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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1920
Page
6
A humorous Will Rogers vehicle as he enlivens a new role in a one hour and a half picture. The review promises lighthearted amusement and laughs without heavy sentiment.
Emperor Yusantte of Japan born 45 years ago today. James F. Ferguson ex governor of Texas born 44 years ago in Bell County. Rev Jorn Go Marras Episcopal bishop of Maryland born Lonaconing Md eight years ago today. Dr Joseph A Blake longtime surgeon at American Red Cross Hospital born in San Francisco 58 years ago today.
Senate committee probes a $15,900,000 fund claim tied to Republican and Democratic leaders. McHays and Cummings faced questions on budgets and expected donations to state committees. Testimony contrasts 1916 spending with current drives, amid warnings of corruption risks.
The article details Mr Mays alleging an elaborate Bend Building based fund gathering operation by the Democratic committee for propaganda and finance since July 1910. It notes overheads exceeded receipts by 10,000 to 16,000 dollars monthly and discusses proposed federal regulation of presidential campaigns and potential constitutional amendments. It mentions figures like Mr Cummings Mr Hays and Representative Flood and a plan to unify primary campaign funding across states.
Loyal readers and advertisers continue using the red News-Star classified section for listings, reminders, and notices. The familiar hue remains a recognizable hallmark guiding buyers and sellers through local commerce.
New Orleans on August 31 reports a wholesale sugar market drop of five and a half cents a pound. Henderson Refinery lowers refined sugar to 17 cents, with retailer costs not to exceed 19 cents and consumer prices not above 20 cents, while other refineries maintain 22 1/2 cents. The move signals broader reductions to follow by American and others.
Refined sugar demand weak with buyers in New York offering raw sugar at 11 cents a pound while the top bid sits at eight cents. A small sale of Peru sugar at nine and seven eighths cents equates to ten and one eighth cents for Cuban. Export inquiry was too small to move prices.
Buick Motor Company unveils seven 1921 models featuring Valve-in-Head motors, refined lines, new radiator and cowl, quieter mechanics, and improved spring suspension. Each model offers distinct value for different service classes while preserving Buick durability and ownership confidence.
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