Notable Ruston figure remembered for arts and states rights
The article recalls Colonel Tom Igoe a Ruston writer and advocate of states rights who befriended celebrities and politicians including Sam Rayburn and Governor Orval Faubus. A patron of the arts he taught in Shreveport and later worked for Louisiana commerce while pursuing a biography of Faubus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tury
Induclna
Albert Hubbard
Will Rogers
Stephen Crain
Sam Rayburn
Lale
Jule Harvey Melis
Farmerville
Unelée Tom
United States
Ruson Leader
Louisiana
Orval Faubus
Arkansas
Arkansay
Igoe
Earl, Long
Commerce and Industries Department
Davis
Oklahoma
Georgia
Mt. Igoe
Ferrante and Teicher
Life and Loss of a Community Figure Remembered
A reminiscence honors Uncle Om for his intense concern and active participation in local and national issues. The note highlights his constant encouragement and rapport, and reflects on the community’s sense of loss at his passing. It frames his life around ideals of the good, the true, and the beautiful.
Space symposium panelists named for Langley event
A list of panelists and moderators is announced for a Langley AFB space communications symposium. The program includes speakers from Western Electric Bell Telephone Laboratories Thiokol Chemical Corp and Space Technology Laboratories. General sessions feature Maj General John S Hardy and Dr Virgil Orr guiding panels on rocketry space physiology and related topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eury
Apollo
Langley Afb
Space Communications
Western Electric-Bell “Telephone Laboratories
Straubel
Ir. Campbell
Purser
R. A. McElvogue
General Manger
Thiokol Chemical Corp
Longhorn
Marshall, Tex
Dr. Lucia
Frank Nage
John 5. Hardy
Kessler Technical Training Center
Air Force School of Wiretronics
Biloxi
Miss
Ausaitorium
Virgh Orr
Suelu, Purser
Bryce Wilfsite
Thioki] Chemical Corp
Oyden
Utah
Roland Abegg
Tech
Campbell
Charles F. Gell
Chance - Wrought Corp. Dallas
Old Riser Home Cub Scout Project Visited
Dr. David M. Wall and his son Wil covered the old Riser home on Riser Road last Sunday afternoon. Wil, a Cub Scout, chose the Riser house for his project, showing interest in the hewn wooden beams and sturdy construction over a century old. Families including the Risers and neighbors gathered for Thanksgiving Day meals and church services nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David M. Wall
Wil
Bael
IRO
Bein
Seoul
Seo
Colin A. Moore
Jack Riser
Henry G. Riser
Mel
W. N. Ladner
Alex Boyd
Bobby Find
Jackin
Wayne Linerant
Richard Springer
John
Arcadia
John W. Nelson
Riser
Ruston
Riser Road
West Monroe
Billy Nelson
Warren Jahneke
Steve
Ken
Cobham
Ala
Jahneke
Alabama
James M. Kay
Amily
Mir
Bill ‘Shotwell
Riser Shotiwell
Yoo
Ames
Red
Gough
Brenda
Buddy
Sandy
Perryville
Clyde E. Causey
Charles
Catsey
Wootnave Waller
OA jandison-Kelly
Chrisman Family Reunion At Hancock Store Event
The Chrisman family gathered for a weekend reunion at the Hancock Store with Charlie Chrisman and relatives from Arkansas Mansfield Shreveport and Texas. Guests shared memories and gifts while extending sympathy for a recent loss and appreciating the warm hospitality.
Selecting Clothes For The Man On The Home Front
A lively home front fashion overview notes men’s wear trends for Christmas shoppers. It highlights suits, shirts, ties, and sport coats, with emphasis on blues, browns, and pattern shirts, plus guidance on proper fit, shoe selection, and shopping tips from clerks and marketers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erate Ai Dai Pressiog
Christies
Elaine
Mrs Trussell in Accident Receives Community Concern
The Antioch community expresses worry over Mrs. Della Trussell after a fall that fractured her hip. She remains a patient at Ruston Hospital and is reported to be doing nicely as friends and relatives visit.
