Cost of Living Declines in August Across Food Prices
Washington reports a modest one tenth of one percent drop in the costs of living in August led by declines in fresh fruits vegetables and meat prices. Despite the dip almost all food items eased while housing rents and interest rates rose. about 125,000 workers will see wage increases under escalating cost contracts.
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Purpose of senior group outlined at town meeting
The purpose of a community wide Senior Citizen Group is outlined for a meeting at the Saenpor Theatre on Thursday. The group aims to form a permanent organization with officers and by laws, coordinate services for older persons, and develop projects to improve programs and facilities in Hope and Hempstead County.
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Piece of Wood From a Saw Injures Man
A workman suffered back injuries after a fragment from a saw struck him this morning at Beyer factory yard. He received emergency care and was taken to hospital for treatment. Authorities investigate the accident and determine the cause of the flying piece.
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Hempstead Memorial Hospital marks four years of operation
Hempstead Memorial Hospital celebrated its four-year anniversary with remarks by Administrator Charlie Wilson. The four-year program shows total project costs at about 678000, with cumulative income and patient numbers rising, including 106 patients with 106 surgeries and 34 babies born. Wilson cited salaries at about 60 percent of income and noted insurance revenue and local health coverage patterns. Guests included Frank Powell and Charles Moruzzi of Little Rock, with Kiwanis Club pancake sale planned for October 2.
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Hurricane Gracie Lingers Off Florida Atlantic Coast
Hurricane Gracie remains far offshore yet drives a brisk gale along the Florida coast as Weather Bureau warns southeastern shores to monitor reports. Officials say the storm’s center is about 275 miles east of Miami and moving north northwest parallel to the coast with winds increasing slightly.
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Auto Crash Damages Vehicle in Local Collision
A Brock driver named FS Bridley Ht collided with Morton Voaxtic yesterday, badly smashing the auto. The front end was demolished, officers Shirley and Sloynott reported minor rear fender damage to the Gab of the back, and the scene was described with only limited injuries.
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Boat Accident Claims 12 of One Family in Upper Michigan
In Imessing Michigan a family of 12 perished when a fishing trip ended in disaster. The father surviving described the tragedy as a sudden, devastating event as a small outboard boat swung ashore on a cranberry picking day. Victims include Dora Grayson, 41, and 10 children plus an uncle and two other relatives. The oldest child was Doris May, 17, and the scene unfolded near the Lions Forest area as the family visited relatives.
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Washington Group Names a Director
George Peck of Hope was elected to the Pioneer Washington Restoration Foundation Board to succeed Alex Washburn. Other board members include W.A. Etter, Mrs. Mattie T. Wilson, Thurston 4. Halsey, Mrs. Charles A. Haynes, Miss Mary Margaret Haynes of Washington, and B.W. Edwards, Talbot Feild Jr., James H. Pilkinton of Hope. Officers for another year: James H. Pilkinton President, W.H. Ester Vice President, Mrs. Mark T. Wilson Treasurer, Talbot Peilds Jr. Secretary. Bruce Anderson of Little Rock was named to prepare final drawings for the restoration of the Old Washington Tavern, with construction to begin when plans are complete.
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All Around Town Flopy Booster Cab and the June wy Chamber
A cluttered town column notes events and gatherings including football onlookers, a parish rally, and community committee chairpersons. It mentions Hope Presbyterian activities in Magnolia and a fall rally led by Chuveis, with various local names and groups cited as organizers and attendees.
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Eisenhower Calls for Settlement in Steel Strike
Washington AP reports President Eisenhower urged both sides in the steel strike to settle, saying collective bargaining faces a test. Mitchell noted the need for government action if talks fail, with possible injunctions under the Sherman act that could keep workers returning to mills for up to 80 days. A mediator said there has been little progress after 10 days of strike action.
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Weather F Experiment Station Report
Weather briefing for 24 hours ending 7 a m Wednesday shows high 88 and low 63 with no precipitation. Total precipitation for 1950 through August is 81.03 inches. Compared to last year’s period, 41.81 inches. Arkansas outlook calls for scattered thundershowers through Thursday with warm temperatures, highs in the 80s to 90s and nighttime lows in the 60s. Regional AP forecast notes partly cloudy to warm conditions statewide with widely scattered thunderstorms in many sections and varying high and low ranges across regions.
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