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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1925
Page
4
Week 16 rates show 1 month 65 cents and 12 months at 7.50 paid in advance. Mail subscriptions listed for Louisiana and Mississippi with 8 and 12 month terms. Schedules include telephone business office and editorial rooms details.
A humorous Christmas column imagines Kris Kringle racing across the nation on Christmas Eve. Santa uses coffee for his reindeer and even road maps in with their oats to avoid getting lost. The piece jokes about new buildings, stockings, Mrs Claus, and the hectic pace of the holiday season.
Today’s anniversaries list notable figures with birth and death details. Sir Humphry Davy born 1778. John G. Whittier born 1807. Gen Frederick Lander born 1822. Thomas Woolner born 1825. Cardinal Richelieu relic placed 1866. Lt. William B. Cushing died 1874. Earl of Derby installed 1875. 1923 Lesdoo Angeles note incomplete.
A writer reflects on the Congressional Record's value beyond jokes. The piece notes dry sections and humorous passages, cites a Florida inheritance tax debate, and argues the Record offers insightful, human content worth reading.
The piece surveys sentiment for altering the Volstead Act including Senator Edge’s proposals for 2.75 percent beer and physician prescribing loosening. It notes potential effects, cost cuts to consumers, and argues changes should come from responsible prohibitionists, not repeal advocates.
The House Public Buildings and Grounds Committee reviews a bill to extend and enlarge Monroe's post office and court building. Rep Riley J. Wilson introduced it, citing Christmas rush and severe space constraints. The current setup includes a tent for parcels and a second floor package area amid court room clearance.
Justice Richard H. Mitchell of New York calls prison concerts and lenient treatment harmful, arguing hardened criminals gain pleasure from life inside and should face punishment rather than indulgent reforms. He condemns interference with sentences and urges strict discipline in corrections.
Sheriff Parker halted cock fights in Monroe after an acting governor order and promoters divided prior night winnings. State railroad express rate case hearing set for January with Baton Rouge advocates meeting December 28 29 in Baton Rouge. Presbyterian Sunday School to host a Christmas tree gift ceremony with Santa Claus and distribution to the needy.
The article argues Monroe must receive a new post office building amid rapid growth. It cites the city’s new schools court house and hotel and urges the Public Buildings and Grounds Committee to recognize neglected communities and support Congressman Wilson's bill for extended postal facilities.
An old classified style birthday ad from Walker Bros Grocery Co promoting Watson's Angelene as The Original Fine Ice Cream. It claims better quality and lowest prices with free delivery for groceries including wheat and dairy products. Phones 440 460 and 1887.
Local Cobb Variety Store in West announces open evenings until 9 PM with pricing that appeals to shoppers. Customer notices highlight value and convenience for the Monreew area.
Senator Claude A Swanson advances a continuation of leadership citing long service. The article recalls his rise from Virginia law education to Congress serving seven terms. He then moved to the Senate and maintained Southern political tradition through reelection.
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