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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1969
Page
4
The weather bulletin notes rain expected in the Southeast and much of the central states this evening. Temperatures rise in contrast with cooler readings elsewhere as a warm front broadens across the region.
Partly cloudy and warm across Louisiana with scattered afternoon and evening thunder showers. Northeast Louisiana sees higher rain chances Thursday, highs near 90 and lows around 70. Similar warm, partly cloudy conditions extend to Arkansas and Mississippi with isolated thunderstorms and 80s to 90s highs.
River stages shift over a 24 hour period as flood conditions persist. Officials monitor levels at key gauges along River Street and warn nearby communities to prepare for possible overflow.
Mike Vinson of Newellton named Louisiana State Star Farmer of the Year at the 40th annual Future Farmers of America convention. He belongs to Area 2 and is one of four area winners. other honorees include Joe Dill Coushatta Mark Richard Joita and Fredrick Jenkins Franklinton.
In Laurel Mississippi testimony resumes in the 1967 murder trial of Andre Hendry of Waynesboro for the shotgun slaying of Robert Billiot a Wackenhut security guard at Masonite Corp during a violent strike. Two Masonite guards testified seeing men in Wackenhut uniforms near the crime scene and described a “spook guard” armed with a shotgun and a “ghost guard” near the body.
Vidalia town leaders discuss scrapping police radio operators and merging with Concordia Parish Sheriff radio operations to cut costs. Mayor, marshal, and sheriff officials to study the plan. July 1 effective date considered. public opposition noted. extra patrols and housing plans also discussed.
Twin Cities crowd welcomes Ruby Nell Perry back to the lanes after a six week layoff for surgery. She resumes her regular spot with the Wednesday Night Mixed League amid cheers, with many predicting she will soon regain her average.
Wilbur Dyer of Cheneyville was elected president and Edgar Hathorn of Alexandria named vice president of the Rapides Parish Police Jury. Dyer begins a third term as president, succeeding Fielding James of Boyce who did not seek re election. The jury adopted a weighted vote plan with 18 jurors. They terminated 26 positions at fire district No 2 due to funds. State minimum wage for firemen is 400 yearly? No, 400 a month. The parish diverted 23000 from a building fund for the raise, now depleted. The jury approved 4899 as its share of costs for investigating Alexandria city government.
KTAL-TV of Shreveport and Texarkana reached a landmark agreement with 12 community groups and a United Church of Christ official to ensure inclusive programming for Negro residents. The pact withdraws a FCC license challenge and establishes monthly policy consultations. The station pledges to air diverse viewpoints and involve all public segments.
In a 30 day fiscal session Baton Rouge lawmakers approve a self styled set of commandments guiding state action. They grant budget cuts up to 15 percent and expand legislator pay while restricting sex education, and approve highway plans and reapportionment, then adjourn at 8 20 p m.
Mrs J L Stephens 78 of Lafayette died in a two car crash seven miles north of Lafayette Tuesday. Seven others were injured and reported in satisfactory condition. Among the wounded were Cason Destorey of San Antonio Texas his wife and three children in the same car.
Funeral services were held at Fair Park Baptist Church for E. E. Chapman 17 of West Monroe who died Monday night in a automobile crash. Rev Leland Lansuish officiated with Roy Troy Lee Chapman assisting. Burial was in Rocky Branch Cemetery. Survivors include parents Eugene and Mrs Chapman a sister Regina and three brothers Eugene Jackie and James. Grandparents Bab Robinson Kilbourne and Emory Chapman Farmerville.
William Norris Jr operates at 701 Norris Lane West Monroe Louisiana. Phone contact listed as 323-2540.
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