Newspaper Clippings

A collection of newspaper clippings covering a wide range of topics. Most newspaper excerpts are related to Ralph LeCocq, the collector of these clippings.

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"A Bookman's Notebook - Stanford Stories", n.d.

Joseph Henry Jackson

Newspaper review on various short stories. Rhoda LeCocq's "Behold a Pale Horse" is briefly mentioned as one of the best stories.
"Ambassadors Say Cackleberries Act as TB Cure In Germany", n.d.

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Newspaper article describing Mr. and Mrs. Frank LeCocq's travels to Europe after World War 2. The article describes what they saw in Denmark and Germany in detail.
"Canon Lecoq, Noted Canadian Cleric, Dies", April 6

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Short newspaper excerpt about the passing of a French Lecoq reverend who came to Canada in 1876.
"Gift of the Orient" on Studio Air-Flo, n.d.

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Short program about what will be on the air: Rhoda LeCocq's "Gift of the Orient", a Christmas story she wrote about the three Wise Men on their way to Bethlehem.
"LeCocq Establishes Education Fund", n.d.

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Newspaper about Ralph establishing a trust to be used for scholarships for worthy graduates of Lynden Public and Lynden Christian High Schools.
"LeCocq Protests Costly Appraisals", n.d.

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Newspaper article about Ralph starting a case against a new ruling requiring officials to act as appraisers for even small local estates. This new ruling increased the expenses against an estate, which LeCocq considers unnecessary.
"LeCocq to Act as Attorney for Recreation Group", n.d.

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Newspaper article describing how Ralph LeCocq accepted the invitation to serve as the Lynden Community Recreation Council attorney and his plans for helping to improve the community.
"Lynden Ambassadors to Europe Sip Coffee with Netherlands Queen", n.d.

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Article about Ralph and his wife's travels to the Netherlands and meeting with Queen Juliana of the Netherlands.
Photo "Oil!", n.d.

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Photo of R.B. LeCocq dipping his finger in the first can of oil from Can-American Petroleum Company and Frank LeCocq watching.
Retirement card for Ralph LeCocq, n.d.

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A retirement card congratulating Ralph LeCocq, including a newspaper article about his retirement after 52 years of service and highlights of his career as Lynden's lawyer.
"Talented Young Ladies Join the Mill Valley Masquers", n.d.

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Newspaper article detailing the additions of two new ladies in the Masquers group: Beverly Bradley and Rhoda LeCocq. The article briefly outlines both women's past accomplishments and roles in the current play.
"Meditation - Road to a Calm Mind", by G. Medovoy, September 24, 1970

George Medovoy

Article about Dr. Rhoda LeCocq, daughter of Ralph LeCocq, who would teach a class on mysticism, meditation, and world philosophies and religions.
"Hey 'Doc'",

William R. Lewis

Newspaper article explaining R.B. LeCocq, who graduated law school from University of Michigan in 1912, finally received his doctor degree in 1969 due to updated requirements.
"Chamber Members to Honor R. LeCocq at Luncheon", October 20, 1966

The Lynden Tribune

Short article and photo describing the retirement of Ralph B. LeCocq from being attorney after 52 years of service in Lynden, WA.
"Our Salute to Harrison" September 1965

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Article about the history of Harrison, South Dakota and their first electricity.
Newspaper Photo - "It was a Sad Day", May 1963

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Photo of Ralph LeCocq with his Rhododendron bush at his home.
"Nooksack River Navigability Status Challenged by Lawyer", 1957

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Newspaper article about a case Ralph LeCocq was representing as lawyer. In this case, the state of Washington was collecting royalties on public land, and a river specifically, but Ralph declared the state had no authority to do so, since the river is not navigable due to low bridges.
"There's a 'System' at Buitenzorg" by G.N. Angell, March 2, 1944

George N. Angell

Magazine article about Ralph LeCocq's farm near Lynden, called Buitenzorg. The article describes the technique Ralph uses to farm successfully and create a great breed of Ayrshire cows.
"Dairymen Association Voices Approval for Vaccination of Calves", December 19, 1940

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Newspaper article about the approval and acceptance of a calf vaccination to control the Bang's disease in calves/cows. Ralph LeCocq had been actively advocating for this program since 1933.
"Bellingham Girl, W. S. C. Graduate, Named Outstanding 1937 Student", 1937

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Article about Rhoda P. LeCocq, daughter of Ralph LeCocq, being selected as one of the outstanding students of America, a national award, for all her extracurriculars and honors in college.
"To Belle" by R.B. LeCocq, July 1926

Ralph B. LeCocq

Article written by Ralph LeCocq about his dog, Belle, who got run over. Published in the Field & Stream Magazine, Outdoor Life.