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Newspaper

Ruston Leader

Location

Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1961

Page

3

Ruston Obituary Noted for Lilly Harper Henry

Mrs Lilly Harper Henry of Dubach died leaving two sons R Lo and R WW of Dubach, two daughters Mrs W R Lewis Ruston and Mrs Walter Frank Dubach, two sisters Mrs Walter Oulz and Mrs Howard Jerrett Marksville, eight grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

Dow Lilly Harper Henry Tubach R. Lo R. Www Dubach W. R. Lewis Ruston Walter Frank Walter Oulz Howard Jerrett Markaville

Jury weighs repairs and equipment at Louisiana meeting

The Police Jury discussed Ben Bradford land extension in section 34 and potential microfilm gear for the clerk of court. It advertised bids for 1000 and 1250 gallon asphalt distributors, favoring the smaller unit for cost and rack strength. Most jurors plan to attend the Louisiana Police Jury Association Convention in New Orleans.

Highway Board Ben Bradford Clark of Court New Orleans Bradford Louisiana Polion Jury Association

Interstate 20 Route Plans To Raise Highway Standards

Last page 1 continuation notes Company of Rustort building Interstate 20 from Calhoun to Monroe west limits. Burgess says no existing roads will be used due to high design standards for the superhighway. U S 80 will still serve northern state traffic after completion. Superhighways promise faster travel, fewer delays, and a lower fatality rate.

Company of Rustort Calhoun Monroe Burgess

Survivors Tide Her Mother in Ruston

Willis timed and survivors include her mother Mrs. John Wills of Ruston and maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Carl Woods of Ruston.

Willis John Wills Ruston Carl Woods

Birch on Continued From Page 1

Birch argues that labor unions and institutions will keep winning while many refuse to accept the political shift. He frames the issue in the context of American governance and public life. The passage reflects partisan rhetoric and a call for broader awareness of ongoing power dynamics.

Legislative Halls of America

Rise of John Birch Society Sparks Republican Era Debate

A controversial critique claims Time magazine and leftist press smear patriots like John Birch Society founder amidst fears of communist influence in the United States. It asserts the society seeks to educate the public on alleged communist manipulation, warning about China Laos Cuba and the Panama Canal.

Time Magazine Het Jake Birch Lefisty Congress John Birch Society United States John Birchs Society United States of America China Asia Laos Middle East America Cuba Castro Trujillo Dominican Republic Panama Canal Zone Republic of Panama Central South America Africa

Farmers deserve consideration in farm program debate

Editorial argues USDA aims to show farmers as essential to the economy and subsidizers of consumers. It notes 20 years of rising efficiency and production per worker, farm prices lag elsewhere, and surpluses depress prices. Farmers face distinct hardships. they are neither heroes nor villains, but share needs and problems.

United States Department of Agriculture Washington Freeman Villian

Hunt elected president of Southern Pine Association

In New Orleans Alex T. Hunt of Ruston was chosen president of the Southern Pine Association at its annual convention, succeeding Philip Frankfort of Virginia who became board chairman. Vice presidents named were W. Scott Shepherd of Lamerton North Carolina and Thomas J. Carter of Camden Texas. S. Mesereau cautioned that a timber surplus could challenge the industry, insisting outsiders should not fear a timber famine.

New Orleans Alex T. Thunt Ruston Southern Pine Association Philip Frankfort W. Scott Shepherd Lamberton N. C Thomas J. Carter Camden Tex S. Mesereau Association

Two Acres Lost By Forest Fires Last Week

Forester Gibson reports two acres burned last week due to a fire started by burning trash. The blaze occurred south of Simshore near Theepst Veel Wert and involved Andrew Hol Lind’s property.

Simshore Rani Gibson Andrew Hollind Gibson

Church Attendance Goal Set in Ruston for 4061

The Ruston Ministerial Association met Monday morning and set an initial plan for the annual church attendance drive. The high attendance goal for April 30 is 4,061 for the Protestant churches, according to Edilie Movein associate minister at Trinity Methodist Church. Most Ruston Protestant churches are cooperating in the effort.

Ruston Monelay Edilie Movein Trinity Methodist Church Elon

John Birch Society Principles and Anti Communist Stance

A memorandum outlines the John Birch Society’s key beliefs including American nationalism Christian heritage free enterprise decentralization of government states rights and skepticism of the United Nations It decries the ban on systemic weapons criticizes Western Germany as the real foe and urges public involvement to oppose communism Seeking members to contact for information, it frames a battle against communist influence.

Union of South Tec China United Nations Germany U.s.3.r Joh Birch Society John Birch Society John Birch

Construction Start Planned for Ruston Post Office

The Post Office Department informed Congress that construction of the Ruston Post Office is to begin around May 1 if plans can be finalized by then. Completion is targeted for late in the year, with state and local officials noted in the briefing.

Ruston Dana Tice Department Olle PL Passo Thomas FL Fox Reval Burkhetvdt Seick Post Office

Oil and Gas Report Highlights Union Wildcat and Gulf Tests

The weekly oil and gas report notes Union parish wildcat in Downsville by Southwest Gas Producing Co No 1d with depth to 9,105 feet and gas shows at 9,024-29 feet awaiting completion. Calhoun field tests include Southwest Gas Producing Co No 1B and Lula Smith et al at 9,339 feet with gas shows, and Gulf Oil No 7 Calhoun at 9,380 feet awaiting results. Additional sites include Bank of Choudrant No 1 and other rigs in Calhoun and surrounding parishes with depths around 8,000 to 10,000 feet and various completion statuses.

