08 Jan 1959
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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1959
Page
1
A January 8, 1959 religion column discusses church membership reaching a peak in 1958 in the south, noting it doubled a prior level. It references urban policy debates, federal welfare programs, urban redevelopment, and concerns about city finances and taxation shaping urban health.
The piece surveys a national push for federal budget restraint led by figures like Byrd and a treasury official who warns against rising spending. It notes Nashville and Chicago debates on federal aid, church leaders' worry over urban programs, and the cross‑currents in religion and politics amid calls for cautious fiscal policy.
Arcadia hosts the fifth annual Miss Faenville Parish Pageant on April 27 and 28 with 1959 Miss America Mary Ann Mobley arriving from Texarkana and Shreveport by caravan. Local sponsors include the Young Women's Service Club and Arcadia Junior Chamber of Commerce. Pageant history notes past winners Marianne Knight Marilyn Van Der Bur and Beverly Norsman among others.
The Bogalousa paper announces a new publisher, Tadling, succeeding Hauser and Hiraser after a decade. The transfer follows prior roles at Die Ly ly News and Parksmith, Arik, Pecuvadural the Peking TM, with Tadling’s exact plans for the paper undecided. The article mentions broader calls for fiscal restraint in federal spending.
The Second Circuit Court of Appeals judgeship race ends with Bolin unopposed after Leroy Scott Jr withdraws. Democratic committee chair N Carstarphen says Bolin is the sole Democratic nominee and a general election will not be needed. Scott cites temptation and withdraws from consideration.
Governor Long appoints tech professor and Mrs. Mary Isvalyn Parker to lead a Louisiana state committee on child welfare. The panel aims to shape national policy through Louisiana insights and governor stated support, noting prior White House conferences and Baldlin’s political context. The note mentions Judge Balin and district attorney service, plus parishes in the Second Circuit.
Congressman Passman pledges to curb foreign aid by tightening the Appropriations subcommittee budget. He cites a $3 billion reduction under his chairmanship and argues for a balanced federal budget amid inflation. He notes tax revenues may rise to offset deficits as the administration seeks a fiscal plan.
DM and Mrs The Adie celebrated their golden wedding anniversary with an open house at their home in Weyaileron on December 21 from 1 to 5 pm. Family and friends from Shreveport Dubach Ruston and Magnolia attended. The event featured a commemorative 1908 1988 mirror inscription and a four tiered wedding cake. The Adamses have ten children and many grandchildren. several relatives could not attend. The piece also notes historic WWII cymbals and vending machine trends with brief unrelated inserts.
Tulmer, former president of the Louisiana Teen Association, will deliver the mid year commencement at Louisiana Tech in Howard Auditorium. President RR. ol. Rono announced Pulmvot, a noted professor, will lead the program. On Tuesday June 27, 17 seniors will receive degrees, per the registrar. A rehearsal for all graduates is set for June in Howard Auditorium. Tickets for the commencement exercises will be distributed at the rehearsal.
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