Peach Festival in Ruston schedules talent show prizes
The Ruston Louisiana Peach Festival adds a 50 dollar first prize 35 dollar second prize and 25 dollar third prize for a Friday June 27 talent show at Louisiana Tech Howard Auditorium. Preliminary contests start 2 pm final performances 8 pm eight finalists chosen from prelims.
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Howard Auditorium
Louisiana Tech
Ruston
Dixiegem
Louisiana
Lake Providence
Queen Dixiegem
Princess Peach
41 Millions in Dimes March Progress Report
Contributions to the 1952 March of Dimes set records in at least 46 states lifting the national total as of May 31 to about 41 million dollars. Basil O Connor notes a 23 percent rise from 1951 and cites state gains, volunteers, and per capita gifts while reflecting on polio relief needs.
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Basil O’connor
National Foundation For
O'Connor
National Foundation
O’connor
U. S. Public Health Service
Mr. O'Connor
Kentucky
Mississippi
Alabama
Utah
Louisiana
Colorado
District of Columbia
Alaska
Wyoming
Nevada
Little Theatre of Monroe Nears Charter Limit for Membership
The Little Theatre of Monroe announces a first time approach to its 1000 member charter cap as dues remain six dollars for adults and three for students. With 8 night runs and a 112 seat theater at Selman Field, expansion is not yet possible and new members are urged to apply or renew promptly.
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Twin Cities
Little Theatre
Selman Field
Monroe
Little Theatre of Monroe, Inc
P. O
Security program defense speech at Monroe meeting
Harriman denounces attempts to sabotage a nationwide security program paying dividends to Americans from aggressive Communism. He attacks both Republican wings for disaster through defeatism in Europe, belligerency in Asia, and for failing to sustain a national policy with a strong domestic program.
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Monroe
News-Star
Congress
Harriman Attacks GOP in Phoenix For Nomination
W Averell Harriman labeled the Republican party as grim old pessimists during a Phoenix visit for the Democratic presidential nomination. He argued Democrats offer a positive program for progress at home and abroad and tied U S prosperity to an expanded global economy. He spoke with Democratic leaders and deployed to the party convention.
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Phoenix
Ariz
W. Averell Harriman
Republican Party
GOP
Harriman
Democratic Party
West
East
Nurserymen to Attend Short Course at SLI
Louisiana florists and nurserymen begin a practical short course at Southwestern Louisiana Institute with classes in general horticulture greenhouse management insect and disease control and plant identification. Dr James Foret announces the schedule and registration opens June 16 with a $10 fee. Dormitory and dining hall facilities are available at regular student rates. The course runs through June 28.
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Dean of Agriculture
Martin Hall
Bernice Lions Name Incoming Officers
Bernice Lions Club in Bernice elected officers for the coming year led by President E. W. Hageman and junior vice president John Caldwell Jr. Other officers include second vice president Seth Tanner and Lion tamer L. A. Jenkins with L. A. Hall as tail twister and L. A. Hall as secretary-treasurer. Directors named were L. A. Hall, L. E. Minter, R. B. Middleton Sr., J. D. Lindsey, and J. B. Colvin along with committee selections for next year.
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Bernice
Lions Club
E. W. Hageman
John Caldwell, Jr
Seth Tanner
J. Y. Green
Lion Tanner
L. A. Jenkins
Tail Twister
L. A. Hall
L. E. Minter
R. B. Middleton
J. D. Lindsey
Protect pottery casseroles from sudden temperature changes
To prevent breakage, shield pottery casseroles from rapid temperature shifts by avoiding direct flame and sudden heat exposure. Allow gradual warming and cooling to preserve durability and finish.
Radio placement tips for stability and safety
A radio should not be placed directly in front of a window or radiator to avoid temperature and humidity changes. Nearby lamps or electrical appliances with loose connections can cause static in the radio.
Candidates for East Carroll Ward Three School Board
Dr. T G Biggs lists official filings for ward three to fill the late Edward Davis Schneider. John M Hester Elsie Bell Terral Jack Hagel and Marie Davis filed. Ward four incumbent Cora Lee Cooper Ragland will be the nominee as filing closed June 3. Ward seven filings include Lucy B Martin and Morris Coleman. Jesse King did not seek re election. Zell Stockner, from Ward three, holds the longest tenure.
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Lake Providence
T. G. Biggs
East Carroll Parish
Democratic Executive Committee
Edward Davis Schneider
John M. Hester
Elsie Bell Terral
Jack Hagel
Marie Davis
Schneider
Cora Lee Cooper Ragland
Ragland
Jesse King
Lucy B. Martin
Morris Coleman
East Carroll
Jesse Kings
Zell Stockner
Ward Three
How To Make Potato Croquettes From Mashed Potatoes
To make croquettes mix two cups mashed potatoes with a beaten egg and a teaspoon of grated onion. Shape and roll in buttered crumbs then brown in a moderate oven.
Baptist Youth Rally Saturday Announced
Rev. Sellers Aycock of Rayville will preach at the Ridge Avenue Baptist Church in West Monroe Saturday night at 8.00 pm for a Baptist Youth Rally. An overflow crowd is expected as Aycock, a former Rayville High School favorite and current Louisiana College student, speaks with other youth leaders. Youth from the Twin Cities and Ouachita parish are invited.
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Sellers Aycock
Rayville
Big Baptist
Ridge Avenue Baptist Church
West Monroe
Aycock
Louisiana College
Twin Cities
Ouachita Parish
New Pastor Takes Charge In Providence
The Rev. Thomas Major Lancaster arrives in Lake Providence to lead the First Methodist Church replacing Rev. A. A. Collins who moved to Baton Rouge. A Zephyr Texas native and World War I veteran, he comes from Greenwood Louisiana and led his first service on June 8 after earning degrees from Trinity University and Southern Methodist University.
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Lake Providence
Thomas Major Lancaster
Zephyr
Tex
First Methodist Church
Lancaster
A. A. Collins
Baton Rouge
Greenwood
Trinity University
San Antonio
Dallas
Prompt Readiness Aids 1952 53 Season Planning
Officials urge prompt responses to file and admit names in order received. Next year is expected to be among the greatest, and early submissions will help map the season 1952 53 program.
Local Young Woman Leads Peabody Masters Degree Earned
Emelyn Hynum of Monroe received the Master of Arts at George Peabody College for Teachers during the 160th convocation in Nashville Tennessee. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs B A Hynum of 513 South Fourth Street Monroe and plans to teach.
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Nashville
Tenn
George Peabody College
Emelyn Hynum
Monroe
Miss Hynum
B. A. Hynum
South Fourth Street
Northeast Junior College
Northwestern
Natchitoches
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Morning World
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GO Howard
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