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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1959

Page

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Compromise Viewed As Key To Bills In Congress

Senator Lyndon B. Johnson urged swift action by Congress and possible compromises with the administration to avoid a legislative deadlock. He said the majority must lead and do what can be agreed on, even if not everything desired, during a radio television interview with Senator Leverett Saltonstall.

Washington Lyndon B. Johnson Senate Congress Johnson Democratic Party Sen Leverett Saltonstall R-Mass Massachusetts Texas

Two Representatives Oppose Removal of Theo Cangelosi

East Baton Rouge lawmakers Rep W W Gaudin and Rep A T Sanders Jr denounce Governor Longs plan to remove Theo F Cangelosi as LSU board chair. They warn the move would politicize LSU and harm its status as a free, responsible university.

Theo Cangelosi Baton Rouge East Baton Rouge Louisiana W. W. Gaudin A. T. Sanders, Jr LSU Wey Cangelosi University Board of Supervisors Governor Long State University

Lloyd Feels Out Berlin Deal Progress

In Geneva British Foreign Secretary Selwyn Lloyd discussed with Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko the chances of a Berlin deal. Lloyd and Gromyko met over lunch lasting more than two hours as Western ministers prepared strategy talks and a Big Four secret session. Gromyko deflected, directing questions to Lloyd, while the U.S. and France stood firm against conceding Western Berlin terms.

Geneva Selwyn Lloyd Andrei Gromyko Soviet Union Berlin Lloyd Gromyko United States France

Most Lawmakers Expected Here For Long Confab

Gov Earl K Long will be met by a good turnout of legislators here Wednesday but most area salons oppose a special session. Sen James Sparks Monroe says he will attend if possible but is against calling a special session stating there’s no need for one.

Earl K. Long James Sparks Monroe Sparks Holiday Inn Long Hot Springs Ark J. M. Menefee Menefee Rep T. T. Fields Fields Sen B. R Patton Farmerville

Man Killed and Burned in Salt Dome Oil Rig Fire

An oil rig accident near Grand Isle left one man dead and 11 badly burned after two explosions at 11:35 p.m. The Coast Guard rescued 11, recovered one drowned victim, and rushed survivors to New Orleans area hospitals. The Salt Dome Drilling Co rig is owned by Gulf Oil Corp, with Ted Merifield of Cutoff named as owner.

New Orleans Salt Dome Grand Isle Coast Guard Pelican BIG Ochsner Foundation Ted Merifield Cutoff Claude Gray Houma Gray Bulliard Builliard Salt Dome Drilling Co Gulf Oil Corp Paul Frederick Jr Sunset Harvey FE. Jones Gretna I. H. McPherson Houston Joseph B. Soileau Ville Platte Abel Verdrine Jr Abel Verdrine Sr

Purge Begins on Winn Parish Voter Rolls in Ward 6

In Winnfield Louisiana two men from Atlanta began checking Ward 6 voter rolls early today hoping to uncover illegally registered voters. Senator W M Rainach visited the courthouse during the purge but said he was on a gubernatorial campaign trip and not involved in the purge.

Winnfield UPI Yi Earl Long Toan W. T. Stillers L. W Ferguson Atlanta Winn Parish W. M. Rainach Joint Legislative Committee On Rainach

West Monroe Mayor Lauds Louisiana Municipal Associationin Review

Mayor J Allan Norris of West Monroe writes the Presidents Page praising the Louisiana Municipal Association and its benefits for Louisiana citizens in the current Louisiana Municipal Review edition.

J. Allan Norris West Monroe The Louisiana Municipal Review

Senator Sparks Returns to Monroe Office After Europe Trip

Senator James Sparks of Monroe returns to his office after a European vacation. Sparks notes that coverage of Earl Long story drew attention in Paris newspapers.

James Sparks Monroe Europe Sparks Earl Long Paris

Hunting meeting for Ouachita wildlife unit set in Virginia Hotel

Canada hunting sportsmen may attend a regular Ouachita Wildlife Unit meeting tomorrow night at 7 30 pm A film on hunting in Canada will be shown and all sportsmen are invited at the Virginia Hotel.

Canada Ouachita Wildlife Unit Virginia Hotel

Wasn t No Rat Negro Preacher Tells Of Spook

Willis Booth, a Tippah County preacher, described frightening events at his home as furniture shifted and mirrors shattered. Neighbors gathered to witness the unexplained disturbances starting with gravel rattling near him during a Sunday morning, concluding with supernatural activity. Continued on Page Two.

Blue Mountain Miss Willis Booth Tippah County Booth

DeQuincy Prison Officer Transferred After Abuse Allegations

Louisiana officials praised DeQuincy State Correctional Institute for disciplining abuse by officers. Joseph J. Dore, linked to prior incidents at Angolan, was moved from Angolan back to Angola after refusing a transfer. Rep Horace Lynn Jones discussed the investigations and a civil service report with State Institutions Board.

Angola California Anderson Dore Horace Lynn Jones Calcasieu Parish Civil Service State Institutions Board George T. Hamner Jr

Europeans Have Mixed Feelings On Nixon Tour

Western Europe reacted with varied judgments to Vice President Nixon and Soviet Premier Khrushchev trading sharp remarks in Moscow. Newspapers praised Nixon for composure while criticizing the spectacle as a sign that open exchanges threaten diplomacy.

