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Newspaper

Ruston Leader

Location

Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1931

Page

4

Big Ten Plans Contests Locally Amid Cuts

A January 8 report notes Big Ten programs to trim minor sports travel while preserving most major and some extended trips. Northwestern Michigan Illinois Ohio State Purdue Wisconsin Indiana Illinois outline varied plans. football receipts shift, with focus on maintaining programs and exploring cost savings, and tobacco export figures show a sharp decline to $11,718,500.

Paul Mickelson Chicago Town Wisconsin Wios Northwestern Michigan Mlinois Fielding H.yost Ohio State Purdue Tatuana Chileago Minnesota Indiana

49 Road Bids Are Let At 6 Million

Baton Rouge Louisiana bids totaled 6.83 million dollars for 44 road construction projects opened yesterday under the state’s new 75 million dollar road improvement program. The work includes 8 miles of new concrete highways and six major bridge projects with various asphalt and minor road work as listed by the commission.

Baton Rouse Ing Louisianna Gida Pirkness Ueldge Mincellinenius Umietiatd Te Guauiet.ag

Carter's Liver Pills Ad Claims Superior Remedy

An old advertisement touts Carter's Little Liver Pills as the best remedy for liver issues and constipation. It emphasizes genuine relief, urges readers to buy at druggists, and features period branding and phrasing.

Carter Lake Carter

State Sugar Interests Avoid Label Dispute At New Orleans

New Orleans January 8. Louisiana sugar interests seek to avoid dissension at home by not opposing Secretary Hyde's ruling to permit corn sugar in canned foods without labeling. The National Canners' Association filed a vigorous objection, citing lab tests showing shrinkage and unattractive appearance in some canned goods. Sugar leaders prefer not to clash with canners to protect the domestic market from foreign competition and avoid internal producer disputes.

New Orleans Louisiana Hyde National Canners' Association Domestic Sugar Producers’ Association Canners’ Association United States

Farm Loan Extension Backed by North Louisiana Group

Monroe Jan 6 The North Louisiana Farm Loan Association led by Harvey Fields and J H Watkins asked Congress for a two to three year extension on farm loan payments and taxes for breut h stricken areas The request gained endorsement and was to be heard by the banking committee via a message from Congressman Riley J Wilson Secretary Mellon opponents voiced opposition as the measure neared committee action

Monroe North Louisiana Farm Loan Association Harvey Ct. Fields J. H. Watkins West Monroe Congress Senate Riley J. Wilson Fields North Louisiana Mr. Fields Louisiana Mietds Maeyrenis Congressiman Wilson Addipe Seurrtary Mellon

Cuban Students Hold Surprise Demonstration

Cuban university students staged a surprise demonstration in Hatinas on a Wednesday night, damaging several thousand dollars of property before dispersed by police. The clash temporarily disrupted San Rafael street as crowds blocked streetcars and buses, brandishing revolutionary banners and marching through the area. No injuries were reported.

Hatinas Dan Flue Thavitin San Rafael Pewa Coburn

Fisherman Foils Wolf Plot in Dubious Theft Scheme

An unclear report describes a man nicknamed Fisherman attempting to foil a wolf capture plan. The text includes garbled names and phrases, but indicates a tense confrontation and alleged actions surrounding a fishing and scoring event.

Motion History Tale of Lt De Vance and the Escape

The report recounts Lt De Vance's latest actions and a daring escape. Bill Whoupsuu notes tensions around Fetetowa and a pivotal surrender. The piece blends local drama with historical intrigue and mentions key figures and events.

Vance Bill

Arkansas Will Make Attempt for Cage Title

Fayetteville Ark Jan 10 After a month of barnstorming Arkansas coach Charlies Bassett has built a steady Southwest Conference title contender The lineup centers on captain Jim Pickten Kenny Holt Milan Creighton with sophomores James Doc Sexton and Tom Murphy adding speed and balance The Razorback machine is running smoothly despite early missing stars Wear Schoonover and Roy Prewitt and Bassett praises the improved unit

Fayetteville Ark Charlies Chuck” Bassett University of Arkansas Wear Schoonover Roy Prewitt Bassett Jim Pickten Kenny Holt Milan Creighton James Doc” Sexton Tom’ Murphy Captain Pickten Chuck Bassett

December Chevrolet output tops 64,018 in 1931 show

New York Jan 10 December production of the Chevrolet Motor Company reached 64,018 cars and trucks, over twice the previous year’s figure, with W S Knudsen announcing the record at the Automobile Show. Employment rose to 32,101 the week ended Dec 27, and January plans call for 70,500 units.

