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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1959
Page
4
President Eisenhower and top officials discuss missile programs and defense budgets amid a crowded briefing. Keith Glennan heads NASA as the administration weighs space and military needs. A four hour Pentagon session in Georgia follows talks on budget plans for the coming fiscal year, with forecasts of continued strong military spending and renewed calls for international solidarity.
Weather desk reports clear to cloudy conditions this afternoon. Warm through Wednesday afternoon with low to mid 30s rising to mid 40s and 50s. Northeasterly winds 12 to 22 mph. Tonight and Wednesday partly cloudy with slight warming, lows around 18 to 24, highs mid 30s to mid 40s.
In Bentonville Arkansas Mrs J Q Rand a 39 year old Rogers merchant's wife goes on trial for the second degree murder of H V Clark a Rogers restaurant owner killed with four bullets in his bedroom The defense cites self defense while prosecutors allege a love affair between Rand and Clark and Clark's alleged attempt to end it Relatives and jurors observe as witnesses describe the shooting and ensuing investigation Sheriff's office and a Rogers photographer place the scene in the Rand home Clark dies after being shot and taken to a hospital as testimony continues about motive and events of that night
A string of garbled text outlines a plea of innocence in relation to a reported incident. The legible fragments reference Bentonville, dates, and names, but lack coherent details or outcomes. The article presents no clear verifiable facts to summarize beyond the defendants raising an innocence plea.
London AP British Prime Minister Macmillan and West German Chancellor Adenauer begin three days of talks to ease a year of friction. They aim for closer European unity and harmony, with topics including relations with the Soviet Union and trade rivalry within Europe.
In Longview Washington a car carrying eight teenage boys veered off a road embankment and overturned into a swampy slough. Six boys died, one survivor France Hughes aged 16 provided limited details, while authorities searched for remaining victims.
Arkansas Chamber of Commerce officials report the state’s business climate as excellent to good and push for tax breaks and legislative action. They cite 109000 manufacturing jobs, a goal of 110000 by 1965, rising average manufacturing wages near 41 dollars weekly, record tax revenues, high per capita income around 2200 dollars, and all time retail sales highs as signs of a healthy economy. The first annual meeting opened with over 600 business leaders in attendance.
BUREKA SPRINGS Arkansas municipalities urged a larger share of state revenues at the Arkansas Municipal League convention. A resolution notes that in 1947 the Legislature allotted towns 2.4 million of the first 94 million dollars of revenue, a formula unchanged as state income more than tripled. Executive Director Glenn Zimmerman said the state now controls every tax area. A second resolution backs constitutional amendment No. 5 to increase the maximum general fund tax from five to 10 mills and to extend it to capital improvement bonds. The convention opened yesterday and runs into this afternoon.
The state Board of Investment voted to buy 400 six percent first mortgage bonds from One Stuttgart Industrial Development Corp. The purchase raises total industrial bonds held by the board to 7,408,500 with about 10 million remaining for future offers to investors in similar bonds.
Frigid conditions span Arkansas with widespread sub freezing readings. Temperatures dip to near 2 degrees in some spots as the Weather Bureau tracks cold, dry air moving south from the plains. a brief warmup is forecast late in the week with highs above freezing by Thursday.
A government body approves a loan for water facilities in Emmet. The official action funds a municipal water system upgrade and supports future operations. The document references community use and potential impacts on local services and rates.
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A cluttered local notice lists a sequence of events and venues including Suttons, Harris', and Moon, with mentions of Presbyterian and civic figures. It indicates a November schedule of performances, services, and community activities, noting speakers like Jerry O Neal and Brown of Hope, and a plan for future showings and district events.
Europe endures a severe cold snap with Siberian air causing heavy snow across the continent. Temperatures spike near record lows and authorities issue widespread warnings as travel and daily life are disrupted by the blizzard conditions.
In Cleveland a truck carrying firearms caused a scare as a shipment valued near 1,500 dollars was inspected. Valmore Porpeth, head of Serview Armament Co., reported the gear included machine guns and other weapons. Police cited that each gun is registered and shipping requires proper permit. Police traced the event to a route through Wisconsin and noted the suspect, Ronald Mahi, 45, of Spartina, and Charles Mace of Waukesha County, with seizure tied to central hospital records.
Mrs. Annie Garant syed Wet mative of New Wapie City dies at her home. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Survivors include family members from Fort Worth and other areas. The obituary notes funeral arrangements and service details to be announced.
A state charter approved for a regional air service marks a milestone for new travel links. The venture aims to connect cities including Bayon and Belwata with broader routes, backed by local officials and investors.
A westbound freight train derailed near Montpelier between Helly and Montpelins causing multiple injuries and one confirmed death. Crew members Crearne Bo Lamb 2d engineer Chester Meoney 4a fireman O.R.eth Joeson 85 of Peru were injured. the crash disrupted the Ohio-Indiana border area with emergency crews responding.
Charles Chtard, 23, of New York remains jailed for questioning in a Pike County murder case. He has declined to take a lie detector test as investigators seek to determine if the deceased killer might have died by suicide. The inquiry continues with no new public developments.
Local residents react as multiple stabbings stir fear across Tupelo. Reports describe chaotic scenes, conflicting witness accounts, and heightened police presence. Community leaders call for calm while investigators pursue leads and review surveillance footage.
Frigid Arctic air grips much of the United States with wind chills and subzero readings. Weather forecasts warn of heavy snow in parts of the Midwest and Northeast while Montana and Nebraska report record cold spells. Extreme cold, blowing snow and dangerous travel conditions are advised as regions from New York to West Virginia face active storm alerts.
Eruptions on Hawaii’s Big Island persist with lava fountains and ash plumes. Observers report jets of molten rock rising into the sky while sulfurous gases vent over Kilatien vent and Jawad Island area, with multiple fountains active.
Washington reports say delegates from Atlantic Pact countries met to discuss global aid, with Herter urging higher overseas spending. He argued efficiency and freer trade could aid developing nations, as Western powers face pressure to share burden in postwar recovery. The stake centers on U S leadership and international funding.
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