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Newspaper

Ruston Leader

Location

Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1931

Page

1

Economic Rise Hopes Amid Steel and Rail Outlook

A latest report projects a potential upturn in the economy driven by steel and rail sectors. It notes reduced operating costs and hints at improved building activity and other key measures in the near term while warning of continued weak freight trade and shortages in certain goods as supply chains adjust.

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Oversized Turnip Displayed at Local Seed Store

A purple-topped white-globed vegetable weighing nine pounds sits on display at B D McCallameed store. Local resident Glen Williams is noted in a fragmentary caption discussing turnips and the seed business, reflecting a regional reminiscence.

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Pictures of organizers highlight conference in University Station

June 22 in University Station and nearby Louisiana areas feature photos of Conivatia Suite members and extension staff. The booklet lists officials such as W. B. Mercier and T. Dowell, with district agents Mary Mims and Grace Tappan among others. The piece, printed by Louisiana State University and federal agriculture departments, praises the rural outreach and gendered staff roles.

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Conditions in Ruston Show Business Not Downgraded

A brief Ruston survey of local firms indicates business is not in decline and is improving. Four establishments across different sectors report gains or steady growth, with Feagel Motor Company noting higher June sales, Ruston Steam Laundry expanding facilities, and Coca Cola bottling exceeding expectations. Local grocer Clarence Saunders and J T Buckner also express optimism for strong continued sales.

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Legion Award on Display at Local Drug Store Window

The America Legion Citizenship Award for Lincoln Parish, honoring service to welfare and parish development, is displayed in the window of the Marbury Torre Company drug store. The award ceremony is set for July 4, with local post officials noting the civic contributions of Lincoln Parish residents.

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Hilly Peach Orchard Sets Production Records This Year

A. B. Torrance owner of the area’s largest peach orchard reports a July push with about five car loads of Elberta peaches to be shipped under government inspection. Most of the fruit will be sold directly to the coroner by the Farm Bureau Selling Exchange. good fertilization and careful spraying cited as reasons for a top crop.

A. B. Torrance Elbertas Vis Doust J. A. Sealy

Dr J B Harris to come here from New Orleans college

Dr J B Harris, connected with medical school in New Orleans, is expected to join a hospital staff after training at Tech and medieval college. He has received credentials and will take up duties as a hospital staff member in a city near Touisi, with prior appointments noted at various institutions.

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Local Fishermen Dominate Angling At Sterlington

Two Ruston citizens with bamboo rods fished the Sterlington locks and dam in early morning hours. H L McKnight and son reported several trout and catfish caught, joking that only the big carp got away. He praised mudless piers and mosquito-free spots.

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Local Workers to Take Group to Encampment

Miss Sophia Stone and J A Shealy Farm Extension workers will take Lincoln Parish 4 H Club youth to Camp Mary Mims in Goldonna La from June 29 to July 3 for supervised study of agricultural methods and organized outdoor recreation.

Sophia Stone J. A. Shealy Lincoln Parish Camp Mary Mims Goldonna Shealy James Austur Miss Stone

Lincoln Parish praised in farm program notice and bids

The Department of Agriculture sent praise to Lincoln Parish agriculturalists and Farm Council members for the Lincoln Parish Agricultural Program pamphlet issued after the January 29 30 conference in Ruston. Lincoln Parish School Board announces a sale of 40000 in bonds to fund Simsboro School District 3 with bids due July 19 1931 and outlines bid requirements and notice details.

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