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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1958
Page
5
The Union Thanksgiving Service of Ruston churches will be held Thursday at 10 in Grace Methodist on West California Avenue. Sponsored by the Truston Ministerial Alliance, it will be conducted by alliance members. Rev. J.T. Davis of Cook Baptist church will preach on “Adequate Resources for Crucial Times.” A quartet will provide special music.
Tax notices were mailed to Ruston residents and property owners by May or T. C. Beasley. Delinquency starts January 1, 1959, with interest on late taxes. Total Ruston assessment is $1,078,230 with $162,564.16 to be collected and $105,016.99 for bond principal and interest, $56,517.61 for the city operating fund. Mayor Beasley urged timely payment.
Two cars stolen from Mitchell and Mary Jo Atkins were recovered Tuesday by Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office and the State Police. Sheriff Riser said juveniles were not responsible. The vehicles were taken from the owners' homes Sunday night and found about four miles northeast of Ruston.
A letter from Mrs. Josefina de Villegas of Parral, Chihuahua, thanks Ruston residents for clothing donations sent after devastating floods. W. E. Diamond and Diamond Industries organized aid and shipped supplies to Mexico by plane. The village noted many lost homes and shoes and expressed deep gratitude for the assistance received.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Dubach Methodist church for Mrs. Carrie Douglas 81 of Dubach. Rev Jerry Mens conducted the service and burial followed at Hamilton Memorial Cemetery under Kilpatrick's Funeral Home of Ruston direction. Mrs. Douglas is survived by five sons Rev Luman bi Dottelis of Ruston Jack Bourlas of Alexandria and six grandchildren.
The office of the Lincoln Parish Servetive Service bond is closed from this afternoon and will reopen December 2. Veterans needing to register can do so at the Veterans' Service Office in the Call House or wait until the office reopens.
An editor's note by Mrs Maude Zimmer recalls Thanksgiving days long past in a Thaston Orphanage era. She describes snowless winters, child led charity, and simple feasts as orphans in distant towns learned giving while families sent cash and clothing to aid those in need.
A county advisory committee meeting chaired by Wy Hit Titian outlined 1959 4-H aims. They propose stricter screening for leaders, a new parish drive, home demonstration club outreach, and increased publicity including National 4-H Week. The group emphasized active projects, safety, and parent involvement.
Vibert Ponder aged man dies at Rayville after long illness. Funeral held at Mtee maar Stoney with Rev. Hiodsau Sielmvis officiating. Sister Mrs Noah and sister Mrs Shorey attend. burial in parish cemetery. services led by pastor.
Napoleon Garner colored man was shot at home by his wife Vessie Garner during an argument. He was struck through the right leg and left leg near the lodging. Police escorted him home after separating him from his wife following a separation. Officers urged his wife not to press charges as the case moved to City Court for alleged beating.
Funeral services for James J. Henry of Dubach, 84, were held at the Dubach Methodist Church with Rev. Jerry Means and Rev. A. in charge. He is survived by his wife, a sister, Verda Consterrett of Mat, and another sister Mrs. Walter Quty. Kilpatrick's Funeral Home of Ruston directed arrangements with burial in Dubach Cemetery.
Korean veterans in Louisiana will resume bonus payments within weeks, per Veterans Affairs Director Pravie Bell. The program paused after the 1956 deadline. the extension passed this month and approved, enabling processing of applications on hand.
A carnival worker faces drunk driving charges following a recent accident. Official details are incomplete due to fragmented text, but local authorities indicate the incident occurred near a Merrie city event with several witnesses. Further updates are not available in the surviving report.
Mrs Lizzie V Riser Willcrest Elementary School principal was elected president of the Lonistand Teachers Association with no opposition. The annual union meeting featured speeches by educators and critique of Longs financial advice amid debates over funding and school economy.
Walter Dean, colored male, held by the sheriff's office on burglary charges. Dean is accused of breaking into Calvin's Storeroom on the Backeryville Road Tuesday night. Bond set at 8200.
Ruston will hold the annual Christmas Parade on Saturday December 6. The parade will feature floats marching units and school groups including Ruston High School, Homer Link School, Techsands, and the ROTC unit.
Police investigate a Saturday burglary at Kiper Electric. Readable fragments indicate theft of items and temporary inquiry steps with local agency involvement and questioned suspects.
City officials discuss a broad program of street lighting improvements, highway access, and water system enhancements. The plan includes entrance changes to the city, revised water wells, and expanded public works projects tied to a multi million dollar funding allocation.
Disorganized OCR text references Kiwanians in Wesley Chapel. Mentions include meetings, members, and community activities with unclear specifics. Notable names and dates are fragmented, but the piece centers on local club engagement and civic outreach in the area.
A county agent notes a shift in the farmers organization urging broader resources and coordinated efforts. The report mentions meetings, tentative schedules, and community outreach as the group seeks enhanced guidance, training, and collaboration for local agricultural initiatives.
Rad Cross officers meet parish school leaders in Tangipahoa area to discuss Junior Red Cross programs in local schools. Participants include Metter and Dash Chapter representatives, parish officials, and superintendent oversight.
Fragmented OCR note references McDowell and Pope figures with scattered names and dates. Mentions Ruston and a teen context, unclear events, possible church rites or fate discussion. Reads as damaged paraphrase of local notices with no clear outcome.
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