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Newspaper

Hope Star

Location

Hope, Arkansas, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1954

Page

4

Conway Hope Newsmen Are Elected

Arkansas Associated Press members elected Joe McGee editor of the Conway Log Cabin Democrat as president and planned a 1995 meeting in Hot Springs. Tad Wylie of Northwest Arkansas Times was outgoing president. other officers included WASHBURN, co publisher of the Ozark Star, as vice president and committee chair. The group extended sympathy to Don Reynolds on his father’s death and voted to continue cooperative reporting on Democratic primaries. Jerry Obsitnik of the Arkansas Gazette received the C B Ralne award.

Paul H. Jones Yours Arians Associated Press Hot Spring Wwe Wael-Dad Arkadelphia Hot Springs Glenwood Murfreesome Nashville Associated Presse Vonvention Marion Little Rork C. P. J. Mooney Bosa Memphis Commercial Appeal Fred Heiskell Arkansas Gazelle Mooney Rock Arkansas Memphis Mber Helena Rogers Hov Springs Arkansas Associated Press Association Joe McGee Conway Log Cabin Democrat Yeater Tad Wylie Northwests Arkansas Times Fayetteville Qeex Washburn Ope Star Washburn News Stady Sam Gearhart Northwest Arkansas Times Publishing Board Don Reynolds Southewest Fubiihing Co Fort Smith Association Arkansge Jarry Obsitnik The Arkansas Gazette Little Rock B. Ralne

Vietminh Rejects French Armistice Terms in Geneva

At the Indochina peace talks in Geneva the Vietminh deputy premier Pham Van Dong rejected the French armistice terms. The Vietminh said the plan would not serve as a basis for discussion and opposed Bidault’s proposal. Molotov chaired as Vietminh pressed for evacuation of wounded and quicker action.

Geneva Indochina Vietminh Pham van Dong Viet Nam Dien Bien Phu Georges Bidanit Bidault V. M. Molotov Molotov Viet Nem Pii Vitminh Moltoy

French Planes Hit Roads Near Dien Bien Phu

French fighters bombed roads around Dien Bien Phu, striking north eastward from Tuan Gia and turning toward Na San, as Vietminh convoys and troops crowded the routes. The action followed past Vietminh offensives and French withdrawals in Indochina, with Thai country reinforcements a possibility.

Hanoi Dien Bien Phu Tuan Ciao Ae San Tuan Giap Na San Indochina Lai Chau Page

U S Aid to France to Continue After Dien Bien Phu

Washington officials said the fall of Dien Bien Phu will not alter U S military assistance to the French Union and Associated States in Indochina. The Pentagon spokesman confirmed ongoing sea and air shipments of equipment and aircraft technicians to support free forces in Indochina, despite concerns it may foreshadow broader losses. Admiral Radford warned the potential for further losses but stressed continued support.

Washington Dien Bien Phu Indochina Pentagon Indo China United States Guld Arthur W. Radford Joint Chiefs of Stott

No Riding Agreement Boost Aimed at Labor Peace

AFL CIO move to advance a no riding pact could bind unions within federations to block takeovers by the rival federation. The plan, seen as a step toward an AFL CIO merger, faced possible opposition from powerful unions including the CIO steelworkers led by David J. McDonald amid signals from Pittsburgh Post Gazette.

Norman Waker Washington Cio AFL APL Afl-Cio CIG David J. McDonald Pittsburgh Post- Gazette

Armed Forces Week Observance Scheduled Here May 10 15

In observance of Armed Forces Week the National Guard will hold open house Tuesday May 11 at 7 30 PM at the Armory. Exhibits will include infantry weapons and equipment rarely seen by the public. The open house coincides with a regular unit training session and invites parents relatives and interested persons to attend this informal celebration.

Cal National Guard National Guard

Broiler Group Renamed Poultry Producers Here

Hope poultry group shifts from Broiler Group to Poultry Producers over the weekend with new officers Sterling Cook president Mrs athman vice president and Mrs Mary Reilly secretary treasurer The rename aligns with Arkansas Poultry Federation affiliation Meetings held first Tuesday each month. all poultry industry participants invited.

Hope Broiler Growers Association Hope Poultry Producers Sterling Cook Athman Mary. Reilly Hind End Ari Arkansas Poultry Federation

Turkey Charges Russia With Pressuring Nations in Peace Drive

Ankara accuses Moscow of pressuring countries through propaganda to abandon collective security efforts. The note, via Anadolu, responds to a Soviet protest over Turkey and Pakistan alliance and defends Turkey’s self defense measures printed in firm language.

Ankara Turkey Russia Moscow Anata- Ma Pakistan Anc Salaans Soviet Union

Moriarty's Tavern Gives Way to a Skyscraper

New York columnist Hal Boyle describes the fate of Moriarty's Tavern as a 35 story skyscraper replaces it on West Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues. The former proprietor Patrick Moriarty, known for heavy eyebrows and a rough past, exits with a farewell party as Toote Shor’s nearby establishment also looms in the restructuring.

