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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1960
Page
7
The notice states that the property described as situated in township 20 ward 6 Lincoln Parish is posted against hunting and trespassing. Violators will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law, signed by D. Caver.
Local notices describe a memorial service hosted by the Riser Civic Club at Mr and Mrs J R Laszars home on Tuesday night November 22 with Rev P B Henderson to conduct. Prof Harold J Smotinski of Louisiana Tech will speak on Income Taxes. Other items note community meetings, visits, and fall weather effects.
Mrs. L L Holstead honored her father Lon Calhoun with a birthday dinner. He was 76 years old. Attendees included J C Hammond and M T Holstead, plus family from Sterlington Port Arthur New Hope and Witchita Falls. Our Home Demonstration Club met November 8 with 11 members. President L L Halstead led, Blondin demonstrated material care. December meeting to be at Mrs D E ONeal with gifts requested. Additional local visits featured Vernon Bodie Pennell Ellerman and Leachman households joining weekend gatherings.
Corinth notes share a birthday supper for Valentine hosted by Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Hood with all children and grandchildren present. Local health updates mention Bill Brazzel in Monroe hospital. Families visit relatives across the community including Stephenson Woods Dendy and Hunter. Thanksgiving plans rise as Parents Afternoon at Hico gathers attendees and Joyce Brazzel receives a birthday party with 30 guests and gifts.
Virgil Morris former pastor of Trinity Method ist Church was named Executive Secretary of the South Central Jurisdiction of the Methodist Church. He currently pastors Istrouma Methodist in Baton Rouge and will move his family to Oklahoma City to assume duties serving churches across southern states.
Hutchinson of Calhoun and Mr. and Mrs. Sig Hancock of Monroe with Mrs. Fay Frantom and boys of West Monroe spent Sunday with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Emory. Local men built a carport at the Methodist parsonage. Mariene Walker of Arland Fla visited with sister Mrs. Lester Gimfert. Delia Holtzclaw left for Port Arthur Tex to stay with her son Cecil Holstead family. Willie Dean Poapetter left for El Dorado Ark to take a job after leaving Kimbell Clinic.
Ruston Civitan Club under James M. Kay begins an annual sale of 1000 pounds of fruit cakes to fund charity projects. Cakes come in 1 2 3 and 5 pound sizes and residents will be contacted to reserve for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Call Alpine 5-3690 or 5-1979 to reserve.
Tickets for the annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast are on sale this week as Friday morning draws near. Red Reeves, breakfast chair, expects the largest crowd yet at Trinity Methodist Church Tech Room. Breakfast runs 6 to 9 am with 50 cent children and 75 cent adults, all you can eat. Income supports the Kiwanis underprivileged fund.
Rabifs continued from page one note positive tests and advise immediate shots if you have been bitten or handled the animal. It warns that shooting the animal in the head would negate the need for further action.
Fifth District Congressman Otto E. Passman told a Social Security hearing that Louisiana public assistance shows traditional liberality and that federal demands threaten state rights. He urged the SSA not to override state law and criticized bogus abuse while praising efforts to improve home environments for affected children.
Simsboro Home Demonstration Club gathered at the new home of Mrs. Lena Thompson for its November meeting presided by president Mrs. Nobles. Members shared thanks statements, reports were heard from Mrs. Burt and Mrs. Durrett, and Mrs. Blontlin demonstrated care of table settings and beverages.
Simsboro School observed American Education Week with a Parents Night that drew about eight percent of local parents, marking a record attendance for the event. The program aimed to improve parent understanding of classroom methods and student activities.
The Ruston City Council approved purchases for police cars a street commissioner vehicle and a new dump truck for the city street department at yesterday's meeting. Darkgo Darts were bought from Guy Baker Motors as low bidders to trade in two Chevrolet pickups, with a net difference of 1349.43 for one and 4314 for the other. Handage Ford was the next lowest bidder for pre-owned vehicles and the Nek offered 3240 as the top bid. Holland Nicholson and Marty Chevrolet submitted bids on the equipment. White will be the color for all police vehicles under the mayor's policy.
N UL Thurman of 1462 Barnett Springs Road a co member of the Louisiana Appaloosa Horse Association will attend the third horse show of November as the Appaloosa horse people according to GL Wy Kennedy of Hvestad shows for the LSU Agricultural Extension Service. Earling this week Margeann Laurence Bernice will enter Major's Melee in the 1960 Quarter Horse Show at LSU Agricultural Center. About 250 quarter horses from seven states will be present. events run through November 18.
In Feifiten, the Rustonians Glib board of directors voted unanimously yesterday to endorse a resolution by the American Legion regarding Federal Judge J. Skelly Wright. The resolution was sent to the legislature requesting impeachment of Wright.
Reported remarks describe Russia impressions and a defensive stance against communism. Kelly criticizes communism and asserts faith in American strength and readiness to defend against any aggression. The speaker highlights people longing for culture and progress in their country.
Ruston High School was awarded an excellent rating at the District One Louisiana Muste jue colors association unveiling festival. Ranking superior featured five hands from the given attendees, including Northeast State College and West Monroe High, among others.
Local listing offers grading and clearing services. Provides contact options including Chil Tromer WA 71-8435 and J M Williams Route 3 Box W48A Kaynesville for any type of grading or clearing work.
Ruston State Bank and Trust, First National Bank present a 42 hour college course titled Principles of Bank Operations. The program, held Tuesday night, covers banking disciplines with Emory of Ruston as instructor. American Institute courses span law, economics, accounting and management at college level.
The Methodist Men's club will hold its regular monthly meeting tonight at 6 39 pm. Rev Mary Ezell, superintendent at the Methodist Children's Home, will speak.
During my illness I received visits, calls, gifts, flowers, blood donations, and prayers from friends. I also thank the doctors and nurses at Ruston Sanatorium. Very truly, JACK COLVIN Avendin, La.
The Blanchard family thanks friends for sympathy after the loss of a loved one. They express appreciation for prayers, comforting words, cards, offerings, and meals, noting the minister provided comfort during their hours of sorrow.
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