Monroe News Star Masthead and policy note
The Monroe News Star presents its imprint as an independent newspaper with a presidium and offices across multiple cities. It notes the June 1 1909 post date and the Associated Press rights while outlining contact numbers and department hours.
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John D. Ewing
Monroe
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Branham CO National
New York
Chicago
Atlanta
Dallas
Detroit St Louth
Kansas City
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Los Angeles
Associated Press
Associates Press
Webb
Focal News
Renaive
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Monroe News-Star
The Man Who Fell Down A Well
An essay about a man who falls into a shallow well and survives after hours of fear. It argues that worst fears often prove unfounded, urging endurance, faith, and calm to weather mental torment and avoid unnecessary despair.
Hollywood Sights on English Film Executives Draw Mixed Reactions
Hollywood observers praise English producers for budget discipline and reliability yet note limited success in British markets. James Hilton calls cinema a business needing waste to grow, while Michael Balcon’s trip to lure Boris Karloff sparks tension over story quality and control. C. D. Grinnells later notes whitewash for barn sanitation.
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Hollywood
Michael Balcon
Gaumont-British
Boris Karloff
Balcon
Karloff
Warner Brothers
England
London
Plan to divert youth from crime through 5000 clubhouses
A broad program proposes 5000 boy clubs and recreation centers across the United States to redirect underprivileged youths from street gangs into constructive activity. Led by business and civic groups, the effort would equip centers with sports, manual training, and programs to foster law abiding citizenship, leveraging WPA recreation groundwork.
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America
United States
George
Johnson
Reformatory
Mr. Johnson
Chamber of Commerce of the
General Federation of Women's Clubs
WPA
Ieas
Bora
Supreme Court rule on auto owners duty to inspect tires
The court held drivers must know and inspect parts likely to fail. It recognizes responsibility when a tire blowout or similar flaw causes damage, rewarding a $7.5 award in a related case. Justice Kephart notes detection of worn parts is possible, yet timing of tire blowouts remains unpredictable.
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Supreme Court Asylvania
Kephaz
Bronx barber joins Spanish rebels and faces firing squad
A 24 year old Bronx barber Vincent Patriarca deserts his shop to enlist with the Spanish rebels. His plane is shot down over Madrid and he is captured. He is released by the State Department and returns home to his Bronx barber shop. The piece warns readers about war's true cost and Mussolini’s view of war.
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Vincent Patriarca
Patriarca
Madrid
Fipath
State Department
Bronx
Mr. Patriarca
The Glee Club By George Elliston
Poem fragment chronicles the restless energy of the day and the call to work as the bell nears. Dialogues hint at family voices and urban life, portraying rhythm and strain in labor and art.
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the Glee Club
George Elliston
Fragmentary note on contractor relations with mayor
A broken OCR line mentions a contractor and the mayor in vague terms about friendship or ties. No clear event, date, or locations are readable. Further readable details are unavailable in this fragment.
Quote on George Washington and Jewett Well remark
Fragmentary line references George Washington and a Jewett Well remark and mentions a camanshin in its cu fane. The readable text is sparse with no clear event or sourcing to identify names, dates, or locations. Further context is needed to craft a complete summary.
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Herwatt
George Washington
Jewett
Fiocslan and Calle Goodness Speak of a Hoss
In a fragmented exchange Fiocslan and Calle Goodness discuss a horse and appear to joke about bringing Rom. The text reads as a garbled dialogue with names Florian and Das referenced in passing.
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Fiocslan
Florian
Rom
Fragmentary chat about correct size and fitting
A garbled exchange discusses whether the speaker has the right size and asks to check fit. The dialogue references a clerk and a patient or customer seeking accurate measurements.
Wedding Invitation Mixup Causes Delayed Union
Crandal recalls the bridegroom missing due to a forgotten invitation. The remark by Wilks highlights a humorous hiccup at a local wedding planning scene.
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Wilks
Crandal
Composer-Say Admits Upside Down Melody Publication
A note from Khavierklang reveals the composer-say that their Melody in D flat Minor was published upside down by the publisher. The publication has sparked widespread airplay among jazz orchestras, creating a strong fit for performance.
