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Newspaper
Monroe Morning World
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1933
Page
1
Monroe passengers will soon sleep aboard folded chair berths mid flight between Dallas and Los Angeles. The cots, prepared by the co pilot, accommodate six sleeping passengers on trans continental flights. American Airways officials say berths are popular and more sleeping accommodations are expected to follow.
The itemized public works list cites funds across departments including agriculture, commerce, interior and labor. Notable allocations cover soil and dairy facilities in Texas, lighthouse upgrades in Galveston and New Orleans, radio and light station support, and major reclamation and mining safeguard projects.
Gov T Tugwell outlines a extensive road program in Louisiana with eight miles paved from Lavonia to Krotz Springs and seven miles toward Krotz Springs from Lebeau and Port Barre. Additional eight mile segments link Elton to Basile and Eunice to Basile while twenty miles from Alexandria to Glenmora complete the eastern end to the Old Spanish Trail at Iowa Junction.
Trustees of the Ewing estate announce the sale of the New Orleans States to the Times-Picayune. The note praises John D. Ewing for guiding the papers through economic lows while maintaining independent editorial policies and continuing key staff under new ownership.
A banker named Harriman faces a court action leading to seizure of assets while a deckhand prevents a possible suicide on a ship. Reports place the man in Belleville and Locust Valley cemetery areas as a life of uncertainty unfolds. Other notes cover Louisiana cotton crop reductions and potential profits from government schemes.
The article explains a federal plan to reduce cotton output by urging nearly 1,000,000 farmers to destroy about 10.5 million acres under a contract overseen by the secretary of agriculture. It notes conditions including proof of destruction and corrections of contract irregularities before compensation.
A man, brother of the store manager, was arrested after a store theft on Washington Street. Police recovered barley malt, bread, cheese, ham, steak, marshmallows, cigarettes, sugar, oranges, soap, and more. The suspect has prior convictions including a 1931 break-in and a 1933 streetcar hold-up case.
A Ford car was reported stolen on Monday from in front of a building at 401 Washington Street. The owner described the vehicle as a Ford with a distinctive sing to him. Police are investigating the theft.
George Tullos 33, an escaped inmate from Monticello jail, was shot dead by Deputy Earl Hill near Pugh Station six miles north of Crossett after breaking from Kelly’s home. Coroners jury rules the shooting justifiable. Tullos, a former prizefighter, had been captured days earlier following burglary and larceny charges.
Arkansas and Alabama vote on repealing the eighteenth amendment while Tennessee and Oregon set upcoming ballots. President Roosevelt appeals for ratification as dry and repeal factions clash in a high stakes southern battle.
In a continuation, characters debate how to handle Avis Arlen’s threat to Mary Harrison’s wedding peace. Lillian urges telling Mother Graham, while the narrator resolves to confront the dilemma and arrange aid from Harry to confront Dicky and Junior.
Adele Garrison chronicles a plan to thwart Avis Arlen as Noel's wedding nears. Lillian recruits Mariam, Carolyn, Ronah, Bob, and others to ensure Avis cannot see Noel alone before the ceremony and to rally in the cause. The piece ends with a promise to continue tomorrow.
Authorities pursue a missing Albany man believed snatched from his car and moved by car to a secluded area. Theories include boat on the Hudson or a flight from Albany airport with a likely waterfront transfer toward the Catskills. Investigators plan to search the river for suspicious craft.
An ex convict known as the "dice box kid" was being questioned by justice officials in the Alton banker kidnapping case. Percy M. Fitzgerald, arrested in Madison, Illinois across the river from St. Louis, is linked to the investigation as federal and local officers search for the gang’s hideout.
Reported rumors say Woodin may quit the cabinet, with observers noting no clear replacement from the opposing party. Walker and Kennedy reportedly prefer current posts and Cape Cod summers, while Ickes shifts policy on public lands in Arizona and New Mexico Seabrook.
Helen Morgan introduces husband Maurice Bud Maschke Jr of Cleveland at a Chicago night spot. They wed May 15 in Newcastle Pa and kept it secret seven years. She, 28, sang Along Came Bad atop a piano as Maschke, 25, joined her. his father, a former Republican committeeman, is reportedly now aware.
Analyzing farm operations from 1932 to 1933, the report finds grain prices up over 100 percent and cotton up about 83 percent since March 1 benefiting wheat corn and cotton sectors. Wheat gains exceed 385 million dollars plus further increases from April to July, while corn profits exceed one billion dollars in paper gains. Cotton adds about 225 million dollars with small post-year carryover.
Delegates from grain exporting countries meet in London making progress toward a draft agreement seen as essential for any accord. Nevada senator remains hopeful for action on boosting silver use as discussions calm and a wheat sub committee plans talks with major economies.
Ivan Boncharoff reports from Moscow as Post nears Irkutsk on a record pace in a world flight. Post said he would reach New York in under three days and discussed his automatic pilot, fatigue, and the need to repair a gasoline leak.
Walter F Meier of Seattle Washington was elected grand exalted ruler of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks by unanimous vote at the national convention Tuesday. England once refused an offer of all Spain's possessions in Africa in exchange for the Rock of Gibraltar.
In an atmosphere of urgency the recovery administration pushes for immediate industry wage increases and shorter hours via codes of fair competition. Hugh S Johnson signals broad wage rises and shorter hours ahead of formal codes as Roosevelt weighs federal action.
A Minnesota woman praises Kruschen Salts as a safe easy method to shed fat. She claims a jar reduced her weight and eased prior gas pains while improving energy, digestion, and headaches. The ad promises money back if unsatisfied.
An advertisement touts Kotex Equalizer with a processed center section for more comfort and protection while keeping the same absorbency and disposal. The pad retains Phantom ends and is wearable on either side, promoted as undetectable and available in all drug, dry goods, and department stores.
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