madison, Newton Searcy Crawford Pranklin Johson, Pope, van Buren, Sebastian, Logan, Conway Scott Yell and Polk

Bill Okayed for Cities to Expand Taxes

In Little Rock the Arkansas Senate approved a 25 50 proposed constitutional amendment to expand taxing power for cities and towns sending the measure to the House after debate. Other proposals were House resolutions and will be taken up in the lower chamber. Senator Harvey urged passage stating relief is needed. Senator Wade proposed an alternative with retained limits. Also, Bradley withdrew a retirement bill as a study committee will review teacher retirement before 1963. The Senate sent a House-passed bill to Gov Faukus barring double prosecutions after convictions or acquittals in federal or other state courts on related offenses.

Leon Hatch Little Rock Senate Robert Harvey Swifton Arkansas Municipal League Harvey Clifton Wade Fayetteville Siervey Jom Eldridge Augusta Wade Douglas Bradley Jonesboro Robert Hays Williams Russellville Bradley Orval Faubus Arkansas Legis Tatare Perry Paul van Balseng Fauhis ABA Panhas Tanbus Alab AWA House Uhe Lee Bearden Teachville

Elderly Pair Hurt in Storm in Arkansas

In WALMRIDGE Arkansas an elderly couple suffered injuries when a windstorm wrecked their house during a turbulent weather day in east Arkansas. Mrs Wall 88 was trapped in the rubble and her husband 74 located her after neighbors assisted two hours later. They were hospitalized. A tornado was sighted about 25 miles north Sunday night and a separate storm damaged a hospital under construction near Mountain View.

Walmridge Ark Arkansas John Wall Lair Ghout Here Carlisle Ait Mountain View Drage Wis

Liz Taylor In Critical Condition In London Hospital

Elizabeth Taylor remains gravely ill as seven doctors confer at her bedside in London. A friend notes momentary improvement and hope while Miss Taylor fights pneumonia. Queen's physician Lord Evans joins the medical briefing as her parents Francis and Dara Taylor hurry to the London Clinic.

London API Elizabeth Taylor Jane Suzane Cardoza Queen Elizabeth Lord Evans Miss Taylor's Hospital London Francis Taylor Miss Taylor

Band Meet Set Thursday Night

A band meeting is set for Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in the Band Building for anyone interested in playing an instrument. Those without an instrument can be supplied one, and you do not need to be a professional to participate.

Myon

Additional Funds for Farm Housing

Lee Farmers Home Administration allocates 50 million dollars for farm housing loans. County supervisor N. N. Daniel announced sufficient funds to cover eligible rural families through the fiscal year, after prior loans nearly exhausted the prior allotment. Loans run 1 percent interest, repayable up to 33 years, with applications at the local Farmers Home Administration office in the Courthouse in Lope on Mondays and Thursdays.

Lee Farmers Home Administration N. N. Daniel U.S Farmers Home Administration Lope Daniel

Grandson of Hope Couple Is Killed in Accident

Robert Smith aged unknown son of Homer Smith formerly of Hope and grandson of Mr. and Mrs Clyde Smith of Hope died in a workshop accident yesterday afternoon in rainy Texas. Mineral services to be held in Drvan Texas Wilner.

Robert Smith Sciwt Texas Rand Hoon Clyde Smith Hope Homer Smith Drvan Wilner

Burglars Probe Plaza Cafe Heist Amid Narrow Break In

Burglars struck the Plaza Cafe last night, making off with cash and cigarettes. Entry was gained by forcing a back door with a tool, and the thieves fled toward the main road. The exact amount stolen remains undetermined.

Guy Aranee Abe Tikes Oeigaretts Meas Rat

Amendment to limit justice of the peace with county quotas

A proposed constitutional amendment would set one justice of the peace for every 5 000 residents in a county with two JP positions per township. It would overhaul JP counts, previously tied to last general election votes, and accompany a salary increase for state officials. A related measure would create an Inmate Rehabilitation Board to explore prison rehab possibilities.

Rimle Arekansas Galaries County Offichads Clavell County Rey Raymond Mays Mays Jps Pulaski County Dine Justice of the Peace Earlie

Farmer Killed in Gun Accident Near Guy Arkansas

A 62 year old retired farmer died after a .22 rifle caught in a fence near his home in Guy Arkansas Monday The weapon struck the man in the forehead causing fatal injuries according to police.

Guy Ark Fred Joy Lane Sid

Faubus Wins Two Legislature Battles on Bills

Arkansas Governor Faubus scores two victories as omnibus construction and teacher retirement bills pass the House, moving to Faubus for signature. Debate centers on funding levels and risks to education funds, with ABA opposition and looming veto threats shaping the final week.

