Concerned Citizens in Monroe Respond to Mayor on Christmas Turkey
The group disputes Mayor Ralph Troy’s claim about employee bonuses and raises, arguing the city used six vendors to dodge the bid law and paid premium prices. They question if all turkeys ordered were delivered and note audits show large raises for nonemployees while workers face reduced benefits.
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Monroe
Ralph Troy
Citizens For
Johnny Parkerson
Troy
F. P. Rogers
Two Teens Sentenced for Theft in Fourth District Court
In Fourth District Court Melton E. Thomas 18 of West Monroe received two years in jail for theft of property valued 100 to 500. Charles Ridgeway 33 of Monroe got a suspended two year sentence and two years probation. David Finley 17 of Monroe received three years hard labor suspended and one year jail with five years probation for simple burglary of Ouachita Parish High School. R C Coon 21 of Downsville had probation terms adjusted with a $500 fine payable in $50 monthly installments starting February.
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Twin Cities
Fourth District
Melton BE. Thomas
Mitchell Lane
West Monroe
Charles Ridgeway
Stone Ave
Monroe
Fourth District Court
Fred Fudickar
David Finley
12Th St
Ouachita Parish
R. C. Coon
Downsville
Chemist develops method to extinguish metal fires
Oak Ridge Tennessee chemist Dc R Sehmitt at the Oak Ridge Y 12 Plant of the Atomic Energy Commission has devised a technique using carbon micro spheres sprayed through a pressurized nozzle to suppress fires in burning metals like magnesium sodium and potassium.
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Oak Ridge, Tenn
API
Oak Ridge Y . 12
Atomic Energey Commission
Dc. R. Sehmitt
Ruston Man Arrested on Drug Charges
A 27 year old Ruston man George Steve Tabor was arrested by Lincoln Parish Sheriffs officials on drug related charges including possession with intent to distribute marijuana LSD amphetamines mescaline and carrying a concealed weapon. He remained in Lincoln Parish Jail under bond as investigators awaited lab reports.
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Ruston
George Steve Tabor
Lincoln Parish
Tabor
Louisiana
Shreveport
Taher
Recreation Meet Set At Newellton Desegregation Effort
The Newellton Recreation Center Advisory Committee will meet at 4 p m today in the Newellton High School cafeteria to discuss aid for desegregation of community facilities. Members include Edwin Britt Luther Hollingsworth Mary Coleman Sam Dillard Thelma Hopkins Dr Willam Vosburg Matilda Jackson Kaylene Baker and eight student members Kim Parkers Carmen Moses Del Turner Curtis Leak Millie Harris Harry Davis Johnny Virgil William Hawkins.
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News - Star News Service
Newellton
Newellton Recreation Center
Edwin Britt
Luther Hollingsworth
Mary Coleman
Sam Dillard
Thelma Hopkins
Willam Vosburg
Matilda Jackson
Kaylene Baker
Kim Parkers
Carmen Moses
del Turner
Curtis Leak
Millie Harris
Harry Davis
Johnny Virgil
William Hawkins
Dr C B Ellis Named Chamber President for 1974
Natchitoches Parish Chamber of Commerce selects Dr C B Lum Ellis as president for 1974. He will assume duties January 22 at the chamber’s annual banquet. Directors for 1974 include Nettles Brown, Dr T F White, Dr T P Southerland and Jo van Thomas.
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Natchitoches
C. B
Lum) Ellis
Natchitoches Parish
Birth of astronomer Johann Kepler in 1571 Württemberg
The article notes the birth of Johann Kepler, a key figure in astronomy, born in Württemberg on December 27, 1571, highlighting his studies of the planets and impact on the science.
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Kepler
Johann Kepler
Wurttemberg
Dee
Area Sclons Vote On Home Rule Bills in House
Louisiana members split on the District of Columbia home rule conference report which passed the House 272 to 74. Reps Waggonner Passman Rarick Treen opposed. Boggs Breaux Long supported. Absent Nebert. Senate action followed with related votes on emissions, tax, and attorney general nominee.
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Star News Service
Washington
Joeld. Wagronner Jr
Louisiana
House
District of Columbia
Senate
Lindy Boggs
John Breaux
Gillis Long
Waggonner
Otto Passman
John Rarick
David Treen
Edward. Nebert
Lowisiana
J. Bennett Johnston
Arkansas
J. W. Fulbright
John McClellan
Texas
John Tower
Lousiana Sen
Russell B. Lowe
Troyd Bentsen
Ark-To-Tex
William D. Savbe
Atorney
Local Anti Flood Plan Moves Forward in Ouachita Parish
Ouachita Parish Police Jury approves pumps and levee work around Town and Country subdivision to ease flood risk. Plans include dam on J-11 Canal and drainage district creation west of the Ouachita River with a public hearing set for January 14.
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Ouachita Parish
Monroe Dunlap
Dunlap
Magnolia Drive
Bayo DeSiard
Hideway Road
Bayou DeSiard
Monroe
Ouachita River
West Monroe
Frank Jenkins
Environmental Protection Agency
Jenkins
Richwood
John Withite
Ouachita Water Works
State Health Department
Treasure Island
Wilhite
Population Growth Rates Differ Across Nations
World Bank data show industrial nations growing around 1 percent annually while developing countries see growth of 3 to 4 percent per year. The figures highlight diverging demographic trends and potential development challenges.
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World Bank
CNS
Monroe Staff Studies Zoning Fees and Plans
Monroe planning officials study fees to cover zoning review costs proposed by the Monroe Ouachita Regional Planning Commission. Fees may be flat or per acre, aiming to offset paperwork while avoiding burden on applicants. A Northgate Development parking plan was approved pending reworking entrances fronting Hudson Lane.
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Monroe + Ouachita
Louisville Ave
Hudson Lane
Sears
Hudson
Louisville
S & S Realty Co., Inc
DeSjiard Road
Gilbert Avenue
Zoning Proposals Include Expanded Areas and Planned Unit Development
The city discussed extending the Scott Equipment Sales site from B-3 to add 3.8 acres south of Harvester Drive and east of U.S. 165 bypass now in I l ight industry. A planned unit development would require three acre minimums with 40 percent open space and 50 percent for recreational facilities. The Lamyville plan aims to permit multi family housing and create a business park with underground utilities and neighborhood businesses.
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Scott Equipment Sales
Harvester Drive
U.S. 165
Lamyville
District States Drainage Meet Set at Jack Hayes School
East Town and Country Drainage District schedules a 7 p.m. meeting at Jack Hayes School to discuss progress on establishing the district. Chairman William E. Laird says the session will cover district development and is open to the public.
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East Town and Country Drainage District
Jack Hayes School
William E. Laird Laird
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Goodfellows
Neville High
Cleo Price
Charles Sharp
Ben Harrison
Billy Kingery
Lawerence Anderson
Harold Kreeman
Tom Talley
Concerned Citizens Group
News - Star
Dr. Ellis
News-Star
IRS
Internal Revenue Service
N. 11Th West Monroe
Marie Decellenc
G.M
Ruby
Ery Street
Junior Charity League
District States Drainage Meet
Silverstein
DeSiard—Monroe
FTD Florist
FTD
Philippines
Joie DE Fleur” Perfume & Cologne
Fondue
Florists
Transworld Delivery Assoc
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