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Newspaper

Ruston Leader

Location

Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 13, 1958

Page

5

Bearcat Appreciation Week honors Ruston high coach Garrett

A capacity crowd is set for Friday’s game against West Monroe as Mayor Beasley proclaims Bearcat Appreciation Week to honor Hoss Garrett and Ruston High’s Bearcats. The Redshirts boast 70-59-13 career record, three state titles, and strong showings against area rivals.

Beasley Hoss Garrett Ruston High West Monroe Garrett Bearcats Jonesboro Bastrop Neville Haynesville Maroons North Louisiana Ruston Minden Winnfield Red Deloney Guck Stewart Joe Hinton Pat Garrett Naeris Alexander Bobby Hinton Billy South Louisiana State Tommy Hinton Roland Jackson Rice Institute

Mayor Beasley Proclaims Bearcat Appreciation Week

Ruston High football earns tribute as 22 season record creators are honored. Mayor Beasley urges citizens to attend Friday's final game versus West Monroe Rebels to show gratitude for L. J. Hoss Garrett era and Ruston football history. Proclamation notes 6916 total wins since 1950 and benefits to local youth.

T. G. Beasley Ruston High TL. J. Floss Garrett Arendill Ruston Bear ‘Ats West Men Rebels Beasley Ruston Tisch Mayor Stal South L. J Hoss) Garrett Rurston Fonthail Sud- Port Louisiana Montray Abin

Singing Convention To Be Held Sunday At Mineral Springs

The Lincoln Parish Singing Convention will meet at Mineral Springs Baptist Church on Sunday November 16 1968. The program will restart at 2 00 p m Those who love to hear and sing gospel songs are invited to attend. Mr R E B Roberson will have charge of the singing.

Lincoln Parish Mineral Springs Baptist Church Altahal Ihis R. EB. Roberson Iwi Nde

Writers' Club Meeting Set Thursday Night

Mr Bridges a veteran writer for Conservation Journal will speak at City Hall at 7 50 PM Thursday in the third program of the year The club invites Aspiring writers in the Wiley Hilburn area to attend noting past travelogue topics and October features by Dr Rudolph Fiehler and others

Mr. Bridges Joes The Conservation Journal Writers’ Club City Hall Thoro Rudolph Fiehler Wiley Hilburn Aly Cofc

Revival At Fellowship Church Near Dubach

A revival will be held at the Fellowship Church about 3.5 miles east of Dubach starting in November and running through the month. The evangelist will be Rev. Darther Hall with services at 7330 Pat Rev. James A. Nichols, pastor of the church, issued a cordial invitation for everyone to attend.

Fellowship Church Fellowship Wighist Dubach Darther Hall Gaan Ane James A. Nichols

Ranger Gibson Warns of Grass Fire Danger Now

Forest ranger Frank Gibson reports a grass fire west of Sins horn on Highway BU and urges extreme caution during this season. He notes increased fire risk as dry conditions persist and warns the public to avoid careless actions that could start fires.

Frank Gibson Wrak Gibson Sinshorn Gibson

Choudrant Man In Need Of Blood

Fred Brow?ler of Choudrant urgently needs blood for an operation at St. Francis Hospital Monroe. Donors should contact Hammond's service station in Choudrant for information and to arrange donations.

Choudrant Tland Fred Brow Fred St. Francis Hospital Monroe Hammond

Parents Night At Simshoro High Draws Record Crowd

Simshoro High held Parents Night during Education Week with 102 families represented and about 85 percent in attendance. Mayor James T. Napper reported 40 to 500 people attended as parents toured classrooms to learn what goes on at the school and to reflect on their role in education. The event followed the theme Report Card USA and marked a roughly five percent attendance rise from prior years.

Simshoro High Simshoro High School Eduteilian Weel James TI. Napper Hpnicipal Simsboro Napper USA

Accident Victim Dies Tuesday Rites Held Wednesday

8. O. Denham, 78, died from injuries after a Friday afternoon run over in downtown Ruston by a truck owned by Haliburton Well Cement Co. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Kilpatrick Chapel. Survived by widow Alma Denham, two daughters, three brothers, two sisters, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

O. Denham Rusten Vienna Street Durwood Murphy Haynesville Haliburton Well Cement Co Kilpatrick’y Chanel Rel Gray Viated Memorial Furt Cemetery Annie Lou Lortivan Spokane Wash

4-H Picnic Saturday Near Ruston Hill School

Final plans are set for the Anmiat TL Clubs and Flonie Demonstration Club picnic at Ruston Hill School on Saturday, November 15, starting at 3 A.M. Club members and their families are invited to bring food and join the event. The message also includes dairy industry notes from Dir. George H. Hopson and guidance on dairy farming practices and cleanliness.

