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The Crowley Post Signal LOUISIANA LOTTERY RESULTS PICK 3 MAY 14 2-2-4 POWERBALL MAY 11 17-23-26-27-42 EASY 5 MAY 11 6-7-16-24-25 LOTTO MAY 11 6-12-15-23-41-43 The Crowley Post Signal is not responsible for errors in Lottery reports. AREA MEETINGS THURSDAY Kiwanis Club Noon Rice Palace. TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) La. IOTA 5:15 p.m.weigh-in, 6:15 p.m. meeting Iota Baptist Church Hall.

LA. WEATHER sunny except near isolated thunderstorms over the southeast. Highs 85 to 90. Sunny River Stages Atchafalaya at Butte LaRose: 13.8 feet. Vermilion at Lafayette: 5.5 feet.

Aviation Weather Briefings Pilot aviation weather briefings 24 hours a day from DeRidder FAA AFSS. In DeRidder 462-6101 or 1-800-992-7433. STOCK MARKET NEW YORK (AP) Stocks advanced further into record territory today, bolstered by another mild reading on inflation that sent interest rates lower again in the bond market. The Dow Jones industrial average gained about 41 points as the blue-chip sector continued to show renewed vigor. The broad market also rose, with major indexes adding to Monday's record highs in heavy trading.

Bonds rose this morning after the government reported that consumer prices climbed 0.4 percent in April, but that excluding the volatile energy and food sectors, the core rate of inflation was just 0.1 percent. The markets were also helped by a Commerce Department report that retail sales dropped by 0.3 percent in April. On Monday, the Dow gained nearly 65 points with investors growing increasingly confident that inflation will remain tame. Just last week, the barometer of 30 big U.S. companies slid below 5,400 amid worries about inflation and increasingly competitive bond yields.

But on Friday, a mild reading on wholesale inflation revitalized the markets, with stocks staging a broad rally as longbond yields retreated below 7 percent. Foster, From pg. 1 million for more highway overlay, prior years' surpluses to pay off a $8 million to help pave roads owned bond debt early. The bond debt now by parishes, and $5 million for city is paid for by proceeds of one penny fire and police pay increases. of the state sales tax.

Paying off the The extra spending depends on a debt would free the $150 million lot of "ifs," noted Rep. Warren from the penny tax. Triche, D- Thibodaux. On top of that, the Legislature The source of the extra $200 must agree to renew the 4-cent million in spending? Nearly $108 temporary sales tax on food and utilmillion in extra tax money due in the ities that brings in $430 million a new fiscal year thanks to a growing year. economy, $90 million by reducing the tax support for the state's self Also, the Legislature must agree insurance program and $3 million- on a proposed formula that would plus in miscellaneous cuts.

grant school teachers pay raises. The Any shift in the economy could administration wants teachers in impact the projected revenue poorer parishes to get more money. growth. The plan already is in trouble with The $150 million depends on the legislators from more affluent Legislature approving a plan to use parishes. Bee flies up man's pants leg, causes fou -car wreck HAMMOND, La.

(AP) A driver distracted by a bee i in his pants leg slammed into a car stopped on Airport Road, killing a 5-year-old boy in the back seat of the car he hit. David Whittaker, 19, of Tinton Falls, was driving at the 55 mph speed limit when he hit the rear vehicle of two 1 that were waiting for a third car to turn left into driveway Sunday, state police said Monday. The crash killed Blake Desroche, who was wearing seat belt. The car's driver and the boy's father, a passenger, and five people in the other two cars were unhurt or suffered minor injuries, state police Sgt. Chris Rodet said Monday.

-Whittaker was booked with careless driving and negligent homicide. Wednesday, May 15, 1996 Festival Business Manager Bill Williams. Rice, From pg. publicity for the community, bringing people together and the entertainment. Comments included in the survey were: Have non-profit organizations take over carnival rides and gaming booths.

Keep festival activities and parades in downtown area and move carnival rides just outside the city limits. Do not allow campers or trucks to park until 5 p.m. Thursday. Have local businesses report additional sales associated with festival to evaluate impact of festival. Make the festival a city function having more involvement from the City Council and Chamber of Commerce.

After the survey information was shared with those in attendance, comments were made by Alderman Elliot Dore, Mike Miller, Debbie Dore, Wade P. Richard, Mike McBride, the Rev. Allen Knuckles and Alice Quebodeaux. "I hope we can remember the purpose of the Rice Festival," said Debbie Dore, a past president of the International Rice Festival. "It's to honor the industry that makes Crowley survive.

Let's work together to do whatever improvements we can accomplish." "The festival is good," said Mike McBride, another past president of the International Rice Festival. "It Obituaries Cornelius (Corn) Meche Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. today in Duhon Funeral Home Chapel for Cornelius (Corn) Meche, 59, who died May 13 at American Legion Hospital. Burial was in Estherwood Cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Betty Meche of Estherwood; two sons, Donald Meche of Ellisville, Mississippi and Greg Bertrand of Crowley; two daughters, Sharlet Reeves of LeBlanc and Laura Fontenot of Kinder; three brothers, Delias Meche of Estherwood, Sam Meche of Hayes and Joseph Meche of Crowley; two sisters, Jane Mathews of Estherwood and Delia (Bye) LeJeune of Estherwood and nine grandchildren.

Mr. Meche was employed by Broussard Rice Mill for 32 years. Brock O. Adams RAYNE Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, May 16 at Duhon Funeral Home Chapel for Brock Oniel Adams, 70, who died at 12:15 p.m.

