18 Oct 1961
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1961
Page
1
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Fragmented OCR style report hints at the Berlin crisis with references to peace hopes, political figures, and nuclear tensions. Mentions the Garth atmosphere and Western openness, alongside mentions of a bombing threat and political responses from Conservative and Labour factions.
A student reports firing at another pupil, citing fear and anger. Investigators note a pattern of absences and family complaints as school authorities respond with probation and disciplinary steps.
A closed session discussed deficits in multiple parish school systems led by Aubrey S Brooks of Catahoula and superintendent Aubrey Brooks. The group cited total shortfalls around twenty thousand dollars for the current fiscal year and noted prior investigations by a state probe board. An auction to cover deficits for seven boards was ordered, with earlier audits and compliance disputes referenced as ongoing issues.
U S officials await Dean Rusk press briefing to assess Khrushchev remarks. They doubt a basic shift in Soviet policy toward Germany despite his offer to extend the Dec 31 deadline. AEC notes no need for 50 megaton tests, arguing such weapons are unnecessary. Separately Hoffa faction seeks AFL CIO charter via James T Luken and the Milk and Ice Cream Drivers and Dairy Workers Union as Teamsters split widens.
Khrushchev describes a socialist world system, the collapse of colonialism, and a crisis of capitalism as the era’s three key results. He argues for rapid reforms by 1960 including free services and full employment while criticizing American capitalism and urging disarmament to free funds for development.
The Onaehita Parish sheriff's department today transported two people to Louisiana State Penitentiary to begin prison terms. John Herd Cedbett, 05, was sentenced to one year for felony theft in Onaehita parish. Gilbert, already sentenced in Bossier and Caddo parishes, received 26 years for burglary. Laura Maxine Stano, 38, taken to Angola for a five year term for simple robbery.
Monroe police charged Henry Marshall Johnson Jr. 47 of Detroit Michigan and Ezelle McGough 47 of 116 Delano Drive with driving while intoxicated after arrest last night.
The West Monroe Masonic Lodge will hold a special dinner meeting Saturday at 6 30 p m to honor past masters. The event welcomes Masons families and friends with dinner served at 6 30 p m and the program starting at 7 p m.
A garbled report notes a black preacher Rev V Wollett visiting President Kennedy and Attorney General Robert Kennedy with comments on race and transportation. The text references a 85 percent rate of transportation access among both races and mentions wartime dictator-era ties, but details are unclear.
West Monroe Police investigate auto theft from Ludwig Street. Sheeron Sims reportedly stayed about thirty minutes at the address, leaving with the car and a purse containing $27.
Algerian men women and children were forced from subway stations and streets as thousands clashed with police in Paris. Riot police separated crowds while demonstrators shouted rebel slogans. Two protesters were fatally wounded and four more were struck by bullets as gunfire broke out amid arrests.
A Missive from S J Picheloup of New Iberia endorses Baker's Hair Tonic as the best remedy for dandruff and itchy scalp with Baker's Shampoo praised for clean lustrous hair. The ad promises money back if not satisfied.
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