Dry weather crisis prompts Arkansas fixes and water plans
In a period of severe drought, local and state leaders urge unity to secure drought relief and water resources. The piece notes erratic rainfall across April to September, calls for year round groundwater reserves and irrigation, and highlights Millwood dam as a pivotal opportunity. Leaders emphasize citizen action to protect farms and towns and push for federal support and broad water rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deouth
Oenale Agriculture
Arkansas
Loust
Oral
Pletty
Wooal
Helena
Rangers Associaern
Cuautmina
Huiney
Bakers Teal
Shanks
Leveral
Aid
Couse
Tornida
Senate
Millwood Dam
pLitlle
Rver
Congress
Millwood
Uhube
Wiley
Murder Trial Ends in Hung Jury in 1953 Columbus Case
Circuit Judge Lyle Byayn discharged the jury after failing to reach a verdict in the May 16 1953 murder of William Hickiman near Columbus. Defendant James Ed Johnson a Black man faced two alleged accomplices Murry Thompson and Glen Glover on the jury. Retrial likely set for January term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyle Byayn
James Ed Jonson
William Hickimin
Columbus
Hickisan
Johnson
Murry Thompson Jyv
Glen Glover
Claude Mery
Edward Rhinehart
Rush Jones
Paul O'Neal
Kenneth, Hamilton
James Morrow
Bryant Bobo
Harry Phillips
Kinard Young
W. B. Mason
TL Z
Jackson
Negra
Olear Washington
Liquor Rig Destroyed by Fulton Officer
A three barrel moonshine operation near Fulton was destroyed Monday by Deputy Jin Moore. No one was at the site when officers arrived. The report notes only the rig and no injuries or arrests are listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fulton
Beputy Jin. Moore
Club Women Push for Full Citizenship Rights ERA
The National Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Clubs urged passage of the Equal Rights Amendment at a New York meeting June 27 to 30. The 1001 officers endorsed a drive to win constitutional equality for women, citing HJ Res. 74 and SJ Res. 49 introduced in Congress, and calling for immediate action by lawmakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Car Utess
National Federation of Business and Professional, Women's Clubs, Inc
New York City
Katherine St. George
NYI
Senate
John Marshall Butler
Mdn
United States
Washington
Federation
American Association of University Women
B&pw
District of Columbia
Hawaii
Alaska
Wolanen
Isabetto Id. Jones
Pittsburgh
Rei
Democrat Is Winner in Wisconsin
Wisconsin west central district elected a Democrat to Congress Tuesday for the first time in its history. The report notes voter shifts among farmers and workers and references the close party contest. The piece appears to be an early two-column wire and includes garbled trailing text from Page Two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Bystromeau
Claire
Wis
Wisconsin
ROK Promises to Be Good on Eve of Brainwash
James Morrissey reports from Panmunjom that South Korea pledges to cooperate as North Korea and Chinese authorities prepare to interview about 1,000 prisoners starting 6 am Wednesday. Allied observers fear unrest as sessions may last up to eight hours daily until December 24 under the armistice terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Morrissey
Panmunjom
Korea
Red
Plok
Ward
Offlelah
South Korea
Kim
Karl
Cho Chung Kwen
Cho
ROK
Mixed reactions to Benson plan for Agriculture Dept overhaul
Washington reports a varied response to Secretary Benson’s proposal to shift emphasis from production to marketing. Senators praised and criticized the plan. some say it would cost less and be more efficient, while others warn it could harm small producers. The debate continues as farm experts await further developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Arn ‘Ll, Benson
George D. Aitken
Olin D. Johine Slow
D-S.c
Aileen
Senate Agriculture Committee
Bunson
Johnston
Johnnston
Agriculture Committee
Town notes on conflicts between livestock show events and football games
Hope Prescott game clashes with Third Misnael Livestock Show scheduling as school officials protest. Clash over game dates and show commitments prompts talk of moving games. coverage notes church bands and local station timing, plus brief community updates and rule meetings across Arkansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hope-Prescott
Clerens
Nashville
Mape
McFarlane Visits Hope City in Arizona Tour
Former Arizona senator McFarlane visits Hope with local dignitaries and residents. The trip includes a reception at a city venue, informal chats, and visits to community sites as locals greet the visitor.
