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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1934

Page

2

California Chief Reports Speed Links to Fatal Car Crashes

Chief Cato cites five year patrol data showing 11 785 deaths and 213 959 injuries from 158 004 serious crashes in California. He notes deaths almost always involve speeds above 45 mph and few at 20 mph or less, urging stricter speed controls after a San Mateo county test found no deaths when drivers were capped at a limit.

Cato San Mateo County

Famine Fears in Russia Stir International Aid Debate

Dr Ewalk Ammende cautions about a potential Russian famine amid drought and food shortages. He urges international response, noting Soviet appeals for aid and the need for accurate information before offering relief.

Ewalk Ammende Be Ang Vienna Tigis Ald Starv

Building costs fall as lumber saving boosts home plans

The article notes a 15 percent lumber cost saving and 10 to 11 percent reductions in building expenses boosting prospects for new homes. It argues lower costs could revive construction if trades accept reasonable wages, with seamen returning to the waterfront signaling broader activity.

Manu Lumber Inc Balantry Othe

Uncommon Sense and the Scientist’s Pursuit of Life

A reflective piece on scientific progress and human effort. The author extols patient experimentation, isolation of natural phenomena, and steady work to ease life and solve world problems. It argues that dedication by men and women advances health, labor, and happiness, inviting readers to contribute.

Domenans Sofonshiv Consant By the Bell Synte, Inc

The Glee Club By George Elliston

A fragment from a poem praising endurance and courage as voices lift in song. The speaker celebrates steadfast hearts and the discipline of perseverance through life’s daily trials. Include references to a writer’s voice noting a family tree and a line about trees bearing nuts.

Clerk Demands Salary Advance in Fateful Exchange

A clipped dialogue shows a clerk seeking twenty dollars from a boss while testing boundaries of payment and loyalty. The scene escalates as Dant reminds the life of risk and Juego demands penalties, revealing tension over wages and incentives.

Typo filled dialogue sentry exchange scene

A fragmented dialogue exchange features guards and neighbors debating a typewriter swap for a stenographer. Mrs Benham claims to have brought down the house while Benham jokes about others’ reactions and a cyclone like speech pattern.

Prominent Letters Revealed In Belles Lettres Excerpts

Excerpts from authentic letters received by notable individuals and firms in the United States are compiled in this Beil Syndicate release. The collection highlights correspondence with prominent persons and business leaders, offering a glimpse into early 20th century social and commercial networks.

United States

Town Meeting Hindered by Accident at Savannah Firm

Letter from Charles W. of Carson Naval Stores Savannah explains a recent accident at home involving his wife and sister and a misfired shot at the chicken yard injuring his wife in the hip while expressing well wishes and ongoing recovery.

Political Propaganda Tactics Across Campaigns

A critical look at how Roosevelt era operatives including Louis Howe and Jim Farley shape public opinion. The piece argues propaganda, not pure loyalty, drives political outcomes with a focus on national campaigns and next winter’s legislative alignment.

Washington Louis Leila Dosen Noserving Rossenor House Roosevelt Senate Farley Vermont Raymond Tugwell Louis Howe Steve Early Marvin McIntyre Howe Chicago Jim Farley Charles Michelson Col. Howe

Revival at West Monroe Church Extended Another Week

The Assembly of God revival at West Monroe's church will continue for an additional week. Evangelist Rev. W. B. McCafferty from Fort Worth spoke on The Burning Bush. Rev. E. L. Tanner announced the extension on Monday.

Mbly of God Church West Monroe E. L. the Tanner W. B. McCafferty Fort Worth Moses Israel

Exams for U S jobs announced by civil service board

The local United States civil service board, through secretary Eugene Shawn, announced exams for various federal positions. Openings include Special Investigator at 2900 dollars annual, Chief Engineering Draftsman at 2600, Associate Meteorologist at 2200 to 5800, and Community Worker roles with dates set to August 10 through August 21.

United States Civil Service Board Eugene Shawn Aetitre Bureau of Internal Revenue Treasury Department Weather Bureau Department of Wericults Suppry Munity Indian Field Service Department of the Interior

Johnson Named Mayor of Logansport by Louisiana Governor

Gov. O K Allen issued a commission making EF K Johnson the new mayor of Logansport to replace the resigned C Beazley. The action was announced in Baton Rouge and dated August 6.

Baton Rouge EF. K. Johnson O. K. Allen Logansport C. Beazley

Teats Attend Funeral Of Percy Lea In Nashville

Luke Lea and family grieve as longtime Tennessee figure attends funeral for his 24 year old son Percy Lea killed in an automobile crash near Danville Illinois. Governor Ehringhaus granted furlough to Percy Lea for burial plans at Mont Olivet Cemetery with Episcopal rectors officiating.

United States Nashville North Carolina Percy Danville Ehringhaus Gouda Percy Lea Percy Warner E. P. Dandridge Prentice A Mont Olivet Luke Lea Tennessee Sher- Wi L. A. Bauman Davidson County Benton McMillin Tennessee Highway Patrol Fred Seely Asheville N.C Lea Oscar Pitts Raleigh Crossville Tenn Louise Lea Luke Lea, Jr Bauman Erbinghaus Risen

Graham Surghnor Lodge Initiated at New Masonic Temple

On August 6 1915 Graham Surghnor Lodge U D A and AM was duly and regally instituted at the new Masonic temple with District Deputy Grand Master Fred M Odom of Bastrap conducting. A large gathering of Masons wives and daughters attended the ritual and ceremony. Mr and Mrs E L Wright arrived to join Louisiana Training Institute staff with Wright teaching school work and Mrs Wright assisting. Mr and Mrs W H Faulk and their baby Wilma plan a month’s vacation at Galbreath Springs Tennessee.

Graham Surghnor Lodge A. M New Masonic Temple Fred M. Odom Bastrap E. L. Wright Louisiana Training Institute Wright Mrsght W. H. Faulk Wilma Galbreath Springs Tenn

Secretary To Be Elected At Grotto Meet Tonight

The Teflis Grotto will hold its regular meeting at the Masonic temple tonight to elect a secretary and plan attendance by local members at the Southwest Grotto association convention in Shreveport. Only five to six percent of Britain’s lumber is grown domestically.

Teflis Grotto Masonic Temple Southwest Grotto Association Shreveport Great Britain Nation

Visit to Fulton Market Reveals City Waterfront Life

A vivid slice of New York at Fulton Fish Market shows dawn arrivals from Gloucester and Nantucket, busy sellers, rubber boots, and bustling traders. Alfred E. Smith is noted as a former clerk who helped make the market famous.

New York Fulton Fish Market South Street East River Gloucester Nantucket Nova Se Whelesale Fulton Mi Alfred E. Smith Jean Feeney

Hollywood Close-Ups Readers Lose Night Out Tricks

Hollywood gossip notes describe a studio writer forging meeting cards to obtain nights out, an information desk mishap when Adolph Zukor sought a contact, and Kent Taylor remaining a perennial favorite with youth crowds as he plays baseball Sundays with neighborhood kids.

Adolph Zukor Paramount Mandoad Zular Youur Kent Taylor

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