Carter taps Blumenthal and Pfeiffer for cabinet posts
President elect Jimmy Carter selects Werner Michael Blumenthal as treasury secretary and Jane Cahill Pfeiffer as the first female commerce secretary. Both appointments aim to expand his Cabinet with women and minorities.
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Toy Box Warns as Danger to Young Children
News highlights note a toy box as a potentially dangerous item for children under four. The item is discussed alongside other briefs on NATO, European cross border shopping trends, and Joe Namath’s Broadway moment, signaling a wide range of topics.
Northeast Louisiana Weather Outlook for Tonight and Wednesday
Cloudy skies with rain likely by evening. Remaining cool through tonight. Wednesday highs near 50 degrees. Precipitation chances unknown.
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Alcohol myths survey mailed by Louisiana Highway Safety
A questionnaire under a pilot program of the Louisiana High way Safety Commission through Lafayette City Court and University of Southwestern Louisiana has been mailed to Monroe area news media. It estimates 23,000 US traffic deaths this year involving alcohol.
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Monroe
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Time for a second car Find great buys in daily want ads
The want ads highlight opportunities to buy new and used cars and trucks. Readers can scan listings for deals on various makes models and prices and compare options for a second vehicle.
Goodfellows Aid Santa in Twin Cities Appeals
The Goodfellows drive in Monroe Louisiana nears its $18,500 goal with 10 days left. Readers are urged to send cash donations and items for needy families. letters from mothers describe hardship and requests for food, clothing, and toys. Donations may be mailed to News-Star-World Publishing Co at 411 N 4th St Monroe LA 71201 by Friday.
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Monroe
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News-Star—World Office
Local Goodfellows Christmas Cards Fund Totals
In memory and tribute entries from donors and supporters list names such as Cecil C. Fryant Winona Mingledorff Murray Hudson I.W. Rogers Nell L. Adams and Frank Guerriero among many others. The document tallies total contributions to date reaching 25.00 with numerous in lieu of cards notes from families and organizations including Ridgedale Kindergarten Monroe Opera Club First Methodist Church West Monroe and the Grandparents group.
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Bill) Williams
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Monroe Commission Approves Third Action Year CD Project
The Monroe Commission Council approved a 1.626 million dollar Community Development Project with one change shifting funds from buying equipment for the landfill to a rat eradication program. Several officials opposed parts of the plan citing Breard Leg and fire department HQ spending and questioning need. Mayor Howard defended the urban renewal vote and noted benefits tied to rehab grants and loans while urging critics to consider those aided by the program.
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Monroe Commission Council Today
Ther T. (Dick) Harper
Washington Street
W. L
Jack) Howard
Louisville
N. 18Th Street
Uncle Sam Forgiven for Sewer Assessment Charges
Monroe Mayor W. L. Howard announced a resolution forgiving about $3.00 in sewer assessments for the U.S. Government area near the main post office on U S 165 North. Finance Commissioner Harlan Prestridge spoke up after initial reluctance, noting Uncle Sam ensured payment, and there were no official hard feelings.
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Sam
Two Men Arrested On Several Counts
Two 21-year-old West Monroe residents were arrested Monday by Ouachita Parish Sheriff deputies on armed robbery aggravated assault of a police officer attempted distribution of marijuana distribution of marijuana and possession of marijuana. The suspects David M. Taylor and Lowell G. Williams both of West Monroe were held in the Ouachita Parish Jail with no bond set.
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Ouachita Parish
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Williams
Quachita Parish
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