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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1933
Page
2
The fragment lists odds or scores associated with Dally and Sun World 20, showing numbers 2.16 4.00 1.50. No clear event or context is provided to determine a full narrative or outcome.
Bishop James Cannon Jr outlines six reasons for ending prohibition including former Governor Alfred E. Smith. He cites government enforcement failures and the impractical nature of the dry crusade, while noting liquor profits funded racketeering and that newspapers reported honest truths rather than propaganda.
The piece notes Americans once seen as culinary barbarians by the French, cites prior tavern decline before prohibition, and describes a revival era led by the society for the advancement of better living. A committee of gourmets will promote leisurely eating and quieter drinking and award a national cordon bleu to the top chef.
The sleeping sickness outbreak in St. Louis drew Dr. Hugh S. Cumming surgeon general of the U S Public Health Service to the city. Several staff members were assigned to duty and Cumming summoned two colleagues. Nearly 50 lives have been lost as the baffling disease fed for weeks, despite efforts by leading physicians to halt it. The disease has appeared in a limited way with no rapid spread.
John Blake argues that hard work can prolong life and sharpen the mind. He cites editors Chester S. Lord and Boss Bogart, recalling long hours, late-night presses, and the toll of stress, while asserting excessive drinking and worry drive downfall more than labor itself.
A fragmentary verse piece by George Elliston hints at postponing today for tomorrow’s potential. The speaker vows to act now despite tomorrow’s uncertain promise while reflecting on fate and youthful hope.
A humorous exchange unfolds in a rustic market style: a fisherman boasts a boast about a fish while his wife challenges the claim, prompting a playful debate over the fish’s true length and the possibility of eating it anyway.
Florence Binks, an artist, posts a sign over his door reading China Fired Daily. The remark invites speculation about its meaning as a witty or provocative message.
A reader asks if insults from Asker-He warrant a challenge. The piece explores tone, fairness, and whether responding with provocation serves resolution or escalates conflict.
A brief quip from 1923 sets a playful scene where Bill suggests asking a woman about rugs to beat and Jim counters with a plan to heat it if she agrees. The exchange showcases light banter over a domestic mishap.
A collection of light notes defines seasickness danger and rescue work. It mocks terms like Yellow Peril as a lung disease and praises lifeboats for saving lives while noting lifeboats’ capacity. It playfully claims skyscrapers are telescopes and defines a proper noun.
Washington and New Orleans debate Huey Long’s use of armed aides Messina and Stilson as he travels for speaking engagements. The two guards, accused of prior grudges, would need concealed-pistol permits in many states, risking bad publicity and possible legal trouble under the Sullivan law while Long distances himself from protective roles.
Articles of incorporation for Monroe General Hospital Inc were filed. Directors named include Francis C. Bennett Armand G McHenry Phanor L Perot James Q Graves and George W Wright with officers Bennett president McHenry vice president Perot secretary treasurer. Capital stock set at 25600 with potential rise to 50000. sale of many lots to the hospital filed with the clerk.
The Book club met yesterday at 3 30 pm in the city school library with Mrs Minnie Ruffin presiding and J R Wooten as secretary. Dues were collected and a motion to purchase an additional Liberty bond was adopted. Also noted: National Bank opens in Central Savings Bank building with strong staff and expected to rise quickly among local institutions. Mrs R Downes Jr leaves tomorrow for New Orleans.
Thirty boys from Boy Scout troop 65 left Monroe Monday night on a Missouri Pacific outing to Hot Springs for two days. Sponsored by the Missouri Pacific Booster Club, the trip is led by scoutmaster J. B. Landreau with assistants J. R. Langford and D. Scalton. They plan to return Wednesday night.
Harry Price of Monroe P A Price of Forrest Miss and Floyd Gaither of Paducah Ky were injured Saturday night when their car collided with a switch train at the Grayling Lane crossing of the Missouri Pacific railroad at Jackson Street. They were reported in improved condition at St Francis sanitarium last night.
A column by J. P. Alley titled Hambone's Meditations reflects on a boss's plans and actions. The piece uses a folksy voice to tease forthcoming moves and personality dynamics within the workplace or community.
George M Sunday aged 40 son of evangelist Billy Sunday died after a fall from his apartment window last week and subsequent jaw surgery. An inquest will determine if the fall was accidental or a jump. authorities note a reported quarrel with wife and mother prior to the incident.
City court Monday disposed of cases before Judge W M Harper including Millie John fighting $10 Evelyn Smith drunk and disorderly $7 Mrs R L Land fighting $10 R L Land drunk and disorderly $7 50 Willie Thornton drawing and displaying a dangerous weapon $100 Annie Lewis drunk and disorderly cash bond of $7 50 forfeited R G Brown drunk and disorderly cash bond of $5 forfeited Alcorn Crosby drunks and disorderly $1 50 profane Jnnanaae
Radio day’s national network lineup lists NBC WEAF and CBS WABC with coast to coast broadcasts. It details time slots for music, comedy, drama, and talk shows across multiple regions and clocks, noting daylight time shifts and midwest repeats.
A quirky voyage tale describes Purser M Henry aboard the S S Champlain with a stowaway, 31 children, 10 dogs, two canaries and 400 elephants. The elephants remain aboard as part of a unique collection, with buyers and gifts from notables. Dogs and cats incur crossing fees. crocodiles were found in a third class stateroom.
Anna Q Nilsson, once injured in a fall from a horse, returns to cinema with Paul Muni in The World Changes. Fans will likely react after the film’s release, while she hopes for quiet support rather than fanfare.
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