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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1960
Page
6
A fragmented UPI report notes officials say the Atlas missile system failed to reach a two mile target in recent tests. The piece suggests a lengthy delay, estimating another year before achieving average performance while hinting at rising costs and policy discussions involving the President and Congress.
A Bell Labs project on a hilltop in New Jersey aims to build a terminal for sending and receiving calls via satellites. The experiment could lead to a world network of space linked telephone and television communications, with future wonders anticipated as transistors and remote dialing expand capabilities.
A dated forward looking pledge supports Mike Davis for governor, praising his second term push and urging unity in Louisiana. The text reflects post election reflection, calls for cooperation with opponents, and promises to rally behind the winner despite the loss. It emphasizes bipartisan effort and statesmanship for the state's good.
Georgia poultry writer advocates a poultry health drive as a top New Year project. He cites home management, but warns that neighbors, equipment, and vaccination lapses can spark problems. An Arkansas grower links air sac infections to truckloads, hatchery timing, and litter. he calls better litter and record checks key to healthier flocks.
The article traces how rulers and scholars across Europe forged a common length the inch through competing measures. It details early regional standards, the shift to a decimal system, and the move to international metrology led by France and the adoption of metric concepts.
A festive holiday gathering at the Darby home honored Miss Boteieie Chapman of Archibald and Mr. dire mio Love with a pink and silver theme. Guests included Miss Chapman, Mr. Love, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Chapman, Mrs. J C Love, and many others, as gifts were exchanged after a turkey dinner.
Governor Benge urges Louisiana schools, groups, and citizens to observe Arbor Day on the usual January Friday. Arbor Day originated in Nebraska in 1872 and spread nationwide. Louisiana issues a yearly proclamation designating Arbor Day and planning guidance available from the Louisiana Forestry Commission.
The State Forester on January 14 1966 advised farmers and commercial forest land owners to order Cites for planting on idle acres arguing industrial development is temporary and history proves the need to invest in reforestation.
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