Road right of way disputes shape Arkansas highway plans
In a move aimed at saving funds for general construction, Arkansas authorities require local governments to notify within nine days if they will assume responsibility for right of way. The state will proceed to clear and reroute key segments on U S 70 between Benjam and Hot Springs and a 10.1 mile stretch from Fayetteville to Springdale to Hagers. Communities co operating or not will determine where state funds are spent.
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Arkansas
Cennis
Ngs
Cozen
Highway Commission
Benjam
Hot Springs
Little Hock
Businessmen Visit Coca Cola Plant in Hope
About fifteen local merchants toured the Hope Coca Cola plant touted as one of the cleanest and most modern soft drink facilities in the Southwest. Plant officials described stainless steel handling, water purification, and strict quality controls including double bottle inspection and hourly carbonation tests to ensure a consistent taste.
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Hope Coca Cola Enost Incor
Southwest
Coca Cola
Steel Sur, Wace,& Martin Pool
Luther Hollowman
Hope
Hempstead County
McKainie, Bussey, and Taylor
Louisiana
Ihe
Heyy 2
Ada
Coca Cola Company
Des Arc man in prison return seeks pardon hearing
Clinton Olive of Des Arc Arkansas, who voluntary returned to state prison after a 10 year escape, says he feels better about it. The 3 year old farmer’s case goes before the State Board of Pardons and Paroles next Wednesday after he turned himself in, having served four and a half months. Olive, sentenced 2 to 5 years for voluntary manslaughter in the death of Alvin Hodge in Lawrence County Tennessee, has lived under an assumed name at Deg Arc and has three children with a fourth expected. His wife urged him to return and said he would not rest easy otherwise.
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Nashville
Tenn
Clinton
Olive
Des Arc
Ark
State Board of Pardon
Alvin Hodge
Lawrence County
Deg Arc
Hog slaughter timing shifts from months to markets
A historical note observes that hogs were traditionally fed 10 to 16 months before market. It contrasts with current practice where many hogs are marketed after about five months, reflecting a shift in production timelines and market strategies.
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Goig
Eisenhower seeks unity before Big Four talks with Russia
President Eisenhower aims to align American British and French positions ahead of a Big Four conference with Soviet leaders. Secretary Dulles dismissed hopes for a high level summit while Moscow’s actions in Korea Indochina and Austria fuel Western distrust. Administration plans three power units to bridge divisions and avoid Soviet exploitation of Allied disunity.
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Donald J. Gonzell
Eisenhower
Russia
John Foster Dulles
Dulles
Winston Churchill
New Delhi
India
Soviet
Soviet Bloc
Korea
Indochina
Europe
Austria
Bornsuda
Senators push bipartisan talks ahead of Big Three parley
Senator Wiley proposes inviting representation from both parties to observe Eisenhower and Churchill discussions in Bermuda. He notes pressure from Congress on Korea policy and China's U N entry. He opposes appeasing Communist aggressors and urges no concessions on repatriation of POWs.
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Washington
Sen
Wiley
R-Wis
Eisenhower
Torpér
Churchill
Great Britain
Bermuda
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Congress
China
United Nations
Korea
Red China
U. N
Uniteed Nations
Oglesby Third Graders Train Trip to Prescott
Oglesby third graders accompanied by Mrs. Royce Weisenberger and five room mothers toured by rail to Prescott. They visited a gas compressor station, ate at D and D Grill, enjoyed Ely Park games, and returned by comfortable coach. Several students had never ridden in a train before and were treated to ice cream on return.
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Oglesby
Royce Weisenberger
Mexdaniel Belk
Rothwell
Wilson
Stew
Russell
Romiset
Prestoth
Bnunet
Arkansas Louisiana
D&d Grill
Ely Park
Schoul
County Seeks Aid on Washed Out Bridges
The Arkansas Wahway Commission outlined $2,245,000 in projects and policy statements as about 130 bids were submitted. Mississippi Valley Contracting Co. bid first on 5.35 miles of flexible course on Highway 61 east road. The commission plans to replace 10 bridges across Jackson, Cleveland, Jefferson, Hempstead counties at a total estimated cost of $409,000 and meets June 25 to award contracts worth about one million dollars.
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Little Rock
Arkansas Wahway Commission
Holley
Mississippi Valley Contracting Co
Paragould
Highway 50
Mississippi County
Herbert
Kidridge
Jackson County
Highway 11
Cleveland County
Jefferson County
Hempstead County
Dulles Seeks Russian Sincerity On Three Fronts
Secretary of State Dulles urged Soviet sincerity on Korea Laos and Austria during his Middle East tour. President Eisenhower Churchill and Shaefer prepared for a Big Three meeting in Bermuda on East West questions next month. Dukes told Indian and foreign reporters the United States is not afraid of the Communist bloc and is confident in its strength.
