Forrest City votes lease light plant to private power firm
Forrest City voters approve leasing the municipal light plant to Arkansas Power and Light for 5101,000 yearly, with 6,000 set for plant improvements. The deal shifts income from last year’s 68,000 operating profits and taps a broader Arkansas need for cheap industrial power amid debates on taxes and rate structure.
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Arkansas Power & Light Co
Aboyt Lik Eppes Docs
Sean
St. Mianeis
Arkansas
Arkantas
Gew
Gianilby 7
Trent Bt Vile
Hope
Truman Wins Election By About Thirty Five Thousand Votes
Washington nov 1 president Truman won the election by about 35 306 votes based on partial returns. If Ohio winds and California had gone for Dewey the result could have swung the house and altered the presidency. Analysts note tabulation errors affect totals with recount talk in Ohio and potential commission.
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Washington
Truman
House of Repreives
Ohio
Winds
California
Thomas E. Dewey
Dewey
Pruman
Thomas J. Herbert
Contef
Indiana
Michigan
New York
Dewes
Arkansas Vet Bonus Debate Splits Lawmakers
An Associated Press survey of Arkansas lawmakers shows mixed views on a state veterans bonus. Several veterans oppose, arguing the federal government should handle it, while a few support or conditionally back a plan. Opponents cite funding and tax issues, with discussions noting possible alternatives like adjusted compensation if funds can be found without raising taxes.
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Heck
Associated Press
I General Assembly
Istate of
Arkansas
Waller FL Youn
el Dorado
Air Corps
Veterans’ Affairs
Laud Payne
Piggott
Sage
Sen. R. BD. South
Slavianna
Campbuell
Hot Springs
Igwathers
Berryville
Glenn F. Walkin Little
Rock Dave i. Phampeson
Little Rock
M. QO. Ridley
Purould
Josse
Smith
Van
Wy L. Ward
Mirianne
Hut
Sen
Rock
Pate Garner
Lavars
Grovvy Nance
Newport
Shomipson
Prospoulelt
Tiuwaat Moltiott
Gould
Fais
Yellville
Arnod
Janistawn
Vaty
Howe
Randy Joo Hivay
York
Dalnee
Rawson
Ieee
Wysne
Mew Amendment Creates Hs Own Problem
A garbled OCR fragment references an amendment creating a problem for an entity abbreviated Mew. The text is unclear and lacks coherent names, dates, or places to establish a concrete factual summary.
PTA program at high school features student performers
Students presented a PTA program at yesterday's meeting. A large group of performers and speakers from Mes. C.D. rhach and others showcased various acts and poems, highlighting school activities and student talent.
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Girk Scous
Wish School
Pirent Poachers Association
Mes. C.D. Rhach
Aloajo Shiver
Barbara Smith
Charlotte Tarpley
Charlotte Moiris
Thay Jane Thogers
Sarna Laruterby Clawilettie Doyle
Beth Briduvis
Jeekie Miekeduckie Thoth
Laraina Chenig
Perks
Wute
Pate
Nadiad
Thayatt
Bennie Gyove
Noney Shatin
Styp Costow
Nay Davee Tavern
Diek Sisto
Jon Ratasey
Malone blames Marshall for Chiang Kai-shek plight
Senator George W. Malone said Secretary of State Marshall cut ammunition to Chiang Kai-shek. He claimed the U S had already given Chiang the guns needed, and that 20 million dollars worth of arms could have helped. Malone spoke after a secret conference with MacArthur and Navy leaders in Tokyo.
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Itk
George W. Malone
R-New
Marsabil
Chiang Kai-shek
China
Malone
Marshall
Chiang
U. S
Tsingtao
U.S. Naval Base
Hi T
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Douglas MacArthur
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Matone
Department store sales show first November drop nationwide
Washington reports department store sales slipped in the first two weeks of November, eight percent in the first week and nine percent last week. Weather, late shopping, and inflation are cited as factors. Officials note a rare two week decline after wartime rises, with slow but persistent consumer demand and wage growth offset by lower farm prices.
