The Gueydan News from Gueydan, Louisiana • 1

OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE TOWN OF GUEYDAN AND THE GUEYDAN DRAINAGE BOARD VOLUME NO. 51 GUEYDAN, VERMILION PARISH, LOUISIANA, SATURDAY APRIL 3, 1948 No. 14 CANDlrfATE FOR D. A. KAPLAN MARINE MEETS PRESIDENT TRUMAN KAPLAN LEGION 10 PAY TRIBUTE 10 WAR HEROES LOUD SPEAKERS INSTALLED AT KAPLAN CHURCH ARMY DAY WILL BE OBSERVED IN PARISH APRIL 6 tt John Ellis Bourque of Kaplan, who has been in the Marine Corps for seven months and stationed at the Guantanamo Naval Operating Base in Cuba since January 10, is shown in the above picture receiving his rifle from President Truman after it was inspected by the president during- his recent visit through the Carribbean area.

The picture appeared in the March 8 issue of Life Magazine and is reprinted by the Meridional with special permission from Life Magazine. Bourque is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ulysse Bourque of Kaplan, and a brother of Ivan Bourque, prominent Kaplan businessman. The celebration of Army Day will be observed on Tuesday, April 6 in Ver milion Parish.

Army Day was first advocated and established in 1928 by the Military Order of World Wars, under the auspices of Colonel Thatcher, T. P. Luquette, to honor the U. S. Army and its Civilian Components, the National Guard and the Organized Reserve Corps.

The first celebration was held on May 1, 1928, but later changed to April 6, to commemorate the anniversary of the United States entry into World Conflict in 1917. On March 17, 1937, the Congress of the United States oU ficially recognized the observance of Army Day. This year's celebration will be the eleventh birthday of the official Army Day; and it is expected that there will be public demonstrations all over the country as expressions of appreciation of the U. S. Army's 173 years service Continued on last page to the people of the United States of America.

Colonel Robert V. Maraist, senior U. S. Army Officer in the South West Louisiana Area, stated that all Army installations have been ordered to co-oerate with local civic organizations to further the observance of Army Day in their respective localities. It is important that civilian participation be encouraged to the fullest extent in order to establish a sense of responsibility in each citizen for their Army, and their support for an adequate program of National Security, said Colonel Maraist.

The Army Day Theme, "A Strong America is a Peaceful adopted in 1947, will be continued this year said Colonel Maraist. The public is deeply concerned over world peace and this theme emphasizes the role of the U. S. Army as a defender of the peace. Mr.

R. E. May, Chairman of the Armv Civilian Advisorv Committee of AMERICANISM MEDALS TO BE GIVEN TO OUTSTANDING KAPLAN STUDENTS CONTENTION DELEGATE Father Snevrer has lieved for his Sunday sermons by the installation last week of a new public address system in the Holy Rosary n.fkAi:. i vnurcn nere in K.apian, which has caused considerable comment rrom the local parishioners as to the ucueut neanng derived from the sy stem. The system consists or live speakers weu distributed throughout the church thus enabling all church-goers to hear the sermons eauallv well whethpr thw be in front or the back of the church without the usual hearing strain common in many churches of this size.

The system was installed bv twn lo cal raido technicians. Roland Faulk and Al Gentry with the mike stand being made by Harry Primeaux and the speaker baffles made by Harrv Meaux. Reburial Rites To Be Held In a Few Days For War Hero The body of 1c Joseph D. Picarcf, son of Mr. and Mrs.

Alexandre Picard of Delcambre, who drowned December 24, 1944, in the Philippines, will arrive in Delcambre in the next few days, it was learned here. The rites will be held from the First National Funeral Home in Abbeville with religious rites in the Catholic church in Delcambre and burial will be in the Delcambre Catholic Cemetery. Surviving 1c Picard besides his parents are two sisters, Norma and Wilda and a half brother, Clopha Boudreaux. Remains of Pf c. Olan Suire To Be Reburied At Rites The remains of Pfc.

