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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1936
Page
4
The Monroe News outlines its mission as an independent publication dedicated to impartial news reporting. It declares support for what it deems right and opposition to what it deems wrong, regardless of political party alignment.
A narrator recalls a man who chose integrity over comfort, resigning rather than endure hypocrisy. The tale highlights independence as a priceless luxury no wealth can buy, with the coined name Blank standing in for a brilliant but silenced copywriter who preserves his honesty.
Fans protest Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers for lack of romance in their films. The duo's next project may end with a bold fadeout as they defend their career long kissless partnership and reveal work habits, diets, and their closely managed public images.
The article notes Stanley Baldwin linking the king and Mrs. Simpson to Britain’s history and people’s expectations. It highlights his use of a Shakespearean warning from Laertes to Ophelia and views the monarch as a national possession, not a sovereign individual. American listeners heard the British empire’s thoughtful, poised leadership during the crisis.
The University of Pennsylvania proposes tests to uncover hidden artistic talent and widen access to resources. Proponents view it as democratic best practice, likening it to a cultural Olympics that could spark public interest in intellect while preserving merit and opportunity for all.
Jesse H. Jones announces the New York Central has paid off 27.5 million dollars to the Reconstruction Finance Corporation becoming the 25th railroad to liquidate its RFC obligations. The move signals improved railroad conditions and shows public funds sustaining carriers through hard years.
Design for living urging honesty and kindness in plans and work. Emphasizes happiness, simple joys, and creating a personal map of dreams to pursue with effort, so success follows.
Harold asks to borrow the car as his father checks for starting issues. The exchange hints at ongoing mechanical trouble and concern over the vehicle's reliability.
In a playful exchange Jack notes his grandma as a bird after she bobbed her hair. Enda asks for clarification, and Jack smiles that they nicknamed her Bob-White, a light moment in a casual conversation.
In a terse exchange a woman agrees to marry someone, then grants a half hour start to reach Annabelle’s house. The dialogue hints at a plan or pursuit, with urgency implied by the request. No further details are provided in the fragment.
A witty exchange pits a chef who claims marrying an inferior cook would be foolish against a dishwasher who retorts that such a marriage is impossible. The banter highlights kitchen hierarchies and humor over culinary skill.
Light dialogue snippets show flirtation and humor as characters discuss hats and soda pop. A waiter and a college student exchange wry lines about taste, cake, and appetite, reflecting playful campus banter. The scenes hint at social dynamics and humor rather than a fixed plot.
A comic roundup notes Howell lines on equality with a quip about ancestors being monkeys. It mentions a Czechoslovakian in jail inventing a parachute and a Japanese doctor predicting 120 years with safety. Also references telegrams with free love, a surprise for Mrs. Angus MacGregor, and sit-down strikes as worker discontent.
In Washington discussion grows over a hypothetical united America blocking exports of war materials to belligerents. Latin diplomats doubt enforceability across Brazil and Argentina, warning any embargo would face practical enforcement problems and provoke conflict among nations. Roosevelt’s rhetoric is seen as insufficient for forming a durable bloc.
District Judges E C McClendon of Homer J Rush Wimberly of Arcadia and District Attorney T Kinnebrew of Homer in the second judicial district were administered the oath last Saturday. They were guests at a banquet in Arcadia hosted by the American Legion post.
In Olla Louisiana on December 15 the Masons elected Worshipful master E T Long senior warden J T Melton junior warden L M King treasurer B E Zeagler secretary J W Waggoner tyler R P Richardson Appointed for next year were H W Meredith chaplain Clay Mayes senior deacon A D Beckton junior deacon W T Steen master of ceremonies W C Steen marshal B Gilliam M A Elliott stewards The new officers will be installed Tuesday night December 22.
On December 15 1921 the Ouachita National Bank building opened to the public in a reception from 4 to 10 pm. Crowds toured the palatial new structure in Monroe's business district amid speeches praising the builders faith and future greatness. A searchlight lit the façade for visitors from Monroe West Monroe and nearby cities. Miss Marguerite Hill hosted a bridge party for Deborah Breard and her bridal party. Bill Ragland and wife welcomed a son Bill Jr born December 9 at 316 Catalpa Street. Albert Horuff hosted the Thursday Night Euchre Club night.
Marion Louisiana reports 13 205 bales ginned from the 1936 crop in Union parish before December 1 1936 compared with 9 655 bales for the 1935 crop before December 1 1935 according to J W Melton bureau of the census special agent.
A humorous fragment features Hambone's reflections on a shirt and collar, with dialect styling and casual scolding about wear and fit. The snippet conveys character voice and street sense in a compact, folksy tone.
Health guidance on Vincent's infection describes its origins, symptoms, and transmission. It cautions frequent oral bleeding, foul odor, and gum infection and urges early dental consultation. It notes sodium perborate as a germ killer and outlines mouth wash use and antiseptic treatments by dentists.
Mrs A R Lacey state regent of the Daughters of the American Revolution was guest speaker at the Tallulah chapter meeting held at Mrs J Harris Baughman home. Several Lake Providence chapter members attended and spoke briefly.
The Okaloosa Home Demonstration club will meet December 23 in the home of Mrs. L. A. Coon.
New York socialite Mrs. Marjorie Post Hutton Davies, wife of Ambassador Joseph Davies, is noted for vast wealth from C. W. Post inheritance. She quietly supports a Salvation Army canteen in Hell's Kitchen feeding about 250 children daily and hosts an annual party for the local kids amid a fading era of lavish dining and catering.
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