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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1958
Page
7
The Lincoln Parish Board of Supervisors of Elections met October 3 1968 at the courthouse to appoint officers for the General election on November 4 1968. Ward by ward lists assign deputies clerks and commissioners for precincts across Parish 1 and 2 with alternates named and duties specified.
The Mid-South Section of the Forest Products Research Society announces its 20th annual meeting at Louisiana State University Baton Rouge October 12 13 14 1984. Officers Virgil Cothren chairman Tom Orth vice chairman William C Hopkins secretary. Sessions include morning and afternoon programs October 13 wood utilization tours October 14 and a business meeting. Key speakers DeVere Diercks Jr Latane Temple Vertrees Young Dr W G Hopkins Tal Moore and Richard Wilson. Focus on wood use in schools wool paneling preservatives particle board and hardwood for pulp. Open to architects contractors and others in wood use. welcome to nonmembers.
A crowded social column lists visits and hosts across West Monroe, Spearsville, Dubach, and surrounding areas. Names include Bernice News, W L Anders, G M Colvin, Rayburn Brazzil, LSU students, and multiple families hosting relatives and friends over the weekend. A surprise 18th birthday honors Max Earl Goodrum at the early house.
The Hays Station Home Demonstration Club met at Miss Mary Ann Neas home with president Mrs A Waldron in charge. Members approved keeping officers for another year and discussed club matters and a remonstration on control of house posts. Refreshments were served to fifteen members and five visitors. next gathering set for Mrs Will Watts home.
The Simsboro High School Women’s Economics Club met on October 7 for its monthly session. President Eleanor Rodrigues led, dues were confirmed, and new mothers for the committee year were announced. A new song leader, Dora Durrett, was elected. Committees were formed to plan a February talent show with chairs including Louise Sims and Jean Logue. Other members and duties were listed as plans for Thanksgiving events were discussed. The session adjourned after refreshments and seniors served the guests.
Noy announces Thursday classes for beginners at the Country Club starting in October. Four consecutive Thursdays at the same time, with Ladies Day noted. For details, call Mrs. James Dinds. Note: the statement about plastics is an unrelated historical figure referencing one billion dollars in 1867.
The Sinsboro School Student Council met October 10 at 2 05 PM for the first meeting of the year. Officers were assigned by adviser Mrs Russell. A campalion to keep facilities clean and orderly was discussed. Committees were named for posters and coke lines. Locker inspections will occur biweekly with punishments consisting of odd jobs. The council plans a monthly bulletin board and will assist on Parents Night during Education Week.
Parents and teachers at Simsboro High School elected officers on September 20 and planned for the year. New president Mrs Sam Smart and vice president Mrs Wallace Harrison led a discussion of programs and monthly meetings. A motion set dues at 25 cents to AN cents, with a next meeting scheduled for October 9 at 7 30 pm to outline a definite year project.
News from Simseoro School notes a calm week after a busy start. Teachers from the first six grades attended a clinic at Doe Taida Tan, led by Mrs. Durrett and featuring student Phewehewarlet. Wanda Skinner chaired the planning for a car wash to raise funds for the Shevit Council, but no firm plan emerged.
Six weeks of tests noted with Riffle stuling. New report cards include candy grades. Student Council sponsors car wash Wednesday to Friday from 3 to 6 40 pm for a worthy cause. Halloween stories and pumpkin crafts ahead. Birthday party for Lou Ap Alexander. Mike Carroll honored. Elections held for class officers: Curtin, Taocbrignes, and Dyliang. Evening events and football feints scheduled with Black Falls.
Officials announce aid programs for wildlife harvest operations amid agricultural concerns. Details specify eligibility and application through regional conservation agencies, outlining support for producers managing crops and habitats while emphasizing sustainable practices and compliance requirements.
Landowners who clear parts of their land and convert to wildlife friendly crops may gain assistance for establishing wildlife habitat. Programs focus on providing water, cover, and food to support waterfowl, deer, quail, and fish. The effort aims to sustain wildlife populations and offer practical benefits to landowners through coordinated conservation planning.
Homecoming will be held at Oak Grove Presbyterian church near Areania on Sunday November 2 with Rev Louis Layfield conducting services. Everyone is invited and asked to bring lunches.
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