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Charles Molony
Washington
Usis
Federnal Reserve Board
U S and Soviet Clash Over Arms Cuts at UN Session
At a UN General Assembly gathering in Paris Andrei Vishinsky accused the United States and Britain of building a western European system hostile to the Soviet Union. John Foster Dulles rejected a one third arms cut as irresponsible and cruel deception, citing wartime strength gaps and ongoing large armies in Poland Yugoslavia and other states.
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Paris
Russia
Andrei Y. Vishinsky
United Nations
United States
General Assembly
Britain
Soviet Union
John Foster Dulles
U. S
Poland
Yugoslavia
Czechoslovakia
Romani
Bulgaria
Hun
France
Dulles
Purse Thieves Target Prescott Stores Thursday
Purse snatchers stole three purses from Ben Franklin and Western Auto in Prescott Thursday afternoon. Police were alerted as store employees suspected two Black suspects, possibly the same trio involved in Howe store thefts in recent months. The total purse contents were not disclosed.
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Prescott
Ben Franklin
Western Auto
Howe
WOW Meet Held at Nashville Mississippi River?
The fifth quarterly log rolling WOW convention gathered in Nashville with delegates from Southwest Arkansas lodges. Hope’s degree team initiated 16 candidates, a prize was given by State Manager W A Tidwell, and Hope captured several prizes as 10 maid 54 regulars enjoyed a stew supper. Next meeting set for Arkadelphia in January with plans for a public installation in the local lodge.
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Nashville
Arkansas
Hope
W. A. Tidwell
Arkadelphia
Perirusary
Fantiory
Heavy Snow Dampens Kansas Colorado Nebraska
A broad snow event with strong winds swept western Kansas, western Nebraska, and eastern Colorado today. Temperatures rose above freezing in some areas while light snow is forecast for parts of the upper Mississippi Valley and adjacent regions.
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Kanaits
Nebraska
Colorado
Mississippi Valley
Howthorn Creat
Truman Silent as Vacation Nears End
President Truman in Key West nears end of vacation as international crises loom. White House declined comments on Chiang Kai-shek appeal and other abroad questions. Defense Secretary Forrestal briefed, Rayburn to become House speaker guest, plan a full peace outlook review Monday with Marshall and Harri ent on data.
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Key West
Truman
Europe
Ching
White House
Chiang Kai-shek
Br. Truman
Romanant
New York
Kawovu
Niia Uyak
Chisny
China
Times
Forrestal
Wa Fouy
Sam Rayburn
House
Washington
Marshall
Economic Cooperation Administration
Harrimint
Downpour Followed by Cold Wave Across Region
A heavy rain afternoon cooled rapidly overnight with temperatures dropping to near zero degrees. The weather shift followed a strong downpour in the area and affected industrial activity including steel rolling and plating processes.
Ex-Broker Promotes Roller Skating Campaign Nationwide
An elderly retired Wall Street broker launches a one minute drive to teach the U.S. about roller skating. Perry B. Rawson aims to create 20,000,000 new skating fans and claims ownership of two private rinks for private use. He criticizes scootering and outlines plans to fund a national skating movement with professional trainers and a large public effort. The piece notes his past business withdrawal and his shift to promoting skating as a lifestyle.
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Hal Boyle
Asbury Park
MN. A
Wall Street
Iroller
Perry B. Rawson
Bailey
Americ
Rawson
Wson
Markel Yeu Jooning
Anu Bolyay
Dol
Besgierien
Yala
Victory News Eases Situation in Central China
Victory News reports in Nanking from November 1 to 4 that neutral China sees a tempered mood as government forces claim the Suehow battle concluded. Communists face heavy losses and potential regrouping as authorities note air strikes and weather influenced operations. Casualties for the defending forces are cited around 2000, shaping expectations for the path to Nanking.
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Victory
China
Nanking
Suchen
Suehow
Kaishek
Issuia
Leason
Chang Lie-shib
Sity
von Tel
Atinhow
Harbor Strike Settlement Nears and Ship Delays Grow
The Associated Press reports a harbor strike settlement is days away as dock workers reconsider demands. 800 ships from Maine to Virginia face immobilization. ports divert tonnage and layoffs swell road and industrial shutdowns amid broader labor and political tensions in Cincinnati and nationwide.