Tuesday, May 14 at Crowley American Legion Hospital. Br. J.C. Vanover will officiate for the services. Burial will be held in Ross Cemetery in Brook Haven, Mississippi.

Visitation will be observed today from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. and on Thursday from 8 a.m. until the time of services. He is survived by his wife, Rose Adams of Rayne; one daughter, Betty Ann Gautreaux of Rayne; three brothers, Bill Adams of Brook Haven, Mississippi, Bob Adams of Poete, Texas, and Sam K.

Adams Jr. of Ruston; one sister, Phronel Robinson of Winsboro; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He served in the Merchant Marines during WWII. Martha Perrodin Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. today at Duhon Funeral Home Chapel for Martha Perrodin, 39, who died at 11:50 a.m.

Monday, May 14 at her residence in Morse. Br. Vanover will officiate for the services. Burial will be held in St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Lyons Point.

Visitation will be observed today until the time of services. Survivors include her mother, Verdie Credeur of Church Point; her husband, Ronald Wayne Perrodin Sr. of Crowley; one son, Ronald Wayne Perrodin Jr. of Crowley; one daughter, Angel Georgette Perrodin of Crowley; three brothers, Kermit Miller of Church Point, Travis Miller of Duson and Johnnie Miller of Georgia; three sisters, Dorothy Lavergne of Rayne, Linda Miller of Duson and Angela Dean of Beaumont, Texas. Pallbearers will include Stephen "Bozo" Miller, Timmy Guidry, Johnny Perrodin, Mike Gilchrist, Cecil Robinson and Robbie Robinson.

Honorary pallbearers will be Chad Monceaux and David Sonnier. Donations may be made to Hospice of Acadiana, P.O. Box 3467, Lafayette, La. 70502. does help Crowley.

It does help the rice industry. It is a good festival." "The Rice Festival is a tremendous opportunity for this city," said the Rev. Allen Knuckles, minister of the First Baptist Church. "I do not agree with everything that goes on." Knuckles suggested "everyone pull together." He said the festival needs an organizational structure. He said there are some problems with communication.

Knuckles also suggested the need for a mission statement of the Rice Festival. "I want to encourage the city to get together to develop better lines Morse, From pg. 1 In their regular town meeting aldermen went with plans to secure the engineering firm of Mader, Miers and make formal application for the grant after a needs assessment is conducted with the public hearing. Aldermen also went on record in purchasing a used dump truck for $600. In making the purchase aldermen were also notified the truck needs some repairs.

In an effort to secure other trucks for Morse, Mayor Leon Clement was instructed to write state surplus in Baton Rouge to get a listing of their vehicles. A road being blocked during funerals will be discussed when a meeting of the church council and aldermen is called. Police, From pg. 1 liability. His bond was set at $287.50.

During the past several days, nine traffic tickets have been issued. Seeks, From pg. 1 member of the Parish Council for St. Joseph Parish. I am aware of the tremendous responsibility a judge may have in affecting and influencing the future of young persons who come before the court.

I believe I have the experience, maturity and the temperament to discharge that responsibility in a positive manner. It is more important now than ever that we remove politics from the judiciary and select judges based on merit. There is an increasingly popular cynicism that because judges are elected, they must be subject to influence peddling by the trial lawyers, the insurance companies, the reform factions, somebody. We cannot accept any doubt about the independence of our judiciary. It does not have to be so.

Those who know me know that I have represented plaintiffs and defendants, the rich and poor, the powerful and the powerless. As an advocate, I have kept the faith that all persons have equal access to the court, and all persons stand as equals before it. Those who know me know that I will not be influenced by any special interest group, politician or political faction. I regard selection as a judge the highest honor, and the greatest responsibility a lawyer can aspire to. I would always discharge the duties of a judge to the very best of my ability, and in a manner which would reflect credit on the people of this District.

Thank you for your consideration. of communication," Knuckles said. "Let's clean up a few enforce the laws. Let's move to a common goal. I think we can turn this thing around.

The Rice Festival can be a tourist attraction for our city." Alice Quebodeaux spoke on behalf of several downtown merchants. She suggested turning the Rice Festival into a positive promotional tool. Quebodeaux also said any contracts between the city and festival association should be made public. "It is a wonderful festival," said Quebodeaux. "Let's do what we can to make Crowley shine on that day." After listening to these comments, Mayor Robert Istre suggested forming an advisory board to work out the problems associated with the festival.

Istre appointed Crowley CARES President Joyce Trahan, International Rice Festival Executive Board President Skip Smith, Crowley Alderman Ira Thomas, Rev. Allen Knuckles and businessman Tom Barousse. Thomas was named the chairman of the committee. Resource people who will assist the advisory board include Alice Quebodeaux, Mayor Robert Istre, Police Chief Don Alleman and Rice May 29th Cypress Bayou Casino Bus Ride Buffet $5.00 In Coins or $10 Match play Call 1-800-478-3624 Bill Williams addressed the audience after the appointment of the advisory board. He said the festival board has approximately 60 to 70 members and the festival requires approximatley 200 to 300 workers.

carnival is a necessary evil," Williams said, explaining the festival association derives approximately $45,000 a year from the Matt Armstrong Show. He also said the association receives donations and sponsorships. "I think to put the festival on is about $80,000 I am hired by the festival. My salary is a whopping $6,000 a year." Williams said there are approximately 100,000 people who attend the festival which is held in a seven block area of downtown Crowley, Considering the behavior of today's players, they ought to rename the game basketbrawl. FIRST DRIVE 6 Hour Pre License Class Crowley Inn Every Saturday.

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