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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1968
Page
1
Our column criticizes tax and debt policies as threats to the dollar noting the 5 percent prime rate, IRS power, and proposed tax hikes. It argues Congress must curb spending to fund war and avoid devaluation, urging readers to pressure lawmakers and oppose broad tax increases.
Airman 1.6 Attilfo Mandara, 24, faces a mandatory occupational phaseout at McChord Air Force Base. On July 1 he must surrender his 80-ton twin engine locomotive to a civilian, then transfer to driving a truck. Mandara came to the United States from Positano, Italy eight years ago.
In the largest Vietnam War operation to date, about 0,000 U.S. and South Vietnamese troops swept between Saigon and the Cambodian border in Quyet Thang. Six divisions and two task forces moved from Saigon outward, with 215 enemy soldiers killed and 22 suspects seized. The action, anchored near Saigon, aimed to destroy harassing units and restore civilian confidence.
The Senate sent to President Johnson a bill to suspend the 26 per cent gold cover on U.S. currency as London trades react to a closing gold market. The measure would free about 11.4 billion in gold to meet international commitments while keeping current excise taxes on telephones and autos to fight inflation and reduce the deficit. Republicans pledge to vote soon on an accompanying excise tax bill and a tax increase spending cut package.
Tonight at eight o'clock the curtain rises on the Junior Class Play at Hope High School auditorium under the direction of Mrs. B. S. McPherson. The 15 member cast includes Al Verser Jimmy Rogers Pat Westbrook Ginny Gardner John Crow Terry Fry Butch Reeves Jan Herring Nancy Martindale Sherry Dickinson Brenda Lester Kenny Maw Millan Kenny Keen Sarah Vineson Janey Seamans Carla Turner.
Paris markets saw gold at 44.36 dollars an ounce, over nine dollars above the U S fixed 35 price as Hong Kong speculation pushed to 40 47 while London paused amid government action. The Bank of France intervened to cap demand by lifting one kilogram to 7000 francs 1400 dollars from the start as supply and demand determined levels without the Seven nation pool.
Sen McCarthy braces to confront Kennedy in California and Nebraska as RFK weighs a 1968 bid. California Democratic Council meeting tests McCarthy strength while Kennedy advisers weigh risks and likely decision timeline.
AP reports the Senate Armed Services Committee may reject financing for the Navy F1118 fighter and redirect funds to an alternative. The move, seen amid hearings, could disappoint Navy admirals while four contractor plans to replace the F11B await engineers' early next month. The outcome depends on projected defense recommendations.
Eight inmates escaped Cummins Prison Farm in Arkansas after overpowering a guard with a hacksaw. All were white, with prior escape records. roadblocks set as Superintendent Urban investigates. One inmate serving a life sentence for first degree murder among those missing.
The University of Arkansas Concert Band directed by Dr. Richard A. Worthington will perform in Hope on Tuesday evening March 26 at 3 00 PM in the High School auditorium. Sponsored by the Hope Music Parents Association, tickets go on sale soon and overnight housing is requested for several students. contact PR7-2727 for details.
Readable text describes visitor totals at reservoirs including 14 368 at Midwood Lake and 117 294 at Lake Texarkana, plus 196 452 visitors since January 1. Nevada County met its Bloodmobile quota with 93 pints donated. Little League urges uniform return and Girl Scouts plan Outdoor Day March 16 at Life House. A lumber truck overturned on Shover Street spilling debris, no injuries. Gunter Lumber driver identified as Jerry O Keefe. Betty McNeil mentioned in campus committee roles for Southern State College Intramural Sports Festival March 14 16. Miss McNeil, 1967 Spring High graduate, varsity Hiderettes and PE club member, plans to teach. Overnight housing requested for several students. call PR1-2127.
Texarkana, Ark. Mr and Mrs Clifford Battles were informed their son Marine Pfc Joseph Chris Battles age 18 was killed in Vietnam. He had been in Vietnam since December and was killed February 25.
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