Postal rate rise plan eyed by Postmaster General
In Washington on May press conference Postmaster General warned that not adjusting postal rates to costs drains taxpayer money and causes deficits. He urged Congress to approve increases before summer adjournment, saying users should pay mail costs to reduce deficits and taxes. Proposed hikes: letter from 4 to 5 cents per ounce, air mail 7 to 8 cents, postal cards 3 to 4 cents, air mail cards 6 cents. Second class mail revenues would rise about 40 percent. third class by about 26 percent. second class deficits around 280 million annually and third class about 190 million annually.
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Ithe ‘Jsmail
Washington
Pearce
Congress
Winter Miss Marie Johnson Crowned in Lake Charles Pageant
Marie Johnson first grade teacher at Barbo Elementary in Lake Charles, named Miss Lake Charles in a beauty contest by the Leake Charles Junior Chamber of Commerce. She advances to the state contest at Lake Providence later this month. The article also notes 1960 and 1961 postal deficits and rate history, detailing how costs rose while mail volume grew less than expected, with 1958 rate hikes partially offset by salary and fringe benefit increases.
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Marie Johnson
Barbo Elementary
Lake Charles
Johnson
Simsboro
Leake Charles
Social Security payments missed by some people
J Dodd Brooks of the Monroe Social Security office says many eligible individuals do not realize they can receive at least one check even if they work all year but earn under 2080. He notes that payments can be for any month, with rules applying to spouses widows and dependents, and after age 72 there is no restriction. Brooks urges eligible persons to inquire at the Monroe District Social Security office at 607 North Third Street.
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J. Dodd Brooks
Monroe
Brooks
Monroe District
Social Security Office
North Third Street
Science Teachers To Participate In Summer Institute
Science teachers from twelve states will attend a summer institute at Grambling College from June 13 to August 5. Funded by a $44,500 National Science Foundation grant, participants receive stipends and dependents’ allowances. The program, directed by Dr Archie L Lacey, includes a distinguished staff from Alabama, Howard University, San Francisco State, Evanston town high, and Universidade de San Paulo.
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Grambling College
Archie L. Lacey
Virginia
National Sciences Foundation
Henry, L. van Dyke
Alabama State College
M. B. Shilsbury
Evanston Tow High School
Evanston
Ilnepeen
Ready-Made Foods Ease Life For the Housewife
The rise of ready prepared foods cuts kitchen work but keeps home cooks creative. Home made jelly remains popular, aided by powdered pectin like Pen Jel that speeds up jell formation. With short boils, flavors stay intact and whole fruit jams become possible year round. Juices from frozen canned or fresh fruit yield glossy jellies, including grape juice or berry blends, and even jelly from sweet wine.
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Paul Egerstrom
Egg Clinic Set at LSU on June 20
Commercial egg producers and others in Louisiana are invited to a one day Commercial Egg Production and Marketing Clinic at LSU Baton Rouge on Monday June 20. Speakers from LSU and the poultry industry will cover production, handling methods, and egg marketing developments. Co sponsored by Poultry Industries of Louisiana the program includes Dr Clyde Driggers of the University of Georgia and a noon chicken barbecue. For information contact Clyde Ingram Knapp Hall University Station Baton Rouge La.
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Baton Rouge
Louisiana
Nelson Memorial
Louisiana State University
Clyde Ingram
Louisiana ‘State University Agricultural Extension Service
Louisiana ‘State University
Poultry Industries of Louisiana
Clyde Driggers
University of Georgia
Ehld
Knapp Hall
University Station
Baton
Rouge 3
Oldest family treats ride a do it yourself trend
A fragmented mention notes a DIY do it yourself trend in producing a traditional family treat. It references a growing number of women following the practice and hints at free cost or profiles but lacks clear details or names.
Me and Mes Charlier's Ret Tate Ane
A partial readable fragment notes a trio or quartet from Texas involved in a music or cultural event. Names and clear details are limited but indicate a local arts scene focus with possible group performance. Further context would clarify participants and venue.
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Mes
Charlier
Texas
Bet
Tiny eggs in a hummingbird phone booth sign
A motorist finds a sign in a rural town booth asking others not to use the phone because two tiny eggs sit inside a ready made hummingbird. The note riffs on travel tips about planning vacations and making reservations.
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Arthur E. Summerfield
Laa Olga Eee
Ane
Pine Ridge Jersey Farms
Pine Ridge Drive
Nat'l. Farm Loan Association
Weaver Iaeratory
Post Office Department
Ruston — AL
Buick
Motor Trend Magazine
WHITE
Buick-Rambler CO
E. Georgia Avenue
Wildcat
Lsu
Tras
Sao Paulo
Brazil
Lacey
National Science Teachers Association
American Association For the Advancement of Science
National Association For Research For Science Teachers
Dudley Cow
Amoco-Gas
American Oil Company Saat
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