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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1968
Page
7
Washington AP reports malnutrition strikes beyond the poor, touching expectant mothers and teens from middle and upper class families as preliminary government findings indicate widespread dietary gaps and health concerns.
Billy Graham addresses parents worried about a son drawn into campus protests. He notes a growing campus movement and argues a minority of anarchists drive disruption. He urges students to articulate concrete plans and focus on education rather than destructive riots.
A wide search continued for 19 inmates missing from the parish prison as city officials argued over blame for the jail break. Two of the 21 men were captured, Robert J. Miller and Peter W. Jarvi, both with 15 year sentences for robbery.
Northeast Louisiana and surrounding areas expect fair weather through Wednesday with cold today and tonight, warming by Wednesday afternoon. Highs range from 46 to 58, lows 28 to 38, light northerly winds, with no precipitation indicated through Wednesday and a few showers possible Thursday.
The report highlights severe malnutrition among teenagers and poor, illiterate mothers who lack knowledge of government programs. It notes iron-deficiency anemia and goiter, with iodized salt seen as a solution if states mandate it. Congressional critics cite Hunger USA claims and The Citizens Board of Inquiry. Heyd pushes for higher prison funding.
Celebrating Mrs J R Strickland Sr birthday at 215 Peach St Monroe with family and six grandchildren. Charles T Miller promoted to Army Specialist on Nov 28 assigned to 4th Infantry Division in Vietnam with duties in near Pleiku. entered service April 1967 and trained at Ft Polk. Cadet Robert Grant McNeely promoted to Cadet Private First Class in Castle battalion of cadets at Castle.
A personal note extends warm wishes to friends and customers for a joyful Christmas season and the brightest new year. The message emphasizes goodwill and festive cheer among the community.
Funeral services for Rossie A Burlew 48 of Brandon Mississippi were planned after a Sunday automobile accident near Heights Military Academy. Burlew a former Winnsboro police officer survived by his widow three sons five daughters mother and siblings with burial in Oakley Cemetery near Gilbert.
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