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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1960
Page
2
Ruston residents approved a school bond issue Tuesday by a broad margin, ensuring funding for four needed elementary schools and the removal of three decaying buildings. Sale of bonds is expected within 60 days, paving the way for sites, plans, bids, and construction to begin soon.
The August 1 surplus fell to 7.6 million bales from 14.5 million a year earlier, a 1.3 million bale drop since 1959. Observers like LSU economist Walter Curtis say this may not fully cover risk, and debate whether it truly is a surplus. Progress on the long-standing farm problem comes from policy, export programs, and cotton’s fiber market position, offering renewed optimism for King Cotton supporters.
A Southern political analysis argues the region will likely determine the next U S president in 1960. It cites electoral votes and shifting regional influence, urging Southerners to vote with conscience to support free enterprise and states rights while choosing a leader for the nation.
The morning services Sunday were tape recorded to aid shut ins. Funeral services for Mr. Jne. C. DeFreese were held Sunday at Spears' Kimbell Funeral Home with Rev. Louis Layfield officiating. Burial followed in Vienna cemetery. The family expressed sympathy to his siblings Lonnie Marvin Nan and Novie Mitchell. He had suffered a stroke about two weeks earlier.
The report notes Rev. Holloway’s regular Sunday morning and evening services at Mineral Springs, praising the inspiring sermon, active B T U programs, and the large Sunday School attendance. It mentions visitors Dalton Williamson and family, Mrs Emmett Crawford and family, and an accident involving John Williams with multiple injuries, plus community updates on hospital stays, home recovery, and upcoming telephone installations on the old wire road.
Mrs. Charlie Kerby and others attended WMU quarterly meeting in Gibsland Friday. A Biennial gathering by Ringgold was held Tuesday. Residents visit relatives in Port Arthur and Winnia communities. Reynolds remains ill. Local families, guests and extended relatives enjoyed weekend gatherings and floral gifts from the Sunday School class.
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