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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1948
Page
3
Fragmentary letters accuse Henry A. Wallace of authoring controversial notes sent to Prof. Roerich and others. The writings reference mystical terms and sectarian phrases, with warnings about Wallace’s mental state and alleged connections to Roerich’s circle.
At Oaklawn Park Hot Springs the daily double paid 2129 dollars as eight players cashed in. Trot's Pride paid 58.20 and Magic Chief 185.40 in the two-race combo while the six furlong feature went to We Bishop's May Fly at 114 pounds with top sprinters of the 3-year-old class. P A Rothfuss Gain A'Foot s easily defeated nine Derby eligibles in the West Mountain Handicap, six furlongs in 1:12.2, paying 16.80 for a $2 bet with Brass Baby second and On The Way third.
Notice that Southwestern Bell Telephone Company applied for a rate adjustment in Arkansas. Hearing set March 16, 1948 at 10:00 A.M. in the State Capitol Building, Little Rock. Any authorized person or body may intervene and be heard as an original party. Arkansas Public Service Commission. Secretary M.H. Menafiy. March 2-19.
Entries list for Oaklawn Park shows first race at $1200 with 4 year olds and up including Sut Paixtil Akusha Ill Czech Lass 111, Miss Neteen 11Lt Wise Chance 116, and several others with eligibles such as Centre Ring 116 and Lookout Rascal 116. Second race at $1200, 3 year olds six furlongs with Alean 104, Tandis 107, Swift Fashion 116, Mountain Time 207, and others plus eligibles Magical Toy 112 and Deerfield 112. Third race at $1200 purse for 3 year olds, listed horses Forman 118, Medina Boy xia, Dusky's First 118, Portal Keeper 118, Battle H 118, Boss B 118, with Ted's Boy X113 among eligibles.
A collection of hand written letters filled with mystic references to leaders, gurus and iconic figures. The author speaks of beauty in nature, destiny and world unity while naming political figures and occult teachers, set against a Washington setting. The tone is lyrical and enigmatic with cryptic initials.
Gary Middlecoff a 24 year old dentist from Memphis Tennessee teamed with Jim Ferrier of San Francisco to win the Miami International four ball golf tournament by one hole over Ed Furgol of Pontiac Michigan and Ellsworth Vines of Los Angeles. The pair sealed the victory on the 36th hole after Furgol and Vines rallied to force the last juncture. Ferrier sank a 10 inch putt to clinch par four on the final hole.
The 1948 Associated Press first All American college basketball team includes players from Kentucky St Louis Notre Dame Iowa and Minnesota with George Kok of Arkansas among the third team. Seven others named to second and third teams along with 61 players receiving honorable mention.
A suit challenging a county treasurer's method of disbursing teacher salary money was dismissed by Pulaski County Treasurer Carrol Stegall in Little Rock on March 10. MackKrell sought an injunction against vouchers for teachers' ties to the Arkansas Education and National Education Associations and plans an appeal to the Supreme Court.
Detailed entries and alternates for upcoming races include horses such as Gold Call, Atlantic City, Stork of Peace, Lovers Lass, Franklin M, Black Fantasy, Propelled, Risky, Vine Major, Treasure Bound, River Jase, Missy Miss, Foxston It, and more. Also listed are fifth and seventh race fields, weights, and apprentices allowances with numerous named horses and entries.
Jonesboro and Hot Springs led the Class A Arkansas high school basketball tourney first round, advancing with ease. Jonesboro defeated Batesville, while Hot Springs beat Van Buren, setting up quarterfinals with North Little Rock, Newport, Fayetteville, Pine Bluff, Magnolia, and others at Robinson Auditorium in Little Rock.
Weather clear track fast at Oaklawn. Six furlong races feature Purse $1200 claiming open to four-year-olds and up with Pride, Pigeon Express and Mankeybob among top finishers in Race One. Second through eighth races include long shot payoffs, diverse entrants like Chief Atwood and Wonderwho, with a Daily Double payout of $2129.00 and overall strong show of stakes.
A dense listing outlines Wednesday and Thursday broadcasts with times for adventures, crime dramas, news, music, and variety shows. Notable entries include Superman Capt Midnight Tom Mix Fulton Lewis Gabriel Heatter and a range of musical programs, news editions, and sign-offs.
Hempstead Boy Scout District schedules an annual kite contest at the old airport on Highway No 4 west edge of Hope for Sunday afternoon March 14. Registration at info booth from 1 to 2 pm. Only registered kites count. Prizes for highest flight smallest idle largest oldest most beautiful ugliest. Kite fights follow judging with separate Cub Scout and Boy Scout events. Winners announced at 3 30 pm. all white troops and packs urged to participate. public invited.
The NAIB tournament narrows to eight after two days as sixteen teams survive. Power teams like Bernit Cris College Big Gold and Detroit clash in the lower bracket while defending champion Marshalk College leads the fast group. Remaining rounds set for today through Friday with the final Saturday night.
An Arab owned apartment house in the Kniamon quarter of Jerusalem was blown up last night. Police said one Arab man was killed and another was wounded in a half hour gun battle that followed the blast. High casualties are not confirmed. The article notes population growth since 1986.
Listing of NBC CBS ABC and MBS radio schedules for March 10 and Thursday includes Dennis Day Great Gildersleeve District Attorney Big Story drama Club Crosby Dr Christian Mark Warnow Romance drama Mayor of Town Vox Poppers Abbott and Castolini Bing Crosby Jimmy Stewart Fire Shoe Theater Racket Smash California Melodies Encore Theater Kate Smith Queen for a Day Fulton Lewis and Family Theater with Herbert Marshal Schedule shows by time and network in a compact guide.
Los Angeles bouts featured Jimmy Bivins and Tirkey Thompson with outpainted foes. In Salt Lake City Ullah stopped Shalky Waiebt while Ullah also faced Weiarts in New York. Triansia Lewis and Kang City had mixed results as payee Naval faced Sail Lake City challenges.
United Press reports a collage of boxing results across cities including New York Jersey City Manchester Pat Brady and Joe Gover. Several bouts end by outpoints with notable scores and ring appearances at arenas in New York Havana and White Plains.
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