08 Mar 1962
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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1962
Page
1
The Leader urges Louisiana state school board to allow PAR to survey schools to improve education. It notes Louisiana ranking 48th nationally in exams and remedial college courses, praising PAR as a trusted, capable source. The paper calls citizens to support the initiative for better schooling and youth outcomes.
United States Department of Agriculture data shows farm workers fed growing numbers of people from 1900 to 1961. With population rising by over three million yearly, future demand would require vast new land, but improved efficiency can meet that need on existing acres.
The Leader endorses Sunday closing to keep retail commerce limited. It argues a rest day saves workers and limits seven day operations, noting few businesses should stay open and predicting future local debate in Ruston as in Shreveport.
The Ruston Leader identifies Tom Herline as editor and John Morse as foreman, naming the newspaper’s leadership and staff roles.
Major General Raymond Orfe announces the annual Selective Service test for college registrants on April 7, 1962. Eligible students at LSU Baton Rouge Loyola New Orleans Southwestern Louisiana McNeese State Centenary Raiver Louisiana College and others may seek occupational deferments by applying through local boards before March 27 1962.
Los Angeles based TL James & Co. received a national safety award from the Associated General Contractors of America at the 48th AGC convention. The Louisiana Highway and Heavy Construction Branch firm earned recognition for having no disabling injuries during the reporting period ending June 30. Certificates were awarded to 1,080 contractors with spotless safety records.
The United States Army Nurse Corps in its sixty first year sponsors four scholarship programs for high school seniors planning nursing careers. Programs offer stipends from 400 to nearly 1000 dollars plus tuition assistance. Interested students should contact the Army Recruiter at 130 Jackson Street, Manree, or write Army Nurse Counselor, US Army Recruiting, Main Station, Box 2424, New Orleans.
Historical records reveal two Ruston ordinances from 1902 and 1917 limiting Sunday business activity. They require stores to stay closed from Saturday 12 midnight and exempt many services, while banning hotel solicitors from trains and mandating badges for representatives.
The social security district office promotes a booklet “Now That You Are Retiring” explaining retirement, income, and benefits. Monroe district manager J Dodd Brooks says the guide helps readers with questions on finances, health, and where to seek aid, with copies available by mail or in person at the local office.
Lent services announced for Episcopal Church of the Redeemer by Rev Joseph N Cathcart. Ash Wednesday blessing of ashes and holy communion at 7 am and 10 am penitential office. Wednesday Holy Communion at 7 am and 7 pm. Friday Litany and Meditations at 5 pm. Ember Days March 14, 16, 17 at 10 am. Holy Week Palm Sunday services include blessings and Holy Communion at multiple times, with Evening Prayer at 7 pm.
The Democratic Executive Committee of Ruston Louisiana selects qualified voters to serve as Commissioners of the Primary Election for Municipal Officers. Listings specify Ward locations, precincts, and appointed residents with full Ruston addresses. Local church and courthouse notices intersperse with staffing details for Ward 1 through Ward 4.
Mrs. Roger Bell of 816 Fastland Avenue Ruston Louisiana is listed in a local public notice. The document references a mailing address update and notes a date in mid month. Further details remain unclear due to fragmentary OCR text.
James Tarver of Lincoln Parish American Red Cross announced a March 13 to 16 first aid course in Ruston. Stan Zhozen, Safety Director for the Louisiana Highway Dept, will lead sessions for Red Cross life saving skills and a Standard First Aid certificate at Louisiana Tech Memorial Gym. Morning sessions for highway personnel will also be offered at the Highway Dept Building.
Judge Fred Jones fined one person in City Court last Monday. David Lee Hammock, a Negro man, was fined 300 dollars plus costs for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating beverage.
A special note of thanks to all who encouraged me during my recent accident. Dr Bleich and the staff of Ruston Hospital were wonderful. While in the hospital and after returning home I appreciated visits, phone calls, cards, flowers and food. Also thanks to David, Garland Houck and Family.
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