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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1949

Page

11

Marriage of Baker and Moss in Harlingen ceremony

Miss Mary Helen Baker and Mr. Drew Ferguson Moss Jr. were married at the First Presbyterian Church in Harlingen with Rev. Roland Murray officiating. The wedding featured organ music, vocal benediction, a cathedral arch with daisies, and a satin gown with venice lace. The couple plans to live in Kingsville with Moss employed as a well logging engineer and Baker teaching in the Kingsville schools. Out-of-town guests attended from Kingsville, Houston, San Antonio, Linton, and Ruston.

Mary Helen Baker John Christian Baker Harlingen Tex Drew Ferguson Moss, Jr Drew F. Moss Ruston First Presbyterian Church of Roland Murray Foster Tebbe Schubert William Jefferson McVey Corpus Christi Mary Ellen van Riper San Antonio Vivian Moss Linton Edward Harold Rhyne Durant Miss New Orleans Kingsville Hycalog Company Shreveport Harlingen High School Southwestern University Georgetown Alpha Delta Pi Sorority Moss Groom Louisiana Polytechnic Institute of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity H. A. Murray Lincoln Baker John Christian Baker, Jr J. G. Moss A. E. Kelley Houston Ina Mae van Riper van V. van Meter Margaret Sue Dutton Scott Cockrell Murff O'Neal

Finance firm marks first anniversary with open house

Norton Byron manager of Aetna Finance Company invites the public to an open house Saturday from 1 to 5 p m at 204 North Second Street Monroe. Refreshments will be served by Sidney Fatheree Adele Rose Dala and Jane Warren, staff members who have been with the company since the Monroe office opened.

Norton Byron Aetna Finance Company North Second Street Monroe Sidney Fatheree Adele Rose Dala Jane Warren Fatheree Miss Dala Byran

Florida quota filled for out-of-state professional training

Florida's quota for training students outside the state under the regional education plan is filled. Thirty nine medical, thirty five dental, and fifteen veterinary students will study in southern states where Florida has no local facilities. The commission notes no scholarships exist and students must cover their own costs.

Tallahassee Fla Florida Florida Certification Committee For Regional Education

Amazing Action Eases Minor Skin Rashes

Mexiana's Sorb Shield Action helps absorb moisture and shields irritated skin. It eases itching burning and stinging from rashes and chafing, providing quick relief for sensitive areas.

Mexiana Khafre

Cosmopolitan Club Holds Final Meeting of Year

The Cosmopolitan Club closed its year with a luncheon at a local restaurant. Co hosts Mrs. Bobby Pappas and Mrs. Alfred Brin welcomed attendees as Mr. Henry Haas Jr. spoke on Flower Arrangement and demonstrated arranging flowers donated by members.

Cosmopolitan Club Bobby Pappas Alfred Brin Henry Haas Jr Haas

Arrest of Joe Foster on knife charges at 2:53 a.m.

Joe Foster aged 52 of 101 Hood's Alley was arrested Friday on charges of drawing and displaying a dangerous weapon, a knife, at 2 53 a.m. He was jailed and placed under a $200 bond.

Joe Foster Hood's Alley

Monroe Realty Dealers Meet In Regular Session

The Monroe and West Monroe Real Estate Board held a Thursday night meeting at the E. W. Cruse real estate office. Guests Richard Kellogg and M. J. Carbone spoke on real estate promotions and new subdivisions in Monroe and West Monroe, urging board cooperation. E. W. Cruse presided in Herbert Rosenhein’s absence. Irene Simms Reid reported minutes and plans for future meetings. The board, affiliated with state and national associations, lists officers and members.

Monroe and West Monroe E. W. Cruse Richard Kellogg M. J. Carbone Monroe Herbert Rosenhein New York City H. A. Glover Luther Reed Ed Johnson E. A. Porter Sam Bourland

National student council conference heads to Cincinnati

The 13th annual National Association of Student Councils meeting will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio, in June 1922 with two Louisiana sponsors Mrs Alf Reid of Neville High Monroe and Miss Nellie Strother Byrd High Shreveport. Delegates from each state are limited to six. Louisiana delegates include John Noel Neville High and Mellie Strother Byrd High. Topics cover worthwhile council projects citizen development and inclusive student participation and distribution of responsibilities.

National Association of Student Councils Cincinnati Louisiana Alf Reid Neville High School Monroe Nellie Strother Byrd High School Shreveport John Noel Louisiana Student Council Association Mellie Strother

Dog Turns On Radio And Dials Programs

In Fottsville Pennsylvania Raymond Klinger reports his dog Skippy turns on the radio and dials stations. Over the past month Klinger has found the set blasting when he returns home after leaving the house. He watched through a window as Skippy jumped on the table, flipped a switch, and used a paw to dial the radio. He wonders if the dog prefers singing commercials or disc jockeys.

Fottsville Raymond Klinger Locust Gap Klinger

Permits Granted for Moves and Additions in Local Area

J Peyton Parker contractor granted to move a frame dwelling from Selman Air Field to 1608 Olive street for Carrie Carter at an estimated cost of 250 dollars. Chris and Trudie Roggerson receive permit to move a frame dwelling from Selman Air Field to 2700 Breard street at 250 dollars. Edd Hampton approved to build a screen porch at 500 Jack McEnery with labor day rate, cost 50 dollars.

J. Peyton Parker Selman Air Field Olive Street Carrie Carter Chris and Trudie L. Roggerson Breard Street Edd Hampton Jack

Negro woman sentenced in Fourth District court case

A Negro woman was convicted and two Negro men found innocent on charges of selling intoxicants in Fourth District court Friday morning by Judge David I Garrett. Anna Williams drew a $100 fine and 30 days jail for selling beer. Jack Potts and Macey Clark were freed. The trio faced charges tied to the May 8 killing of J C Sewell after he accused a drunken attack by a female companion. Leon C Scott was fined $25 and costs for reckless operation. Three other cases involving Negroes were postponed to a later misdemeanor day.

Fourth District Court David I. Garrett Anna Williams Jack Potts Macey Clark J. C. Sewell Sewell Leon C. Scott Garrett Fred Fudickar, Jr

Lucille Ball to Re wed Desi Arnaz in Church Ceremony

Hollywood report says Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz will wed again in a Catholic ceremony at Lady of the Valley Church Canoga Park. The couple, married civilly in Greenwich Connecticut on November 30 1949, plan a Sunday service with immediate family only.

Hollywood Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Lady of the Valley Church Canoga Park Greenwich Conn

Birth at Wright-Bendel Clinic in West Monroe

Mr and Mrs Estelle Davis of West Monroe welcomed a daughter named Elizabeth Estelle born June 15 at Wright Bendel Clinic.

Wright-Bendel Clinic Estelle Davis West Monroe Elizabeth Estelle

Philadelphia Orchestra Ends Season in Debt After England Tour

The Philadelphia Orchestra finished its season $78,412 in the red after a 28 concert tour of England. A remaining $32,516 deficit from prior seasons brings total arrears to $110,929. The group gave 177 concerts this year, with Britain tours financed by a British sponsor, avoiding additional losses.

Orchestra Philadelphia Philadelphia Orchestra England Britain

Silk Panties At Oklahoma Prison Cause Surprise

In Okla City, June 17, about 150 distressed women at the state penitentiary wore parachute panties after a pantie shortage. Warden Burford learned of an air force surplus sale and bought 300 parachutes, two per prisoner, prompting sewing classes by matrons and a humorous turnout as the inmates adjusted to the unusual supply solution.

Alester Okla Oklahoma State Penitentiary Clarence Burford Burford

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