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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1968
Page
1
Our Daily Bread notes adjournment with no progress as Governor Rockefeller and the Democratic legislature clash. Separately, the Navy halts a search for a Scorpion signal hoax while France faces a nationwide strike and de Gaulle remains a central figure amid political turmoil.
A severe weather system will drift through southern and central Missouri with showers and thunderstorms this afternoon in western Arkansas and across the state tonight and Saturday. The heaviest storms are in the northwest, with up to two inches of rain, while the rest of the state should see a half to one inch. A cold front will bring drier air Sunday, with partly cloudy to cloudy skies through Saturday and little temperature change. Fire crews fought a blaze at Hare old Hendrix's pulpwood yard, caused by gasoline ignition from a truck pump, causing considerable damage.
The Beebe Memorial C M E Church Vacation Bible School closes May 31 at 6 p m in the church auditorium. Art exhibits by the classes will be displayed. Everyone is invited. Assistant Director is Mrs Alice Straughter and Director is Mrs F S Smith. Pastor is Rev S B Tollette.
The Arkansas Legislature ended its second special session of 1968 with Gov. Winthrop Rockefeller receiving no new taxes. A Senate near- passage of a 4.75 million tax bill failed in the House. An omnibus fund transfer would allocate 2.3 million to public schools and 2 million to higher education while giving 700,000 from the contingency fund to prisons, shrinking the cushion fund to 7 million. Rockefeller criticized legislators as political and indifferent to public needs. Revival services begin Sunday June 2 at New Hope Baptist Church with Evangelist Rev. Paul Byers.
In Louisville Ky arrests in the West End rose above 400 as police and volunteer Black units tried to curb looting and isolated sniping during a ninth night of racial disorder. About 100 were detained in nine hours ending midnight Thursday, including 20 youths. two Black Unity League leaders Sam Hawkins and Robert Sims, both in their twenties, were among seven arrested when police stopped a seven car caravan.
Joy Stilley writes from New York about the daily struggle of waking routines and memory gaps. She jokes about needing both a calendar and a clock on the bedside table to know the day, season, and plans, while recounting restless nights, strange dreams, and futile vows to sleep early.
Rocky Mound Baptist Church hosts Homecoming on Sunday June 2 with Michael Chambless of Taylor Ark delivering the 11 a.m. message. Lunch follows, led by pastor Rev Merlin Cox. In the afternoon Ralph Callicott leads singing.
The annual Vacation Bible School at First Baptist Church runs June 3 7 and 10 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon for ages 3 through 14 with special classes and activities. A senior high “Good News Scene” meets 7 9 p.m. on June 3 4 6 7 10 and 11. A kickoff Jolly Circus is set for June 1 2 00 4 p.m. with corn dogs and lemonade.
CAMDEN, Ark. Harold Bratton, 62, of Louann in Ouachita County, was credited with saving the life of W. P. Gilkey, 35, of Norphlet in Union County. Gilkey swerved his truck to avoid a deer, the vehicle burst into flames, and he could not exit due to back injuries until Bratton, driving by, pulled him from the burning truck. Gilkey was reported in good condition at El Dorado hospital.
El Dorado Arkansas trooper captured Harold Walker a 39 year old Fort Smith native after a chase and gunfire near the woods Walker was wanted for a California bank robbery and Arkansas parole violation He fled on foot after a two mile chase and surrendered following three shots over his head The pair had robbed a Bank of America branch in Del Ray California of about 4000 dollars on April 17
In Paris, North Vietnamese Ambassador Xuan Thuy denounced U.S. proposals, calling the United States the aggressor and demanding bombing end without reciprocity. U.S. Ambassador Harriman urged a new approach, Johnson showing readiness to move quickly toward de escalation. They meet again next Wednesday. observers say impasse may end with world opinion pressure.
A University of Arkansas faculty member said a small group will walk out during Saturday's commencement when Vice President Hubert Humphrey receives an honorary doctorate. The group acts as individuals, not as a formal faction, and Humphrey is to deliver the address at 2 p.m.
Rep Wilbur Mills of Arkansas predicts President Johnson's 10 percent income tax surtax will be passed in June as the Ways and Means Committee plans to take up the tax proposal that aims to offset a $6 billion spending cut. He notes the conference report on spending limits would trim more than the revenue expected from the surtax.
Charles de Gaulle’s firm stance amid the strike crisis prompts mass demonstrations in Paris. Government officials and labor leaders signal talks on wage hikes while negotiations resume amid tensions. Pompidou remains premier as unions seek higher pay and concessions beyond a 10 percent wage offer.
Hundreds of thousands march in support of President Charles de Gaulle as political tensions loom. National and international leaders plan debates and strategy, while Vietnam pressures intensify amid talks in Paris and military actions on the ground.
President Johnson reluctantly agrees to a 6 billion dollar reduction in government spending to secure a vital tax increase. He had fought for a 10 percent income tax surcharge, but Congress pushes budget cuts. The disclosure came at a Memorial Day news conference on the LBJ Ranch, with Mills of Arkansas backing the package.
All Around Town reports the Hope Trade Development Association picnic at Fair Park Coliseum drawing about 375 people. Forty prizes were awarded after supper as James Morrow and Calvin Smith praised the event. Also noted are hospital updates, moving announcements, and upcoming graduation figures and names from the region.
Viet Cong troops press two fronts around Saigon as North Vietnamese artillery targets central highland bases. U.S. and South Vietnamese forces counter with bombers, gunships, and air strikes while cease-fire talks in Paris proceed. Casualties include Americans and Vietnamese, with reports of Viet Cong killed and artillery fire reaching Dak To and Kontum areas.
A garbled report notes three deaths in Arkansas tied to a violent incident near a lake location described as Big Lake Wey. Police investigations continue as authorities pursue details on the double tragedies and related injuries.
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