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New del
India
Dulles
Korea
Laos
Austria
Eisenhower
Churchill
Bermuda
Middle East
Russia
Soviet Bloc of Nations
Dukes
Karachi
Pakistan
U. SS
Soviet Union
United States
Middle Aged Man Seeks Hidden Romances Behind Steady Life
HAL BOYLE notes the paradox of the middle aged man a steady breadwinner who once chased romance and freedom. He is seen as workhorse on the surface yet his daydreams reveal a lively past and unspent desires that surface when the boss is away and the water cooler becomes a confidant.
Living Costs Edge Higher in April Report
The U S Bureau of Labor Statistics reports consumer prices rose about one tenth of one percent from March to mid April as housing rents and utilities edged up, food costs fell slightly, and medical care, cigarettes, transportation and clothing showed mixed changes. Overall living costs were 11.7 percent above wartime baselines and near the November peak.
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Washington
Muresu
Babor
Kuren Way
Tidelands Rights Law: States Near Historic Boundaries
President Eisenhower signed tidelands legislation but opposed extending state control beyond historic boundaries. Law grants coastal states rights to offshore lands to their historic limits, while lands beyond remain under federal administration with revenues to the federal treasury. Historic boundaries are three miles, though Texas and Florida's West Coast extend farther.
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Washington
LLP
Eisenhower
Wisenhower
Federal Treasury
Texas
Florida
Amateur Rodeo Highlight Set for May in Several Cities
The Wipe Roundup Club sponsors a strictly amateur rodeo in Coliseur on May 28, 2030, produced by Roundup Circle No. 3 under Gordon Grant of Oklahoma. Rodeo dates span Oklahoma City, Ada, Okia, Naples, Linden Texas, and DeQueen before Howe, featuring 8 to 12 consolation events nightly with stock rotated each show. Cowboys are amateurs, many leaving professional ranks, with riders from Texas Louisiana Oklahoma Kansas Arkansas and local youths, plus Tex Arkana Quadrille and other acts.
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Wipe Roundup Club
Nedcw
Coliseur
Roundup Circle No. 3
Circle 3
Gordon Grant
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
Ada
Okia
Naples
Linden
Texas
DeQueen
Howe
Louisiana
Kansas
Arkansas
Texarkana
Forecast for Littleock Area Extended Five Days
Weather forecast for Littleock area indicates mild heat and possible showers. Temperatures expected to range from 58 to 65 degrees with highs near the upper 60s to mid 80s across the five day period. Precipitation described as moderate to heavy at times with scattered showers possible.
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Werther
Truncated News Briefs From Various U.S. Cities
A jumble of brief items notes a substitute clerk in Mant Ark posting bond for a federal court hearing. In Washington the ADA criticizes President Eisenhower and defense policy. In Forney a couple traveling to Beaumont mourns a 2 year old's death and a wife’s illness. In London a U S banker meets Prime Minister Churchill ahead of the Bermuda conference.
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Joneairg
Worn Guy Mawes
Mant
Ark
Vba
Ceoterin U.S
Homer McEwen
Forney Crryay
Salem
Walter Davis
Wig
Couge
Beaumont
Tex
Yerger High Graduation Plans Outlined
Yerger High School will graduate 25 boys and 14 girls next week. Commencement programs include sermons, processions, salutatory and valedictory speeches, class histories, poems, songs, and diploma presentations at Yerger High Auditorium May 24 and Harrison's Stadium May 20. Notable participants include Rev. W. M. Tryby, Sherward Wilkinson, Dorothy Straughtar, Nevis Williamson, and Vivian T. Hegwood delivering the address.
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Yerger High School
Father-Kenry
W. M. Trby
Hey
N. Dennis
Anhem
Mount Zion
Merbert
J. N. Glaver
Spunser
William ‘Tyuxton
Howard
Mineral Springs
Arkansas
A Bilgelen
Wilson
BW. Carter
Grewith
Sherward Wilkinson
Rosiell. Brandon
Jewel
Gilkie
Glendora Melurdin
Meederick J. Newton
Dorothy
Straughtar
Kathleen
Bernard Moses
Opportunities Unlimited
Nevis M. L. Williamson
Alexa Mater
Hecessiong
Harrison's Stadium
E. W
Grover
Mallete
W. V. Rutherford
Vivian T. Hegwood
Dunbar High School
Little Rock
A. B. Morgan
State College
A. M. University of Michigan
Rutherford
James I. Jones
Supt of Hope Public Schools
Negro Cemetery to Be Cleaned Saturday Effort
The Negro Civic Improvement Association voted last night to clean Cave HIM Cemetery at Ose Hill starting Saturday morning. They appeal to interested citizens to help, hoping the job finishes in a few days amid decades of neglect.