Hal Boyle New York Senna Cigny John L. Lewis Patrick Moriarty Moriarty Toote Shor Nature Shor Carthy Fifth Sixth Mahattan BC Pat Pat Mortart

Hope Man Shot Dead in Auto Near Fulton

Joe Watson 41 of Hope was found shot to death in his car on Highway 67 near Fulton around 4 p m Sunday. His brother Tommy Watson identified the vehicle and reported the scene to state police. Coroner R V Herndon and Lt F H Porterfield said the death occurred eight to twelve hours earlier. The gun and rifle were recovered beside the body. investigators found no foul play. It remained unclear whether the shooting was accidental or self-inflicted. Survivors include his mother Mrs Paarl Watson and brothers Tammy and Jimmy, plus two sisters.

Joe Watson Hopeman Highway Fulton Tommy Watson Shreveport Hope F. H. Porterfield R. V. Herndon Port Worth Texas Hope Street Bob Prather Watson Herndon Porterfield Paarl Watson Tammy Jimmy Watson U.S James Embree Little Rock Tom Steed Pine Bluff

Transit Strike Shuts Pittsburgh Transit System

Pittsburgh faces a day-old transit strike as 2700 trolley and bus operators walk off after wage demands were rejected. Mayor Lawrence warns transportation curtailment may last months, the first major strike since 1924.

John Moody Aitsburgh Pittsburgh David L. Lawrence Division 985 AFL Amalgamated Assn Pittsburgh Raiways Co

Violent Death Toll Reaches 18 in Arkansas Week

Four weekend deaths including homicide lifted Arkansas week’s violent fatality toll to 18. Elmer Randell of Hot Springs died from knife wounds after a fight with Elmer Merritt who faces first degree murder charges. Joe Watson of Hope was shot in a parked car near Hope. authorities note the body found in a roadside park with a 42 year old victim. An automobile crash near Marked Tree killed two men, Tewell Anderson of Michigan City Indiana and Eigel Lee Smith of Fugonza, with Hempstead County authorities investigating the accidents and awaiting verdicts.

Associated Press Arkansas Garland County Will Loewe Elmer Randel Hot Springs Elmer Marlee Elmer Merritt Randel Merrit Lowa Joe Watson Hope Harold Forler Field Watson Tommy Victtingle Tommy Watson Shreveport Hock Porterfield Hempstead Rufus Herdon Tewell A. Anderson Michigan City Ind Eigel Lee Smith Bet Robert MM Moss Forrest City Ark

Mrs Jackson Succumbs at Home in Sunday Night Death

Mrs Hosa Lee Jackson wife of the late R T Jackson died Sunday night at her home. She is survived by several daughters including Mrs M H Moody of Idabel Oklahoma and Mrs J B Martin of Marion Arkansas. Funeral services will be held at Hendon Cornelius Cemetery.

Hosa Lee Jackson R. T. Jackson iyAyhitlow D. C Jackson Lewisville Paul Jacksons Springhill Gua Werren Prescott Agren Mel Dorado Ronan Ba Fle Magnolia

Red Cross Meeting Scheduled in City Hall Tuesday Night

The Hempstead County Red Cross Chapter announces a meeting at 7 80 o clock Tuesday night in the City Hall. Talbot Feild, County Chairman, states all contributors to the Red Cross Fund Drive from the past year are members and urged to attend for a year report and officer elections.

District Crop Meeting Schedule For May Dates

Hope and Batesville hosts May 11 meetings to disburse crops with federal allotments. Jonesboro and Fordyce appear May 11 32 Monticello and Flat Springs May 12, Brinkley and Russellville May 14, announced by N A McGhee acting administrator State Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee.

Hope Lilh Rock Bistongday N. A. McGhee Hope and Batesville Jonesboro Fordyce Monticello and Flat Springs Brinkley Russallvilla

Gun Accident Fatal To Youth In England

Bilis Ellix fourteen year old son of Mr and Mrs Epperson Ellix of England died at a Little Rock hospital from an accidental gunshot wound. Witnesses said the rifle fell against a truck bumper and discharged near the home of his brother in law Dud Webb. He had been hunting and is survived by his parents and four sisters.

England Don” Bilis Epperson Ellix Little Rock Bilis Duded Webb Ellse

Fredericksburg case on rooftop killer alert questioned

MARVIN LaARRO investigated a violent incident in Fredericksburg where a presidental target was lured to a rooftop. Kendall reported the suspect approached multiple men offering a large bribe for violence and planned another rendezvous before losing nerve and alerting police.

Snd Fredéricksbt Kendall Yale Vioe Cerra Salyi

VFW Auxiliary Meet Tuesday Evening

VFW and Auxiliary members are urged to attend a Tuesday meeting. The notice highlights joint activities and planned community service efforts, inviting all affiliated members to participate in upcoming events.

All Around the Town By The Mar Stat

Local sports results show Lile Murphy beating Rotary Club 7 to 1 and Star nine defeating Citizens Hank 7 to 2 in Life League. Raymond Churchill won the 440 yard dash at the state track meet with a near record time. A note on Hurley Foster No. Lwildgat oil test near Patmos cited as a dry hole. Texarkana federal court proceedings underway with Cal men summoned for jury duty. Saratoga High School graduation list includes Hervey Peebles. Opal Waits comments by high school principal. Weisenbarger, daughter of ue, mentioned in Goeb University context.

Lile-Murphy Rotary Glab Star Nine Hank Hope Raymond Churchill Hurley Foster No Patmos Texarkana Saratoga’ High School Hervey” Peebles Opal Wa Weisenbarger

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