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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1955
Page
4
An old established Hope firm seeks an experienced secretary. Good starting salary with periodic raises and good working conditions. Write to Box A, % Hope Star for education and application details. confidential handling of applications. 17-61.
Local social items list visits by Mrs. Elizabeth Williams of San Diego and Rev. R. N. Thomas of Texarkana, with Bethel A. M. E. Church events led by Rev. Thomas. A Get Acquainted program at Yerger School is planned for October 18, and a joint meeting of Hempstead and Howard County teachers scheduled for October 19 at Yerger High School.
Texas A&M, Baylor and SMU share the SWC lead at 4-1 at midseason after the Aggies upset Texas Christian 19-16. SMU crushed Rice 20-0 and Baylor beat Washington 12-7. Two conference games loom A&M at Baylor and Rice vs Texas, while SMU faces Kansas in Lawrence and TCU plays Miami.
Boston bound travelers in New York’s Grand Central woke to find their New Haven sleeper still in the station after a flood blocked the route. The morning revealed no movement toward Boston as the train remained immobilized in place.
Among 222 natural mineral commodities produced or used in the United States only seven are not known to occur in California. The fact highlights California’s rich mineral diversity and implications for mining and related industries statewide.
Al Singer’s 120 day lightweight reign from 1930 stands as a record. Bud Smith can break it Wednesday in Cincinnati if he defeats Carter who also seeks a third title. Smith would hold the crown for 112 days since June 29 if he wins. Carter is the 8 to 5 favorite.
The Blevins Hornets crushed Hampton 47 to 0 on Homecoming day. Arthur Willis led with a 70 yard run and added a TD, Olen Hill scored 14 points, Steed added two TDs, and Bruce Smith made key receptions and tackles. Hornets totaled 375 rushing yards to Hampton’s 182. Next, Blevins visits Stamps for a 7 B conference game.
Michigan Maryland and Oklahoma remain undefeated as Michigan opens Big Ten play with Minnesota while Maryland meets Syracuse and Oklahoma tests undefeated Colorado. Notre Dame Georgia Tech Texas Christian Washington Rice stumble, reshaping race. Michigan tops Northwestern 14-2 as Maryland extends 10-game win streak and Oklahoma cruises 44-6 over Kansas.
Green Bay quarterbacks and fans breathed relief as Fred Cone booted three field goals including a 26-yarder in the final 24 seconds to beat the previously undefeated Los Angeles Rams 39-28 in Milwaukee. The win left the Packers tied with the Rams and Baltimore Colts atop the Western Conference.
Dog editor Joe Stetson shares humorous and practical notes on canine sleeping arrangements. He cites cases from small dogs to a large Great Dane dominating a master bedroom and offers crate solutions placed near beds to keep dogs happy and close for security and companionship.
Yerger Tigers defeated Camden 26 to 19 at Camden Friday. Hope began strong with Boamer returning the kickoff to the 36 and Wilson scoring after a series of gains. Tyus led scoring with runs and passes, and Champion intercepted a Camden pass before a late comeback by Camden. Hope surpassed 254 rushing yards and 15 first downs while Camden had 103 rushing yards and 15 first downs. Hope remains undefeated with four wins, heading to Texarkana Friday.
Texas A&M limited Texas Christian star Jim Swink to 85 rushing yards as TCU and A&M clash 19-16. Swink leads SWC in rushing and total offense with 569 yards in five games, while SMU’s Joan Roach rises in total offense behind 60 passing and 30 rushing yards. Arkansas and Texas routes adjust the standings as teams chase yardage leaders.
The Arkansas Intercollegiate Conference title race narrows to a two team showdown as Arkansas Tech and Arkansas A&M remain undefeated in league play. Tech holds a one win edge over A&M atop the standings as the Wonder Boys clinch their third straight conference win.
The Texas A&M Aggies, led by coach Paul Bryant, upset undefeated Texas Christian 19 16 to cap a four game winning streak. With 11 lettermen and a roster heavy with sophomores, Bryant credits good families and hard working players for rapid development. Don Watson and Jack Pardee star on offense with a strong defense anchoring the team, as A&M climbs toward the Southwest Conference title race.
Arkansas Razorbacks dominate Texas 27 20 in a ground oriented victory. Moore rushes for 115 yards breaking Arkansas all time ground gain mark while Nesbitt adds 79 yards. Brewer engineers Texas comeback as Arkansas holds on securing first major win of year.
Speeders convicted in Harnett County are invited to join the 55 Club. Membership cards note eligibility for those convicted of speeding, who have promised to help fight speeding in Harnett County and North Carolina. Cpl. Ronnie F Williamson of the Highway Patrol started the idea, approved by Ed Scheidt, state quota vehicles commissioner.
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