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Newspaper

Ruston Leader

Location

Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1958

Page

4

1958 Ny Tech Graduates Honor Commencement Scene

The article covers a 1958 commencement ceremony on the NY Tech campus where graduates received honorary and traditional honors. Dean Harrison of the Louisiana Site University presided as graduates, many listed with fields including engineering, electrical, and Spanish studies, gathered for the open-air event.

Lane 3 Ny Tech Lee Pefie Shia Taras Thybert Cai Spain Jay Ton Hemman Het Lo West Dorada Evry Caves Shes Shore Martie Oilen

TIPS Bi continued From Page 1

Fragmented readable facts describe a parish veterinary committee, names of members, and a meeting held on the 28th. It mentions insect and damage inspection, growers, Brown rot, and shipping issues affecting orchard goods in Stegaroye and nearby areas, with officers noted as President and Secretary.

Mite George Sterini Baker J. Oo Wilsonith Loy Nelson Lamar Colvin Brondin Charles Causey Chyde Causey Teagan Tarews

Officials clash over proposed bond issue amid Rusien site dispute

Officials from chamber offices discussed preparations for a print site at the Wie building during Lincoln Enterprises occupancy. The proposed bond issue faced opposition as zoning and project costs to create jobs and facilities were debated, with concerns about the event's impact on the region.

St. Shadow Speiejly Alayor Pru Teut Ab Ty Eill Lincoln Enterprises Firie Wie Rusien Iavl Thierry Zoneaty Creme & Os Jels Fovg

Ranger Gibson Urges Caution For City Picnicers

Ranger Gibson warns city folks to avoid woods risks and practice fire safety in picnic and camping. He says if no rain has fallen, extra care is needed to fully extinguish embers with water or dirt to prevent brush fires and potential criminal penalties.

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Army maneuvers involve Lt Ropp at Fort Lewis

Lt. Ropp, son of Brasty and Mrs. Th Ropp, joins Army maneuvers at Fort Lewis Washington. He serves with the 24 Battle Group of the 40th Infantry Division as Operations Officer. The exercises include airborne and river crossing testing with flotilla forces and command elements.

Fort Lewis Wash Teiph Th Ropp Lanuisi Ryan Tew Camis Paul

Chemistry event highlights at Teeh school parade

Freshman and chemistry students presented at Teeh school functions in Lincoln Parish. Speakers included Charles H. Smith from the chemistry department and others discussing facility improvements and alcoholism prevention. Future coverage promised in the Leader.

Ruston worker killed as gravel truck runs over body

Melvin Kaiezel of Ruston died last Wednesday when a gravel truck backed forward onto him while workers cleared a road cut by Cunninghams Construction Co. Brazzel, trying to escape, was struck as the truck veered. Services held at Corinth Baptist Church with burial at Corinth Cemetery. Survived by wife, three sons, daughter, parents, and multiple siblings.

Melvin Kaiezel Hiea Cunninghuiy Hamsad Dirwethy Utters Tris

Ruston Zoning Commission Readies Public Hearings on Ordinance

The Ruston planning and zoning commission outlines the 1960s approach to zoning as mandated by Louisiana law. It details appointment, public hearings, and citizen participation while previewing the proposed zoning ordinance and map. Copies of the ordinance will be available at local offices and banks for study.

Louisiana City of Ruston TSK Bosley Plating and Zoning Commission Plane Wing Richard A. Staith Juck Brooks W. Burden Sty A. W. Thompson Milton Ryohnean Canonissiun Cuoeis Plannime Consultati Tyes Soning Commission Board of Hianen Board of Muadaimen Zoning Commission Shiba Rus Perey Biest Niven Bank Euston Shire Bank Nlayen

Funeral Services for Sam G. David

Funeral services were held Saturday for Sam Green Davel in Rogers, Ark. Mr. David, 87, died Wednesday morning at his residence in Vienna. He is survived by his wife Sophy of Vienna, four sons, two daughters, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Sam G. David Sam Green Davel Rogers Atk David Viena Sophy Vienna Alc Sleveport Garrison Texas Lloyd Orfessi Mervin Ark Toof. Campbell Springdale Oklahon J Loeha Stubs Kellas City

Bank and Trust of Ruston Joins Research Group

Bank and Trust of Ruston joins the NAGAC Research Institute to conduct first industry bank operating problems research. Ho Wird A. South, president, announces the forming of SABAC, a division of the National Association of Bank Auditors and Comptrollers. The project aims to study customer needs, service cost, and profitable operation while improving banking efficiency. SABAC includes representatives from about 3,200 banks, controlling roughly 90 percent of total banking resources.

Stm Seite Bank & Trust Company Thaa Nagac Re Search Institute Howird A. South Fastivibs Ker National Association of Bank Auditors Aged Comptrollers Smith Projet Bseah SABAC Mlinuis Institute of

Ramblers Open Baseball Season Against Oilers Thursday

The Roston Ramblers host Homer Oilers Thursday night at Fraser Field to open the season. Tomathe aims for a big crowd, with prizes during the game. Lawson Furniture donates a $25 coffee maker and a $25 oil painting. Ramblers also offer five season tickets for home games. Numbered programs will be handed to spectators with three Jacky Winners drawn. Manager Billy Henderson leads the Rambler nine seeking strong attendance.

Roston Ramblers Homer Oilers Fraser Field Tomathe Lawson Furniture Company Universal Sheerwin-Willams Ramblers Jacky

Quitman Hodge Man Buried Saturday

TL. 8. Nicks, 47, longtime resident of the Hodge community, died Friday after heart attacks at the Hode Clinic. Funeral held Saturday at Antioch Church near Quitman with Rev. Jimmy Miller. Burial in Antioch cemetery. Survived by wife Mary Nicks, son Wayne, four daughters, two sisters, and sixteen grandchildren. Former employee of Continental Can Company in Todge. Member of Oddfellows Lodge and First Pentecostal Church in Jonesboro.

