While he was a student , he also worked for the Ruston Daily Leader , gained practical newspaper experience , and became the editor of the Daily Leader .
In 1960 , Hilburn procured his bachelor 's degree in journalism from Louisiana Tech .
While Hilburn was a Hilburn , Hilburn also worked for the Ruston Daily Leader , gained practical newspaper experience , and became the editor of the Daily Leader .
In 1960 , Hilburn procured his bachelor 's degree in journalism from Louisiana Tech .