11 Nov 1969
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1969
Page
1
A conference on what an editorial should be explains that editorials aim to stimulate thought rather than instruct. It notes that opinions arise from studied facts, with readers often disagreeing, and stresses the value of free expression in a vigorous democracy despite bias and partisanship.
Bennett, former Arkansas attorney general, faces a driving while intoxicated charge in Little Rock Municipal Court, now set for December 19. He is hospitalized in St. Louis after throat cancer surgery and reported in satisfactory condition. He also faces federal charges in Fort Smith related to the Arkan sas Law and Thrift Corp.
A White House led plan to set a youth wage below the 1.60 per hour federal minimum faces opposition from Labor Secretary Shultz and organized labor. Stans backs a possible 1.20 to 1.25 rate for youths with full minimum wage after 21, while a Labor Dept study weighs youth unemployment effects amid 13 percent jobless rate for 16 to 19 year olds.
The Senate Appropriations Committee boosted Arkansas public works funding led by a 1.5 million rise for the Arkansas River Navigation program bringing its total to 59.5 million. Ouachita and Black Rivers projects gain 0.5 million to 9.5 million, plus a 1 million boost for St. Francis Basin construction and 400 thousand for Ridge River works. Additional allocations include 75 thousand for Fouche Bayou flood control and 50 thousand for Dark Hollow in North Little Rock. Bell Foley Dam and Cache River and Lake Chicot projects also receive increases.
Ashdown resident Charles J. Daniels, 29, was killed in a one car crash on U S 71 near Lockesburg. State Police said he lost control, crossed the center line, and was ejected from the vehicle as it left the road. Arkansas highway fatalities for 1969 reached 506 by early today, compared with 585 a year earlier.
Psychologist Dr. Eckard Hess told a convention in Las Vegas that poker players eyes reveal hand type. He said pupils enlarge when viewing something pleasant like a full house or four of a kind and shrink with a bad hand such as a busted straight.
Americans honored war dead as Nixon backers touted a silent majority and prepared for protests against Vietnam. Veterans groups urged support for the administration while Nixon planned appearances, including a wreath at Arlington. Johnson urged peace with honor and distributed materials to schools and communities.
Manila reports of violence surged as Filipinos voted for president, vice president, and Congress. Police logged 32 confirmed killings in the campaign, with local papers noting higher tallies. About 8 to 9 million voters across 59,903 precincts faced potential delays in returns from outlying islands.
Three Manhattan towers the RCA Building at Rockefeller Center the General Motors Building and the Chase Manhattan Building were struck by bombs early today injuring one man and causing limited damage. A unsigned letter claimed responsibility describing antiwar protest motives. Police investigated the threats and the blasts occurred around 1 05 a m near elevator shafts.
Local police officers Nea and Johnson apprehended two youths Monday night at 11 45 in front of the Diamond Cafe as they attempted to load a newspaper rack into an automobile. They are James O Langston of Emmet Rt 1 17 and Danny R Flesher of Hope Rt 2 19. Both were turned over to the sheriff s department.
The Hope Athletic Boosters Club will meet at 7 30 PM at the High School Science Building with a football film to be shown and business to be discussed per President Dick Moore. Also notes on local residents, a Delta Gamma pledge, airman assignment, and broadcasting plans appear among various items.
DEE WEDEMEYER reports from New York that Dr Hale en Kim, a lifelong advocate for Ewha University in Korea, remains firmly against coeducation. She argues dormitories should stay separate at college age, citing tradition and potential distractions. She traces Ewha’s growth from a one student girls school to a 6000 student university and notes Korea’s evolving views on women’s education.
South Vietnamese forces suffered heavy losses in a week of fighting around Bu Dop Special Forces camp, with 15 allied soldiers killed and 75 wounded. North Vietnamese casualties were reported at 60, while 24 enemy fighters died in a six hour battle six miles south of Bu Dop. Mercenaries led by American Green Berets, the Mobile Strike Force, supported by American helicopters, fought alongside Vietnamese troops.
In Fremont Ohio residents queued over an hour to pay next year’s taxes early. Treasurer Virgil Swartzlander reported more than 235000 dollars collected in Sandusky County’s largest single day of tax receipts. Radio station WFRO owner Robert Wolfe encouraged early payments to fund school operations.
The Supreme Court 47-1 dismisses Zwicker's appeal over Wisconsin disorderly conduct and free speech claims tied to a napalm protest photo outside a University of Wisconsin placement office. Justice Douglas alone urged noting probable jurisdiction, signaling limited sympathy for the protester’s stance.
In Columbus Ohio AP reports the Quadrennial Emphasis Committee of the United Methodist Church approved a grant of 132000 dollars for South Vietnam funds. The decision spotlights aid through church channels and reflects ongoing UMW involvement in international relief programs.
Seattle AP report notes aides say A Ludlow Kramer moonlights as a gas station attendant to cover election debts. Campus workers advocate public contributions to rescue him from the situation.
U S District Court Judge Gerhard A. Gessell ruled that the 1901 DC law banning abortions except to save a life or health is unconstitutional and too vague. He noted growing Supreme Court signals on privacy extending to family and sex matters and urged quick appeal to the Supreme Court. The ruling could spark challenges to abortion bans in about 40 states and prompt Congress to rewrite the law. A related AMA model law supports exceptions for health, rape, or incest.
The Senate rejected a proposed $100 million cut in the NASA budget, warning it could strand American astronauts on the moon. Debate referenced Apollo 12's blastoff as lawmakers weighed a $14.9 billion federal package for 21 agencies.
The two seat 1946 Model Aeronica plane that trained moonwalking astronaut Neil A. Armstrong is scheduled to arrive Wednesday in his hometown of Wapakoneta Ohio. The artifact marks a notable connection to Armstrong’s early flight career and will be flown to the city.
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