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Newspaper
Monroe Morning World
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1937
Page
2
The piece argues that a woman's right to drink hinges on harm balance, claiming women suffer more from intoxication due to finer sensibilities. It contrasts male and female moral injuries, asserts national fate ties to women's virtue, and asks whether choosing between a drunken mother or father weighs in on a woman's drinking rights.
The book on Hitler shows his theory of German destiny moving east to Russia for resources and population growth. Moscow accuses Germany of treasonable influence over eight executed generals, while Stalin remains firmly in control. The piece notes limited modern military tech and a rough path ahead.
The text contrasts a prisoner choosing between a harsh method of execution and the mercy of the parole board, reflecting on the uncertain outlook for long-term inmates and the notion of opportunity in old neighborhoods.
A poetic fragment reflects on a final summer shared by two people. The speaker imagines moments slipping away, kindness from the other, and a shift to peace as they foresee trouble. The piece conveys intimate emotion and a longing for understanding before parting.
A 1937 Advertising Federation essay argues that American industry under private competition drives progress and higher living standards. It emphasizes personal initiative, the benefits of unhampered competition, and the role of advertising in informing the public, warning against proposals that restrain business.
The review discusses Sister of the Road, the Box-Car Bertha autobiography ghosted by Dr. Ben L. Reitman. It notes women hobos ride boxcars and trains, their varied roles, and hitchhiking becoming common. It praises the candid, frank account as a valuable look into a fringe population, though not for the squeamish.
A collection of remarks from explorers Kathleen Norris and Burleigh Grimes and Col. Charles A. Lindbergh addressing Africa safety romance and government. The quotes touch on dangers in Africa the Windsor marriage and returning to baseball.
A satirical note questions a probe into forestry service political log rolling and mentions a new extinct volcano in South America tied to no one. It ponders hunger strike front pages and jokes about Joe Louis, managers, stand ins and Hollywood pay.
A devotional line cites Numbers 36 13 about marriages within Manasseh, noting inheritance staying with the father and affirming that what God has joined should not be separated, attributed to Bernard Shaw.
A columnist ruminates on pencil shortages among writers and the art of dining without prompts, praises Katharine Brush and J. L. Hardy, and spotlights editor B. J. Hawley. It includes humorous anecdotes about whisky, stage plays, Belasco influence, and a critique of Dizzy Dean. The piece also cites health statistics on overweight mortality and a Niagara Falls daredevil.
The article notes overweight causes shortness of breath and fatigue, strains feet, and pains joints. It warns that heart disease kidney liver or other vital organ problems worsen with excess weight and obesity links to diabetes and high blood pressure. It cites studies linking long term overweight to circulatory and breathing disturbances and gallstones, with a proverb about the gallstone prone patient.
Postmaster General Farley announces a 1 cent commemorative stamp to mark the 150th anniversary of the Ordinance of 1785 and Northwest Territory setup, with first day issues and selling cities to be announced. Other planned issues include the Virginia Care stamp and a souvenir sheet debuting Aug. 26 in Asheville. Guatemala issues a pictorial stamp series honoring President Ubico with multiple values. Canada begins airmail service July 13 between Prince Albert and Stony Rapids with intermediate stops.
Bell Sherman reports May contributions to the Mary Goss Home for Colored People. Donors include Joe Biedenharn Sig Masur Mrs C D Oakley Mrs Clarence Faulk Mrs Josephine McClendon Herman Masur W R Hammock Mrs R M Gladden Mrs Allen Sholars Mrs Thomas Sholars Dr F C Bennett Mrs Ernest Gibson Saw Mor Grocery Ritchie Grocery and others. An unrelated note mentions Adolf Hitler's father opposing his art due to concerns about political career.
Washington lawmakers clash over the Black Connery wage and hour bill. The proposed plan would let a labor standards board set a minimum wage up to $1,200 yearly in weak bargaining sectors. Some leaders fear lower wages would weaken union growth while others warn of family hunger for those earning under $25 weekly. The Connery and Black bills differ on scope, affecting import rules and Hull trade treaties. Five member boards replace three, per a Draper report favoring coordinated action.
Concordia Parish has relied on the Red Cross for aid in floods and emergencies says Eloise Falkenheiner parish executive secretary. She urges parish residents to join as a roll call nears to reestablish parish headquarters after recent training in Pass Christian Mississippi.
A legend traces the fan to the Feast of Lanterns in 1150 B C. when heat pressed a mandarin’s daughter to shed her veil and stir the crowd with a cooling breeze.
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