17 Sep 1957
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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1957
Page
1
Sal Maglie, veteran pitcher, predicts the Yankees can sweep the Braves or Milwakee if they win the opener. He cites pitching, hitting, and defense as strengths and notes Hank Aaron remains the key opposing threat.
REA spokesman criticizes the federal rural electrification policy under the Hoover era, citing USDA procedures limiting REA loan approvals. Clyte Ellis of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association contends the new plan gives the administrator final say on rival electrification loans.
Pulaski Circuit Judge William Kithy set the date of November 16 for the death sentence of a Black man convicted in the postman’s slaying. The ruling overruled a motion for a new trial and was reported by E. D. Herred, the defense attorney, who indicated Terrod plans to appeal to the Arkansas court.
Maglie notes Spahn’s left handed edge and Spahn’s ability to trouble right hand hitters. He says Spahn is experienced and smart. Maglie adds that Johnny Sain can match McDougald and Schoendienst defensively but Yankee infield has slight edge overall. Stengel would value Maglie beside him on the bench during the series.
In Horpateas County Arkansas on September 16 1957 the court orders Claud Mays to appear within thirty days and answer the complaint filed by Daphne Mays. The seal and Byers clerk appear on record with dated notices sent September 17 24 and October 10 1957.
A fragmented note recalls Benjamin Franklin’s early idea for saving electricity in the 18th century and notes its late adoption during wartime as a measure to address power shortages. It references the proposed “fost Une” and World War 4 as a landmark in uniting daylight saving practices.
A Supreme Court action would delay the execution following a fatal Dec 20 shooting of William H. H. Smith Jr. as he sat in an automobile with a Nepro woman. The jury had previously delivered a death sentence after a trial for the alleged killer.
Hal Boyle recalls animal actors with dogs cats and a white horse named Mohum who work for TV and stage. The wolfhound Baron Wolfschmidt resists upright posing while trained by Birkner. Mammals fetch better pay than many human actors, with a wall of parrots earning about 43 dollars per production.
New Orleans Edward Hebert accuses the NAACP of behind the transfer of Tulane football’s Army game to West Point. Hebert says the push to move the game was a forced action by both schools amid segregation law concerns and possible revenue losses up to $50,000 for Tulane.
Attorney general alleges both groups violated state incorporation laws and face penalties. NAACP officials refuse to disclose certain information claiming constitutional protections. Article notes branches listed across Arkansas and questions about their operation and privacy rights.
At Atlantic City the American Legion opened its 39th annual convention with Harvey V. Higley urging action on care for sick and disabled veterans, including non service connected cases. He warned gratitude among the nation has declined and called for national policy to guide state and local programs.
The world’s largest sod-busting contest begins today on a 2,600 acre rain-softened tract in Adams County. Farmers from the United States and 14 other nations compete as exhibitors showcase machinery and conservation displays across 11 0 acres. Officials estimate total attendance at 250,000 with the Ohio state fair and national/world contests to follow.
Hussman named president and publisher of Camden News as the Palmer Organization board confirms Hussman will also head KCMC radio and television and KAMD radio in Camden. He previously served as assistant publisher of the Texarkana newspaper before taking ownership nine years ago.
The readable portions reference Husshah educated at Missouri and his wife Betty Palmer of Texarkana. They reportedly live in Camden with three children. The text is fragmentary and uncertainties remain about names and places.
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