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Ruston Leader

Location

Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1960

Page

4

Vacation Bible School opens with 161 in attendance

Calvary’s Vacation Bible School started Monday with Rev. Pickering reporting 161 attendees. Bus and taxi transportation are arranged for participants. call AL 5-3628 for taxi service. The two week program includes family notices and community updates about local residents and events.

Calvary Pickering Roy Delany U. S. Army Dubach Teoh’ Arid Monroe YT. T. Sikes Kenny Downey Fishk Tex H. G La . D_ Delony

Tips From Extension Tripe Hard to Obtain Legislation Without Help

A Louisiana State Farm Bureau gathering in Baloh Rouge highlighted difficulties in passing farm legislation due to free riders who gain refunds like the gas tax without joining the group. Delegates from parishes discussed Queen Contest, Achieve ment Day entrants, and the need for broader participation to push policy. The note also covers cattle sales logistics and an upcoming Hereford field day on August 3, plus Farm and Town Week at LSU with talks on pesticide residues and food production expectations for consumers and producers.

Louisiana State Farm Taureau Baloh Rouge Lamar Colvin State Farm Bureau Penny Knowles Dubach Mary Ardistine Fowler W. R. Stewart Hereford Cattle Association Cilfoil Hereford Ranch EC. Burns Law State University

Dubach Fullers Leave For Vacation In Dakotas

Mr and Mrs C C Fuller and families depart Sunday for a vacation in the Dakotas and other points of interest. Numerous local families host visiting relatives and friends through the weekend and ongoing visits continue at several homes across the area.

Dubach’ Fullers Dakotas Bal C.C. Fuller James E. Fuller Bud. Davidson Farmerville Harvey Davidson Airs Dewey Campbell Bobby Gibbs Natchitoches Lonnie Smith Jr Joe C. Smith L. C. Smith W. C. Smith Della Roberts Guidon Ark Marie Moncrief Mary Fae Smith Don Brian W. A. Colvin Patsy Driggers Memphis Tennton J. FP. Drigery J. C. Hamilton Ozarks Billy Hamilton Gon Downyville Edward Napper Bastrop Claud Green Charlie Green

Bridal shower honors Janell Price ahead of wedding

Mrs. Kk Bingham and Mrs. Sheldon Silvey hosted a bridal shower for former Janelle Price daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B Price. Friends created a southern garden setting with magnolia decor and white floral arrangements as guests toasted the bride-to-be ahead of her July 22 ceremony.

Bingham Sheldon Silvey Janelle Price B. Price Matcom Hood Lamar Cargill

Antioch and area social and church events noted

The item lists weddings and families in the Antioch area with candid mentions of Mrs. Millom Todd Bruce Price and Mrs. Earl Brown, guest seating and tea hosts. It covers a Southern California tour by Mr. and Mrs. Russell, travels of Linda Lewis, visits to Shreveport by Brownlee daughters, and an Antioch Simsboro revival July 29 to Aug 6 led by Rev Terrill Lawe with Rev Paul Cassels as pastor. It also notes a watermelon party by M Y F at Bill Waldron’s home, and Caney Lake Intermediate camp attendees Jimmy Napper, Mary Bingham, and Gloria Jean Skinner, plus David Skinner joining a 10-day Methodist trip Aug 18 from Monroe to Nashville and the Smokies.

Sind Frank ‘Russell California Homer Norris Bill Rayvillé Linda Lewis Berwek Kirby Vining N. C. Brownlee Shreveport Gladys. Hedgepeth Jonnie Antioch Methodist Church Terrill Lawe Hodge Methodist Church Robert Price Paul Cassels Antioch-Simsboro M.Y.F Bill Waldron Caney Take Jimmy Napper Mary Bingham Gloria Jean Skinner David Skinner Methodist Law Conference Monroe Nashville Great Smoky Mins Asbury Trail

What To Do About Platforme In Louisiana Politics

Last week’s report on party dissatisfaction sparked questions on forming a third party. Governor Davis hints at action by the Louisiana Democratic State Central Committee while noting electors choose the president, not the public. Davis contemplates possible independent moves and Louisiana’s electors’ freedom to follow instruction.

Baton Rough Capitol Louisiana Virginia Byrd States’ Rights Group Davis Democratic State Central Committee Jimmie Davis Oou Tle Los Angeles Kennedy Jonson Central Committee

One Hurt In California Car Collision

Ralph D. Wright of 1403 S. Vienna suffered head scratches when his car driven by Reba Wright collided with a car driven by Mrs. Gerald Cobb of Apartment 117 Verville. The crash at Roberts Street and West California occurred at 6 p.m. yesterday as the Cobb car pulled onto Highway 30. Wright car damage $575. Cobb car damage $650.

Ralph D. Wright S. Vienna Reba Wright Gerald Cobb Verville Roberts Street West California Wright Cobb Highway 30

Two Additions at Mineral Springs Revival Meet

The Mineral Springs revival ended Sunday night with two additions, one for baptism and one by letter. Visitors filled services, and Mrs W W Ricks hosted lunch after church at Rock Corner.

Rancock

McClendon Resigns as Southeast Louisiana Mental Hospital Director

Jesse H. McClendon, named director last year by Carl K. Long, quit the post in April and the hospital has been without a director since. McClendon said his resignation was not announced due to prior publicity. Long seeks release from a commitment order connected to the appointment.

Saton Rough Jesse H. McClendon Southeast Louisiana Carl K. Long Long McClendon

Wanted: Hudson on 1957 escape and murder record

An FBI Ten Most Wanted fugitive, Hudson, escaped from Pennsylvania State Penitentiary on August 2, 1957. He faces murder and related charges, is 5 feet 8 inches, 182 pounds, with blue eyes and brown hair, and is considered armed and dangerous. Call the FBI or local authorities with information.

FBI Hudson Pennesylvania State Penitentiary Pennsylvania Scranton Rostraver Focal Telephone Directories

Doctor testifies on Longsana case and release

McClendon ruled Longsana and ordered his release. The doctor said he was not pressured into quitting. These are his words: I didn't need the job. I was just helping the state out.

McClendon Longsana

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