Iba Ruston Hill School George H. Hopson Caime Didry Mees da Twopsen

Ten Commandments of a Successful Celebration

John B. Rogers Co outlines a civic celebration plan for Ruston. The guide stresses forming a non profit, broad committee representation, ample operating funds, early event planning, inclusive outreach, and strict adherence to a published plan of action for reliable success.

John B. Rogers Co Rogers Madueng Company Ruston Tap Toon Joel

Lincoln Parish Eyes 72-Bed Hospital in Ruston Vote Looms

Board report outlines plans for a new 72 bed hospital in Ruston pending voter and state approval. Also noted are efforts for Ruston's Jubilee celebration with Rogers Producing and a contract for progress of the festival, plus details on local parade sponsorship and participation by area towns.

Ruston Groge Camply Tincoln Pirish Ruston Hospitiul Tne Houston Weil Ob Dankston Associates Hi-Burton Burton Tyans Dullesay Witi Af Ruston Prospital, Inc Haspitel Ruston Hospital, Inc Sinisboro Dev Asp

VEW Christmas Party Planned for Thursday Night

VEW announces a Thursday night Christmas party with Commander Dean McConnach stating the event will feature planning for the season and a future fund for children. The post also plans a second gathering later to discuss hospital plans and a potential special election.

VEW Dean McConnach Pinal Bart Weign Wats Paul Vig Christin Staten Ouatenatienia Baltin Oon Halidaws Bony

Chorus of Carousel to Feature Thirty Voices at Tech Auditorium

Louisiana Peah Music Department presents Carousel November 20 and 21 with thirty chorus members joining leads. Cast includes dozens of named performers and a student pit, under direction of AL Re, Tellinghuisen, and Sanden Aen, with Miss Tucker and Mel Waupl in supporting roles. Admission pricing outlined with details for adults and students.

Tech Auditorium Louisiana Peah Music Department Carousel Cup Blow Law AL Re Tellinghuisen Res Sanden Aen Belly Lew Neier Diamos Maal Mesauidey Bree Denwell Diana Cobb Dottie Tiga Pat Theason Wayne Pord Gloria Grabby Sandie Tarper Frank Jones Mary Alice Jones James Jones Chirlello Lowey Carole Atevers Fdeanette Miter Airy Mane Alchanel Manres Atay Macfuttie de Mulhern Robert Reader Smd Randolph Eric Rhymes Wate Forvi Doy Mat Deason Dottie Tay Miss Tucker Mel Waupl Pit Webster Rich Blaine Willie

Darents Night at Ruston Junior High Set for Thursday

Ruston Junior High schedules a parents night event this Thursday featuring a speaker and activities. The notice urges in attendance by parents and guardians, promising information on the school’s programs and student life.

Deer Hunting Area To Remain The Same As Previously Aired

A fragmented notice states the deer hunting area will stay unchanged from prior aired terms. It mentions wildlife officials and commissions with references to permit timing and season details, though the legible portions are limited and some text is garbled. The piece suggests ongoing regulation by state or local wildlife authorities.

Tickets For NE Football Game On Sale At Tech

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Cotel Joe Aikter de Gickets de Ueki Booth

Former Tech Student Dies From Wreck Injuries

A former Tech student, Horace Willittis of Pine Uihabh, died from injuries sustained in a car wreck. The crash also involved Sekey and other occupants, with reports noting hospital treatment and transferred conditions. Further details on the incident and memorial information are pending.

Tech Malate Webb Horace Willittis Willidites

Extension Trips Influence Cotton Quota Vote

County Agent F C LeVasseur urges a vote on cotton quotas while detailing project aims and potential market effects. The notice outlines considerations for growers and extension staff, stressing timely participation and the impact on farm income and program support.

F. C. LeVasseur County

YF Membership Revealed As 03 Percent

The Public Relations officer of the Otierr Paernelle Bart Post 3605 announced that YF membership reached 3 percent in 1959. Senior Vice Commander Yon McCoranick and Commander McCorminrk noted strong drive efforts with many officers involved and emphasized the significance of achieving higher membership on Veterans Day.

Henry Va. Faser Otierr Paernelle Bart Chende Thal Comuidor Yon McCoranick Bear W. Chivhin Yes Abe McCavaoe Uiardan Noy McCorminrk Euce S Mies Marken Sabe

Harlan Hit By Car On Street in Jonesboro

A Jonesboro girl identified as Harlan was struck by a car on a street and left with critical injuries. She suffered burns and was taken to the Pen Chiefh Jutustana for treatment, with condition described as critical by authorities.

Harlan Jonesboro AP Dtovkin Jones Feo Cir Bob Sesheret Hocharlan Pen Chiefh Jutustana

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