Talk or Get Fired U S Workers Told
President issues order warning federal employees to testify amid security probes amid hearings in New York. White House press secretary says the move aims to close loopholes in security machinery after the Army and intelligence leaks inquiry. A civilian employee who refused questions faced suspension while Stevens pursues his suit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Uetelle Wiles
Siena
Daniel
Fey
House
Jiames Cl Linger
Eles Tye
Koverniment
Gem Braywnell
Army
Hobert T. Steve
New Yorke
Sen. McCarthy
Stevens
County Club Council Names New Officers
County Club Council selects new leaders with Mrs Allt Patterson of Edgewood as president. Vice president is Mrs David Waddie of Worth, with several other officers and a Christmas party plan. Reports from state meetings and harvest festival preparations are noted along with club committees and hostess arrangements.
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County Club Council
Allt. Patterson
Edgewood
Hearpstead
Cannell
Siadilarturm
Pattneyson
My. Monroe Stuit
David Waddie
Rott 4
Wirmet
Meg
Avi Minehar
Fetus Sop Luny Lpo Hsupol
Mas. J
Delaney
Culuashus
Atflenis
Council
Dagerberg
Eua Nasouvkta
Chong Pintareuchi
Bangkok
Thailand
William Suhooley
Little Reek
Hibly
Glendon Fruckabee
Melrose Club
Ffrx
W. i Light
Liberty
Rist Ridghill
DeRoan
Kerbert Hartsfield
Greer Laseter
Jimmie Friffin
Uinton
Earl Dudley
Hoecky Mound
Hinton Home Demonstration Club
Shove Springs
Willams
Hinton
J. Bruce
Rocky Mound
Raymond Johnson
Shover Springs
A. W. Stevens
Ozan-St. Paul
Ernest Cobb
Green Laseter
J. H. Taylor
Hopewell
Yarberry
Swech Home
Myre
Eldridge Porinby
Cattlemen Push Plan to Aid Farmers in 1930 Pigkilling
Watertown D. M. reports cattlemen urged lawmakers to back a Roosevelt era plan to trim cattle herds and ship culled cattle for butchering to stabilize prices. Hearings before the House Agriculture Committee featured the South Dakota Stock Growers Association and farmer representatives seeking sustained price supports of at least 80 percent.
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Watertown
Howse Agriculture Committee
South Wakati Stock Growers Assn
South Dakota
Pam Cagnell
Rey
Wilefinn
Midwest
Cone Beegs
Nopfulk
Neb
Des Moines
Roosevelt
Tynton
Henry A. Wallace
Lietoce
Minneapolis
Benson
Mason Freed HAC Trials Close with Acquittals
A series of HAC probe trials concluded with A D Mason of Camden acquitted of accepting a $500 bribe. Two others were acquitted, one Pulaski County case saw a conviction, and a separate jury found a 10 area couple and two women innocent after about 17 minutes deliberation. Prosecutor Tom Downie filed the bribery charge last spring.
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E Rock.m
A.D. Mason
Camden
Uqulte Ited
Morrillon Automobile
Gem
HAC
Highway Department
McMath
Pulaski County
Tom Downie
Mavon
Tension Grows as Ike and Dulles Discuss Trieste
In a developing saga the United States leaders debate Trieste amid rising tensions. Early reports indicate a German airplane crash with at least 44 dead and unclear causes. Authorities track the incident alongside the broader postwar balance of power and regional threats.
Secretary to Leave Tonight for Conference
Washington reports note Secretary Dulles will depart for London tonight to participate in high level talks with British, Italian, and Yugoslav officials. The discussions focus on Trieste, occupation plans, and broader East-West diplomacy as allied ministers weigh next steps. Popovic and Dulles held talks yesterday outlining urgent consideration of Yugoslav proposals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Yugos Shivin
Miiosia
Tuley
London
Wight
Tlalian
United States
Deltain
Italy
Yugoslavia
Trieste
Popovic
China
Churchill
John M. Hightower
Dullestia
Great Brith
Telesta
Thaly
Hans
Chahar
Hoye
Merchants Plan Employee Party At Hope Chamber
The Hope Chamber plans an employee party with a planning committee led by Mike Jelly, Corbin Fogler, and Chuylux Gough. The date is tentative for the third week in November, featuring a banquet, guest speaker, dancing, and games, with decorations led by Miss Beryl Henon and others. Further announcements await committee work and details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hope Chamber of
Campieres de Agin
Mike Jelly
Corbin Fogler
Chuylux Gough
Beryl Henon
Aubrey Buvels
J. W. Patterson
Mera Opal Flervey
Compillees
Ballerina Seeks Balance Between Art and Health
New York reviewer HAL BOYLE reports on Violet Elvin, a dancer compared to Hed Lamarr, who weighs the need for stamina and strength. She cites the risk of injury from overwork and the impossibility of relaxing routines that could erode performance.
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Hal Boyle
New York
Violett Elvin
Hed. Lamarr
Martin
Farnani
Jetta Elinig
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