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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1950
Page
3
A German news note recalls anger at the Saar basin self governance deal with France and transfer of coal-field rights. The piece questions who was foe or ally in World War III, arguing the Saar arrangement shows the limits of Allied plans and German voice in postwar shaping.
A blaze late last night nearly wiped out the Diamond Cafe and Cafeteria kitchen. Manager Robert Carroll said it started from a gas accumulation and damaged heavy equipment, with the fire spreading to the second floor before the department contained it.
A weather forecast notes showers this afternoon in northwest Arkansas and northern areas, with lingering showers in the east and south. Sunday is expected to be cloudy across the region with continued showers in parts, affecting the usual coastal and inland zones.
Dr Charles G Lincoln Arkansas extension entomologist spoke at the Hempstead county courthouse about targeting infestations before insecticide use. He outlined calcium arsenate mixes and organic options, noted 1949 field observations on weevil hibernation, and urged soil prep, fertilization, cultivation, seed treatment and cost-effective poisoning programs for effective cotton insect control.
Honor roll list for Okay Elementary's 4th six weeks includes 1st to 8th graders with no absences beyond 3 days and grades at least B. Notable names include Eddie Bell, J W Reed, Nina Collins, Wanda Reed, William Marshall Sanders, and Helen Webb among others. The piece also notes John Coker as the first white man to see the Teton grange in western Wyoming in 1807.
Miss Dorothy Kenyon will testify before a senate sub committee to challenge Senator McCarthy’s charge she belonged to pro Red groups. She spoke at a 100th anniversary of the Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania and defended her past affiliations as she prepares to attack McCarthy.
The Blevins High School junior class will present its annual play The Stow Poke a two act comedy drama with sponsor Mrs Harry Owen announcing the cast including Clendene Zumwalt Lula Bea Rhodes Carole Huskey Billie Ann Stephens John Lyle Faye Hicks Linda Sweat Oma Faye Hicks Clinton Porterfield Trudy Nivens Donita Nivens and Gene Kidd.
Pell City Alabama March 31 a high ranking Ku Klux Klansman and two men were freed on murder charges in the night gang slaying of Charlie Hurst a country storekeeper Released from jail were Rev Alvin Harn Jesse Wilson and E L Hudson all from Talladega Three others remain held on murder charges and charges against the withdrawn defendants were dropped by motion of the district attorney with no statement given Stilwell n fation mustee charges against Albert Wilson Charles Carlisely Jr and Claude Fuker remain.
The U S government seeks a new trial in a land condemnation case where a former government attorney won a large judgment for property owners. Judge Harry D Lemtey would resume hearings today as the attorney John E Harris of Fort Smith faced questions about confidential information and ethics.
Washington reports that Karl Fuchs confessed to passing atomic secrets to Russia and may have exposed U S data on A bomb production and stockpile. Senate atomic energy leaders reviewed the confession behind closed doors after information was redacted.
The fragment notes Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming extending about 27 miles, with a reference to Jackson Hole being designated as a national monument in 143, though the details are unclear.
A new Republican drive to remove Secretary of State Acheson emerges amid the Communist hunt. Senator Wherry assailed Acheson as unfit for “bungling” the Gubitchev case, urging law’s course as Russians call the move weakness. McCarthy links to Hiss and notes Mrs Acheson as a front sponsor to illustrate unintended ties to Communist groups.
Stepiens reports rapid activity as Wild cat tests target multiple fields in Columbia Quachita and Wesson areas. Operators such as Davis, Parnell Austus Bibby and Ormeenhd advance wells with depths from about 2,000 to over 4,000 feet, aiming at blossom sand and other formations. A large elk herd is noted in Wyoming near Jackson Hole.
Fresh snow with heavy pockets covered large areas from Michigan to Illinois Indiana Wyoming and southern Montana. Northern Iowa and southern Wisconsin saw over five inches while Pembina North Dakota plunged to 14 below zero. Temperatures hovered near below freezing in the Midwest and Northeast with moderation in the South and near normal on the Pacific coast as rain touched Oregon and Northern California.
Washington reports Paul G. Hoffman of the Economic Cooperation Administration warned Britain that it could lose about 10 million dollars in Marshall Plan aid unless it joins with Western European nations to form a European payments union to lower trade barriers. Hoffman said Britain’s refusal is causing annoyance but noted the door remains open for later participation as the plan pushes ahead. The union would finance intra European purchases with repayments in local currencies and a portion of hard currency, and the ECA has earmarked funds to operate the scheme.
The lineup shows the contestant group on the left including Adolphine Andrews Carolyn Hawthorne Clara Allen Claudette Doyle Martha Wray Betty Roberts Marriet Purifoy Anita Copelard Wanda Spears Greta Caston Loretta Jamen. The middle row lists Wayne England Larry Moses Bill Gunter Jerry Bowden Buddy Wilson Bobby Ross Verdon Kennedy Jack Taylor Odis Keith James Johnson Richard Bruner Burgess Garrett.
In Moscow on March 11, Prime Minister Molotov and other Communist leaders signaled peace aims as Stalin’s campaign for the Supreme Soviet nears its climax. Observers expect a major national announcement while diplomats note shifts in postwar diplomacy and the potential impact on global tensions.
The Spring Hill PTA sponsors a musical program at the auditorium on March 6 featuring Laray Crabble and the Adam Brot ter. Public is invited to attend.
Arkansas veterans desire to apply National Set Insurance Dividends to their policies. An officer in charge states veterans wishing reinstatement or conversion should contact Mr. Wood at the Veterans Administration office in Texarkana, Hop8, from 8 am to 5 pm, to discuss available benefits.
A man was arrested in downtown Minden after bank check fraud allegations. The report cites police records and a listing under George L. Wa. The incident involves checks written on a local bank and a $10 transaction noted in the account.
Local officers search for a maroon 1949 touring car involved in a hit and run at Compton's Station. The vehicle struck a car operated by Doyle Reaves, with the driver leaving the scene before aid could be rendered.
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