Faubus

Election Cases Heard at Lonoke

Lonoke Ark AP two ten indicted by a Prairie County grand jury in connection with selection irregularities will have their cases heard without a jury. Tangle Boyd of Thizen faces charges of betting on the election of former state son Jerry Sevee ton and dr Gunter in Wis t sim Imee's Democratic primary. No date set for the hearing. Seveeton defeated in the November general election day write in candidate Charles Ly George of Cabot.

Lonoke Ark APY Tangle Boyd Thizen Wnt Chambers Carliste Jerry Seveeton Dr Gunter Wist Sim Imee Seveeton Charles Ly George Cabot

All Around Town Hempstead County Wildlife Association Met

Hempstead County Wildlife Association meets at 7 38 in Hempstead Courthouse with program chairman Jerome Duffie presenting two wildlife films. Pvt Hansford J Long recently completed advanced weapons training at Fort Riley Kan and is now stationed in Baumholder Germany for 18 months. Seaman recruit Wade son of James Wade of Hope completed basic training at San Diego Naval Training Station. Captain Marley Montgomery promoted to major at Fort Monroe where he serves in Aviation. His parents Mr and Mrs Ocean B Montgomery of Prescott Wa 5 note his WWII service as a Tunisia pilot and Pacific Theater veteran. He attended the University of Oklahoma two years, recalled to active duty in 1950, served in Korea, now resides at Fort Monroe with wife, Dune. Mr and Mrs Cecil Trip of Prescott express appreciation for community kindness after their home fire. Centerville organizes a 4 H Club March Thursday at 7 30 p.m. at the home of Mr and Mrs Vernie Goynes. Snell Cemetery Assn of Emmet urges dues of 49 61 to Mrs Allene Noad Ophelia Thompson or Mrs Alis Townsend, Townsend secretary treasurer. Mrs M Gilbert is president and Mrs Marv Hullison is vice president.

Hansford J. Long Marylin Hope Man Joe Long McCaskill Fort Riley Kan Baumholdjar Germany San Diego Naval Cr. Wade James Wade Thealoy University of Oklahoma Korea Hampton Va Fort Munroe Dune

Faubus Fails to Advance Amendments in Legislature

The Legislative Joliet Constitutional Amendments Committee listed three amendments for referral, excluding Gov. Orval Faubus proposed integration amendment. His plan would guarantee a free public education for those in mixed classes and prevent compulsory integration. Committee backed other measures to adjust tax limits, districting for bonds, and voting machine use, while shelving Faubus’ quickie amendment.

Weather Storms Rule Nation As Low Pressure Roars

A massive low pressure system sparked tornadoes windstorms and heavy precipitation from the Southwest across the Midwest to the Northeast. The Weather Bureau blamed the storm’s path for widespread damage including downed power lines and ruined property as temperatures cooled and heavy rain and snow moved through.

Associated Press Biereau Chicago Towa Minutsuta Nebraska Wisconsin Beast Hyee Cora Midwest Heaely Alabama Alanta Mississippi Feels Peaifie

Legislature Battles Truck Fees Amid Highway Finance Fight

Lawmakers debated raising truck weight limits and levying higher fees to fund highway improvements. Proponents argued increased weights would cut transport costs and draw industry to Arkansas, while opponents warned of highway strain and higher costs for commerce. Debates featured Rep. Hardy Croxton and Rep. Q. P. Hammons with others citing industry impact on western Arkansas.

Trenton Chinly Hardy Croxton Arkansas Abkansas Croxton St. Francis Q. P. Hammons Pike County Alvis Stokes Wight

Indonesia to Buy More Surplus Rice Under Act

Senate committee member Fulbright reported that Indonesia will purchase 3,000 tons of surplus rice under the Surplus Commodities Act, adding to 75,000 tons bought earlier. Pakistan is expected to sign for 30,000 tons, exhausting available surplus for disposal to countries. He urged higher GL rice acreage to meet domestic and export needs.

Washington Agriculime Department Senaoty J. W. Walbright Ark Indonesia Fulbright Pakistan Fulbright Vsaid Secretary of Agriculture Orville 1. Freemani

Benefit Dinner Here Friday at the Barlow

A benefit dinner to support the American Nurses Pennstilion Drive is planned for Friday March 10 at the Barlow. The "Help yourself" event offers a smorgasboard with improved standards and new medical discoveries. Adults pay $1.25 for children under hours of age.

Barlow

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