New York Chevrolet Motor Company W. 8. Knudsen Knudsen Chevrolet

Christian Labor By Dr M E Dodd in 1930 Preaching Record

Shreveport report shows Dr M E Dodd preaching 220 times in a dozen states during 1930, traveling 20,000 miles. He added 1,000 members to churches he served, published two books, and led a church of over 4,000 with 2,700 Sunday School pupils. Receipts topped 108,000 dollars, with 10,000 from the Sunday School.

Shreveport M. E. Dodd Mist Baptist Church John S. Ratuand Rumond P. U

Aged Parrot Recounts Old Love Crime Witness

An aged parrot said to be over 140 years old and once aboard a ship with King Joso VII is described as the sole living witness to a historic love crime crossing colonial realms. The tale blends maritime travel with a royal backdrop and a controversial romance.

Loisbon Atlantic Ocean Joso VII Brazil

Parrot of the Exiled Portuguese Court Narrates a Murder

A royal parrot kept with King Joao and Queen Joaquina Carlotta in Brazil recalls a whispered tragedy. An Italian prima donna, adored by the king, was stabbed by a British officer at the queen’s urging. the dying actress murmured Morro as the bird repeats it. The parrot stayed in royal custody until 1910 and now lives with a town footman, surviving seven kings.

Joao Joaquina Carlotta Brazil Bilvetta Cardoso Manuel

Deputies urge revival of debt imprisonment law in Angora

In Angora Turkey Jan 17, many parliament members argue that debts are hard to collect and urge restoring a law abolished last year that provided imprisonment for debt.

Turkey Angora

Sheriff’s Sale Notices In Lincoln Parish Louisiana

In Lincoln Parish on January 17 1931 a Ford Truck motor number 2239118 will be sold at public auction at the Ruston courthouse front door. The sale seizes H C and C H Shields property to satisfy a writ issued by the Third District Court. Terms are cash no appraisal. Sheriff A J Thigpen issued December 31 1930.

Third District Court Lincoln Louisiana Third Judicial District Court Ruston Lincoln Parish H.C. & C. H. Shields A. J. Thigpen

Succession Sale Notice in Lincoln Parish Louisiana

In the matter of the Succession of John Hogan deceased, Third District Court Lincoln Parish Louisiana, an order dated February 15 1990 directs a sale of real estate January 31. The property includes parts of Section 32 Township 18 North Range 2 West, with undivided interest in another quarter, to raise funds. Administratrix Nancy Hogan issues the notice.

John Hogan Lincoln Parish Louisiana

Seizure and Sale Notice in Ruston Louisiana

Lincoln Parish will hold a public auction at the court house front door in Ruston to sell Lots in Block 4 and Lot 10 in Block 2 of the Alva A. Shaw subdivision. The sale follows a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued by the Third Judicial District Court, based on defendant property, with improvements and appurtenances.

Third District Court Parish of Lincoln State of Louisiana Third Judicial District Court Court House Ruston Lincoln Parish Parish of Lincoln

Sheriff Sale Notice for Fannie J Shaw and Others

Notice states Mrs Fannie J Shaw et al property will be sold to satisfy a writ and all costs. Sale terms are cash without appraisement. Dated January 1831. A J Thoipen Sheriff.

Fannie J. Shaw A. J. Thiopen

Constable Sale In Justice Court Lincoln Parish

On January 4, 1931, at the Justice of the Peace office in Ward Six Lincoln Parish, La, goods of defendant R. C. Bennett including gas heater, stales, coffee roaster and mill, furniture and fixtures and groceries will be sold to the highest bidder under a writ of fier facias issued by BR. C. Kennett in the Justice Court. The sale is conducted by Constable T. O. Woodward.

Justice Peace Court of Ward Six Lincoln Parish Justice of the Peace Court of Ward Six Justice of the Peace R. C. Bennett T. O. Woodward

Property foreclosure sale notice for Dubach lot blocks in 1930s case

Writ of Fieri Facias issued January 17 1931 covers Lot Two and Lot Four, Block Eight, original survey of Dubach Louisiana with improvements. R L Williams and J H Wise will sell to satisfy the writ and costs. Terms cash with benefit of appraisal. This the 17th day of December 1930.

