20 Nov 1938
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Newspaper
Monroe Morning World
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1938
Page
1
Washington news notes a December referendum on whether to apply one area quota system to 1038 pintings. Farmers, Congress members from affected areas, and Southern groups hold mixed views on quotas and the domestic allotment plan as Congress convenes in January.
The report notes measures aimed at aiding farmers and mentions concerns from advocates of the program. A northern senator cites agriculture department fears that a referendum could produce results shifting wheat production away from the Mississippi region.
At the 93rd annual Louisiana conference in New Orleans six young men were ordained as elders and deacons. A. Gilmore Jr. Lafayette Jerome Cain Trout A. D. St Amant Greensburg Ted Howes Glenmore Maurice Fulkerson Newellton M Robertson Baton Rouge received the orders. T. L. James Runton was honored with a silver plaque for aiding Centenary college debt relief. Rev. W W Wallace Jr New Orleans was re elected missionary secretary.
An advertisement claims Peterson's Ointment provides quick relief from eczema itchy pimples and red blotches caused by external factors. It promises better skin appearance and comfort and notes soothing effects for tired feet and cracked toes. Money back if not delighted.
Shreveport commissioner of public utilities Robert N. Allen died at his home after injuries from a collision when he swerved to avoid a horse on Pierre Mont road. Coroner says death by self-inflicted gunshot followed brain concussion and nervousness.
The cotton industry faces a grave crisis with record surplus and the lowest world price. A Monday meeting will unite leaders from major cotton states to push for higher American cotton consumption as acreage reductions are deemed unacceptable. State councils from Louisiana Mississippi are represented by producers, crushers, warehousemen, merchants, and gunners in the effort.
Ouachita parish residents were urged to support the Red Cross roll call with a goal of 5044. A transcription program was announced for today at 3:30 p.m. and 6:45 p.m., and Mr. Rosenhein called for citizen cooperation to meet the Thanksgiving deadline.
Forrest O Williams 58 of Kiln died from injuries sustained in a Monday night collision near Poplarville Mississippi. He was riding in a car that struck a truck, the Mississippi accident report said.
Fourteen couples compete for a trip to New Orleans and a three month MGM movie contract. The Monroe event, sponsored by The Monroe Morning World and others, leads toward state zone and New York finals with bronze trophies and sponsorship-covered expenses.
ESIRA SLATED TUESDAY describes Kryl gaining prominence as cornet soloist and assistant conductor with a leading 1930s ensemble. He then formed a 50‑man band for a 22‑week tour, establishing the internationally famed Kryl bands. The piece lists Dorothy Dickerson, Barbara Le Brun, Florian Zabach, and Burtis Preston among soloists for Teussdias concerts, with program highlights from Smetana to Brahms.
A plan outlines a strong U S response to aggressive European and Asiatic powers with aims to end unemployment and labor strife at home, stimulate heavy industry and rearmament, and preserve liberal social gains while maintaining democratic leadership in international trade and disarmament.
Mayor H. H. Benoit issues a proclamation urging Monroe pastors to include prayers for oppressed European peoples, especially Jews in Germany, during services today. Temple B N I Israel holds a 10 a m service for those deprived of property rights and religious freedom in Europe.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions multiple concerts and composers including Wagner and Bach. It references Vienna and Rome venues, with performers such as Dickerson Ross and Fortis Presteni and operatic masters. The text is unclear but points to a classical music series across European cities.
Rescue workers hoisted hope as two Wefoot men remained trapped after a tunnel collapse. Volunteers and officials pressed for hours through dirt and twisted debris to locate Walyam Bockenavage and Michael Chewrks near the entombed section.
A new non medical life insurance plan offers up to 1500 for natural death and 3000 for accidental death for ages 10 to 74. Sold by mail with an initial one dollar payment and no obligation. Send name address and age for free inspection and details from Guaranty Union Life Insurance Co. Dept. 24 E Beverly Hills CA. No agent will call.
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