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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1934
Page
4
The president endorses the Bankhead plan and the broader principle of cotton production control, noting price gains and parity hopes while outlining exemptions for small farmers. He stresses continued support, possible extension, and the need to address displaced tenants and foreign market effects.
Washington clerks estimate at least 4000 bills are in preparation for the next session and senators are busy. If one third more are introduced the record for proposed legislation could be broken. The surge stems from campaigns where lawmakers pledged to file many measures for various aims.
E F Hutton of New York, a founder of the American Liberty League, argues that Congress and business must better understand each other and that businessmen should have a voice in Congress. He counters the notion that the country is essentially a nation of one group and warns against para all rights for any single group.
Matt Kimes, a notorious bandit, was ordered released without a guard for a six day quail hunt after Governor Murray approved the leave citing past conduct in prison. The column questions the wisdom of coddling a desperado and notes the supposed confinement again inside the penitentiary.
An essay by Lee Hager argues liberal planning is essential to avoid chaos from uncoordinated gain driven economy. He warns coal and fuel resources are finite and calls for scientific planning to conserve supplies and prevent harsh future conditions.
A poetic piece describing a transcendent December night. The speaker notes the cold sky, a blanket over the town, and stars like the giant Dipper and Pleides. Winter brightness is praised as closeness elevates the scene.
Mrs Fussbody frets over hat choice while her husband urges sticking with the already chosen design. The exchange reveals family preference and confidence in the selected style.
Miss Frumpish asks about wearing a new evening gown to the dance. Miss Dill suggests saving it for the costume ball where a prize awaits for the most grotesque dress.
A church member named Deacon Grizzly tells the new minister not to spend time converting every hog thief in the community. He says the church already has enough of them.
Jim Bill received fifteen days in jail for stealing a small car and an umbrella. The remarks suggest Hank Gee believed the umbrella was noteworthy.
Town Marshal clarifies no tall, thin man was run over yesterday. He says a short, fat woman and a couple of kids were involved in a mistaken report.
Constituent-I argues for a reward after working hard for constituents. Mayor-Supporters counter with a boast about public handshakes, claiming early publicity and campaign credit following the election.
A man recounts a humorous street encounter where Smith repays $5 after two years while the speaker spoke with Brown to whom $5 was owed for three years. The tale highlights long standing debts and unexpected cash settlements.
City editor stresses accuracy as business manager jokes about the newsroom’s obsession with exact figures and accountability.
Frigidaire is marketed as a Christmas gift that boosts kitchen efficiency cuts refrigeration costs and reduces waste. The Standard Office Supply Co showroom at 125 St John Street displays models and urges early selection to ensure installation by Christmas morning.
In Winnfield Louisiana a district court jury found Eugene Woods twenty year old negro guilty of murder in the July death of Roy Gorham twenty two. The verdict was guilty without capital punishment rendered at 11 am Sunday. Two co defendants Raymond Gordon twenty six and O W Hicks nineteen will face separate trials in a later term of court.
Albert L. Morris age 24 of Newellton La died in a Natchez hospital from rabies after being bitten by a dog three weeks earlier. Funeral services were held and the body to be taken to Brookhaven Miss for interment. Morris did not know he was ill until recently when admitted to the hospital.
Annual election of officers for Tent No. 54 of Maccabees to be held Tuesday night at 1 30 o clock in the hall at 109 12 South Grand street. State manager M J Bulger will be present.
Mrs Louis O Quinn a Calhoun teacher is listed as a patient at the Riverside sanitarium.
Judge George W. Jack postponed liquor case actions until a ruling from the United States Supreme Court. Frank Thompson returns to Cullen's Pharmacy after a Jackson Miss. sojourn. Justine Stinger visits El Dorado relatives on Hudson Lane. Mrs John W Bell and Dr B H Harrison wed at the bride’s mother’s West Monroe home. Henry Bernstein and wife travel to New Orleans for medical care for their young son.
Rodney J. Hobbs of the Veterans of Foreign Wars names B. B. Logan and J. W. Keene to ask Monroe authorities to establish a safety zone on DeSiard road in front of the Northeast Center of Louisiana State University for riders waiting in cars. The post also urges using unemployed voters as election workers. New members are Ben J. Scruggs Leonard Sackman Octave Perot and F. S. Walker.
Jack Rawls of Bastrop has been elected president of the student body at LSU Medical School in New Orleans. He is a Bastrop High School graduate and Centenary College alumnus with a bachelor of science degree and held leadership roles at Centenary.
W H Dick president of the Mississippi River Flood Control association warns that another flood is unlikely to be avoided this spring. He notes rivers are bank full and lands saturated and calls for congressional legislation to secure flood control. Wednesday's meeting in Memphis will feature speakers from Mississippi and Arkansas including W M Whittington J W Bradford J S Allen J D Magruder and J G Burke.
Letter to the editor condemns the Bankhead cotton control act, arguing it harmed southern farmers by delaying sales, wasting salaries, and reducing profits. The author challenges supporters to explain benefits and predicts more cotton would be planted if acreage reductions were canceled. Signed M. F. Holloway.
Nationwide Monday December 10 radio guide lists programs by network East Midwest South and West with scheduled acts from 4:30 PM to 12:30 AM including orchestras choirs comedies serials and dramas. Notable entries include Duke Cugat Orchestra Captain Tim Healy Archie and Betty Barthel acts Jan Garber and Wayne King orchestras plus Amos n Andy and Luxurious Dance bands.
The two year old Juanita Quigley known as Baby Jane debuts as Claudette Colbert's daughter in Imitation of Life. Her salary, contract plans, and rapid rise at Universal are outlined as her family adjusts to fame.
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