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Newspaper
Monroe Morning World
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1947
Page
2
The New York City Veterans Service notes a sellers market in education with rising tuition and limited capacity at major colleges. Many veterans cannot secure admission or receive enough aid though the GI bill provides $500 a year for tuition and $65 to $90 monthly for living expenses.
In a New York debate the Wall Street Journal notes many bear markets since 1900 yet only 1919 began as a mild downturn before a long boom. High income, production, and global demand keep industry strong, arguing against doom prophets.
The piece criticizes high public relief costs in New York City with families receiving up to 7686 yearly for subsistence and officials on paid leaves. It notes state funding at 80 percent and calls Mayor O Dwyer defensive while denying Communist control. The column also mentions boxing politics and forecasts 1948 as a year of decision.
Jimmie Fidler reports insiders discuss Lamarr finances Berle health issues and marriages incl Tuttle Reed Bergman Lindstrom. WB plans cop movie with George OBrien. Condos divorce in Vegas. Langan tetanus shot. Singleton radio license. Unions seek to curb Mexico filming. Vallee to shift to production. Lassie airs. Massey and Kurtz swap IT do's. Reviews cover Perils of Pauline and others with odds and ends on industry figures.
The IEFC warns the global food situation worsened since 1945 with shortages and rationing likely to continue. Argentina defies allocation by selling to high bidders while the US traces aid and exports totaling over 1.3 billion dollars. The council seeks extension of IEFC authority to mid 1948 as FAO and ITO debates shape future distribution policy.
The piece reflects on the loss of Israel’s independence, the exile of the Ten Tribes and Judah, and a hopeful return to Jerusalem. It argues prophets mattered more than kings, warns against entangling alliances, and urges high integrity as nations face a shared, fragile world order. It links ancient events to United States and Canada responsibilities in a new global context.
The item notes world rights for the 1917 work by Cope for King Features Syndicate Inc.
A Sunday broadcast grid lists KNOE programs from 6:55 AM to midnight including local news weather church services and scores. NBC segments feature dramas music and the NBC Symphony with various hour blocks and special features.
Bulletin outlines standard time zones for broadcasting with EST as default and notes that local stations may adjust relay times to fit schedules. It warns last minute changes cannot be included and advises subtracting hours for CST and MST.
A detailed daily radio timetable lists KWKH Shreveport programs from 6:00 to 1:05, including News, Gospel, Sacred Heart, World News, CBS Symphony, Adventures, crime shows, and musical variety segments hosted by Martha, Coronis Archer, Gene Autry, Blondie, and Tony Pastor, among others.
A fragmented listing shows a day’s radio lineup with local and ABC programs including News Summary, musical shows, church services, dramas, and late night features. Entries mention various hosts and orchestra performances across morning to midnight slots with local stations indicated.
The note recalls Sir Walter Raleigh and the Bible verse Psalms 145 14 and references Hernando de Soto in 1541 seeking the Golden City and discovering the Mississippi River.
The speaker argues that Israel’s safety hinges on preserving integrity, internal honor, and honesty. Avoiding intrigues and entanglements with wise diplomacy is urged as the proper course, a stance the speaker suggests nations should adopt today.
An extensive listing outlines afternoon and evening radio programs across CBS NBC and ABC. Notable items include The CBS Symphony Hour, Parade of Music, One Man's Family, Dragoon Theatre and News & Dance blocks, plus individual performances by artists like Hoagy Carmichael and Kate Smith.
Ouachita Parish Teachers Association calls a meeting at Crosley School Monday at 7 30 p m. All council members and teachers urged to attend to decide on representation for the legislative workshop in Baton Rouge July 20 to August 8.
A parent warns that children choose close friends by shared feelings rather than social status. Mothers and fathers cannot fully know a child’s confidants, who may confide to friends or God. Keep an open mind, avoid harsh judgments, and support wholesome friendships as children grow.
In a 1947 column Billy Rose advises Johnny Bowers to pursue midway entertainment over Broadway. He argues midways offer easier success and real backers, citing World’s Fairs and future TV, while warning of Broadway’s tough competition and costly risks.
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