Nixon London Europe Richard M. Nixon Nikita Khrushchev Britain Liberal News Chronicle Belgium le Peuple Moscow Holland Khrushchev London Daily Express the Express

Wife shoots husband to death in Ohio home

Conneaut Ohio police say Earl C Hawkins 54, a Star Beacon business manager, was shot in the basement as he removed shoes after mowing the lawn. His wife Arleta 49 admitted the shooting and said she only meant to scare him. She is held in jail without charge. The couple, married 28 years, have a son 25 living in Pittsburgh.

Conneaut Ashtabula Jefferson C. Roller Calvin Hutchins Roller Tom Fasula Hawkins Davis Pittsburgh

Seven Die In Louisiana Weekend Mishaps

Seven persons died in Louisiana over the weekend in multiple accidents. A Lake Pontchartrain drowning involved 12 year old Robert Greer. A Longville wreck killed William J. Slaydon after a rainstorm crash on State Highway 12. Sugartown losses included Mrs. Alfred Dickens and her children Patsy Ruth and Matie Ford. A Cut Off girl, Janie Ann Worley, drowned at Grand Isle. Covington man James Barker died in a hit and run near Highways 22 and 190.

William J. Slaydon Longville Bagley Alfred Dickens Patsy Ruth Matie Ford J. D. Ford Sugartown Grand Isle Percy Crosby Janie Ann Worley Coast Guard Carol Worley James Barker Covington

Five Burglaries Under Probe In Monroe

Monroe police investigate five burglaries reported Saturday night into Sunday morning. Only one theft totaled 240 dollars from Beard's Cafe on South Second and Orange Streets. Other losses include two tires at a Texaco on Forsythe Avenue and a 150 dollar battery charger at Forsythe Fire Service Station. Chief James C. Kelly Jr. notes possible links among the offenses.

Monroe James C. Kelly Jr Beard’s South Second Orange Streets Texaco North 18Th Forsythe Avenue Forsythe Fise Sam Lasuzza Sta

Justice Of Peace Goes On Binge For Law Order

Justice of the Peace Earl B Dougherty drove Bucks County issuing 159 conviction on sight notices during Sunday blue-law enforcement. He encountered actress Peggy Cass at the Bristol Playhouse and asked about her employment before convicting her on view.

Justice of Peace Law Bristol Justice of the Earl B. Dougherty Pennsylvania Daugherty Bucks County Philadelphia Peggy Cass Dougherty Pennsyvania Bristol Playhouse Cass

Manhunt for Picnic Murderer Sweeps White Mountains

A widespread search is underway for Eli Gendron, 51, killed after sharing a picnic lunch in Crawford Notch New Hampshire. His wife Retta, 49, watched as Gendron was shot in the chest and a second bullet grazed his artificial left arm. The gunman forced Mrs. Gendron from the car and took a wallet with 175 to 200 dollars in vacation pay.

Crawford Notch N. H White Mountains Eli Gendron North Woodstock Retta Gendron

Chuckle Caption From Midwest Church Sign

A churchyard sign near a Midwest church quips I you can’t take money with you but you can send it on ahead. The lighthearted message plays on faith and finances, inviting parishioners to consider generosity.

Humid Weather Forecast for Monroe Area

Yesterday’s humid weather kept the high at 85 degrees in Monroe. Rainfall measured 0.58 inches at Selman Field. Tonight’s low 73 with 72 to 76 expected. Tomorrow’s highs 88 to 92 with continued clouds and moisture.

Monroe Federal Aviation Agency Selman Field

City begins drainage aid as floods test plans

Mayor W L Jack Howard announced the city is moving quickly on a 2.389 million drainage program to fix critical areas after weekend floods. Engineers say total drainage overhaul could cost about 6 million and take two years to complete, with final plans due in nine days.

W. L Jack) Howard Howard Monroe Ford Bacon Davis French L. Smith Utilities Commission

Nixon Sees Lenin Nuclear Icebreaker in Limited Tour

Vice President Nixon and Rickover viewed the Lenin in Leningrad with only brief access to reactor areas. Russians promised full power operation by October, while Nixon urged a closer inspection of the reactors and more transparency. The tour ended with calls to cooperate to break the ice and move talks to the conference table.

Leningrad Richard M. Nixon Adm Hyman Rickover Nixon Rickover Soviet Union Siberia Nikita Khrushchev Khrushchev

Morrison Says Long Running Benefits His Gubernatorial Bid

New Orleans Mayor deLesseps Morrison tells the Chattanooga Times he hopes Louisiana Governor Earl Long runs again for personal reasons, arguing a Long re election would aid Morrison’s own race while noting Long may seek to circumvent the Constitution. Morrison rejects pursuing court action if Long runs.

Chattanooga Tenn New Orleans deLesseps Morrison Louisiana Earl Long Long Morrison Chattanooga Times Winchester Page

Want Ads Link Buyers and Sellers in Classified Form

Classified notice explains want ads connect buyers seeking used items with sellers. Highlights low seven day rates and cancellation privileges. Emphasizes the practical swap of goods through the newspaper classified section.

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