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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1941
Page
4
Readable fragments indicate a scheduling note for the business and editorial spaces at a mall, with a Sunday open or event all day. The item emphasizes room availability across departments. No further details on participants, times, or actions are provided.
A historical reflection argues that a city or nation faces danger when a small minority of fools or criminals can unite to threaten peace. It emphasizes the need for a large, organized, sane citizenry to counteract and control these disruptive elements.
A loose collection of showbiz anecdotes from New York. Ben Bernie’s record at Loew’s State, backstage chats with manager Al Rosen, a W. C. Fields autograph story, Tex Rickard gambling talk, and notes on Judy Gerland and Slim Summerville.
Jimmie Fidler reports on Nay entries from Hollywood including Ann Morris and Edwin Marin dating in January and Eddie Albert's bid to prove his worth amid studio intrigue. The piece highlights Betty Keane with Ragland, Dan Daily Jr. grooming, and various celebrity rumors. It notes barbed gossip about Greta Garbo, Greta Hauser wedding rumors, and staff changes at major studios plus light humor segments and ten years ago recalls.
A essay argues for early father involvement in child rearing. It urges fathers to share infant bonding from birth and to be a consistent friend and helper, with mothers supporting the father child bond and both parents aligning on family policy. The piece emphasizes that fathers play a crucial role in a child’s happiness and development.
Washington Daybook chronicles the Senate extension of selective service with freshman W Lee O Daniel making a rapid impact. O Daniel’s quick amendment on defense contracts drew swift reconsideration as he undermined extensions while senators debate quorum and gallery attendance.
Hollywood reports Harold Peary famed as Gildersleeve of Fibber McGee and Molly signs to star in a Great Gildersleeve series on NBC. He calculates he must give up five other programs, revealing the pay imbalance between multiple roles and a single starring position.
Rev. Ernest Holloway and Mrs. Holloway return to their First Presbyterian church home after August spent with relatives in Missouri. He will preach at both services Sunday and extends a cordial invitation to all to attend.
The city issued permits totaling 25150 with the largest going to Mrs J Powers for a 6500 brick veneer residence on Rochelle Avenue. Other permits covered various homes on Ouachita Avenue South Second Street Grammont and nearby streets along with remodels and new houses. Harry Prophit's coastal outlook criticizes Gulf coast development while Monroe holds potential.
Radio schedule for Friday August 29 lists The Three Suns and The Four Polka Dots with dance and news segments, sports updates, and drama features across CBS network channels. Notable items include The Lone Ranger and Information Please, with aviation drama and political talk shows slated through late night.
In a tense scene in Times Square, Jeff and a narrator confront Tom Neilson about threats to Carol and a suspected hit on Eve North. Tom denies involvement, cites alibis, and blames stress from a London production job while police question him and others connected to the case.
Paul V. McNutt, federal security administrator, questioned why state reports show many aged and blind receive $20 or more monthly in public assistance while only a small share of dependent children reach that level. He noted about 3,000,000 people receive aid, including over 2,000,000 aged, 35,000 blind, and 90,000 dependent children, with no specific recommendation to change benefits.
Oklahoma City labor leaders announce the Labor Day parade is canceled due to many workers being tied up with national defense jobs. A spokesman says the celebration is foregone because of the workload and duty to defense work.
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