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Newspaper

Ruston Leader

Location

Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1959

Page

2

Lincoln Parish 4-H member recalls Junior Leadership Camp

Nangy Gray recounts a Lincoln Parish 4-H member's experience at a Junior Leadership Camp. The account covers camp activities, lessons on leadership, home and community roles, and the value of organization and records in 4-H work. The writer thanks United Gas Company for sponsoring the week and urges continued collaboration among youth leaders.

Lincoln Parish 4-H Nangy Gray Jun-io Fol- JoWitty Thveain Parish Haney Gray Dubuch Robert el Choudrant Proom Louis Marionneaux Dean Arden Neh J. H. James Mary Mims Shreveport Louisiana C. 8. Naquin Martha Ruth Mizell United Gas Company

Rowland Family Of Dubach Visits Carlsbad Caverns

The Rowland family from Dubach Mr and Mrs W L Rowland and children Janice Harriett W L J and Larry toured Carlsbad Caverns National Park in southeastern New Mexico The park features large chambers four elevators shared by 1200 people per hour and an underground lunchroom for a thousand visitors Cameras are allowed and guided tours run twice daily in summer and once daily in winter Carlsbad Caverns is open every day of the year.

W. L. Rowland Janice Harriett W. L Larry Dubach Carlsbad Caverns Naional Park New Mexico Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Farmers Reminded of Child Labor Rules in Agriculture

Field Office Supervisor Samuel C. Wilson warns farmers hiring for fall harvests that the Fair Labor Standards Act sets a 16 year age minimum for agricultural work during school hours. Children may work before after school or on weekends only if not in school, with an age certificate advised. in Louisiana certificates are issued in Orleans Parish, New Orleans.

Samuel C. Wilson U. S. Dept. of Lahars Wige Td How and Public Contracts Shreveport Lou Orleans Parish Comisioner of Labor Louisiana New Orleans

Gas Company Dinner Set in Ruston for Safety Awards

Texas Gas Transmission Corp plans a dinner at Phillips Restaurant, Ruston, to honor eight years of no lost time accidents by Sharon compressor station workers and six years without a disabling injury by the plotting crew. J. T. Walker and R. W. Mattingly will present certificates to station manager J. L. Russell and foreman George Peacock, with many employees named to receive honors.

Texas Gas ‘Transmission Corp Honey It Shater Phifs Ruston Texas Gas Sharon J.T. Walker Monroe Act Ag R. W. Mattingly Ar Texas Gas Owensboro Sharof J. L. Russell George Peacock Russell Russell and Peacock, Are J. W. Key William A. Barnett Doyle Brantley Clarence KF. Bridges Oliver Roan Joé C. Colvin James A. Albritton Allen ¥. Herren J. D. Smith A. H. West Delton Alexander Lavelle W. Aycock Willie M. Bennett Joseph R. Booles Marvin R. Brady Ponsford Cahn Joh E. Colvin Andrew J

Ruston Men Finish Training At Selman

Ruston soldiers in the 9th Infantry Regiment reserve based at Selman Field Monroe La completed two weeks of training in their primary mission of recruiting combat readiness if mobilized. Led by Lt Col Floyd J. Weems the unit lists several Ruston residents among its ranks including Lt Grady A. Luttwell and others. The article notes the Federal child labor law applies to farmers who engage in interstate commerce or ship products in interstate commerce.

9Th Infantry Regiment Selman Field Manroe Floyd J. Weems Oak Grove Thore Ruston Grady A. Luttvell Billy J. Rabon Lovele T. Emanuel James F. Carr Wilson Alvertis Grafard Weents Weems Bes Luttrell Rustett 95Th Division 95Th Regiment Monroe

Village Service Draws Crowds and Local Visitors

Rev Cassely’s sermons and Mrs Sola’s piano solos drew large crowds at the Friday night service. Visitors from Minden, Bernice, Houston, and Yuma arrival marked a community gathering. Family and military families shared notes on 1959 Reserve camp plans as the 95th Division resumes weekly drills in Monroe.

Paul Cassely Siinsharn Causél C. Sola Éhjoyert Vol Westbrook Kaipuge Tammy van Westbrodik Yuma Atle Sam Westbrook J. D.carpenter Minden Leon Westbrook Bernice Bob Corley Houston Tex

Local Families Visit Across Counties in Auburn and Hico

Auburn and Hico residents hosting relatives from Coushita, Laké Charles, and Minden as weekend visits span multiple households. Among guests are Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Parley, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Duprée, Mr. and Mrs. Elvis Davidson, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Graves, with reports of illness and church events shaping the social week.

Trayvills Bob Roberson Hails Mareritons Prentiss’ Willis Billy ‘Th Linville M-Sat T. Colvin Chirk Apb Philippines M. Go Norman Moncrich J. C. Defreese Sammie Bobby Defreese B. J. Defreese Fines Clampitt Haynesville Clampitt Ed Ansley Winchester Tenn J. R. Kinsman Gladys Richardson Rus Oh Dupree Auburn Ala W. M. Parley R. C. Duprée Coushuita J. BP. Owen Thomas Owen Fania Spenecr Nettie Beaty Ruston W. F. Wilhite Sallie Willett Homer Sizemore Houston Baby Linday Gayle Sam Lamkin J. Ey Neaville Glenn Neaville Blackwell-af Athens Mra Hoy Jhin Gene Wate Ditiar Rey Lab Mitrkatis Réliool Milton ‘Otten Minden Ottom Frank Ghaves Lanton Ae Ald -Gon Ft Worth Mir Fy Pawde Napier Ihe Pas Webb Atlee Holstead Poiut Halston Gernice Clinic Ricky Lillie Houck Auitt Wis Sammie ‘Stewart and Chidren Eurton Gray Hollytide Leon Marsalig Mevin Kay Pont Alabama

Ample Reserves for Today's Needs Noted

A brief statement highlights that today’s reserves are ample to meet present demand, signaling steady supply and no immediate shortages. Officials reassure stakeholders that buffers remain robust, with contingency measures ready if requirements shift.

Thimble Company Advances Oil and Gas Research Nationwide

The Thimble Company, incorporated in LOL7, develops new saws to find and extract oil and aids in research that improves petroleum products and uncovers new uses for oil and natural gas. Thimble is a major US oil producer with production spanning the southern states.

Thimble Company Thimble Florida California Texas New Mexico Arizona Yumble Baytown Houston Humble Pipe Line Company

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