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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1925

Page

4

Outstanding truck farming grows in north Louisiana section

E. R. Strahan the Ouachita parish agricultural agent cites successful truck farming in this area. Strawberries yield commercially, Irish potatoes harvested quickly, radishes grown widely in Richland and Caldwell. He urges increased support from chambers of commerce and civic clubs to back agricultural improvement as a community effort.

E. R. Strahan Ouachita Parish Richland Caldwell Chamber of Commerce Civic Clubs Louisiana

Prohibition Debate Reflections on Law and Morality

The Detroit Free Press pieces argue the Eighteenth Amendment is a error and Prohibition cannot be repealed by law alone. They stress morality, public teaching, and individual desire as the real levers shaping drinking behavior.

Methodist Episcopal Conference

Standby Ready Homes in Factory Made Frames

In a discussion of new housing, seven factory built models claim to be erected in minutes and moved in twenty five. Families can request homes by letter and receive them tomorrow with rooms already arranged. The design lets owners relocate easily, moving with a hammer and suitcases. each unit arrives packed and ready, with parlor and kitchen in separate modules and cabins for cellar and attic. A New York buyer added a custom porch and learned plans could be misinterpreted when assembling, while others note innovative roofs and practical features for quick relocation.

Debtor Prison Law Shocks Michigan Readers

An old Michigan statute allows jail for debts under 500 dollars for up to six months and nine months for higher sums. Marek, unable to pay a 30 dollar judgment, faced imprisonment until intervention freed him, prompting critique that democracy rejects debtor imprisonment and calls for repeal.

Michigan Marek Detroit Prison Board England Commonwealth

Journalistic craft shines in LSU student edition

Baton Rouge State Times edited by LSU journalism students Tuesday showcases practical training. The program aims to prepare adaptable reporters with a solid liberal arts base, stressing the ability to learn quickly and improve, more than finishing polish.

Baton Rouge State-Times Louisiana State University Department of Journalism School of Journalism The Liberal Arts Louisiana Department

Money for Clothes and the Gender Gap in Fashion Spending

The article argues men spend comparably to women on clothing, citing 1921 factory outputs of 1.023 billion dollars for women’s clothing and 935.9 million for men’s, plus 232 million for shirts and collars. It notes 226,000 dressmakers and seamstresses versus 192,000 tailors serving men.

Womers

Monroe visited by G Grosvenor Dawe booster talk

Mr G Grosvenor Dawe, head of the Southern Commercial Congress in Washington, arrives in Monroe on the V S and P line to address the Progressive League at Sugar's Theatre. The 3:30 PM talk will urge regional development with a packed room expected. Also noted is a serenade outing for Miss Mary Blake and party members in Monroe.

News-Star G. Grosvenor Dawe Southern Commercial Congress Washington South Monroe Dawe Progressive League Board of Directors Louisiana Progressive League Sugar Dawes Mary Blake Mt. Vernon N. Y Boyce Sadler Bogey Sader Verna Watt Messie R. M. Chastain H. D. Briggs Morris Haas J. B. Hayes, Jr T. G. Easterling W. R. Gordon

Women and men in spending compared with cosmetics claim

The passage argues men using tobacco are larger consumers than women even counting cosmetics. It notes candy and other luxuries were not mentioned, leaving doubt, and says Mrs. Catt’s generalizations, based on a narrow view, were hasty.

Crossword Puzzle Word Fill Clue List

Puzzle presents horizontal clues for a crossword with many terms across and down. It lists numerous definitions including city, river, plant, animals, and linguistic notes to guide solving.

Camphor Eye Wash Delivers Quick Relief

Simple camphor and witch hazel mix in Lavoptik eye wash shows rapid results for weak strained or sore eyes. One small bottle helps, and an aluminum eye cup is free with purchase at Collens Pharmacy.

Collens Pharmacy

Itching Ailment Promoted With Broad Guarantee

Fragmentary ad claims relief for skin diseases including itch and eczema with a broad guarantee. Mentions clothing and a sales claim in a unclear location.

Independent dealers undercut large firms on gas price analysis

Some observers argue that independent dealers sell tank wagon gasoline cheaper than big companies, suggesting price competition may persist. The discussion centers on Kellogg Oil Company, successor to Berry Service, and its role in distributing gasoline.

Kellogg Oilcom- Ioe Berry Service

Red Mill Haarlem Oil Capsules Promise Quick Relief

Thousands of bladder sufferers report rapid relief from backache tiredness biliousness rheumatic pains and frequent urination after taking Red Mill Haarlem Oil capsules. The capsules target the bladder and kidneys and claim to flush out poisons restoring natural function within 24 hours. Genuine Red Mill Haarlem Oil imported from Holland is guaranteed with money back. Drugstores listed include Phoenix Drug Store Chase Am Drug Co New South Drug Ltd Collens Pharmacy Faulk's Store.

Haarlem Holland Cost, Inc Phoenix Drug Store Chase-Am Drug Co New South Drug & Ltd Collens Pharmacy Faulk

Bond's Kidney and Bladder Remedy Endorsed by Sufferer

An Hot Springs Arkansas man, T. J. Goodwin, reports long standing bladder pain and relief after two small bottles of Bond's Kidney and Bladder Remedy. Advised to treat kidneys early to avoid serious complications. available from Bond's Pharmac, Little Rock Arkansas, price $1.20.

Bond T. J. Goodwin Hot Springs Ark Little Rock Ark

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