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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1934
Page
4
A call to raise teen driver safety through lower age to fifteen if needed and mandatory driving examinations. The piece argues that many youths as young as fourteen can handle cars but urges competence proof, stricter licensing, and enforcement to prevent accidents and protect lives.
A flawless armored car robbery in Brooklyn saw seven to twelve bandits seize 427000, using speedboats to escape to the water. New York police announce an arrest and say the case is broken with a roundup to follow in days. The crime, praised for its precision, remains among the city’s most talked about unsolved mysteries.
Census director reports New York amusement revenue surpassed hotels with 85.9 million dollars from 820 theaters statewide. New York City hosted 382 of those theaters, and beauty parlors, radio repair shops, auto repair, and bootblack stands also thrived. Only one legitimate theater outside the city. no tourist camps. More than a quarter of wages paid in amusements and hotels.
John Blake argues that first pages sell and advises readers to present a truthful, assertive selling talk. He stresses listing genuine accomplishments, avoiding lies, and showing confidence without boasting to secure employment opportunities.
A reflective poem where the eager-hearted seek meaning in life and art. The speaker recalls old fears and quests while praising enduring youth and the quest for answers that may remain beyond reach. The poem celebrates gentle perseverance and the pleasure of seeking.
Cholly rejects deer hunting saying he does not like to shoot God’s creatures. The innkeeper questions whether Hank the guide is counted among them.
Country Editor asks the bookkeeper to confirm if Mrs. Dewberry has paid up her subscription. The fragment shows a publisher’s query about submitting a poem for publication and checking account status.
In a brief exchange, Littleneck explains his partner handles his care while he recovers, noting today is his care partner’s day off and no one else is available.
A witty remark suggests an uncanny trust in a cautious lender. The dialogue plays on reputations and the idea of accepting currency over checks, hinting at a cautious approach to finance and trust. The exchange uses playful wordplay to mix names and financial terms.
A humorous exchange shows a guest asking about hash price and a waiter shouting for the latest quotation, capturing a lively dining room moment.
A collage of lines recalls a satirical exchange on crime and travel from a bygone era. It notes ten convicts escaping Devil's Island, jokes about alimony, and a jab at Germany's inflation of opinion versus money.
Washington reports administration aims to lower interest on railroad bonds, starting with receiverships. Bonds traded below par and discounted coupons would be refinanced with government guarantees to reduce fixed charges and protect lenders, while preserving essential rail service and salvage value for RFC securities.
Documents of the Russian American Company found in Vologda indicate that Siberia's initial mass settlements started in 1590, outlining early colonization efforts and regional expansion.
The Little Theater will present the three act comedy Her Husband's Wife Tuesday night in Central grammar school auditorium. The cast includes Berry Yeldell Bill Bynum Lloyd McDaniel Suzanne Sperry and Louise Moore. Directors are Mrs Minnie Ruffin and Mrs Blanche Oliver. A membership drive continues with about 150 paid members so far, far short of last year’s 500.
Rev. and Mrs. E. K. Means returned after a two week visit to Cooper's Wells Mississippi where they enjoyed a pleasant stay. Rev. Means will resume his pulpit duties on Sunday for both services.
John H. Miller sold to Pat S. Hamilton a one third interest in land on the Natchitoches road in the southeast quarter of the southeast quarter of section 33 township 18 north range 3 east for 500 dollars as filed with the parish clerk.
New York observes repeal day as a milestone with changes in drinking habits. Bartenders report more cocktails at five o clock, increased wine and food knowledge, longer meal times, and a shift from neat liquor to mixed drinks and beer as repeal's influence deepens.
Mrs. T L Tippit of West Monroe underwent surgery in a Fort Worth hospital after injuries from two automobile accidents earlier this year. She was badly hurt May 2 near Shreveport and involved in a lighter incident west of Brownsville a month ago. Her husband accompanies her in Fort Worth and another operation was planned for ten days hence.
Three persons injured in a car accident on Ruston road near Farmerville road intersection. Identified as Gypsy band members Mrs Doris Smith and Mrs Minnie Stanley and Mrs Irene Stanley. Mrs Smith suffered eye cut and knee injury while the Stanleys endured lacerations and shock. They are patients at Riverside sanitarium.
A compromise settlement filed in parish court clerk’s office shows Brown Paper mill and its insurers paid 100 to F. E. Brueck for a back injury suffered May 15 when he slipped and fell while working in the mill.
Radio program Ce Note lists network designations NBC WEAF CBS WABC and regional lineups for East Midwest Mountain and Pacific Coast. It details 4:30 PM to 12:30 AM time blocks with show titles hosts orchestras and repeats across regions.
A collage of city anecdotes spans hustling newsboys shouting swindled totals, Hollywood scouts chasing scripts for L Aiglon with Eva Le Gallienne, a cabby boast of $100000 earnings without riders, a Rockefeller Center hat tale ending in a toupee loss, foggy highway misadventure, a theatergoer fog crash, and Ogden Mills hotel with 1895 private rooms at 60 cents.
Peggy laments Hollywood men after finishing Lottery Lover production. A fashion and social scene anecdote details outfits trunked for a pic ture and the mismatch between escorts and social duties. Rochelle Hudson adds, commenting that many locals are ill mannered dull and self centered.
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