Louisiana Legion fifth annual convention opens in Monroe
The fifth annual Louisiana American Legion convention opened in Monroe with Commander Michael Provosty presiding. Governor John M. Parker and other officials spoke as hundreds attended the session, colors carried in and a formal opening marked. Continued on page six.
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Louisiana Department of the American Legion
Michael Provosty
New Orleans
E. F. Hayward
Monroe
Elmer Gunn
Arnold Bernstein
American Legion
News
John M. Parker
F. P. O'Conner
Cincinnati
Ohio
Alvin A. Owsley
Dallas
Texas
Herman Mays
Baton Rouge
Eugene Arbona, Jr
Bogalusa
American Legion Auxiliary
L. B. Faulk
Provesty
Noted Editor Calls for More Legion Nairies at State Convention
James E. Pimonds editor of the Times-Picayune told delegates at the Legion state convention that there are not enough Legionnaires in the American Legion. He urged many more legionna ires beyond the current roster and warned against mere additions.
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American Legion
James E. Pimonds
Times-Picayune
New Orleans
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Miners Mourn as Kemmerer Mine Disaster Claims Many
In Kemmerer Wyoming and Fron tier a coal camp one mile away rescue workers recover bodies after an explosion in mine number one of the Kemmerer Coal Company. Early today 05 bodies were recovered as grief stricken crowds gather at the mine portal. The blast trapped hundreds of miners leaving 37 of 137 entombed miners confirmed.
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Associated Press
Kemmerer
Wyo
Frontier
Kemmerer Coal Company
Box Car Society a Mecca for Fun and Veterans
The article highlights the Box Car Society as a mecca for fun and veteran recreation with sessions hosted by the famed La Societe. It notes veterans gathering to forget cares and enjoy organized activities and social sessions.
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Famed
la Societe
Forty and Eight and American Legion Convene in Monroe
Time La Societe des Quarante Hommes et Quatre Chevaux begins its convention in Monroe alongside the fifth annual American Legion gathering. Sessions are at Monroe City School Auditorium with a Wednesday afternoon start and a Wednesday night business meeting. The Forties will meet Wednesday and Thursday, with a Thursday banquet at 8. Fernand UH Gouaux of New Orleans presides and will guide Thursday’s proceedings. A large class of candidates will be initiated into the box car society by Voiture No. 108 of New Orleans, chosen for its experience in handling the society’s affairs.
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la Societe Des 40 Hommes Et & Chevaux
Lerion
Monroe City Schol
Fernand Uh, Gouaux
New Orleans
Monroe
la Societe
Box Car” Society
Voiture No. 108
Governor Parker Receives Warm Monroe Welcome
Governor John M. Parker arrived in Monroe at 11 o clock to a friendly reception led by Mayor Arnold Kernstein and Colonel R A Young Jr. He toured the city by car on nearly all paved streets, urged river and rail traffic, and stressed roads and schools as Louisiana’s top priorities.
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Arnold Kernstein
R. A. Young, Jr
John M. Parker
Monroe
Missouri-Pacific
Parker
hLave
Bernstein
Colonel Young
Legion
Gov. Parker
Louisiana
M. P
Jackson Street
Peterman
World’s Greatest Gas Field Bestowed as Legion Souvenir
Registration of 450 delegates from across Louisiana completed by 10 am with 2000 plus legionnaires expected in Monroe. The convention center Elks Club hosts the Legion Auxiliary and K P hall for sessions while housing rooms are donated. Badges feature Phoenix emblem and imagery of gas derricks inscribed Monroe in the heart of the gas fields.
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Legion Home
Americana Legion
Louisiana
Monroe
Legion Auxiliaries
Elks Club
Legion Auxiliary
K. of P. Hall
Auxiliary
Legionnaires
American Legion Department of Louisiana
Forty and Eight Grande Promenade Arranged in Monroe
Members of La Societe des 40 Hommes et Chevaux plan a 7 p m parade through Monroe streets to display initiation torture instruments and other rites. An initiation at City High School follows under Voiture Locale No 168 auspices, with a large barbecue at the Monroe hotel for all voyageurs militaire and P. G. members.
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la Societe Des 40 Hommes Et & Chevaux
Monroe
City High School
New Orleans
P. M. Gayle
la Societe
Monroe Hotel
Voyageurs Militaire
R. A. Young
L. E. Hayden, Jr
Isadore Liebreich
L. Milton King
Parker urges end to demagogues at American Legion talk
Governor John M. Parker addresses the fifth annual Louisiana American Legion convention at City School urging removal of Bolshevism and demagogues. He lauds Legion and ex soldiers for World War service and calls for peace through agriculture and lawful governance. He warns Europe and stresses US duty to reform diplomacy, curb standing armies, and uphold the Constitution.
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John M. Parker
The
American Legion
W Parker
Parker
Louisiana
Howe
Almosst
United States
Europe
America
Doughnuts for WWI Doughboys at Salvation Army Stand
Ensign H H Booth of the Salvation Army in the southwest district reopens a coffee and doughnut stand at the convention hall for Legionnaires. He recalls wartime service and promises to serve coffee and doughnuts to all, saying the doughnut was a life saver and a bright memory for the troops. The booth aims to comfort tired attendees as discussions proceed.
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Ensign H. H. Booth
Salvation Army
George Wood
Ensign Booth
France
McTigue to Meet Tunney for Light Heavy Title Fight
Mike McTigue, current light heavyweight champion, will defend his title against Gene Tunney, American champion, on September 25 at Polo Grounds. Promoter Joe Jacobs announced the bout and said contracts would be signed today.
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Associated Press
New York
Mike McTigue
Siki
Dublin
Gene Tunney
Polol Grounds
Joe Jacobs
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New South
Norris’ Delight
American Legion and Auxiliary Special
Sam L. Norris
Bhail
L. B. Faulk Post No. 13
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Monroe Auto Wrecking CO
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Legion Barbecue
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