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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1968
Page
1
The Star reports fading autumn colors in the Ozarks with forecasts of peak colors this weekend after frosts in Arkansas and Missouri. Readers file letters condemning vandalism of political signs, while the paper previews its 15th four color production and outlines production steps for color proofs.
The 14 released North Vietnamese prisoners marked a brief cease-fire ending at noon, while enemy artillery shelled the U S 3rd Marine Division at Dong Ha and nearby village. Three Americans and three South Vietnamese civilians died. 15 Americans and nine civilians were wounded. US forces reported raids on North Vietnamese supply lines despite talks, and authorities said 300 tons of enemy munitions and food were seized in September.
New York AP report recounts Pat moving from Connecticut to Manhattan planning ahead with two letters to start and stop service. Installation mixups escalate with multiple phones delivered, a row of technicians, and a dog named Cookie observing the chaos as life’s mischief unravels on move day.
An Associated Press report states that two Arkansans were killed when their car overturned several times after leaving a backcountry road near Camp Pendleton. The driver was Cpl. Larry J. Davis, 21, of Batesville, Ark, and passengers included Pvt. Gary D. Johnson, 20, of Sidney, Ark, and Pvt. Ronald S. Sosnas, 18, of Woodside, NY.
The Associated Press reports that Republican Richard M. Nixon and Democrat Hubert H. Humphrey traded sharp criticism as their campaigns moved forward. Nixon accused Humphrey of law and order inaction while Humphrey accused Nixon of lacking peace leadership and escalating war policies. Third party candidate George C. Wallace faced hecklers amid his farm program outline. Humphrey welcomed Texas Governor John Connally and Ralph Yarborough in Texas, claiming strong odds to win Texas on Nov. 5. Nixon warned of crime and urged defeat of Humphrey to restore national peace.
NEW YORK AP The largest city faces a historic municipal labor action as the public school system stalls amid a teachers strike. Police and firefighters slowdowns threaten 90,000 city workers, while Mayor Lindsay refuses wage demands and urges a return to talks.
Southwestern Bell official Jack Bayles announces All Number Calling ANC to replace name prefixes with the new numbering plan. About three fourths of U S telephones already converted and Hope and Bodean will receive the change with the new directory. Dialing remains the same for most users as the all-number prefix will appear where the name prefix did. A typical Hope number PRTs 4601 will become 777 4601.
Apollo 7 astronauts race through the mission hours toward a fiery descent and splashdown while planners weigh a potential moon orbit trip at Christmas. International reports note a cease fire for prisoner releases ending but ground fighting continues. Nearly 1,000 students arrested and 150 injured in Tokyo riots. Kennedy children return to New York as bad weather delays their mother's cruise. Campaign 68 figures Nixon and Humphrey clash over law and order while Wallace faces heckling. In Washington, airline mechanics seek higher pay as gun control becomes law. National: NYC faces a major municipal labor crisis amid police slowdowns, firemen, and teachers strikes. A Shoshone group escorts off the reservation after 150 minutes.
Democrats plan the largest state rally in Hope at Fair Park Coliseum Thursday October 24 starting at 7 p.m. Rainbow Melodies Band and Odom Quartet perform before the event with refreshments. Speakers include Marion Crank Bill Wells Kelly Bryant Joe Purcell Nancy Hall Jimmie Jones Sam Jones Hardy Croxton and Senator Fulbright to be represented. Young Democrat Clubs from Magnolia Henderson and Ouachita colleges will attend. Caravans from across the state arrive around 6:30 p.m. to escort attendees to the venue.
State of Arkansas files in Nashville circuit court against W. W. White for a 335.07 check to Avon Lipscomb and against others for 849.83 to Fred and C. E. Parker at Citizens National Bank of Hope. Dickie Lauterback faces charges of false pretense in payment to J.D. Hockney totaling 1,500. The filing dates are in October.
Apollo 7 completed all flight objectives and provided data for planning Apollo 8 circumlunar flight around the moon. NASA says a final decision will wait until mid November after reviewing Apollo 7 results, with a Christmas time launch possible if approvals align.
LITTLE ROCK AP The Remington Arms Co plans two Lonoke County tracts as a possible site for a $20 million sporting ammunition plant. No firm decision yet, board to decide early next year. The land price was not disclosed. Apollo flights prove life support and guidance systems work for moon missions with three crew aboard and the tracking network demonstrates global communications links.
The Fall County Extension Homemaker Meeting will feature Christmas Decoration Tricks on Wednesday, October 23 from 1 30 to 3 00 pm at the new Community Center in the Housing Project center at 730 Taxi as Street Perrytown. Mrs W T Keys will preside with devotion.
Apollo 7 astronauts Eisele Cunningham and Schirra rode a helicopter to the USS Essex deck less than an hour after splashdown 330 miles south southeast of Bermuda. Clouds and rain hampered the recovery but all three were listed in good condition as sailors cheered aboard.
Readily identified Honorees include Rachel L Williamson a Philander Smith senior and daughter of Washington residents. Pvt Jimmy H Black completed eight weeks training at Fort Knox Ky and joins the 13th Armored Division in Fort Worth. ROTC liaison officers named for Henderson State College include John Hackler Patmos engineer with Red River Army Depot. Chief Master Sergeant Jack Reeves of Hope attended a first of its kind conference at Scott AFB Yokota AB Japan. Louisiana Fair Good Will Ambassador Candy Candido invites Hope Star newsboys. Hope Boosters fund fence project. football tin to be shown with coffee and donuts.
Thirteen Hope High School seniors were inducted into the National Honor Society in a formal morning ceremony. Named inductees include Lee Almond Donna Connelly Cherenne Cummings Robyn Gallow Herre Jerry McWae Butch Reeves Junanos Remnalae Brenda Rosenbaum Sue Ri Simmons Smith and Laney White.
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