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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1957

Page

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Sheep Killing Dog Executed After Conviction

In Hardin County, Orma S Bernard was convicted of killing sheep and faced execution after a trial in which Judge Arthur D Tudor denied a new trial motion for Annie. The case involved sightings of the dog near a farm, blood and lamb fragments found, and testimony from Dr George Pleasant and farmer Ray Emerson. Mrs Perkins, whose son is in the Army, was among those reacting as the dog’s fate was decided.

Kenton Orma S. Bernard Sheen Hardin County Common Arthur D. Tudor Annie Joan Perkins Apter Raymond Hattery Ray Emerson Tes Perkins Kestel Cain Teac George Pleasant Army Chad

Demos Launch Grass Roots Fund Drive

The Democratic Party begins a nationwide grass roots fund drive led by former President Harry Truman. Chairman Butler presents a starter sustaining membership card to Truman at his Independence home, with a door to door fundraising campaign set for October 11-12 called Dollars for Peace Day. Sustaining members contribute at least $10 yearly.

Harry Truman Pan Mr. Butler Acratic National Chaeeis Butler Democratic Party

Trial Brings Out Teen-Age Sport In Baton Rouge

A six day murder trial in Baton Rouge ended with two 16 and 17 year old defendants acquitted of killing Marion O Durbin who was beaten and robbed. Testimony described youths boasting about targeting homosexuals. Durbin’s widow expressed grief and forgiveness as the jury found the teens not guilty.

Baton Rouge Marion O. Durbin Herbert Ray Mears Durbin William S. Rowan Mears Rowan

Advice From 100 Year Old Nellie Faxon

West Hartford Connecticut Mrs Nellie A Faxon aged 100 offers a practical tip urging people to care for their health with the same diligence they give to their cars. The quip reflects a long life of self care and humor from a centenarian.

West Hartford, Conn Nellie A. Faxon

Quiet Marines Leave Budapest After Thaw and Turmoil

In Budapest the U S Marines depart after a brief tour in a Communist capital. Nine Marines lived discreetly, enjoyed Hungarian music and records, taught the Marine Hymn, and frequented small cafes. They witnessed late fall fighting, a balcony shelling incident, and a post revolution dating ban, then extended trips to Vienna for leaves.

Budapest U.S Budanest Hungary Ieeenath Aranvkez-Utca Golden Hand Street Uncle Sam Vienna

Youth Festival Debates Open in Moscow with World Participation

The Soviet hosted World Youth Festival opened with flag waving and a sendoff for Communist leaders. Delegates from more than a dozen countries join discussion groups on topics from atomic physics to hobbies while athwart sports and entertainment fill the program. About 39 000 attend with 10 000 from outside the Soviet Union. President Voroshilov states the USSR never imposes its way of life. Roughly 400 Hungarians attend and fewer than 100 Americans participate without a formal program during the four hours of parade, speeches, and Lenin Stadium ceremonies.

Moscow Russia Soviet Winee Hill Voroshilov Soviet Union Lenin Stadium

Laborite Attacks Gravel's Critics

In Lake Charles Louisiana a labor leader rallied to support Democratic Nat Com Camille Gravel and assailed three Gravel critics. L. E. Hennigan named State Sen. Rainach State Rep. Garrett and Dist Atty Perez as anti Civil Rights figures and accused them of denying rights and stoking hate. He urged Gravel not to bow to their influence.

Lake Charles la Ua Camille Gravel Gravel Eisenhower L. E. Hennigan Louisiana State Labor Council W. MM. Ratnach Citizens Councils John Garrett Leander Perez Plaquemines St. Bernard Parishes Hennigan Perez Rainach Hest Tino Iron Curtain

Funeral held for Maj. Henry Arrington at Pensacola

Funeral services were held today for Maj. Henry Arrington 37 stratojet commander at Barksdale Air Force Base. He died Friday of a cerebral hemorrhage. He was a veteran of 17 years in the Air Force.

Pensacola Fla Henry Arrington Barksdale Air Force Base Air Force

Mizell Leaves for “More Friendly Surroundings” Over Rate Hikes

G D Mizell Sr of Forest Hill Telephone Co. announced he is leaving for friendlier surroundings after police jury approved rate increases he says will bankrupt his company. He also offered his stock for sale as part of the financial distress.

Alexandria G. D. Mizell Sr Forest Hill Telephone Co Mizell

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