28 Jan 1960
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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1960
Page
1
The Ruston Leader urges Lincoln Parish and state officials to add at least two more Louisiana State Police troopers to patrol rural roads. It notes current manpower of two in the parish and argues patrols reduce highway carnage, urging support from local colleges and officials to prevent loss of life and property.
The Louisiana Agricultural Aerial Applicators Association reports about 31 airplanes used in Louisiana for farm work annually. Planes apply insecticides and herbicides to cotton rice sugar cane pastures and forests, fertilize crops and seed forests, with Southern states totaling around 2,500 planes and 400 million pounds of chemicals applied to 20 million acres last year.
A historical report notes extensive use of some 209 chemical sprays on crops since World War II, marketed widely and blamed for health risks. It highlights enormous losses in agriculture and rising concern among consumers and farmers about chemical exposure and safety of produce.
Miss Helen Graham presented an illustrated program on birds to the Garden Study Club, featuring a display of bird pictures and a display of seeds and plants. the event highlighted gardening and nature topics and drew several members and guests including Mrs. Doxae MF Me Jee and others. The article also notes related discussions on food safety, pesticide residues, and government oversight by the FDA, with references to budget provisions and field inspections.
A January dinner at Linke Gyeck Methodist Church Archibseld honored Miss Pat Chapman and Jimmy Love. Attendees included Dario Chaprasty, Lamalt Chap man, and many others from Shireweport and nearby areas as guests wore silver wedding rings and camellia decor.
Mrs Odessa Neely is slated to speak at a Thursday meeting hosted by Mrs Ostr Childyei's House. The event supports the new weekend camp for veterans children in Lincoln Parish with plans for a July session at Lake Péstiient.
The Littera Club welcomed Dr Elenora Cawthon as guest speaker. Members voted on the president and officers. the pledge of allegiance was led, and treasurer’s report presented. Members spoke on child capacity and education benefits. several motions and fund plans were noted for the coming year.
Scout Troop No 3 met at the Scout Voast Tuesday with freshmeats by Jane Ellen Woodard and a ceremony for Linda Wright who joined this year. Linda and her brothers attended in Aberremony as Mrs Genie Holstead's troop taught folk dances for a Girl Scout dancing badge requirement. Others present included Karl Rulon Vin Ee Mis Faye Inglish and the fallasiiys Hiawnies with Janet Koy Lee and Helen.
Report notes few shifts expected in Walenton administration with top aides like Highway Director Way Richardson likely to stay on. Louisiana politics loom large with Camille Gravel and Reggie potential support, while preparations for upcoming Republican ties and the April 19 primary appear underway in New Orleans.
A scrambled copy of multiple personal names appears in a damaged newspaper fragment. The legible items include Richardson Poex Ait and Daria Kimbell among others, with several other unclear spellings and potential surnames, indicating a misread social or event roster from a page segment.
Simsboro Garden Club selects officers for the new year in a January meeting. President Cole presided as members sorted plans, noting absentees and roll call. Officers listed include vice president Clyde, treasurer Earl Ar, and secretary ... Refreshments were served. several members were thanked for service and moving plans forward.
The wedding of Harthcock and Sims took place in a formal City Hall ceremony. Jose Pree Jones performed the nuptials as guests gathered for the January event, with the wedding described as a solemn observance on a chilly Wednesday evening.
District Retired Teachers gathered at Slater Home with President Root presiding. Attendees including Messrs Vining and Dowell, with nine members present, called roll and shared year’s greetings.
Dr David Hall served as guest speaker for the Atteindre Club meeting with Mrs Bryant introducing him. Discussion focused on wartime discovery and scientific inquiries, led by Mr Well as attendees including Gratia Mise and Vernon among others. several visitors also attended.
Glenda Lubersun reports on a recent Dubach hearing about juniors tests given last Wednesday. The piece notes students faced Friday exams, juries, and mentions visits from weekend guests as part of the proceedings. It cites Mrs. Jide and Agnes Flack among panel members and references a Fifth Grade victory in an unrelated context.
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