End of a Profligate Era in 1968 Election
The Nixon Wallace vote presented a near landslide against Washington aims, signaling a shift to solvent governance. The editor favors gradual reform, citing Goldwater as a caution, while Wallace threatens South unity and a potential third party or split between major parties. The piece warns of rising debt and currency risks, with a call to continued reform into the years ahead.
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Dick Nixon
George Wallace
Cold Weather to Move Into Arkansas Tonight
The Associated Press reports a Canadian cold front will enter northwest Arkansas tonight and blanket the state by Thursday. Rainfall was widespread with a high of 0.29 inches at Walnut Ridge and morning lows from 47 at Fayetteville to 54 at El Dorado and Blytheville. Temperatures Tuesday ranged from 57 at Walnut Ridge to 67 at Texarkana.
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Welnut Ridge
Faycetteville
el Dorado
Blytheville
Walgut Ridge
Texarkana
Vote Results in Hempstead County
Hempstead County voters weighed national state and local races with Nixon leading the president race, Fulbright carrying the Senate contest, and a mix of county and statewide measures showing several amendments and acts approved or rejected by wide margins across offices and issues.
Election Hinged on Three States
AP reports Illinois California and several western states held key to early presidential tally. Nixon aimed for 270 with California and Illinois or Montana Oregon Washington. Humphrey counted on Illinois and California. Wallace projected around 45 votes. At 1:20 a.m. Nixon 152 electors, 99 more potential. Humphrey 147 with 88 more potential.
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House of Representatives
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Oregon
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Illinois
George C. Wallace
Deep South
Rockefeller Is Winner Secretary of State in West Virginia
John D. Rockefeller IV of Charleston defeated rivals to win the West Virginia secretary of state race. The Democrat from Charleston is part of the Rockefeller political family and his victory was reported by AP.
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Chireleston
Arkansas
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West Virginia
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Little Rock
Bill Alexander
John Paul Hammerschmidt
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Guy Newcomb
U.S. House
Mississippi River
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Hardy Croxton
First Negro Named as Administrative Assistant in Little Rock
Walter Cunningham, 26, a Negro, was named administrative assistant to the Little Rock city manager on Tuesday, marking a notable civil rights milestone in the city government.
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Walter Cunningham
Tuese Day
Marine Pie listed as killed in Viet Nam Defense Dept confirms
Washington AP reports Marine Pie Norman G. Cates husband of Vera Cates of Corning listed as killed in Vietnam according to the Defense Department on Tuesday.
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Man and Wife Die in Arkansas Railroad Crash
Ed Payne, 68, and his wife, 59, died when their pickup collided with a Frisco Railroad freight train at a Market Tree crossing in Marked Tree, Arkansas. Engineer J. T. Mooney and conductor H. M. Smith, both of Thayer, Missouri, were aboard the train.
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Democrats win re election fights in Arkansas races
In Arkansas, four Democratic incumbents Purcell Hall Jones and Sam Jones defeated Republican challengers with Bryant extending a large lead over Lynn Davis for secretary of state. With about 2,150 precincts reporting Purcell 235,682 to Thomasson 157,242. Hall 254,394 to Troxel 148,708. Jones 237,474 to Tyler 155,183. Sam Jones 215,631 to Allison 164,341. Bryant 222,631 over Davis 182,788.
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Joe Purcell
Jimmie ‘Red’ Jones
Nancy Hall
Sam Jones
Kelly Bryant
Lynn A. Davis
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Jerry Thomasson
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Leona Troxell
Nmove Jones
G. W. “Whitey” Tyler
North Little Rock
Ed Allison
Blytheville
Bryant
Lynn A.davis
Humphrey Goes to Bed Unsure on Election Outcome
Vice President Hubert Humphrey told supporters at his Minneapolis hotel HQ that he would sleep well regardless of early results and that critical states remain unknown. He praised voters for their confidence while noting the nation awaits results in Ohio Illinois California and Washington. He compared the moment to Kennedy and Wilson who also retired before final results.
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Reynolds Names New VP for Dogsey Media Group
Reynolds Jr. named vice president in charge of the newly organized broadcast division. Donald W. Reynolds, president, announced the organizational change for the Dogs ey Media Group in Las Vegas.
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Fulbright Sweeps to Victory in Arkansas Senate Race
Sen J W Fulbright led in unofficial returns in Little Rock as 48 percent of precincts reported in the Arkansas general election. Bernard predicted 53 percent but trailed with 125,544 votes to Fulbright's 1,252, with Bernard acknowledging weak showing and contemplating future steps.
