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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1937

Page

4

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Trial By Experts Or Jury A Metropolis Opinion

A metropolitan columnist argues against replacing jurors with expert panels in court. He questions expert impartiality and warns such a shift could centralize power over life and liberty, favoring narrow views over broad experience. He cites New Jersey lay judges and praises the jury system as practical and rooted in long legal tradition.

Harry Elmer Barnes Barnes Othgre New Jersey Court of Errors and Appeals

Soviet Polar Pioneers Drift 745 Miles From Pole

Four Russian scientists set adrift on an ice floe near the North Pole last May have drifted 745 miles off the northeast coast of Greenland. They reached the pole quickly but return has been longer than any other group on record. They will contribute data on currents and temperatures, while gaining fame for drifting away on ice.

North Pole Greenland

The Leviathan Sets Sail On Its Final Voyage

A veteran audience of Americans recalls the giant liner Leviathan as it is sold to Britain and headed for scrapping. The war-hardened ex soldiers who rode her to France feel a wave of sentiment at the ship’s last voyage and the metal destined for Britain’s rearmament.

United States Lines Britain France

Welles Praises Good Neighbor Policy On Brazil

Undersecretary of State Sumner Welles, speaking at George Washington University, urged restraint in judging Brazil and urged the United States to apply the good neighbor policy. He argued that Brazil's chosen government is Brazil’s concern and cautioned against hastily labeling Vargas as fascist.

Sumner Welles George Washington U University America Brazil Welles United States Mr. Welles Phil Dunning George Abbott Actor's Equity Moss Hart

If Borders Fail to Divide Hearts Then Peace Reigns

Uncommon Sense reflects on Armistice Day scenes where three thousand youths in Washington and British Columbia sang God Save the King and My Country Tis of Thee beside Peace Arch symbols. The piece argues that nationalism stems from learned behavior and calls for dissolving borders to end war.

Seaforth Highlanders American Legion the Bell Syndicate, Inc

The Glee Club By George Elliston

A short verse celebrates a quiet day of personal delight and peaceful mood. The speaker seeks serenity and freedom from haste, promising to do as he wishes and savor what the heart desires without hurry.

the Glee Club George Elliston

Talkative Barber Joke About Hair Loss

A humorous exchange unfolds as a barber teases a thinning client. The client replies he already uses a remedy, then reveals the remedy is his hat. The brief gag plays on wordplay and social interaction.

T. Barber

Fresh Complexion Admired by Ethyl Always Ready

The note highlights Ethyl as having a fresh complexion, praising her diligent routine of applying makeup every five minutes.

Madge Ethyl

Harrington and Carrington Clash Over Rest Habits

The exchange centers on Harrington asking if Carrington is lazy and Carrington replying that he was born tired and has relied on rest for years. The dialogue frames a family dynamic about energy and effort.

Harrington Carrington

Adam and Eve Demand Proof of Bond in Ancient Tale

A dispute centers on proving marriage as Adam confronts Eve’s husband over a supposed union. The Serpent challenges the couple by demanding a marriage certificate in a lighthearted mythic exchange.

Adam Eve Serpent

Enamored with Himself Stuns Comic Exchange

In a witty dialogue a character concludes Egbert is flighty in love yet admits his first and only affection is for himself. The exchange hinges on self admiration and humorous misunderstanding.

Egbert Ethel Merman Vinton Freedley Mile Merman Broadway John Masefield England Gotham Greenwich Village Paul Muni

London Doctor Claims Cure for Blushing

A London physician announces a discovered cure for blushing but a wife jokes that women can paint it better than ever. The quip underscores playful attitudes toward social appearance in the era.

London

Cedar hope chest gift discussed by Miss Leftover-Dad

Miss Leftover-Dad plans to present a carved cedar hope chest for a birthday. Miss Tarte agrees the cedar will be moth proof, helping keep items safe for years.

Ocean Echo Shell Prank Turns Silent For Boy

A child asks to hear the ocean in a shell and is told the sound may come from the dead sea. The exchange reflects a family moment cited in a 1937 Bell Syndicate strip.

Paul Dead Sea Sonny Copright The Bell Syndicate, Inc

British sailors opt for two pence over rum ration

Only about one third of naval personnel take the daily rum, while the rest accept two-pence instead. In London, roughly 1,650 women belong to the cigar-making union compared with 653 men, signaling gendered membership in a London craft.

Cigar-Making Union London

Army On Wheels Demonstrates New Mechanized Division

Washington reports a test of a mechanized division in Texas showing rapid movement and concentrated firepower. The 13 500 strong unit traveled 360 miles a day and could strike at an enemy at his weakest point, signaling a shift from mass frontal assaults toward maneuver warfare on American soil.

Army General Staff Texas Preston Grover Washington United States Switzerland France English Channel America

Christmas Tree Party For Needy Ferriday Citizens

A Ferriday Louisiana Christmas Eve party sponsored by Gray-McCearley post No 148 and Ferriday Women’s Club will distribute toys and food to underprivileged families. Mrs N L Sebastia chairs the club committee collecting gifts as a community tree lit by Louisiana Power and Light and other private trees brighten the town.

Ferriday Ferriday and Gray-McCearley Post Ferriday Women's Club N. L. Sebastia Women’s Club Louisiana Power and Light Company

Understanding the Causes of Nervous Breakdowns

The article outlines how nervous breakdowns stem from intertwined physical and psychological factors. It cites thyroid and other gland activity, heart and digestive disturbances, childbirth aftereffects, childhood nutrition, infections, poisonings, and environmental stress. It notes early family patterns and even prebirth events may influence outcomes.

