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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1955
Page
10
Astronomers from the National Geographic Society say Mars may have only thin hoarfrost on its polar caps due to extreme water scarcity. The report notes the caps could be just a few inches thick, shaping expectations about the planet’s cold surface.
Morrison and former Gov. Long clashed in Houston and Elizabeth with sharp accusations over broken pledges and tax hikes. Other candidates Grevemberg McLemore and Preaus campaigned in Baton Rouge Columbia and New Orleans noting campaign costs, highway fencing plans, and machine politics. About 800000 voters expected in the January 17 primary.
E. A. Porter Jr was elected president of the Monroe West Monroe Real Estate Board for the coming year at a monthly dinner meeting Monday night at the Lotus club. Henry H Hinkle was named vice president and Mrs Terece Salley secretary treasurer, completing the new slate.
Benny Wayne Bourgeon of Vidalia has received his discharge from the U S Navy and returned home in time for the holidays. He plans to remain in Vidalia after completing his enlistment overseas.
The government reports 1955 ended with record livestock product output, making total crop-livestock production the highest on record despite smaller acreage. Soybeans hay and rice also posted notable results, with grains and farm outputs detailed across wheat, oats, sugar, and tubers.
Mississippi Public Service Commission says segregation will stay at rail and bus stations despite ICC order. Gov elect Coleman assured no mingling in waiting rooms cafes and rest rooms. Signs to be removed but separation enforced by state law and possible $50 daily fines for noncompliance.
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