Olan J. Suire, 20, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ophelia J. Suiar of Crowley, former residents of AbbFville, who was killed in action in France on January 5, 1944, will arrive in Vermilion parish in the next few days, it was learned in Abbeville.

The members of the family stated that the funeral will be held from the First National Funeral Home in Abbeville with religious rites in the St. Ann Catholic church At Cow Island. Burial will be at Cow Island. Pfc. Suire is survived by his parents who resided in Vermilion until about three years ago when they moved to Crowley.

His mother is the former Ne-dia Bourque. Also surviving are four brothers, Drozin, Marcel, Clemile and Roy of Crowley; two sisters, Mrs. Kirby Broussard of Pecan Island and Mrs. A. Andres of Crowley.

CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS Examinations have been announced for probational appointment to the positions of Foreman nd Journeyman Road Building Equipment Operators, $1.23 to $1.41 per hour, for employment at Barksdale Air Force Base, Shreve-port, according to Mr. H. D. Mc-Grath, Executive Secretary, Board of U. S.

Civil Service Examiners for the Shreveport area. "Mr writtpn test Is reauired. Appli cants will be rated on the basis of ex perience and trade. The ag-e limits oi tn, at vpars of as will be waived for persons entitled to Veterans Preference. Further information ana apputauuu foi-mc mnv be secured from Mr.

J. E1-. liott Cade, local Assistant Civil Ser vice Secretary in the Post unice duiiu-ing in Abbeville. SI .200,000 Abbeville, has invited the civic and service organizations to participate in ceremonies commemorating Army Day. Mr.

May stated that among events planned in Abbeville are special programs by civic organizations, a display of Army equipment by the local Na- '3 tional Guard Unit, addresses by prominent speakers, the wearing of the uniform, a display of flags in the bus- 1 .1.1 a .11 CIV vcmbers of the LeJeune-Boudreaux Pnst 271 of the American Legion held flair regular monthly meeting Wednesday, March 31, in the Kaplan High School' Study Hall with Commander facait presiding. A report was maae Dy me commana-m to the effect that all members bring flrt or more new members or renew-ils or before April 15 will receive Insignia to sew on their caps. "2he paid up membership is now only eight members below the number on last jos record. The post hopes to get tlese eight members and as many more possible before the end or tne mem-tosbip drive that is now in progress. A report was made by Conrad Trajan on the expected arrival of bodies i two Kaplan youths who were killed overseas during the war.

The body of lather Eebert arrived in San Francis-eo March 23 and the body of Emlie fcederick is expected to arrive in New York about the 7th of April, according to the notice received by the Post. Much discussion followed the report to the arrangements for the burial cf the two bodies. Wilber Hebert stated that the VFW had taken care of all tfce arrangements for the Hebert boy's Saeral but the Legion was invited to take part in the services. It was aggested that a joint meeting of the legion with the VFW take place to sake definite plans for joint participa- in the services of the returned nr-dead. The Post also went on record as aiding the VFW in sponsoring a pro clamation to the effect that all business places close during the funeral trices of returned veterans to give ray one an opportunity to pay tribute to these boys who gave their lives for Set country.

Refreshments were enjoyed by all sembers present at the close of the rating. GIRLS WHO ATTENDED MICAS STATE ARE SPEAKERS AT 3IEETIXG The five girls who attended Pelican Girls' State in Baton Rouge during the Enuner of 1947 were the seakers at 8s Kaplan P. T. A. meeting held on Sasday, March 16, at 3 o'clock P.

M. Alva Jane Trahan spoke on "Trip to Baton Rouge and Mary Ann feeCity. Parish and State Govern sat; Gertie Lou VaUot Recreation; Mley Landry Convocations; Beverly Basm-Taking Over the Capital. tonns the business session of the ffieting a motion was carried that the see P. T.

