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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1957
Page
2
The fragment describes classified ad options by phone, mail, or in person, alongside garbled political and military references. It mentions Eisenhower era scope, House budget debates, and scattered numbers about air forces, bombers, fighters, and parishes, all in a jumbled, early 20th century newsroom style.
In Washington a growing push for tax cuts fuels debate as the budget push gains pace. Senators prepare to grill Nominee McLeod over past events tied to diplomat Herbert Norman’s death. House subcommittee summons Pentagon officials to discuss information directives issued last month.
Louisiana and forestry agencies warn of a new pine beetle outbreak that burrows under bark and targets aging trees. Discovered recently, the insect spreads through Rouge East Feliciana LaSalle and Catahoula parishes, risking millions in damage. owners urged to notify foresters and apply control measures.
Mrs. Jeanette Kimbell, wife of Dr. W H Kimbell and mother of three, was named Mrs. Louisiana in 1957 and set to compete in the Mrs. America Contest in Fort Lauderdale. Born Jeanette Doud Clark in New Orleans, she moved to Ruston to study art and later married in 1946. Active in church and civic groups, she manages a six-room home with help of a maid, pursues painting and sewing, and hopes to dine together as a family while balancing her duties as a doctor’s wife.
The Air Force reports a strength of 137 wings meeting the Eisenhower era goal for 1957, but five units were counted outside the original plan four light transport wings and one Matador missile unit in Germany. The July 1 1958 budget begins cuts to 128 wings.
Cleanup Week stresses spring cleaning to prevent fires from faulty wiring and overloads. It urges checks on wiring adequacy and asks residents to remove hazards before they start, reducing fire risk and improving safety.
Schumacher praises a young slugger who occasionally hammers homers like Willie Mays. He also notes sparkling fielding, a strong arm, and big potential, comparing him to Glenn Wright if development continues. Tom Sheehan observes the player as a tall, athletic prospect with notable throwing ability.
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