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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1924
Page
9
A brief note from the AP outlines its entitlement to the first four lines of all news dispatches and local crew publications, detailing rights and exceptions for the paper.
A distressed spouse accuses the other of pressing for divorce to trigger a violent home dispute. A guest towel incident led to blame and fines, while expenses for bedding and comfort purchases surface as tensions rise over staying awake and paying for the arrangement.
Readable fragments note anniversaries and notable figures across eras. Mentions include Juan Prim and President Wilson, with scattered references to dictatorial, military, and diplomatic actions. The text overflows with misspellings and garbled names, offering few verifiable details.
Fragmentary birthday list mentions individuals such as Rev Tholie bishop of Trenton New Jersey and Willisa Hart. Names appear with uncertain ages and uncertain counties including Holmes and Betler. Text is damaged with many illegible segments but signals a community birthday notice.
One year ago today the Baldwin administration was detested in the British election as President Coolidge read the first message at joint session of Congress.
A mournful memorial note praises Col R A Young Jr and a fallen officer, honoring their courage, manhood, and service. It extols virtues of humility, justice, and patriotism while expressing community condolences for the loss and implying a ceremonial remembrance of their military acts and character.
Industrial reports show wage reductions spreading in mills near fields and mills, with a ten percent cut implemented December first at Blesthery and Dye Works Massachusetts. The trend toward lower wages risks broader economic impact, as migration shifts and production scales affect the region’s industrial base.
A Rayville account notes the revival of a Boy Scout organization in the Fourth District with active local workers and Monroe officials praising volunteers who keep the program alive amid temporary setbacks. The effort relies on dedicated men from the community to sustain scouting and serve youth.
A colorful plea from local officials and residents urges practical Yuletide giving in North Pole. The piece laments empty seasonal displays and calls for cooperative acts to mend petty enmities and spread genuine cheer this December.
A North Carolina reader quotes Heywood Broun defending criticism in the New York World. Broun rejects claims of a Peter Pan tip scandal and notes Peter Pan’s strong box office despite critics. He argues praise or blame may reflect more on the work and its creators than on critics.
International News Service reports Mexico aims to be a top oil producer as new fields rise, wells 243 in 1824 and output reaching 180 million barrels for the year. Rebels, labor strife, and harbor silting hinder operations, but dredging and stability efforts are improving prospects for 1955 and 1926 profits.
From the News-Star December 6 1272 a West Side Home Mission Society oyster supper raised 37 15 for charity. Members named include Mrs Mes R M Browning W A Strong N G Tippitt F Jabneer R L Rinehart P R Benson E B Harper W J Sutcliffe T Reams E G Calvert. A fatal stabbing in Caldwell Parish left John Coates dead after a quarrel with Kei who fled. Frank Johnson, involved in a prior shooting, died and coroner ruled a verdict. Social notices mention a Bohemia dinner for Burton Wolff before his move to New York. Various personals report travel and visits across the region. Prohibition and comments from newspapers are cited as witty notes.
A scattered list of crossword clues and partial entries outlining a grid fill. It lists many numbered across and down terms such as 1 Skin 4 Request 7 Agreement 41 A unit 12 Proved and more, indicating a puzzle solution task with crossings and abbreviations.
An old advertisement from Smith Bros Ltd promotes ladies shoes described as soft as a gigve. It highlights Monroe’s stock and best prices on dependable footwear with a contact for Martha Washington at store location 6 21.
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