Parish marriage licenses reach average of an wedding a day in Ouachita

In Ouachita parish 435 marriage licenses were issued by the registrar through the year, illustrating an average of more than one wedding daily. Colored residents accounted for the majority of licenses, surpassing last year. Also, Richland parish plans road work to link Rayville and Winnsboro with $38,000 authorized for highway construction.

Registrar of Marriages Ouachita Rayville-Winnsboro Ouachita Parish Richland Richland Parish Louisiana Highway Commission Richland State Bank Rayville Winnsboro

Hambone's Meditations Some o' Dese Heah Greemints

A fragment from Hambone's Meditations notes a character’s talk about greetings and local talk. The piece reads as a dialect poem or column style vignette with humorous or folksy observations.

Paramount Theater Plans Children's Matinees with Stooge Giveaways

Paramount theater manager Benny Bicknell announces a two month series of Saturday matinees for children. Each show offers 25 stooge motion picture machines, an autographed photo of Larry Moe and Curly, a stooge comedy titled Cash and Carry, and a surprise feature on stage or screen alongside Wife Doctor and Nurse starring Loretta Young Warner Baxter and Virginia Bruce. Doors open at 9 am with shows at 9 30 am.

Benny Bicknell Paramount Theater Larry Moe and Curly Loretta Young Warner Baxter Virginia Bruce Moe and Curly

Hollywood Pact Grows As Ed Arnold Tops Pay

Hollywood gossip outlines the Edwards Arnold and B P Schulberg personal contract, noting Arnold's rise from $350 weekly to at least $5 000 on top of the pact. It recalls his 1935 successes and describes PR gimmicks and studio anecdotes about pact girls and spoof stories from press agents.

Paul Harrison Hollywood Edward Arnold B. P. Schulberg Schulberg Arnold Jim Movietown Basil Rathbone Jean Hersholt George Bruce Cabot Cabot

Broadway Buzz and Old-Timer Tales From New York

A miscellany notes Broadway figures and past lives. Eric Maschewitz’s Balalaika set for Broadway with Francis Lederer and Margo. Sessue Hayakawa reportedly wed Michiko Meinl in Budapest. Elissa Landi plans Hollywood exit for writing. Cary Grant once a Coney Island stilt walker. others like Moss Hart and Paul Muni are recalled for early gigs and passions.

New York Manhattan Eric Maschewitz London Broadway The Shuberts Francis Lederer Margo Rouben Mamoulian Eddie Cantor Sessue Hayakawa Europe Michiko Meinl Budapest Elissa Landi Hollywood Cary Grant Coney Island Sinclair Lewis Upton Sinclair Halycon Hall New Jersey Archie Mayo

Downsville Eastern Star Elects 1938 Officers

Downsville chapter No 170 of the Eastern Star elected officers for 1938. Names include Worthy Patron Mrs Mamie Weems Worthy Patron R W Bryan associate matron Mrs Edith Murphy associate patron Robert McGehee conductress Mrs Elma Roye associate conductress Mrs Julia Webb McGehee secretary Mrs Vera Blackman treasurer Mrs Bert McMay chaplain Mrs Mattie Jones marshal Miss Dove Haile organist Mrs Mary Hinton Adah Miss Grace Jones Ruth Mrs Evelyn Price Esther Miss Dorothy Hammons Martha Mrs Ollie Beth Hammons Electa Mrs Robert McGehee warder Mrs Janice Bryan sentinel Sam Jones.

F. S Downsville Order of the Eastern Star Mamie Weems R. W. Bryan Edith Murphy Robert McGehee Elma Roye Julia Webb McGehee Vera Blackman Bert McMay Mattie Jones Marshal Dove Haile Mary Hinton Adah Grace Jones Ruth Evelyn Price Esther Dorothy Hammons Martha Ollie Beth Hammons Electa Janice Bryan Sentinel Sam Jones

Radio Schedule Fragments and Station Listings

Coastal and midwest radio program grid shows NBC and NBC blue networks with a long list of stations and gaggle of programs across CENTRAL EAST and WEST regions. The listing includes Dorothy Gordon Corner east and various musical and talk slots, with notes on network interchanges and time blocks.

Weaf Wnac Midwest Ksd Wmaq Koa Kdyl Wmbs Pacific Kfi Wiw Wien Wsan Weol Wood Wel Web Kark Kgne Keir Kfbk Kern Wmbd Wisn Wibw Nbc-Weaf Wkbb Wtaqg Wkbh Weco Wsbt Kscwnax Kvor Kiz Koh Kskgvo Kfbb Knx Kol Kol Kfpy Kvi Kafo Koy Dorothy Gordon Kathryn Craven Hilltop House V. Bay East Northwestern U West Wabc Margaret Daum Boake Carter Hammerstein Hal Kemp Hollywood Sammy Kaye Guy Lombardo Ted Fiorito Mastera & Tucker Orcs Jack Armstrong Vagabonds Johnnie Johnston Press-Radio Alberta Hunter Billy & Betty Wear Grayson Amos Abe Lyman Court Human Relations Jimmie Fidler Dorothy Thompson Amos 'N’ Andy King Wiz Weyr Wmal Wfil Waby Weller Weky Wsepd Wean Wice Wien Wis Wren Wint Kso Wowo Wetn South Wrtd Wabe Krgv Kfdm Wrol Kris Wibo Wdsu Waga Wsen Kxyz Kio Kyvod Kghf Keo Kfed Rence Clark Dennis Lowell Thomas Escorts v Tom Mix Mary Small Dr. K. Renand Lum Abner Tommy Dorsey Paul Martin Orches Panchito & Orches Maurie Stein William Scotti F. Henderson

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