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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1931
Page
4
Lincoln Parish survey by J. A. Shealy shows cotton plus dairying boosts on 1931 farms. Eighty-one acre unit with thirteen acres cotton nets 277 after expenses. another eighty-three acre unit with dairy adds 685. Dairying raises living and farm economics, poultry and pork gains noted. Tenant and ownership figures from census. farm amenities and canning activity listed.
Plans for the Lincoln Parish Free Fair set for October 13 to 17 in Memorial Park are under way. E D McCallum J A Shealy and H L McKnight note premium lists will be ready for press soon as preparations continue. Higher hopes for larger exhibits cite better weather and improved farming methods.
Douglas Epworth League members reported a successful union meeting at Downsville last Sunday. The Sibley home demonstration club judged the cotton dress contest at Sibley school with Miss Floy Thigpen of Ruston as judge. first prize to Mrs A D Calhoun, second to Miss Dollie Jones, third to Mrs A B Calhoun. Awards reflected workmanship and suitability to the wearer.
O Meyer is added as editor of The Ruston Leader by The Leader Publishing Co. He is a Missouri graduate with rural newspaper training and has worked on weekly papers in Kansas and Missouri. Meyer plans to introduce editorial features, agricultural news, and local parish reporting while boosting community ties and regional coverage for Lincoln Parish.
Secretary Hyde said many farmers are repaying loans as agriculture struggles with drought and poor conditions. He cited thousands noting their intent to settle, while details on total repayments or agencies were not provided. The report highlights ongoing financial strain in rural areas and the government’s loan recovery efforts.
The Greenwood couple held a June 4 wedding in McComb. The bride, a graduate of Simes bero High School, united with Reparonita ot Athos debe Puler or Greenwoou. Details reflect a local ceremony with civic ties.
Ruston chamber of Commerce sponsors a Farm Chautauqua at Tech dune Boy's Gym on June 28 29 30. H L Mc Knight secretary announced the event expected to attract 2000 farmers. Reading quartets choral clubs and talks by agricultural authorities from the state and nearby states will be featured.
The North Louisiana Singers Association held a major two day meeting at the Boys Gym on Tech campus. Sunday attendance peaked at 2000 with a mix of sacred and secular songs and instrumental numbers. Notable performers included the Kelly family branch from Morton Mississippi and the Stamps quartet led by Virgil O. Stamps. The fall session will convene in Farmerville at the new High School auditorium with Tech faculty members in attendance to greet delegates.
Ed McCallum announces candidacy for representative in this district. A native of Linevin parish, he owns and manages D D McCallun Seed Company in Ruston and has served as clerk of Court and in the Post Office, with long community involvement.
Fragmentary OCR note reports a death and misused body at a location described as Mansereld. Names and precise actions are unclear but indicate a deceased person and potential investigation or medical handling. Further readable elements include a reference to June and hospital or coroner context with vague procedural terms.
The Democratic state central committee in New Orleans named Crovernor Long as a new committeeman from Louisiana to replace the late Robert Ewing, publisher of several Louisiana papers. The body also adopted a rule requiring candidates for multi seat offices to designate which position they seek, such as position A or B for two seats.
Mr J Dr Templeton and Mr Claude Copland of Douglas returned from Montgomery Alabama where they attended the Confederate Soldiers Reunion.
Lincoln Parish has been entered in a national dairy farming contest by parish agricultural agent J A Shealy. The program, run by the National Dairy Association and partners in St Louis, awards points on feeding, breeding, farm management, club work, and cooperation with creameries, banks, and the Chamber of Commerce as the parish pursues honors and potential state and district wins.
Plans for a July 4 homecoming at Hico sponsored by the Hico Community Club include dedicating the new high school auditorium, observing patriotic spirit, and holding a noon picnic and afternoon sports. A Ruston band will provide music. McFarland Post No. 2 may supply a speaker. Committee members are Mrs. H. G. Hammons, Miss Emma Lou Owen, and Miss Lars Caldwell.
Henry Holder and Miss Ciertie Mac Loyd of Hico hosted friends at Loyd home Sunday. Dinner followed by games and entertainment. Guests included Miss Marit Calvin and others, plus Mr. and Mrs Loyd and Mr. and Mrs Joe Moon.
Frasier of Choudrant was elected president. Pat Owens of Hlee and Co W Tatu of Sinisitore and Holy McKnight of Raston were chosen secretary and other officers of the Lincoln Parish organization for the Increased Use of Cotton formed by the Ruston Chamber of Commerce. The meeting endorsed joining the state organization and outlined campaigns in parish clubs and schools. McKnight urged cotton education in schools and cotton bag use, while wholesalers signaled readiness to supply cotton products. Also discussed was right of way for U.S. 167 with a request for a committee to secure permissions and protect the half million dollars federal funding.
Ade Whotipson, president of the Lancaster parish policemen jury, states improvements will include plumbing, paint, and window repairs at the courthouse. Work has been underway for several days with additional interior repairs and ground work planned to start soon.
A Simsboro bridal shower honored a bride-to-be with a party held Monday after an evening rehearsal. Mrs Aol Brooks led guests as the names Zig and others participated in gift giving. Guests enjoyed angel food cake and black-rasp whip as Miss Zeulema Burnett helped serve refreshments.
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