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Miss Louisiana Beauty Pageant heads to Monroe week
Thirty eight contestants from across the state gather in Monroe June 30 to July 3 at Neville High School for Miss Louisiana. Notables include Miss America 1964 Vonda Kay Van Dyke and Miss Mississippi Judy Simino with many regional reps. A downtown parade opens the events, followed by four days of talent, speeches, and formal gown showcases.
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Monroe
Neville High School
Vonda Kay van Dyke
Arizona
Mississippi
Judy Simino
Natchez
Karen Carlson
Shreveport
George T. Walker
P.O
Cecilia Kathleen Shea
Mary Caroline Barr
Springhill
LSU
Jo Ann Garner
Kilbourne
West Carroll Parish
Northeast
Louisiana State College At
Louisiana College
Deborah Gaul Swartz
Bastrop
Northeast Louisiana Stock Show
Lynn Baughman
Farmerville
Louisiana Tech
Tech
Shelia Stewart
Arcadia
Bienville Parish
Shela
Slidell
Darlene Franklin
Southeastern Louisiana State College
South Pacific
Jonesville
Dianne Scott
Louisiana
Northwestern State College
Shirley Lynne Duncan
Jennings
Deborah Gail Swartz