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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1949
Page
4
Alex H. Washburn contributes a political column titled Our Daily Bread Sliced Thin focusing on farm state issues. The piece analyses agricultural policy impacts and regional voting considerations with concise commentary.
The senate rejects a long range farm program of moderate subsidies in favor of a high 90 percent parity plan as acreage controls begin. The clash exposes a rift in the Democratic majority amid postwar readjustment. supporters argue high price protection benefits farmers and industry, while downturns risk ripple effects in towns. The Arkansas Symphony Association seeks 1025 to fund a state-wide drive for good music with a Hamilton county chair. One dollar memberships are urged to back a concert by State Symphony and Miss Talbot Feild Jr as county contact.
Washington Ott 5 Republicans insist the five percenter inquiry remain open and seek three more witnesses and new leads. Senator Hoey chairs the subcommittee and signals the investigation may not resume this year. Republicans Margaret Chase Smith Karl Mundt and Joseph McCarthy press for action despite Hoey's view.
Funeral services for Mrs. Altos Lee aged 64 who died Monday at her home in McNab were held at 2 p m today led by the Rev. O Steen. She is survived by her husband Yhayas Lee a daughter Mrs Charles Knighton a stepson Mrs W Bo Molwee of Poricryslle Cal two sisters Mrs B B Ste wart and Mrs Ben Goodlett of Ozan.
The Rosston PTA announced a Friday benefit dance sponsored by The 4 H I A Royston at the American Legion hall starting at 6 30 pm on Friday October 7 with the public invited to attend.
The forecast calls for cloudy skies with rain across the state today and tonight, especially in the east and northeast. Temperatures are not expected to change significantly.
Washington Ger 5 Ar kansas is to get a big share of appropriations on a Waterways bill approved by house and senate conferees. The measure calls for about 25.74 million dollars for Arkansas flood control and rivers and harbors projects through June 30 next year. Conferees removed the senate approved 1.19 million for the Dardanelle flood control and power dam on the Arkansas river. The bill totals 664.178 million for civil functions of the army, with 634.92 million for flood control and rivers and harbors nationwide. Congress typically completes such bills in late June or early July.
Paris reports Premier Henri Queuille prepared a resignation after failed efforts to avert a currency crisis tied to the devalued British pound. Queuille sought to justify moves to President Vincent Auriol while facing pressure from lawmakers and instability in postwar France.
A Chinese nationalist spokesman said the two American freighters Flying Clipper and Flying Independent, seized near Shanghai, would not be released until they surrender multibillion-dollar cargo and Chinese passengers while allowing foreign passengers to go free. The ships, owned by Isbrandtsen Line of New York, were held 312 days, escorted to Tinghai, and had warned captains and the U.S. State Department before sailing back into Shanghai to load cargo and passengers.
Paul G Hoffman announced that Britain France and Italy will lift trade barriers among themselves and other Marshall Plan nations. The action, described as historic, aims to create free interchange in Western Europe and boost European recovery while improving living standards for workers. No dates or specific measures were given.
Washington reports the house armed services committee recommended the navy permanently discharge Cedric R. Worth, civilian aide to the undersecretary, for authoring the memo that triggered a congressional inquiry into the air forces B3G bomber program. The panel also slated a follow up inquiry into navy morale amid interservice tensions.
Blytheville Arkansas May rain threatens the tenth annual cotton picking contest scheduled for Friday. The forecast calls for more rain through today as organizers await decision. Contest Chairman Jack Rawlings remains optimistic about proceeding if conditions allow.
Washington October 5 Judge Sherman Minton expected to take the oath today as Supreme Court justice after Senate approval 48 to 16. He succeeds the late Wiley Rutledge and brings eight years on the Seventh Circuit to the nine member bench.
Unclear report states members of the Bobcat team were tested for polio with one player named Gordon Waswell noted as possibly affected. Test results were inconclusive at press time, and his family was informed. the condition and location details are tentative.
Ex-sergeant identity clues drive a barroom tale by HAL BOYLE. A disoriented drunk, a wary bartender, and a hidden letter reveal a supposed veteran’s past as witnesses exchange wary phrases and a clipped note, hinting at a former unit and an implied escape.
Federal mediation steps amid a worsening two rail of nationwide labor strife. Cyrus S. Ching warned a crisis in coal and urged a Friday Washington meeting with John L. Lewis and miners’ negotiators. He said no steel action is imminent but warned of potential emergency moves.
Washington Oct 6 The senate agriculture committees grapple with farm prices after failing to resolve the issue in voting The committee must return within 48 hours with a new proposal leaders say a farm bill will pass this session Regardless of timing Vice President Barkley cast the decisive vote for high level price supports for corn cotton wheat and other crops The Anderson bill seeks parity tied to supply and purchasing power to aid farmers but faces party and floor hurdles as lawmakers prepare for renewed debate.
Hal Springs of O¢i and Bally Graves of Osecala were elected president of the Arkiungas Real Estate Association at the conclusion of the association's cor rigation here yesterday.
Washington reports President Truman will sign tomorrow the bill authorizing 1.314 billion dollars for arms aid to North Atlantic pact nations. A group of legislators who steered the legislation through Congress have been invited to witness the signing at 10 a.m. CST.
Tommy Henrich hit a homer in the 8th or later to lift the New York Yankees 11 0 victory over Brooklyn in the first game of the World Series before 66 204 fans. Allie Reynolds outpitched Don Newcombe, Reynolds fanning nine, Newcombe ten and yielding only four hits until Henrich’s key hit.
A gulf hurricane swept inland from the Gulf of Mexico, bringing 80 to 100 mph winds and heavy rains through Marshall, Shreveport, and southwest Arkansas. One death, one missing, and scattered property damage accompanied the storm. Rice crop losses in Jefferson County reach 8 million dollars with 20 to 70 percent damage. Harris County reports about 2 million in crop losses.
St Louis October 3 The Missouri Pacific and four striking unions remain at odds over 262 wage and operating rule claims. Neither side will concede, with unions demanding payment before 5,000 operating employees return. MoPac trustee Thompson rejected direct negotiation and reaffirmed a three referee panel. No further talks are scheduled.
First Presbyterian will present a 40 minute color film at 7 p m Wednesday. The film titled Answer for Anne tells the story of disciplined persons. The public is invited to attend at 7215 pm.
Senator H Vandenberg is reported progressing satisfactorily at the University of Michigan hospital after an operation on Monday. The update notes improvement as of today and mentions other details about his condition and initials Jey Jung.
Hope City Council delayed naming a new plant and water light manager after accepting Thomas A8 resignation. They discussed candidates Guy M Griggs and Zinn, planned a special meeting, and instructed the mayor to thank Thomas for years of service. A tentative offer of $225 transit level and drafting was noted while the plant conditions were reviewed.
An Arkansas Symphony appeal urges residents to join via a one dollar annual membership. Josef Blatt leads the orchestra in a nationwide drive to establish a permanent cultural institution, with free county concerts for Guild members and quotas set by county populations. Remittance goes to Mrs. Talbot Feild Jr.
Willie Williams, a longtime employee, suffered multiple fractures when his jumper belt was caught in a line shaft at Temple Calton. He was rushed to Julia Hospital where Dr. Lile said he had a chance to recover.
Friends of Mrs. Carrigan will regret to learn the ranch hospital injuries suffered in the incident. Authorities report arm and rib fractures consistent with a rough encounter. The condition is listed as stable.
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