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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1925

Page

9

West Monroe Baptists launch ambitious church program

The West Monroe Baptist church announces a major financial drive with a monthly budget over 1000 dollars and plans for a new church building costing 50 000 to 60 000 dollars. The effort includes staff hires, a cooperative program, music, Sunday school work, and a new church office. Committees listed include Finance and Cooperative Program with multiple chairmen and members.

West Monroe W. EF. Neill Pat S. Hamilton Fred G. Thatcher J. G. Cobb T. Cy Drew J. P.maxwell W. A. Burt P. W. Burde

Obituary: Mrs. W. J. McWilliams Buried in Bastrop

Mrs. W J McWilliams 55 died November 30 1925 at home in Bastrop La and was buried December 1 1925 at Old Cemetery. She leaves daughter Mrs J Knox Nunn of Jones and a sister Mrs Al-Mrrathgont of New Orleans along with relatives in Bastrop Monroe Parkdale Ark and Bonita. Services by Rev Alonzo Early noted community ties and floral tribute. Thanksgiving guests included Mr and Mrs F L Flewellen and others from Monroe Parkdale and Bastrop counties.

News-Star Bastrop W. J. McWilliams Old Cemetery J. Knox Nunn Jones al- Mrrathgont New Orleans Elder E. N. Moore Monroe R. L. Thomas

High Cotton Average in Tallulah Area

Bailey and Watt of Tallulah report 325 bales from 240 acres about 1.33 bales per acre, claiming losses of at least 100 bales. West Phillips, a tenant, produced 26 bales on 15 acres with storm losses. Robert Lewis makes two bales per acre on Delfos cotton, another tenant 800 pounds lint per acre on 15 acres. Weathered cotton grades are low but heavy yields may raise overall parish results.

Tallulah A.P Robert Lewis Mr. Watson

Gold Shipment Arrives in Halifax From London Bank

A one million dollar gold shipment from the London office of the Canadian Bank of Commerce arrived at the Halifax branch on the steamer Ascania. It marks the first gold delivery from England to Canada since the war ended.

Halifax N. S A. P London Canadian Bank of Commerce Ascania England Canada

Harvest Sale Promises Bargains on Hats and Wardrobe Trunk

A Harvest Sale advertisement lists a Wardrobe Trunk priced at $19.48 and a Ladies Hat Box at $3.23, with a $4.50 ladies hat highlighted as shopper bargains.

Senate Opens New Session Faces La Follette Issue

Washington December 4. Republican leaders brace for a party conference over Senator elect La Follette of Wisconsin and rules changes to curb filibusters. Vice President Dawes prepares to push reform while Senator Harrison accuses the administration of abuse in a long vacation.

Washington A. P Senate la Follette Congress Curtis Kansas Wisconsin LaFollette Sénate Dawes Harrison Mississippi

Sheep Lined Coats Sold by Smith Bros

Smith Bros Ltd advertises boys and men sheep lined coats with boys priced at 6.73 and men from 8.98 to 11.23. Limited details mention the store location likely in a 4-11 edition.

Smith Bros., Ltd

World War Hero Peddling on Atlanta Streets

Private Walter J. Fillyan, once awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for heroism in France, was observed peddling bananas on Atlanta streets to support his family. He earned about $15 weekly plus $20 monthly Veterans Bureau pay and cited disability as hindering employment. Legion officials plan aid.

Atlanta A. P Walter J. Filyan United States Army Fort McPherson Atlanta Constitution American Legion Fillyan Veterans Bureau Legion Canal France

Radio Programs and Concert Listings Across Cities

A dense listing of radio programs and concerts across multiple stations including KOB in Albuquerque, WSB in Atlanta, AP in New York, and WRNY in New York. It enumerates musical programs, orchestras, choirs, and variety shows with times, cities, and brief program notes.

G . M. Wls Teas Winnipese Aerial Paul Misaeepelis Muxsi Teaberry City Star Radio Wee Tees Berta Hap Venpert

Local Residents Married Amid War Effort and Sale Notices

Fillyan of Charlotte N C married Miss Sadie Crawford of Union N C in April 1918 before he shipped overseas. The page also lists prices for granite tea kettles 56c aluminum tea kettles 98c and 1 50 in a harvest sale with unclear details including a reference to an offer of 6000 for Christ.

Fillyan Charlotte N. C Sadie Crawford Union, N. C Dean

LSU dairy specialist aids Lafayette farmers with calf orders

Dairy expert L W Neasham visited Lafayette parish to help plan for the year and ordered twelve pure bred calves and cows for local farmers. The effort aligns with a dairy project considering a local creamery, as noted by farm agent Frank Bacque. Maine is stated as midway between the equator and the North Pole.

Lafayette A. P L. W. Neasham Louisiana State University Extension Division Lafayette Parish Maine North Pole

Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Backed by Local User

A testimonial extols Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for stomach liver and intestinal troubles. The user says years of illness improved after one bottle, praising relief and urging others to try it. The ad notes a money back guarantee and availability at local druggists.

Mayr Phoenix

Bar Admission Exam Date Notice in New Orleans

The Committee for admission to the Bar of Louisiana reminds prospective applicants the next examination will be held in New Orleans at Tulane University on January 11 12 and 18. Applications must be filed with the Clerk of the Supreme Court by December 11.

Committee For Admission To the Bar of Louisiana New Orleans Tulane Supreme Court

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