A officers serve for the 1948-8 session. These officer are: Mrs. -de Simon, president; Mrs. Adlar Vin-K Vice-president; Mr. B.

J. Borders, Treasurer, and Mrs. L. J. Meaux, '-Secretary.

Dallas Simon gave a report of district meeting held in Opelousas 11, 1948. The Kaplan P. T. scrapbook ranked superior. Eleven from the Kaplan unit were nt at this meeting.

They were Mrs. Smon, Mrs. Dallas Simon, Mrs. eyMouton, Mrs. Rene Landry, Harold Romaine, Mrs.

R. E. Giro- Mrs. L. j.

Reaux, Jr, Mrs. A. 1 Heroin Mrc a t- 11:25 Gertie Harsrrave's third era dp won the attendance prize. DAX HI TENTH lVDE GIRLS HOLD MEETING By Rita Simon ijt tflnti ii eiaue Biris oi tne uuey- uciu uieir regular 2 on Friday, March 19th. The was called to order by the pre-3 officer, Gwendlyn Jrahan, and an by the secretary showed all Snt "id accounted for except Gaspard and Jean Melan- Program for the meeting ollow- readife and approval of the stato Previous meeting, and isajif lowing: "Your Par- hOuvJ ha Marceaux; "Study- TTi 'angelene Saltzman; tTr2 Wl" "Mak" "Decto on-.

Theresa Simon; 'Get- ei Rena Bourque, "Self ulvr and "A jjj" vocational Choice" Elma Ab- agf1 vas fUowed by each saoX dlscussion on her choice of THEDJ RESENT WEEKLY BROADCAST "SS'ft-11 Kaplan S011001 StiSeiUeekly oadcast over fcs KSIG durin? the week Sav0111011 chrge of bfiL11 conted of the followed by iSPS? readings- He-Unll5lare' Stanley to the Gladiators" oitt.o?16 recited "The Hired LeJeune-Boudreaux Unit No. 271 ol the American Legion Auxiliary of Kaplan will present Americanism medals to the outstanding boy and girl finishing elementary school this year, it was de cided at the regular March meeting of the organization held March 17 in the Home Economics department of the Kaplan High School. The selection oi the two recipients of these honors will be made according to instructions is sued on a national basis, as this is a suggested activtity for every Auxiliary Unit throughout the United States. Presentations of these two Americanism medals will be made by a Kaplan Auxiliary representative at the time of the eighth grade graduation. Replies from U.

S. Senators John H. Overton and Allen J. Ellender and Congressman Jame Domengeaux con cerning support of a program for Universal Military Training were read to the members present. These officials all commented favorably on the action taken by the Auxiliary Unit at the February meeting when a majority voted to send telegrams to them regarding the vital matter of military training and preparedness.

Kaplan Unit voted to prepare a year book with a definite plan of the year's work, dates of meetings, hostesses and other vital information for the mem bers. The Unit feels that by such or ganized planning in advance, much better work can be accomplished. Mrs. A. A.

LeJeune, Unit Chairman for Girls' State, reported that there Is a possibility that the quota for Kaplan High School may be fincreased from three girls to four this year. In the event that the quota is raised, the Auxiliary voted to sponsor the additional delegate. The same delegates who were elected to represent the Auxiliary Unit at Judge Chris Barnette's lecture on "Youth Conservation" were appointed to attend a general raeeting of civic and religious organizations to be held on April 7 at the Kaplan High School, this sec ond meeting on the Youth Program being held to continue plans to benefit youth. Delegates unable to attend on April 7 were instructed to secure their own alternates from the Auxiliary membership. Mrs.

A. A. LeeJune conducted th program after the business session concluded. Hostesses, who served delicious refreshments, were Mrs. B.

J. Bordelon and Mrs. Jules Deshotels, Jr. Members present included: Mrs. Lionel Abshire, Mrs.

J. Bordelon, Mrs. Jules Deshotels, Mrs. W. E.

Douglas, Mrs. Murphy Langlinais, Mrs. A. A. LeJeune, O.

