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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1933
Page
10
In Iton December 14 the rut industry may seek an extension to its code triggering a fresh round in the NRA controversy. The so called merit clause 7A shields employers from union interference while allowing promotion on individual merit. Roosevelt and Johnson oppose modifications.
Betty Compson of films and her manager Irving Weinberg were married on an Albuquerque train during a 25 minute stop. Justice J. L. Gober performed the civil ceremony as locomotive whistles echoed. The couple proceeded toward Hollywood following the ceremony arranged by telegraph.
The Good Fellows appeal asks readers to donate cash, clothing, shoes, and toys to help impoverished families in Monroe, Louisiana. It praises Monroe grocers for food and fruit donations and stresses that cash is still needed to ensure children can enjoy warm clothing, meals, and toys during hard times.
The body of Richard J. "Young" Dick Glendon Columbia crew coach was found on a beach in Chatham Massachusetts. He had been missing since leaving his South Chatham home yesterday during a hunting trip.
Huey P. Long rival Sanders campaigns against Mrs Kemp and the December 27 citizens election for the sixth district seat. Sanders denounces Mrs Kemp's selection as a fake and resists calling a primary, while plans for a possible contest in the House loom as Monroe mass meeting coordinates to urge Wilson to oppose seating Kemp.
An independent Democratic ticket formed by anti Long movement leaders announced for the January mayoralty election in New Orleans. Francis Williams leads, with Eugene Stanley as parish prosecutor candidate and J. Y. Fauntleroy Charles C. Zatarain Fred Zengel Jr Frank A. Miller as council candidates. The slate pledges civil service reforms and aims to unseat Huey Long influence in Louisiana politics.
In district court Judge David I. Garrett denied a second trial for R. H. Tyler Jr. convicted of stealing a car from Ray Roden of West Monroe. The prosecution tied Tyler to a local auto theft ring. defense contended new testimony could exonerate him, but the judge remained convinced of his guilt.
Police investigate the 1932 killing of ex convict Joseph Mortillaro in Van Cortlandt Park. Witnesses Mrs Criochock and Billie Curnow, held as material witnesses, may implicate two men George de Perno and Irving Leder who pled guilty to lesser charges. Neighbors knew little about Criochock who lived under alias Marian Smith with Christmas packages addressed to John and Jimmy found in her apartment.
The federal government seeks a shared plan with states for liquor revenues while considering a tax proposal of 1.75 to 2 per gallon if cooperation falters. Nations are asked to increase American purchases, with Britain pork and other farm goods tied to quota changes. Talks include Ireland Argentina France Greece and others, with no bargaining stage reached yet.
A bus on a rural route collided with a northbound train at a foggy crossing. Six children were killed and several others injured, including William Hogg and Helena Norton. The crash occurred near Silver Pond Grove as the bus turned onto the tracks. An inquest is scheduled for tomorrow morning.
Delegates contend the P N E E A buys home wheat and dumps it on world markets causing a glut while the U S treasury covers millers tax losses. The association reportedly sells actively in China and Central America, seen as vital for farmers distant from main U S population centers due to rail costs. Turkey growers in Tulare California demonstrated to teach Thanksgiving meal prep.
New Orleans December 14 Roland A Bahan of New Orleans was elected president of the Hotel Greeters of Louisiana and Mississippi for 1934 Other officers include vice presidents Kurt Diekelmann Charles D Durmeyer New Orleans Charles E Perry and W A Beard Jackson Miss A P Gardner Shreveport H C Collier Alexandria and C Gibson Monroe secretary treasurer Charles C Escher New Orleans assistant secretary treasurer George Flattery New Orleans and sergeant at arms Tom Saucier New Orleans.
A West Monroe case tests whether the parish remains dry under the local option law. After a guilty verdict Judge Garrett set a sentencing date and noted the possibility of an appeal to the Louisiana Supreme Court. The statute allows up to a $500 fine and six months in jail, though suspension or remittance is anticipated if the high court sustains the law.
The Thompson Wood Lee camp of United Spanish War Veterans will elect officers at 5:30 PM Friday at 109 1/2 South Grand Street. Current officers are Commander W. B. Mangham, Senior Vice Commander James F. Block, Junior Vice Commander M. M. Munholland, Quartermaster E. R. Ross, and Adjutant R. W. Germany.
Charlie Nash told police his black Clipper bicycle trimmed in red size 26 was taken from his 2707 Lee Avenue residence between 9 p m Wednesday and 6 a m Thursday. He reported the theft to headquarters Thursday morning.
Mrs. Eunice Hotte testified that New appeared normal for three days after the killing of Clark. Neu, arrested in New Jersey for the murder of Paterson theater manager Lawrence Shead, faced extradition from New Orleans on the capital verdict risk. The defense plans insanity at the time of the slaying under Louisiana law, while court psychiatrists say sane.
An advertisement for Creomulsion claims it soothes inflamed membranes and inhibits germ growth. It asserts creosote plus healing elements treat persistent coughs and colds, bronchitis, and asthma and rebuild the system after illness with a druggist refund if not relieved.
Nell stared at the confessed killer from the first day of the session. He paused,turned pale, and admitted he would need eyes in the back of his head to watch that man.
Mrs W H Banister wife of Deputy Sheriff W H Banister underwent an operation at St Francis sanitarium Thursday and was reported to be doing as well as could be expected afterward.
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