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Della
Trussell
Ruston Hospital
Carl Smith
Gene
Lillie Mac Melchelen
der Smith
Crane
Texas
Gladys Merryepeth
Tonnie Lee
N. C. Brownlee
Shreveport
David Brown
Enna
Ale Vh' Dilng
Ruston
Reo
Loy New
Monroe
Quinlan Jones
J Dring
Duic
YE Odeksa
M Audirsell
Ueey Anét
Kenneth Grice
Shires Report
Gricce Brive
Buddy Waldron
Bossier City
Dick Waldlron
Charlie Dring
Vernon Goscit
Springhi, Li
Dering
Roger Leo
Alvara
Dring
Milton Mothyin Rave le Thouston
Thei Beether
Teaul
Bint
Teal A. Dring
Veteran's Hos
Capitol Bowl Question Sparks Racial Tensions Debate
A Capitol discussion on integration in sports reveals deep division over whether games should proceed amid segregation controversy. Opinions range from calling for taboos on play against colored players to defense of state sovereignty and the authority of federal civil rights aims, with voices citing attendance and national unity.
Airman Nickolson Assigned to Castle ABF
Airman Nickolson is listed as now at Castle ABF Castle AFB. The scrambled text references Lackland and Texas, and mentions military terms, likely indicating reassignment or training status. Details are garbled but point to an air force personnel notice involving Nickolson and Castle AFB.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nickolson
Castle
Poultry Meeting Set for December Fourteen
County Agent Mark Lovasneun invites poultrymen to a December 14 meeting. Topics cover disease control, hatchery issues, chick care, and vaccination strategies aimed at reducing condemnations in processing plants. Attendees should mark calendars and bring questions and notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EO. Lovasneun
Bern
Broilers
Flags For Men Serving Mexican Border Veterans Granted
Veterans of the Mexican border service receive a new flag program. The VA Center director in Shreveport notes benefits of the program and plans for distribution to survivors and relatives with May events outlined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mestean Border
Wallan
Eastern Star Honors Past Matrons and Patrons
Eastern Star chapter honors Past Matrons and Patrons with a formal entrance, anthem, and speeches. Worthy Matron Mrs. Lueville TAightower and Worthy Patron Charlote Hightower preside. several members receive honors while others are thanked for hosting duties.
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Eastern Star
Theie Peut
Avling Worthy Mahan
Helen Patterson
Anting Wars
Nellie Thigley
Bess Harris
Mas
Myo Plapaan
L. G. Huey
Lilliam Cale
Grady Jones
Ars
Ruby Added
Dessie Netbson
Fie Phillips
Ales
Nannie Rasberry
Evergr Iser
Dorit Russet
Pheas
Lise City
Athens
Lueville
Batvor
Charloto Hightower
Mary's
Jane’ Sherrie
Norodtubb
Luncilly Talley
Wanda Gibson
Inex Jayne
Almost Like Humans Dolls Dominate This Christmas Scene
Readable fragments describe increasingly lifelike dolls and soft pliant features, praising flexible joints and lifelike expressions. The piece notes growing consumer interest, toy fairs, and evolving doll categories amid holiday shopping, with glimpses of new lines and retailers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willy
Rebors
Curdebee Conneil
Amore
Ominia
Tre
Gift Bonanza in Gold Rush Jewelry Fashion Show
Thousands of women will thank Santa for fall fashion finds in beautiful gold jewelry. Fine jewelers showcase precious gold designs braids and shapes, with pins, necklaces, earrings, and bracelets in 14 karat and gold-cult options. Hoop earrings, tassels, jeweled collars, and long bead necklaces offer dramatic color and style for diverse outfits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa
Val
New doll fashions reflect broader girl experiences
A Silversmithy of America report notes mothers feel responsible for shaping daughters through gifts and dolls. Modern toys show extended travel and viewing experiences with airplane luggage, skiing and skating outfits, school ballets wardrobes, and furniture scaled for growing dolls. New interlock construction strengthens bed suites and kitchen appliance reproductions, with doll furniture sized up to four or five inches taller.
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New York
of America
Wiles
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