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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1968
Page
1
In a pointed editorial, The Star urges readers to vote thoughtfully on proposed constitutional amendments and acts. It notes the size of ballots and calls for individual study of measures including Act No. 3 and Amendments 54 55 59, plus the Hope annexation proposal, stressing independent judgment and rejecting blanket anti or pro votes.
The Arkansas Supreme Court denied a stay of a chancery ruling that Class 6 mixed drinks permits are illegal. It ordered the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to recall all such permits, meaning private clubs statewide cannot dispense mixed drinks under these permits. The ruling, upheld by Chancellor Judge John T. Jernigan, followed an attorney general opinion that clubs could not sell mixed drinks. The ABC Board appealed for a stay pending higher court action.
AP Business Analyst John Cunniff argues that ending the Vietnam war would free resources for housing education and pollution control, spur job growth and expansion, and boost consumer spending such as automobile sales while potentially lowering taxes and improving living standards nationwide. The shift could ease tensions and foster a more economically stable America.
Twenty eight of the 154th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron of the Arkansas Air National Guard return to Little Rock Air Force Base after activation on January 26 during the Pueblo crisis. Remaining members are to complete training at Hazuke AFB Japan and rejoin by year end.
Democrats look to retain their Senate majority after 12 years in control with a 63 to 37 edge. Republicans hope to gain up to 15 seats, while Democrats expect at most five. Polls show potential in key states including California Iowa Utah and New Hampshire with 23 Democratic seats and 11 Republican seats up for grabs. Katherine Peden vies for Kentucky seat alongside Marlon Cook and Duane Olson Lee.
The Star presents its general election voter guidance listing preferences for president Nixon and Agnew and a series of state and local offices and ballot measures. The editor's ballot supports many constitutional amendments and acts including FOR on education and higher workers compensation, WITH for several state questions, and AGAINST party affiliation declarations and certain provincial measures.
AP survey indicates Democrats will retain control of the House by a narrower margin as Humphrey competes for the presidency. If no candidate reaches 270 electoral votes, House action could decide the outcome, with Wallace’s electors potentially pivotal. The survey shows 431 districts favorable to Democrats, 13 more than bare control, amid questions about a Nixon lead and the Vietnam halt announcement.
More than 1,000 teachers from eight states are expected to attend the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics convention in Hot Springs Arkansas from Thursday through Saturday. Dr Julius Hivaty of New Rochelle New York will address the gathering as council president.
The ballot proposal would annex an area from the current city limits north to about 1500 feet beyond Interstate 30, enabling city services including fire and police protection, lower electric rates, and lower fire insurance. Growth along the North section hinges on joining the city, ensuring development and access to services.
The AP survey estimates total campaign spending from president to dogcatcher will approach 300 million dollars, with a third spent on the presidential race. Nixon leads Humphrey in the final days, Wallace active in the south, and polls show a tight path to the 270 electoral votes. Vietnam, international events, and weather impacts color the closing campaign narrative.
Facts on Tuesday's elections cover offices to be filled including president and vice president. Governors, House seats, and Senate seats are contested. current party counts show Democrats and Republicans leading in statehouses and the Senate, with House vacancies and ongoing races across the states.
A Viet Cong delegation led by Mrs Nguyen Thi Binh arrived in Paris for peace talks. She pledged the war will continue as long as the United States props up the Saigon puppet administration. Binh, National Liberation Front central committee member and Women’s Liberation Association chair, said South Vietnam longs for peace but not independence and liberty.
Russell Kansas resident Dave Grove, age 101, will vote in his 21st presidential election Tuesday. He first voted in 1888 for Benjamin Harrison and has chosen 10 Republican winners and 10 losers over his 80 years as a voter.
Gayle Williams of Hope will represent Southern State College in auditions by the National Association of Theaters of Singing at Searcy on November 8. George Harris of Hope, Baylor Honors Program senior, English major, is a Hope High School graduate. R.A. Baulls, longtime Arkansas utility official, retired from Arkansas Louisiana Gas. Election Night Party set at Republican HQ on East 3rd at 6:30 p.m. Tomorrow. Cable TV and KXAR to report results. Whitfield Masonic Lodge No. 239 meets Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. County election officials urged to submit tally promptly after count. Neighborhood Girl Scout meeting on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Little House, Fair Park. Gibsons Discount House manager Jack Parker to attend Gibson Spring buying show in Dallas for next year’s goods.
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