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Willaim
Margolis
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Timdiates
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New York
Maine
Virginia
Theytrafornen
Cincinnati
American Federation of Labor Convention
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AMI
Oseer Bawing
Federal Security
Ade Minster
Canary Rot
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Tenat
Buthe
Te- Thultion
Denmiamratie
Howesen
Trim Inh Lemiyle
Slae
Lund
Stadt Sud
Birestone
Curpuuy Gate
Emily Iid
Erie
Mie
Court Ruling Raises Cement Prices Across States
Washington news wires report a Supreme Court ruling on basing price points for cement on mill or origin. The decision, affecting Arkansas and nearby regions, prompts higher material costs for contractors and builders as producers cite supply uncertainty and allocations.
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Wye
Supreme Court
Arkansas
Ghartus A
World Citizen Davis Ousted From UN Hall in Paris
Garry Davis, who calls himself citizen of the world, was expelled from the Mile Pavine assembly hall during a disarmament debate after staging a demonstration. He leaped onto a barricade as guards and spectators clashed and Col. Robert Sarrazac interrupted with a prepared address. Police cleared the area as the assembly reconvened, with Davis and followers dispersed and the crowd quietly circulating about the hall.
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Junger
Davis
Robert Sarrazac
Feader
Sarrazac
Raredaan
Sarresac
Evatt
Sturradee
Garland School 5th Graders Visit Star Shop
Garland School fifth graders toured Star Shop in a hands on learning visit. Students engaged with staff and explored shop operations, logistics, and customer service as part of a local experiential learning program.
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Garland School
Star Shop
Conservation of Wildlife Topic of Rotary Program
A Rotary program centers on wildlife conservation. The discussion highlights local efforts, with reference to notable speakers and community involvement. The event underscores protecting habitats, species, and natural resources while engaging residents in practical preservation actions.
Storm Sweeps Midwest Snow Hits Arkansas Coast to Coast
A powerful winter storm drenched the Midwest and spread to the Atlantic coast, bringing rain, high winds, and rapid temperature drops. Heavy snowfall severed communications and isolated Western Plains towns as coldest readings dipped to subzero in Colorado and nearby areas. The storm center moved slowly northeast, with forecasts noting its broad reach as it drifted through the region.
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Mithwest
Westrom
Atlantic Coast
Asa
Tikwest
New York
Init Visibal
Tom
Ces
Fraser
Colo
Bis Piney
Wea
Sinclair
Wyo
Tr Did
Puebla
Julius Fader
Chicago
Enidt
Moni
Athaulie
Carousel on Little Rock Stage Dne and More
Reports stage notes for a December run of Carousel at Robinson Auditorium Rock. Production by Metropolitan Attractions with Mrs Vaughn and Yom Pir arranging matinees December 2 3 and 4. Music by Rodgers Hammerstein. Story traces the Vienna and New York Guild production history with Eva Le Gallienne.
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Robinson
Rock
Ny Fund
Bsintle Vaughn
Yom Pir
Metropolitan
Rickard Rodgers
Oscar Hanmerstein
Farenes
Molna
Sivek
Vienna
New York
Theare
Eva le Gallicune
Justitt
Uxinterree
Agnes de Mitte
Kenneth Jones Dies in State Hospital
Kenneth Jones dies in a state hospital as officials report a death in custody. The obituary notes he had ties to Strand County and Ube Deeside, with limited readable details from the damaged text.
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Kenneth Jones
State Hospital
West
District Water and Sewer Board Meeting Held Thursday
District water and sewer board convened on Thursday to discuss updates, budget provisions, and public works priorities. Officials reviewed project progress, potential rate adjustments, and timelines for upcoming infrastructure improvements.
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Aleet
Nere
Youth Center Not Opening Tonight
Neighborhood youth center announces it will not open this evening due to unspecified reasons. Local families are advised to seek alternative activities and check for updates from officials.
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