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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1930
Page
2
Official journal notice from Leader Building, Ead Mississippi Ave. Telephone 126, for the Parish of Lincoln and Lincoln Parish School Board, appearing in the official publication.
The Ruston Leader announces Hon Walton E. McBride as a Democratic primary candidate for district attorney in Louisiana's Third Judicial District, and Judge E. L. Walker and Hon Guy W. Holloway as candidates for district judge in the same district, with primaries on September 9, 1930 and September 8, 1930 respectively, noting voter wishes. Also contains an Alaska editor's editorial remark about nonpayment of subscriptions and a Civil War reminiscence reference.
A reader laments that 47.3 million dollars in taxes were taken for highway projects during Long's two years, asks why promised trunk-line highways remain unfinished, notes New Orleans bears heavy traffic and funding, and condemns bond issues as wasteful political patchwork aimed at infl uence and election control.
The New Commander Louisiana is honored in the election at Biloxi as commander in chief of the United Confederate Veterans General L W Stepticus Coushatta. The piece discusses Civil War history focusing on the West, Louisiana figures like General Taylor and Stephens, and mentions battles near the Mississippi River and Alexandria.
The census shows eight cities on the Illinois Central System spanning Alabama Tennessee Mississippi and Louisiana expanding from 452000 in 1920 to 694000 in 1930 a 53.7 percent rise well above the national 15 percent. Jackson Miss more than doubled from 22817 to 48298 while Shreveport La rose 73.7 percent. Memphis Tenn grew by 90000 to 252049 as Gulfport Miss rose 53.4 percent. Birmingham Ala climbed to 257657 with Laurel Miss up 37.6 percent Biloxi Miss Gulf Coast up 34 percent and Greenville Miss Delta up 24 percent.
A historical reflection on how insurance underpins daily life and global progress. It argues that protection against fires and accidents supports commerce, railroads, and steamships, enabling millions of workers to rely on staple foods like potatoes beans and salt pork as the world advances. The essay links insurance to economic security and growth.
A fragment argues politicians seek drastic regulation of electric power ahead of national elections. It suggests revising regulatory measures for public utilities and adjusting valuation methods for rate setting. The text hints at political use of power policy to sway voters.
Frida Ent argues regulation will gain relevance with time but 1992 will not see broad public stir. She notes electricity costs per month are small compared with milk or bread, and compares power bills to taxes, candy, and cinema expenses, suggesting tighter regulation could save public funds.
Pennsylvania primary spending shows Grundy supporters averaging near seven thousand dollars daily for fifty days, while Davis spent just over ten thousand. Illinois and Mrs McCormick attempted to match, but Pennsylvania remains costly turf for Senate aspirations. The piece notes the enduring, rising value of a Senate seat amid direct primaries and self-government concerns.
S W Straus notes thrifty people find the first dollar saved hardest yet it sparks a habit of saving. As dollars accumulate, thrift becomes easier and brings happiness from earned possessions. Duty to self, family, and society supports thrift, with the greatest dividend being peace of mind.
Local report praises Jim Richardson as a renowned melon grower and pioneer citrus fruit producer in Lincoln parish. A ten pound cabbage rumored to be his creation was left for the chamber of commerce secretary, sparking talk of rival farmers Lassater Smith George Land Russ Hilton and others with promising crops despite a backward season.
The $7,000,000 railway highway bridge spanning the Mississippi at Vicksburg Miss was dedicated in a large ceremony likened to early railroad openings. Special excursion trains carried attendees from Mississippi and Louisiana. L A Downs of the Illinois Central spoke, noting the line will use the bridge.
Baltimore June 9 The City Park board favors leniency for Edmund Fontaine a tree surgeon who edited with a chisel the Edgar Allan Poe verse on the Poe Memorial in Wyman Park He faces arraignment tomorrow for defacing public property The board backs dismissal arguing public interest is not harmed by it Fontaine a poetry lover edited the line removing the S from mortals to read Dreaming dreams no mortal ever dared to dream before
A brief note records the jubilee of Reverend Carrs and announces his imminent departure for Barcelona soon after the celebration. The item underscores the cleric’s milestone and upcoming overseas move with concise detail.
The American Legion News Service reports Ruston Louisiana actions by McParland Post No. 2 including flag decorating for streets trash can donations and a city cleanup drive. The post also cooperates with Legion Junior Baseball and awards a citizenship cup to the parish's outstanding resident.
W. Oursier announces the Western electric equipment purchased by the Mew Actor theatre was shipped June 6. Installation will begin on arrival and a formal first operation statement will follow soon. The movietone system is described as the latest type with improvements for Ruston amusement seekers.
A farm in Blairtown Iowa reports a cat has adopted a motherless litter of nine mink. The mother mink abandoned them last Tuesday. Rex Jackson, owner of the farm, watches whether the cat will protect or attack the young minks as they grow. The mink are valued at 200 dollars for their skins.
New York health authorities probe a heat linked incident after a 25 degree rise over 10 hours killed two and sickened more than twenty in the city. Spoiled food poisoning affected a portion of the victims with seven still hospitalized today.
In New Orleans on June 6 Rev. Raymond i Carra with three ministers conducted a nuptial ceremony for Misa Vincensina Carra, sister of the officiant, and Dr. Julio Altabos, celebrating Old Spain style.
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