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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1935

Page

5

Japan Seeks Expanded Naval Equality at Five Power Talks

The Japanese revised its demand for a common upper limit on naval tonnage to include the five powers Japan United States Great Britain France and Italy. French and Italian officials opposed the broader scope yesterday but insiders say the move may not succeed yet could draw France and Italy further into the debate.

Rye Develut France Japan United States Great Britain Italy

Fragmentary Note Hints at Cotton Diet and Vital Sequences

Readable fragments mention cotton diet and vital sequences, hinting at a discussion or note on health or agriculture. Names, dates, places, or clear actions are not present in the legible text.

Friday the Thirteenth Spooks Monroe Across Town

Monroe recounts a string of misfortune on Friday the Thirteenth. Robbery at Electrik Maid Bakeshop left night manager Jimmie Stratos wounded and $131 taken. A second incident at Tourist hotel saw damage to the lobby as a guest complained. City line truck fire and various superstitions underscore the date’s ominous tone.

Monroe DeSiard Street Jane Jimmie Stratos Harrison Sixth Streets Associated Press Arthur D. West San Quentin Calif R. J. Lanthorne San Diego Rachel McElroy Racine Ohio Kate Belle Wolf George Culley North East

World Wheat Prices Jump On Argentina Price Fix

World wheat markets rallied after Argentina fixed a minimum price near 90 cents per bushel. Chicago December wheat rose above 1.00 a bushel as futures hit the five cent limit and other markets followed with gains. Canada and Argentina faced drought and policy moves affecting export supply, with fears of selling into European ports.

Chicago Argentina Liverpool Winnipeg Buenos Aires Canada Dominion United States

Engagement and opinions on marriage from Anya Taranda and peers

In a social snapshot, Anya Taranda announced engagement to Harold Arlen the songwriter. She and three others debate marriage security with Dr Popenoe noting women influence choice and the appeal of a handsome partner.

Tug Reported In Trouble Heading For New Orleans

The navy tug Umpqua with an 886 ton dredge in tow head toward New Orleans after distress calls in heavy seas southeast of the Mississippi delta. Coast guard cutters Saranac and two others aided, crew of about 65 unharmed. The vessel was en route from Jacksonville to New Orleans for Mississippi River Commission dredging work.

New Orleans Umpqua Gulf Mississippi River United States Naval Station Coast Guard Saranac Mobile United States Engineers Office Jacksonville Fla Memphis Mississippi River Commission

The Boor Presented at Northeast Center Friday

Anton Tchekoff's The Boor was staged by the Speech club at Northeast Center of Louisiana State University during the Friday morning activities period. Participants included Mary Penuel Letha Walters and Bill Morris.

Anton Tchekoff Northeast Center Louisiana State University Mary Penuel Letha Walters Bill Morris

Mrs Thomason Improves After Major Clinic Operation

Mrs P J Thomason of Rayville is reported to be improving after a major operation at Vaughan Wright Bendel clinic. She is expected to be allowed visitors after Sunday.

Thomason P. J. Thomason Rayville Vaughan - Wright - Bendel Clinic

I L A Gains Recognition In New Orleans By Steamship Lines

The International Longshoremen's Association won recognition in New Orleans from three steamship lines for the first time since 1931. Contracts with Luckenbach Gulf Steamship, Gulf Pacific line, and Gulf Pacific Mail set wages at 70 cents straight time and 85 cents overtime, up from 65 and 70 cents. About 2,000 non I L A longshoremen remained on the waterfront. In Gulfport, Labor official said no definite results yet as non I L A workers continue.

New Orleans International Longshoremen's Association Frank P. Douglass Oklahoma City Federal Mediation Board Gulf Ports Luckenbach Gulf Steamship Company Swayne and Hoyt, Ltd Gulf Pacific Line Gulf Pacific Mail Line Secretary of Labor Gulfport

Stunt And Speed Fliers Vie In Miami Air Maneuvers

The eighth annual All American air maneuvers in Miami saw 420 ships compete with Ben F. Stegall of Savannah and Tex Rankins of Portland/Cincinnati sharing early racing honors. Winds caused several upsets as Gusty conditions yielded fast times, while an Army amphibian flight from San Juan to Miami covered 1056 miles in seven hours and 26 minutes.

Miami Fla Ben F. Stegall Savannah Tex Rankins Portland Ore Cincinnati Stegall Cocaat San Juan Puerto Rico A. Y. P Smith Langley Field

Scholastic Honor Group Meets At College Here

The Scholastic Honor Society of Northeast Center of Louisiana State University met at the college Friday morning. Miss Marjorie Chambers presided, Miss Ruth Murphy was secretary, and plans were made to recruit new members after recent exams and for the coming year. Members include Walter Savage Edward Cain Hodge Maynard Holt and Mrs Lonnie Simms. The article notes the nearest star distance of 25 500000000000 miles.

Society of Northeast Center Louisiana State University Marjorie Chambers Ruth Murphy Walter, Savage Edward, Cain Hodge Maynard Holt Lonnie Simms

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