H. Deshotels, Jr, Kaplan attorney, has announced his candidacy for the office of District Attorney, for the Fifteenth Judicial District comprising the parishes of Acadia, Lafayette and Vermilion. Other candidates are Edw. F. Le-Blanc and Richard Putnam, Abbeville attorneys.

AMBROSE TOUPS HOME DAMAGED $1,200 BY FIRE Fire, mans public enemy number 1, has again taken it's toll of property in Vermilion Parish as it swept it's way through the home of: Ambrose Toups, North Boudreaux Kaplan causing an estimated damage of $1,200 or more, Tuesday night. The fire started in the attic of the house due to faulty wires causing a short which in turn started the blaze. Eric Druilet, who lives nearby Toup's home, saw the smoke rising from the roof of the house, and, though no blaze was dis-cernable, ran to the house to determine the cause of. the smoke. Finding no one home at the Toups residence, the family having gone visiting a short time before, Mr.

Druilet immediately called the fire department who, by their quick action, got the fire under control almost immediately. Some time was taken to quench the fire though due to the inaccessability of the blaze on the roof. The orginal shingle roof of the building had been overlaid with a metal roof without removing the shingles, thus causing unforeseen difficulties in putting the fire out. All furniture was saved but considerable water damage was done to the walls of the house in the firemens efforts to save the building. Walls and ceilings were also scorched considerably, and parts of ceiling burned.

Kaplan volunteer firemen are to be congratulated on their quick action and ability to do their jobs quickly and quietly with a minimum of excitability. CLAUDE BELLE, 42, FORMER RESIDENT OF KAPLAN DIES SUNDAY Claude Belle, 42, native of Vermilion parish who has been employed by Swift and Company in Lake Charles for the past several years, died Sunday night at 8:30 o'clock in the Kaplan Clinic. The funeral was held from the Meaux Funeral Home in Kaplan Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock and burial was in the Cossinade cemetery in Vermilion parish. Surviving Mr. Belle who was the son of the late Mr.

and Mrs. Jules Belle, are two sisters, Mrs. Galbert Herpin of Crowley, Mrs. Allison Abshire of Kaplan; seven brothers, Alcee, John, Luke and Caliste of Vermilion, Rheule of and Maurice of Kaplan. 1 The funeral arrangements were in charge of D.

L. Meaux of Kaplan. DIRECTOR NAMED FOR STATE RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION Ab Jackson, of New Orleans has been appointed executive director of the Louisiana Restaurant Association, it was announced today by Clifton L. Ganus, president of the group. Jackson, former publicity director for International House in New Orleans and recent member of the public relations staff of the City of New Orleans, will take over management of the Louisiana Restaurant Association immediately, Mr.

Ganus said. hi Friend of Farmers Despite the general contempt in which it is held, the skunk is an animal whom farmers may regard as their friend. It is quite useful because it eats many mice, grubs, beetles, potato bugs, grashoppers and other pests. When left alone the squnk is non-aggressive. A person can pick up a skunk without danger, if he knows just 'hnT Thf PTPnt hcimed owl does this.

7 SAO 8 Miss Melba Meaux, Grand Regent of Court Pere Meltrait No. 1445 of Kaplan, was named a delegate to the State Convention in Lake Charles starting Friday, April 23. Mrs. Frank Maraist, Mrs. L.

J. Reaux, Mrs. Alton Romero, Mrs. Charles Saporito, Mrs. Fernand Sonnier, Miss Mitzi Sonnier and Mrs.

Yolande Toups. OPERATORS OF BOATS SPEEDING IN STREAMS WILL BE PROSECUTED Colonel John R. Hardin, Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District, issued a warning in connection with operators of boats who are reported speeding in the waterways of this district which he stated resulted in damage to structures along the banks and watercraft moored to the banks of the streams. Mariners were advised by the officer that all future violations of the regulation covering speeding in the streams will be forwarded to the U. S.

