Ruston Leader notices death of Hiram Thelmer Richardson
The obituary recalls Hiram Thelmer Richardson known as Leggs, longtime Ruston resident and former mayor, praised for his civic work in Lincoln Parish. He served as deacon and treasurer of Ruston Presbyterian Church, modernized city services, and led major projects including sewer, streets, water wells, and airport expansion. The piece also comments on his character and integrity.
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Hiram Thelmer
Leggs) Richardson
Ruston
Lincoln Parish
Ruston High School
Louisiana Tech
Richardson
Mr. Richardson
Ruston Presbyterian Church
Hiram Thelmer Richardson
Leggs
Claude Norris
C. C. Gayne
Shreveport
Ruston Park and Recreation Board
Thankful Ruston neighbors aid after home fire
Dear Editor grateful letter from Mrs Howell of 801 Cooktown Rd Ruston La. thanking charitable people and organizations for gifts after a home fire. she notes their generosity reflected in their celebration of Christ and invites prayers and a mass at Saint Thomas Catholic Church on Thursday January 12 at 6:00 p.m.
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Ruston
Saint Thomas Catholic Church
Winter fire hazards on farms prompt extinguisher prep
Fire hazards rise on farms in winter as barns hold hay and heat devices run. Take steps to reduce risks and ensure extinguishers are ready for instant use. Check devices now to control any fire that may break out.
False Goals For America Critique of national goals report
The piece argues the Eisenhower commission on national goals needs thorough scrutiny. It notes dissent from Colgate Darden Jr. and Crawford H. Greenwalt and warns the report pushes expanded federal power and welfare statism, with liberal consultants and behind the scenes influence.
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Colgate Darden, Jr
Virginia
Crawford H. Greenwalt
du Pont Company
United States
Formosa
John Dunlop
Harvard University
Latin America
Arthur O ‘Goldberg
Afl-Cio
Isador Lubin
New Deal
Walter Reuther
United Auto Workers
Robert C. Weaver
New York City
Philip Jessup
State Department
Fund For the Republic
Indianapolis Star
Riser Henry Riser's Lake Is Full Awaiting Fish
The Lake is now filled after Friday night rain. Henry G. Riser reports a letter from the US Interior Fish and Wildlife Service promising restocking fish as the season opens. The Ruston Presbyterian Church enjoyed full services over Christmas with fewer servicemen seeking emergency leave. Miss Ann Wavis bought and cleared the Wallon Moncrief place on Riser Road. local ponds and homes on Riser Road filled with water after rains. neighbors on sick lists improve. a gathering hosted Wayne Liner and Jerry with Jack Riser. community mourns the passing of H. T. Leggs Richardson.
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Henry G. Riser
United States Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service
Atlanta
Georgia
Ruston Presbyterian Church
Christ
American Red Cross
E. L. Kelly
Mr. Kelly
Riser Road
John W. Nelson
J. R. Tuberville
Jack Riser
Wayne Liner
Jerry
Riser
H. T. (Leggs) Richardson
Reading Contracts If They Sign They Should Understand
Readers should demand full access to signed reports and retain the right to challenge contents they disagree with. Clear language and transparent disclosures protect both sides and promote fair dealings in contractual matters.
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Funeral rites held for H T Richardson at Spears Kimbell
Funeral services for H T Richardson were conducted Saturday January 7 at Spears Kimbell Funeral Home with the Rev J W Everette presiding. Interment followed at Mild er Cemetery on the Coolawn Road. Pallbearers included E X Lewis B B Bogard T W Ray Johnson Davis Hunt Wayne Liner Johnny Gay Keith O Kelley and R C Duchesne all deacons in the Ruston Presbyterian Church except Duchesne who was an elder. Out of town attendees named include Fewin Richardson Shreveport Walter Richardson Winnsboro P Talbert Winnsboro F P Talbert Winnsboro Curtis Tolbird Monticello Ark W O Johnson Houston Leslie Steen Lake Arthur L Red Johnson Pollock Delhi Trevis Gilliland Delhi Henderson Ark Axtinkidias Meri fb mae more Winnaboro Mit Mrs Frank Notestine Welsh Travis Melton Jr Baton Rouge James Ferguson Shreveport James Plummer Shreveport Sam Wilder Monroe Dr H A Batley Mary Mantle Little Rock Jack Terill Shreveport Vera Brecka Russell Kan Mary Ramsey Shreveport Prehtiss Ramsey Shreveport Peat Sullivan Shreveport Vinson Monroe Jimmy Nell Monroe Joe Atl Arlington Val Marjorie Balmer Shreveport Dy Mestea Gillebird Delhi
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X. Lewis
Beh Bogard
T. W. Ray Johnson
Davis Hunt
Wayne Liner
Johnny Gay
Keith O'Kelley
R. Co. Due Chesno
Ruston Presbyterian Church
R. C. Duchesne
Fewin Richardson
Shreveport
Walter Richardson
Winnsholro
F. P. Talbert
Winnshoro
Ross Neill
Curtis Tolbird
Monticello
Ark
W. O. Johnson
Houston
Tex
Lester Steen
Lake Arthur
Red Johnson
Pollock
Trevis Gillland
Delhi
Smd
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