Bank of Choudrant Sues Over Writ of Fierl Pact Property

The Bank of Choudrant sues Mattie Gary and Rufus Gary in No. 8668 with a writ of fieri facias. The action covers 40 acres in Section 10, Township 18 North, Range 2 West, describing parcels totaling 40 acres more or less. The sale targets the north and south portions of the SE and NE quarters in the described lands.

the Bank of Choudrant Mattle Gary Rufus Gary

Constable Sale In Ward Six Lincoln Parish La

In Justice Peace Court of Ward Six Lincoln Parish La by writ of fieri facias I seized and will sell Saturday January 17 1931 personal property of Sam Buffington including sewing machine Minnesota No 8 hand made table iron bedstead organ otherwise un named in the description cash with appraisement costs Dec 11 1930 T O Woodward Constable

Justice Peace Court of Ward

Third District Court Writ of Fiery Pacias Issued

A terse court notice notes a writ of fiery pacias issued from a bered cause in the Third District Court directed to the recipient. The fragmentary language indicates an official summons or order, but specifics such as names, dates, or precise actions remain unreadable in the provided text.

House in Ruston sale notice in Lincoln Parish La

Property in Lincoln Parish described as BW of NEY and NW of BEY Rec 4 T ATN R 4 West totaling 80 Mat. Sold to satisfy writ with cash and appraisement. January 1931 sale date listed. bidders advised to inspect property and terms.

Ruston Lincoln Parish Ney Bey Mat Flemming Butler A. J. Thigpen

Lincoln Parish Sheriff Sale Notice for Lot 8 Block 1

F. J. Cox et al Vs No 9552 4 C Shaw Lincoln State of Louisiana writ of fieri facias issued by Third Judicial District Saturday February 14 1932 in Lincoln Parish La. Lot No 8 Block 1 A A Shaw Sub Division Town of Ruston seized as defendant 4A C Shaw property to satisfy writ and costs cash with appraisement terms This 14th day of January 1931 A J Thigpen Sheriff

Third District Court Parish of Lincoln State of Louisiana Third Judicial District Court Court House Ruston Lincoln Parish Dubach R. L. Williams J. H. Wise A. J. Thigpen F. J. Cox C. Shaw State of Louisiana Third Judicia District Court A. A. Shaw Ancoln Parish C. BE Andrews A. J. Thigpen, Sherif

Sheriff Sale Notice in Lincoln Parish Louisiana

Notices hereby given that by virtue of a Writ of Fier Facial issued out of gates on BE of SW percent and NW percent of SW percent Section 29 Township 19 North Range 4 West Lincoln parish Louisiana E. B. Meeks and will be sold to satisfy said writ and all cost Terms of sale cash with benefit of appraisement This the 17th day of December 1930.

Lincoln Parish Mattie Gary Rufus Gary A. J. Thigpen Township Range Louisiana E. B. Meeks

Legal Notice of Property Sale in Ruston Parish

A court writ directs sale at the principal front door of Parish Louisiana on February 7 1931. The property is Lot 1 in Square 7 Town of Ruston Lincoln Parish described by the survey plat on file in the Lincoln Parish Clerk's Office. Sale is cash with no appraisal. A J Thigpen, Sheriff.

Succession Notice in Lincoln Parish Louisiana

Third Judicial District Court of Louisiana Lincoln Parish issues a succession notice for Bos ton Walker estate. John Lt Cargill petitions for letters of administration and show cause within ten days why the petition should not be granted. Clerk Max Bradley signs the order dated January 3, 1941.

Third Judicial District Court State of Louisiana Parish of Lincoln John Lt. Cargill Boston Walker Tatestate Max Bradley Bald Court

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BIG Ten Hurley Kentucky Tennessee Virginia Maryland Ohio Green River U.S Blastad Ffi Sly ehlbWwert Solons Wes York Jan Mobley Arkansas Christian Labor DR. M. E. Dodd Sheriff's Sale Dealers Finance Co., Inc. Ve A. D Nancy Hogan Sheriff's Sale Ruston Bldg. & Loan Association Ys Towit Alva A. Shaw Sale Dubech Yrial Mr BR. C. Kennett Sheriff’s Sale I. M. Wade J. A. Wise, P. C. Wright Eugene Wright L. Williams Constable Sale J. M. Wade Ve Lc. Dunn A. Banks Henry Brown W. M. Ashley Sam Buffington Harrell Buller & Fremming Builer Pariah Pacias Claud Beene Fifth National Bank of C. E. Andrews Boston Walker
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