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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1940
Page
6
Readable portions name regions and earthward wind notes. The text hints at a North South division with a focus on western and eastern areas and possible rain and heat in places. Named cities or organizations are unclear from the fragment.
Governor Carl E. Bailey ends his highway bond refunding program after losing the Democratic primary to Homer M. Adkins. The plan, a major political issue, was referred to the November general election but Bailey says he will not seek approval.
An advertisement claims Oxidine treats common malaria by targeting blood infection. It promises 7 day use, gentle system cleansing, and a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Sold for 50 cents with druggist refund if not pleased.
The general assembly debate ended with Bailey condemning the plan as his proudest achievement and claiming the primary vote signals disapproval. He argued his campaign appearances focused on the program, while noting Bailey’s stance and the lack of active open support in the general election. The item also notes Newfoundland home to a vast airport project with 116 miles of 18 foot asphalt paving.
Harvey Barham has been appointed manager of the Montgomery Ward store in Monroe succeeding W. A. McMahon. He arrived Wednesday to assume charge and comes from Independence Kansas where he managed the Ward store. Barham, born in Dallas and raised in Fort Worth, has 14 years with the company and has managed stores in Alexandria and Texarkana among others. He is married with one 16 year old son, and his wife and son will join him next week.
Marcel Dent, French rightist leader, accuses the British blockade of hindering wheat imports and other supplies. He warns the blockade could drive a harsher German occupation, calls for use of British Empire wealth for global welfare, and urges rapid England defeat to aid France.
Washington Aug 16. The justice department enlists WPA assistance to register and fingerprint more than 3,500,000 aliens. The program, set by Congress to run Aug 27 through Dec 26, will see WPA efforts in publicizing the registration requirements and helping aliens fill out and file forms.
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