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Associated Press
Little Rock
J. W. Fulbright
DeArk
Charles J. Bernard
Fulbright
Bernard
Arkansas voters weigh constitutional issues in early tally
In Little Rock AP report, three ballot proposals show slim leads as about 600 precincts unreported. Constitutional convention calls lead 150,762 to 147,271, kindergarten amendment 159,798 to 153,327, and Initiated Act 1 163,621 to 163,130 with 2,000 plus precincts reporting.
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Little Rock
DeAnn Delivers Ribbon Cutting for New State Highways
A ceremony on November 11 at 8:00 PM at Marlbrook Baptist Church near Blevinson will dedicate State Highways 332 from DeAnn to Prescott and 195 from DeAnn north to Marlbrook. TriCommittee leaders Irving Burke Lester Wade and Irving Whatley announce Master of Ceremonies Talbot Feild Jr. Highway officials Ward Goodman Jet Harsh will speak. Free barbecue and entertainment.
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Lester Wade
Irving Whatley
DeAnn
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Blevinson Highway
Talbot Feild, Jr
Ward Goodman
Highway Department
Jet Harsh
Hempstead County
Nixon Victory Narrowly Edges Crank in Arkansas Race
In Arkansas, Gov. Winthrop Rockefeller led early then widened the gap against Marion Crank as 2,372 of 2,645 precincts reported. Lt. Gov. Maurice Britt trailed Democrat Bill Wells with 2,188 precincts in as ballots counted.
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Associated Press
Little Rock
Winthrop Rockefeller
Arkansas
Reconstruction
Marion H. Crank
Maurice Britt
Bill G. Wells
Rockefeller
Crank
Wells
Britt
Croxton Has Apparently Lost Bid
WEST MEMPHIS Ark AP Wille Lewis Page 68 of Proctor charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting Monday night of Connie May 60 of Proctor. Woman shot in the stomach at her home a shotgun blast through the front door of the residence.
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Wille Lewis Page
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Both Hawks and Doves Are Victorious In Senate Races
In Tuesday results, dove senators J. W. Fulbright and Joseph S. Clark won and lost respectively, while hawks Barry Goldwater and Edward Gurney captured Senate seats. Gurney defeated Lesroy Collins as Morse trailed, reflecting mixed outcomes for Vietnam policy supporters.
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Poll voters back 2.5 billion for pollution and services
Five states approved more than 2.5 billion in referenda covering pollution control veterans and education. Illinois proposed 1 billion for air and water cleanup while New Jersey authorized a record 990 million for education housing and transport. Pennsylvania approved a Vietnam veterans bonus up to 750, Virginia backed 81 million for college and mental hospital projects. Utah rejected liquor by the drink amid Mormon opposition. Nebraska barred 19 year olds from voting. Arizona revoked WWI veterans tax exemption.
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Associated Press
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Farm Bureau to Meet on Thursday Night Potluck
A large group of agricultural leaders are expected at the annual Farm Bureau meeting Thursday night at 7 00 pm. The event at the Farm Bureau Office includes election of Board of Directors and delegates to the Arkansas Farm Bureau convention, plus approval of county policy on local state and national farming issues.
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Revival at Blevins Church Begins Thursday Night
The Rev. Carlton Roberts will preach at Victory Baptist Church in Blevins starting Thursday night November 7 for a weekend revival. Services are nightly at 7:30. Pastor M. C. Barham invites all to hear the gospel.
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Blevins
M.C. Barham
Local fair coverage and awards highlighted in Hope notes
Delores McBride reports hempstead laundry fair coverage at Denver conference. Elizabeth Ellis received 1968 American Laundry Manufacturers award. ACL meeting set at McCaskill November 7 potluck and business session. Kappa Delts initiate 40 at Henderson State. Arkansas deer season opens November 1 with multiple checking stations listed. Scout Explorer Post rescue praised by Hope residents. Rick Brashear thanks sent.
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Ben Waller
Thomas
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Nixon elected 37th President edging Humphrey in key states
AP reports Richard M. Nixon won the presidency with narrow wins in California Illinois and Ohio. Hubert H. Humphrey conceded amid emotion praising the democratic process. Nixon led in Illinois and California with significant precinct uncertainties remaining in several states. George Wallace carried labor-area votes, while Alaska Maryland Missouri and Washington still awaited results.
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Richard M. Nixon
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Hubert H. Humphrey
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Ilinois
Ohio
Food Stamp Program Progress in Hempstead County
Mrs Alma Brew of the County Welfare Department says the Hempstead Food Stamp Program is advancing toward its objective. New applications arrive daily and processing is rapid by Mrs Drew's welfare staff on Elm Street. All families receiving state or county aid have been contacted and informed how to stretch welfare checks using food stamps. The program aims to reach eligible non cash recipients, with fifty nine retail grocery stores participating countywide.
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