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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1955
Page
1
A high profile southern politican known for quick remarks remains unusually silent on desegregation. An anecdote from Vermont shows locals enforcing quiet with a rule that a speaker must improve on silence or say nothing, prompting reflections on discourse today.
The Knoxville News Sentinel notes readers of easy credit reports in Denver increased loans and instalment buying after warnings. A Macon Telegraph quips on misinterpreted water with meals, citing a Vermont nutrition expert who recommends drinking water during meals to aid digestion.
The University Apartments in Fayetteville were sold by the FHA to J C Mc Connell of 520 Withan St Fayetteville for 85500 with 10500 cash and a 75000 mortgage. Earl Welton Hall bid 75100 cash. Dogwood Apartments in Springdale had no bids.
Fort Smith Arkansas man Wilbert N. Whitley aged 17 and son of Mr and Mrs Lee N Whitley was named by the Defense Department as one of 17 Air Force inductees killed in a United Airlines crash in Wyoming yesterday.
Century Bible Class of First Methodist continues lay speaker program at 1 a.m. service. Royce Weisenberger will speak Sunday October 9 at the DeAnn Methodist Church.
The Navy unveils the 60,000-ton carrier Saratoga at New York Naval Shipyard Brooklyn with Mrs. Charles S. Thomas christening. She will require six months more to finish, while touting habitability and new propulsion. Nuclear aspects remain understated and future power sources hinted.
The widow of Humbert L. Payne and four other plaintiffs sue for 1 718 901 over the University of Arkansas field house collapse during construction last November. Defendants include Harmon Construction Co Roberson Steel Co and Haralson and Mott. Claims seek 330000 395000 382000 215800 and 395000 respectively.
In Houston a juror named R F Colston nodded off during testimony in a bawdy house case. Assistant District Attorney George Miller stopped the proceedings to query the juror who admitted to sleeping. The judge, Byron Johnson, recessed court to allow rest. defense urged a mistrial.
Mrs. Jeanne Johnson Archer, 28, divorced her husband, actor Archer McDonald, at Santa Monica, testifying he stayed home too much. She said he followed her about the house as she worked, making life unhappy.
Sarasota hotel owner C. V. Griffin offered free rooms on any day the sun did not shine through December. The Sunshine State stunt hurled him into a publicity draw as he previously gave 236 guests from 17 states free lodging in September when clouds appeared.
A 1930s era outlook warns that warming winters and fluctuating rainfall could drive U.S. water shortages higher as population and industry grow. Researchers cite 30 percent evaporation losses, 70 percent reuse and 1300 billion gallons daily available, with usage expected to reach 400 billion by 1975. Measures include artificial rain, sea distillation, pollution control, and tighter leaks. Industrial samples show conservation efforts in Chicago and Bethlehem Steel, while farmers explore rainmaking and research continues.
Mayor John L. Wilson proclaims October 9 1955 as Fire Prevention Week in Hope urging city departments schools and the Chamber of Commerce to lead a safety campaign. He calls on residents to address hazards and help create a safer community. The proclamation is dated October 6 1955.
In Sacramento the governor's traffic safety conference used a traffic light to regulate speech length. The light stayed green while talks stayed within limit, turned yellow near the limit, and flashed red when speakers exceeded their time.
Denver reports President Eisenhower shows improving health after heart attack. Doctors approve his first major conference since Sept 24 and a foreign policy meeting with Secretary Dulles planned next week. Vice President Nixon flies in for first in-person update alongside Dr White and Gen. Eisenhower.
Washington notes from Don Whitehead describe Republican National Chairman Leonard Hall opting for Democratic rather than Democratic in criticizing Democrats. He argues the term Democratic misleads about mass support, citing Webster's definitions to contrast ideas of democracy and social equality with Republican principles.
Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov jokes about lifting an aluminum curtain as visas surge. President Truman comments on Democrats and prosperity in a campaign image. Texas Governor Shivers speaks of partnership inside the Democratic party. United Airlines crash survivor details emerge from Medicine Bow peak scene. Argentine publisher Gainza Paz accepts APAA convention invitation, eyes free world role.
Hope school meals next week feature a five day elementary plan with meats, vegetables and desserts. High school offerings include Beef and Spaghetti and Fish Sticks with sides and milk, though some items list unclear spellings and items.
Washington Republicans confront the likelihood of a split in a looming nominating fight if Eisenhower does not run. Private GOP leaders expect Eisenhower to back a preferred candidate, with Nixon viewed as the leading potential nominee despite California conflicts over delegation control.
United Nations talks wrap up as U S outlines eight tasks to detect concealed atomic and hydrogen devices. Harold Stassen, Eisenhower envoy, says a special scientific group will study methods to identify weapons, while delegates from the United States, Britain, France, and Russia debate inspections and disarmament measures amid Cold War tensions.
Gov Faubus says courts cannot force the Racing Commission to issue a West Memphis dog track franchise. He will block licensing until a local election is held, despite opposition from Crittenden County officials and legal questions over funding and binding effect. Reports say Southland plans a court bid to obtain the multimillion dollar track franchise amid construction.
Clarence L. Logan, about 45, former Hope resident, died Thursday in a Long Beach veterans hospital. He was a nephew of Mrs. J. B. Arnett of Hope and survived by his mother Tom Logan, two brothers including Dorsey Logan of Dallas, and a son. Funeral services will be held in Long Beach on Wednesday October 12.
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