Attor ney for necessary action. 0 Tough Soles When the average person walks a mile, the leather soles on his shoes support a cumulative pressure of pounds; yet the fibres of the leather lose none of their flexibility or resilience. ,3 ask or the authorization to assume the unpaid abligations" of the various school districts. List Precincts Runt. J- H.

Williams of the Vermilion schools stated that fifteen precincts will be used in the bond election Tues-day. The precincts selected for the election include the LeBlanc school and the Erath school gym, ward one; Henry school, ward two; Abbeville elementary and high school gyms, ward three; Maurice schools wara iour, Dewey Leger Store at Andrew and Le-leux school, ward five; Broussard school gym, ward six; Pecan Island school, Perry S'chool and Mouton Cove school, ward seven; Gueydan city hall, ward eight; and Kaplan school gym and Meaux school gym, ward nine 1 I mess section 01 Auuewiie, oil iyiu om, a concert by the Vermilion Parish Band on the Court House Grounds between the hours of five and seven and presentation of an Army movie from 7:30 to 8:30 P. M. f) The Mayors of the various towns In Vermilion parish have issued proclamations urging and inviting the public toQ observe Army Day in such a manner as to render suitable honor to the Army of the United States in all its component parts The Organized Reserve, the National Guard, and the Regular Army; and to the millions of Army Veterans who has returned to Civilian life. I The merchants from the various towns in the parish have cooperated very heartily in furthering the theme, "A Strong America is a Peaceful on Army Day by sponsoring a series of Ads.

to be found in this issue of this newspaper. Lafayette Attorney Candidate For Judge The official announcement by Ed- a ward Meaux of Lafayette, present dis-j trict attorney, for judge of the Fif teen-1 th Judicial Court, Section to suc-I ceed Judge Paul DeBallion of Lafayette who has retired because of illness. Is 0 being published in this week's issue of The Abebville Meridional. ENGINEER POSITIONS OPEN AT LANG LEY FIELD, VA. The Board of U.

S. Civil Service Examiners, National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, is accepting1 applications for an Engineers examination for filling positions paying $3,397 to $5,905 a year at Langley Field, Va. The branches of engineering covered by the examination are aeronautical, construction, electrical, mechanical and structural. No written test is reqiuerd; applicants will be rated on the basis of their experience and education. Full information and application forms may be secured from the Assistant Commission's Local Secretary, Mr.

J. Elliott Cade, located in the U. S. Post Office building in Abbeville. i Opportunities for obtaining the world's finest pilot training are now being offered young men between the ages of 20 and 26 Va, who have naa years of college and who can pass re quired physical and mental tests.

Bond Issue Election In Vermilion Parish On April 8 nf Vprmi- vuaiiiicu pi uc' lion parish will be submitted on Tuesday, April 6, the propsal to vote a 000 bond issue for the erecting of new school buildings, improvement of President U. P. LeBlanc and members of the board pointed out that after the allocations there remains an unallocated sum of $80,800 which would be placed in the general fund but which could be used for any ward whenever the occasion arises. The bonds presently outstanding in the various wards which would be paid through the bond issue totals $373,000. Fourteen Proposals The ballot for the bond issue elec tion includes fourteen proposals, all of which must carry to authorize the issuance of the $1,200,000 in bonds.

The bonds are to run fon a twenty-year period and will carry a maximum rate of four percent interest. The first proposals asks for the issuance of the bonds and the thirteen other proposals the present buuumw "7 7 dation of the various school districts to wipe off the indebtedness of the Theproposal submitted by the school board provides for the allocating of $40,000 for each of the nine wards in the parish and the allowance of $100 per child now in registration the schcXof the parish. The board ear-oVvnH $125 000 for ward one, $64,900 wara two, five $87,600 Srd Sht! $204,700 tor ard nuie. High pay, opportunities for specialist training and advanced education are some of the many valuable career benefits to be gained from service in the U. S.

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