Quitman-Hodge Antioch Quitman Nicks Hodge Jimmy Miller First Antioch Cemetery Mr. Nicks Hode Clipse Jackson Parish The Oddfellows Lodge Jonesboro First Pentecostal Church Mary Nicks Wayne Nicks Barbara Marilyn Nicks Roy Mary Wiggins Lake Providence Nell Ruth Holland Monroe Voree Gray Janeshora Fred Stags Fiouston, Tex Thixteen

Miss Nancy Laut Franz Paints Through Time

An unclear note mentions Nancy Laut Franz and Art Meier von FA in a sparse report about an ongoing painting competition. The fragment hints at a winter session and a cot competition related to painting and enamel work, but the details are detached and unspecific.

Nancy Laut Franz Art Meier von FA Enduhcell Ax Winterly

Louisiana rate hearing at Alesina stalled six weeks

Officials on both sides of the Southern Bell rate proceeding in Alesina Louisiana anticipate an early division decision after six weeks. The Louisiana Public Service Commission and Southern Bell agreed to a timetable delaying oral arguments for at least six weeks while reviewing 3000 pages of testimony and 750 exhibits.

Alesina Southern Bell Ind Nations Polit Jt i Dolt Law Louisiana Public Service Commmiasion Bell

Ruston Couple Named Missionaries to Bolivia by Methodist Conference

A Ruston couple, Mr. and Mrs. Williams, were presented to the Louisiana Methodist Conference in Shreveport on May 28 as newly appointed missionaries to Bolivia. After three children, they will study at Scarritt College in Nashville for three months before departure. Williams will serve as an agricultural missionary and Mrs. Williams will focus on religious educational work in Bolivia.

Ruston Ooet Williams Louisiana Methodist Conference Shreveport Bolivia Williams Scareritt College Nashville Tenn Willams Williamp Thes General Board of

Passman Faces Unopposed Democratic Primary In Fifth District

U S Representative Otto E Passman of Louisiana reports no opposition in the upcoming Democratic primary for the Fifth District seat He expresses gratitude for the trust and confidence of voters and pledges continued dedication to duties He has served in Congress since 1946 and holds senior roles on the Appropriations Committee and its subcommittees.

Elveth Anothat Louisiana U. S Otto E. Passman Congress Congressman Passman House Appropriations Committee Appropriations

Sandefur Attends Memphis Optometry Conclave

Dr. R. Sandefur, Ruston optometrist, left Saturday for Memphis to attend a seminar on contact lens fittings and applications for subnormal vision. Memphis speaker Dr. Irvin P. Filderman, renowned for optical devices aiding vision, will lead the session with a focus on latest developments. Sandefur plans to return to Ruston on Tuesday.

Robert DB Sandefur Ruston Optometrist Memphis Irvin P. Filderman Fildernman

Churches urged to observe Independence Day nationwide

New York The National Council of Churches president calls 144 000 Protestant and Orthodox churches to promote proper Fourth of July observance. Dr Edwin T Dahlberg pleads for humble worship, praise of liberty and responsible citizenship while avoiding belligerent or vain displays. He reads the proclamation in churches as the council begins annual observances across its 41 denominations and 144 000 congregations.

New York National Council of Churches General Board Dallishers Delmar Baptist Church St. Louis National Council

Funeral Services Held Tuesday For Mrs. C. K. Lewis

Funeral services for Mrs. Charles Kidd Lewis were held Tuesday at Osborn's Chapel in Shreveport at 2 PM with burial in Green Wood Cemetery in Ruston. Mrs. Lewis, 87, died in her Shreveport home Monday morning. She was aunt to Moreland Avon Billy and Hunter Lewis and sisters-in-law to Mrs W. E. Meliride of Ruston and Mrs H. W. Tague. Born near Oak Ridge on her father's plantation "Rebel's Retreat," she is survived by one son, C. Huffman Lewis, a state report attorney, two grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Corinth Baptist Church Joe Hinkie Forrest’ Post Corinth Cemetery Kilpatrick Funeral Home Aly, Brazel Dianne T.con Lane Tom Brazze Ruston Louise Johnson Bernice Des Hooder City Ah Most Marlitethers S Smith Thomas Shrevehart David Tipidame George Rayburn Baton Rouge Charles Kidd Lewis Osborn's Chapel Shreveport Suesday Green Greenewood Lewis Moreland Avon Billy Hunter Lewis W. E. ‘Meliride H. W. Tague

Open House Planned by Harper Family at Fitts Church

A family gathering is set for Wednesday evening June 4 from 7:30 to 9:30 at the Tech Room of the Fitts Church. The Harpers will be leaving Austen for a new residence and invite friends and relatives to join in the farewell.

Oenity Clee Apm Fitts Harper

Ruston Pastor to Receive Honorary Degree

Reverend G. Avery Lee of First Baptist Church Ruston will receive an honorary Doctor of Literature from Hardin-Simmons University Texas during Monday graduation exercises. Lee, alumnus of the university, earned a Union of Arts degree in 1959 and a Bachelor of Divinity in 1944. He authored Sunday School materials and devotions, serves in literary circles, and plans a world tour starting July 12 with Baptist Missions emphasis. Card of Thanks notes gratitude to care providers and church extension workers including Mrs Jewel Davis.

G. Avery Lee First Baptist Church Ruston Hardin-Simmons University Abiene Texas Br. Evaniff Lee Union of Arts Amore Sgmbalaya Ahew Southern Baptist MT. Let Emphasis Baptist Missions Middl East Southeast Asia Abe Far East

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