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Cave Him
Ose Hill
Negro Civic Improvement Association
Democrats Shy Away From Profits Tax
Washington lawmakers discuss extending the profits tax as Democrats show limited support. The Ways and Means Committee faced pressure from Republicans and party strategists as talks moved toward a June 30 sunset date, with leaders signaling careful positioning amid votes.
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Washington
Ty Ilowae
Ders
Prestlent
Taxweithig Touae
Wigs and Mead Committee
Hitvn de Grovle
Publican Committee
Gaucus
Hayburn
Texas
Pupport
British Asked for Dope on Ship Deals
In Washington Senator Mundt pressed for details on alleged ship deals tied to Chinese troops shipments during the Korean War. An investigator said ships owned by Wheelock Marden Co. may have carried Communist troops on two occasions, a claim denied by the company’s Hong Kong manager who noted seizures of vessels by the Communists.
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Washington
Sen
Mundi Ousdad
Bethan
Free World
Ueillsie
Scien
Mundt
Senate Investigations
Sen. M Carthy
Isridlah
Wheelock ‘Marden Co
Hong Kong
Robert Kennedy
Crmg
Wheelock— Marden
Anti Proving Ground Meet In Hope City
A meeting is called for Monday night at 6 o'clock in Hope City to oppose reactivating the old Southwestern Proving Ground. WL Stroud calls on all residents and property owners to attend. The notice warns of future regional population and livestock needs tied to the project.
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Hope City
Southwestern Proving Ground
WL. Stroud
Hempstead
3 Day Storm Death Toll Reaches 19
A three day storm caused 19 deaths across the state as relief crews work through debris. At Meera Bakery and other sites, employees helped with emergency response while officials investigated the deadly incidents. A plant manager addressed the tragic losses and pledged aid to affected workers.
Floods threaten across Louisiana and Texas then Midwest storms
Severe weather swept a wide area with floods in Louisiana and Texas and violent storms moving northeast across the Midwest. Tornado warnings were issued as storms crossed Michigan and Indiana, injuring several and forcing evacuations. Forecasters warned of continuing risk into the day as rivers rose and communities prepared.
Allies Press On With Revised Peace Plan Near Truce Talks
Allied sources report momentum toward a revised armistice proposal as Panmunjom talks stalled over key issues. Officials say negotiators remained deadlocked on prisoner exchanges and demarcation while hoping for a breakthrough before the session ends.
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Tokyo
Alifad
Armistica Ds
French Plane Carrying Brass Is Riddled In Battle
A French C7 transport carrying brass was shot at over jungle territory amid Viet Minh fire. The aircraft made an emergency landing on a narrow strip near Bastion of Nasan. all passengers unhurt. The official in Paris called it a miracle amid heavy antiaircraft fire and fighting near Moc Chou, eighty miles west of Unnol, as Viet Minh forces press advances toward Red River delta defenses.
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Induehinu
Induehinn
Moc Chou
Unnol
Nagan
Wwen
Hunoi
Red River
Ilanol
Hope Legionnaires Face Waldo Giants In Opener
Local notes preview tonight’s 8 PM baseball opener under favorable weather. Hope Legionnaires, led by standout players and new talent, host Waldo Giants as the season kicks off. Also mentions Buddy Sutton’s Kansas appearance and local players Tommy Britt and Edsit Nix pursuing college careers. Roundup Club announces May rodeo plans and other downtown changes, including staff shifts at Busy Bea, Lois' Beauty Shop, and Sulton Grocery.
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Hope Legionnaires
Waldo Giants
Waldo
Buddy Sutton
University of Arkansas
Kleope
Ommy Britt
Edsit Nix
Tommy
Buddy
le Th Uirey
Bea
Mary Hammies
Lois
Syril Orrenhug
Sulton
Cecil Weaver
All State Insurance Co
Wae
Waymand.Paylor
Joss Nok Weldon
Tornado Rips Canadian Border Town. Dozens Hurt
A destructive tornado crossed near the Canada United States border north of Port Huron, crushing homes in Springbank Optia and nearby towns. Rescue teams pulled victims from rubble as hospitals report dozens injured, with several in critical condition.
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Port Huron
Mleh
Cy Mangerd
Claig
Sarnia
Springbank
Optia
Thompson
Dorothy
Hebor
Port Maron
Loot Polley Todayy The Magicy Open Event
A fragmentary notice reports Loot Polley todayy with magic openings. Several officers are noted in attendance as the event unfolds at an unspecified venue.
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Polley
Singing service and public gathering in Shade area
Fragmentary notice mentions an evening singing service at Shade and a related event south of Ba miles on Sunday, with an informal public invitation.
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American Am
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Wingle Chive
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Downing Street
Yerger High
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Meera Bakery Company
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