Southwest Gas Producing Co. Inc J. Hamilton Downsville Union Parish Lincoln Parish Calhoun Field Southwest Gas Prooducing Co B. McClendon Calhoun Southayvest Lula Smith Et al Gulf Oil Corp Sie Tidewater O. W. Simmons Choudrant Field Calif. Ca Bank of Choudrant Calif

Injury to 17 Month Old R Ruston Youth Hit by Truck

Michael Knox was injured when his father backed a pickup truck over him outside a Ruston home on Avon Street. He suffered a fractured skull and was rushed to Ruston Hospital where surgery was performed. The child is reported as feeling much better and improving.

Michael Knox Rasennox Ruston Ruston Hospital Avon Street Mik

Vining Area Pioneer Dies In Arizona

Robert J. Vining 81 longtime pioneer died in Globe Arizona after a lengthy illness. Born December 1 186 near Farmerville he married Peart Gibson of Vienna then lived in Texas Oklahoma and Estancia New Mexico where he ranches. Funeral in Estancia with interment there. survivors include Tene and Clyde Vining and numerous nieces and nephews across Lincoln Parish and Louisiana.

Robert J. Vining

Oil and gas well locations and depths in Arkansas and Louisiana

A list of oil and gas wells with locations in Arkansas and Louisiana. Entries include field names such as Calhoun Field Monroe Field and Mt. Olive Field, unit and section descriptors, drilling depths from 2,960 to 9,873 feet, and tests or completion statuses like tested gas or wilting on completion. Numerous operators and unit names appear, including Union Parisil Wildcats Southwest Gas Producing Co. Inc. and Olin Oi Gas Corp. No. BBL Olin Fee.

B. E. Gamble No Bacon Calhoun Field Ark. la Gas Co Ly Muaseov AVE, Gas Co T. A. Grant Union Parisil Wildcats Southwest Gas Producing Co. Inc J. Z. Hamiltim Downsville Olin Oi Cis Uni Marion Monroe Field Olin Oi & Gas Corp Olin Fee Mt. Olive Field M. HL. Mary I Colvin Bernice Joe A. Powell Jim Purdue Mas. A. C. Dykes

Traffic Light For Trenton At Arizona Set

A traffic light at the corner of South Trenton and West Arizona will be installed within a few days. Jimmie Howard, a Mahway Board member, announced the state would install it soon. West Arizona connects to Louisiana Tech. North Trenton leads to downtown. The Louisiana Department of Highways plans a record bid letting this month worth millions in contracts.

South Trenton West Arizona Dag Jimmie Howard Mahway Ruston Louisiana Tech North Trenton Howard Louisiana—Department—of—highways

Family Recreation Discussed At Burgessville Club

Burgessville Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. H W Futrell's home on Wednesday morning April 5. Mrs A 4 Wright, family life leader, demonstrated Family Fun for All. The talk urged families to plan joint recreation to solve home life problems and cited that most young people seek activities outside the home.

Burgessville H.W. Futrell A. 4. Wright Wright

City Youths set rally at Cook Baptist Church

A city wide youth rally at 7 pm Saturday at Cook Baptist Church sponsored by the church invites about 33 youth groups. Rev. Marvin Jones notes the film Operation Abolition will be shown, with Louisiana Tech Baptist Student Union Choir performing and Dr. Gray Allison speaking on the topic. The event also kicks off Cook Baptist’s spring revival with evangelist Dr. Allison beginning Sunday.

Cook Baptist Church Marvin Jones Jones Baptist Student Union Louisiana Tech Gray Allison Dr. Allison Un-American Activities Committee Congree San Francisco Boy Scout Cook Baptist Royal Ambassadors

Colvin Realty Ad Does Not Meet Standard

Fragmentary listing shows phone numbers for James Colvin and Colvin Realty. No actionable details, dates, or clear event. cannot determine property, location, or offer.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Henry Martin Dies Pat McCars Ren Senate Joseph McCarthy Mally Malone Jamies Fastlane Francis J. Walters Douglas MacArthur Robert A Taft American Login Veterans of Foreign Wars Daughters of the American Revolifer INTEL Vienna Trenton Line Avenue John Thompson Editorial Clarence E. Faulk Mississippi Ave Mae Tisette Parish U.S.A United Press Southern Newspaper Publishers Assn Mid-South Dyilics Tex0y Burk. Hidg Alex T. Hunt Southern Pine OIL, Gas Report Union Wildcat Iby Dodson Seymour Alice Ru Din Miami Florida Pebvucny Monhey North West Floridie Wwennes Dahbuveeteins TC Post Office Department J. W. Hennon Ruston Field Ark la. Gas Co S.il Mathews Pure Oil Co Colvin Marvey Boyles & Perry G. Holloway Mattie Sue Braham Beensville Parishe Bear Creek Southern Natural Gas Co J. &. Harrison Et al Jackson Parish Wildcats Ark, la Nera Oo Vining Arizone Ouachita Parisit Townsend Lincoln S. Trenton Northwestern University of Evanston, Ill John Mecom Mecom Ruston High School Tech Beta Beta Beta Arizona Burgessville Club Cook Church American Association of Nurserymen Ross C. T. Busine H.W. Aulds I. M. Bagley A. T. Baxter Aaron Dorman Tawana J. C. Dowling Bran Dugdale Tommy Cincy Dugdale F. W.W. Duggan Thomas Laurence Donna 7. A. Rinehart D. B. Tinsley A. A. Wright Bro, Henderson Ila Mae Willis Woods D’arbonne South Farmerville Highway 167 Greenwood Drive Colvin Realty AL James Colvin
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