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Judge Mayfield Criticizes State Supreme Court Justices Experience
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Circuit Court Judge Melvin Mayfield criticizes the Arkansas State Supreme Court justices for their lack of jury trial experience.
Date: 1976
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People Register to Vote for Upcoming Democratic Primary Election
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People register to vote for the upcoming primary election at the Craighead County Clerk's office. KAIT8 reporter interviews County Clerk Harlod Thompson on the great interest in the upcoming Democratic primary and believes this may be the largest primary vote in the county's history.
Date: 1976
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Governor Pryor Believes Candidates Should State Their Proposed Programs
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Arkansas Governor David Pryor believes all candidates should state what their proposed programs would be and how they would do it differently. He also reflects on the difficult decisions he has made.
Date: 1976
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Craighead County Judicial Candidates Signage
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Footage consists of several political signs for Craighead County judicial candidates: Jim Sawyers, Ralph Griffith, Dennis Gillam, and Hillis Pratt. [no audio]
Date: 1976
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Governor Pryor Talks About Financial Issues with New Jail Standards
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Arkansas Governor David Pryor talks about how the state does not have the revenue to implement the new jail standards.
Date: 1976
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People Enjoy Harrisburg's Bicentennial Celebration
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Numerous people enjoy the bicentennial celebration in Harrisburg. Arkansas Governor David Pryor dedicates the bicentennial park during the celebration.
Date: 1976
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Mayor Stallings Supports Public Works Bill
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Jonesboro Mayor Neil Stallings talks about his support for the federal public works bill, indicating cities, like Jonesboro, need it to help employ people and help cities save money. He also expresses concerns about President Gerald Ford's comments on revenue sharing.
Date: 1976
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Griffin Comments on Possible Improvements for Craighead County
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Arkansas Game & Fish Commission chairman Ralph Griffins comments on possible improvements in Craighead County during his announcement on his intention to run for county judge.
Date: 1976
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Representative Miller Speaks During Arkansas General Assembly Session
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Arkansas State Representative John Miller speaks during an Arkansas General Assembly session.
Date: 1976
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State Attorney General Tucker Gives His Opinion for a Utilities Rate Bill
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Arkansas Attorney General Jim Guy Tucker gives his opinion for a utilities rate bill which will be reasonable and fair.
Date: 1976
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Former Mayor Sanderson Declares his Judicial Qualifications
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Former Jonesboro Mayor Herbert Sanderson discusses his experience and qualifications for Craighead County Judge.
Date: 1976
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Hendrix States His Intention to Campaign for County Sheriff
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Suspended Jonesboro Police Detective Larry Hendrix states his intentions to run for Craighead County Sheriff despite his initial plan to wait until after his trial.
Date: 1976
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Pratt Announces Candidacy for County Judge
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Hillis Pratt announces his candidacy for county judge in the Democratic primary using the condition of local roads as a selling point.
Date: 1976
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State Attorney General Tucker Gives Speech to Trumann Chamber of Commerce
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Arkansas State Attorney General Jim Guy Tucker gives a speech at the Annual Banquet and Ladies Night of the Trumann Chamber of Commerce on renewing confidence in oneself and in one's history.
Date: 1976
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State Senator Bookout Shares Budget Concerns
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Arkansas State Senator Jerry Bookout discusses his concerns the Senate may be moving too rapidly to approve the budget for Governor David Pryor's project.
Date: 1976
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State Senator Bookout Addresses Financial Exemptions for Industries
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Arkansas State Senator Jerry Bookout addresses the possibility of financial exemptions for industries and businesses.
Date: 1976
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Representative Discusses Legislative Efforts to Change Prison Sentences
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A Missouri state representative discusses efforts by the state legislator to introduce bills to change mandatory prison sentences.
Date: 1976
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Governor Pryor Hopes for a Short State Legislative Session
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KAIT8 reporter interviews Arkansas Governor David Pryor where he expresses his hope for a short state legislative session
Date: 1976
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Governor Pryor Speaks at Ozark Gateway Tourism Council Annual Meeting
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Arkansas Governor David Pryor speaks at the Ozark Gateway Tourism Council annual meeting in Batesville. He praises tourism and industry in Arkansas.
Date: 1976
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Governor Pryor Briefly Talks About Arkansas Crime Check
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Arkansas Governor David Pryor briefly talks about Arkansas Crime Check and how it will take everyone's participation to prevent crime before it happens.
Date: 1976
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Jimmy Carter Campaigns for President in Jonesboro
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Jimmy Carter gives a presidential campaign speech In Jonesboro. Carter speaks about the high unemployment rate, the importance of a good education, and the role that government can have.
Date: 1976
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Man Criticizes Representative Burlison
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A man criticizes U.S. Representative Bill Burlison's enterprise issue score of nineteen. Burlison is also accused of stonewalling public record matters and personal disclosure questions.
Date: 1976
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Representative Alexander Campaigns
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Several shots during U.S. Representative Bill Alexander's reelection campaign. During a speech, he states he has had no communication with his opponent during his campaign regarding a disputed point.
Date: 1976
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Staffer Explains Why He Resigned
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A former congressional staffer, most likely for Bill Alexander, explains why he resigned from his position months before the election.
Date: 1976
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Staffer Wants to Know the Reasons for His Dismissal
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A congressman's staffer, possibly for U.S. Representative Bill Alrxander, wants to know the reasons for his dismissal.
Date: 1976