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Khavierklang
Mike
Two Clerks Quip About Cloth and Censors
A chatty exchange recalls a floorwalker remark about two being of the same cloth. The snippet also notes a quote on blood pressure and mental effort and a joke about Hitler's mustache lasting due to German humor. The text winds through cultural quips and a warning to girls about impulse.
Simpson Talks on Election Funding and Party Roles
The article discusses Kirk Simpson’s remarks on campaign contributions and the potential influence of outside leagues on the upcoming election. It examines how donations and fund flows may shape party strength, with mentions of the Liberty League and Jeffersonians as possible players in the nonpartisan funding landscape.
Stubbs Class to Meet at Memorial Bible Fellowship Hour
Frank Po Stubbs Memorial Bible class of First Presbyterian Church invites wives to tonight’s fellowship hour in the Sunday school room at 6 80 oclock. No speeches, but a good time for all, announced by Rain FE Holcombe, president. Light refreshments will be served.
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Frank Po Stubb
First Pres.s
Rain FE
Holcombe
Grass Fires Extinguished by Monroe Fire Dept
Two grass fires were extinguished yesterday afternoon by Monroe fire department crews. The first blaze was reported at 608 Georgia Street and the second at 346 Jackson Street, with rapid response preventing spread.
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Georgia Street
Jackson Street
Monroe Fire Department
Old Horse Sale Draws Fourteen Four
Local sale event on Thursday grossed 144.25 as bidders gathered near the Virginis venue. Proceeds supported community programs with a focus on the toy shop effort and local shops.
Local notices mention court matters and figures
Fragmentary OCR details reference legal actions and payments in the United States. Names such as Jonah, Mrs. Erina Grant, and Chappell appear alongside sums like 838 310. The text hints at public or police jury matters and a ceremony or holiday context, with uncertain connections to Gaylareni and Suther upany New Or.
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New Or
Hambone's Meditations On A Man Think He Sumpn
The fragment hints at a humorous or dialect driven meditation about a man who believes he is thinking or summing up. The readable bits suggest a playful, rural voice and a focus on intention versus perception. Further specifics are not present in the text.
Mouthwash Science Cites Clears Up Gargle Confusion
A historical health note reviews mouth washes and gargles. It explains that rinsing only cleans surfaces and may not reach infectious material, while strong antiseptic solutions can affect taste and odor. The article contrasts alkaline and acidic antiseptics and notes common additives such as menthol eucalyptus and thymol.
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Andi Cloan Drug Store
Boricith
Five Die in West 3rd Street Rooming House Fire
Five persons perished as flames swept a four story rooming house on West 3rd street. One man, August Frank aged 43, jumped from a third floor window to escape the blaze. Detec tive Chester Moorash of Riverside Plaza called in the alarm as police and fire units arrived at the scene.
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New York
West 3Rd Street
August Frank
Chester Moorash
Riverside Plaza
Radio Gar
Miss Mattie Swayze Returns Home After Operation
Miss Mattie Swayze daughter of Mr and Mrs BR D Swayze was discharged from Vaughan Wright Bendel clinic after an operation and sent home to 709 Jackson Street yesterday.
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Mattie Swayze
BR. D. Swayze
Vaughan-Wright-Bendel Clinic
Jackson Street
Spanish Night Club Waltz Turns To War Fearful Truths
The piece portrays a New York Latin night club where a sultry dancer's finale triggers a tense confession from a proprietor about Civil War fears. The scene shifts to expatriates in Paris and Yukon reminiscences, weaving culture clash with looming conflict and a colorful cast.
Radio Program Schedule on FRIDAY DEC 18 Listed
Radio network listings show scheduled segments across EAST MIDWEST SOUTH MOUNTAIN and PACIFIC regions including Jack Armstrong sketches Little Orphan Annie News and Tonight’s musical lineups with specific times and station names across WEAF WABC and network repeats. The guide notes program changes are possible and lists multiple acts and orchestras with interludes and inter American Congress news.
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South
Wrea
Wotf
Wane
Wave
Wiax Vilas Wwean Wied
Wap
Wyix Weoil
Rved Wey
Whia Wbhap
Kpre Weal Kits
Kirths
Wsoe
wWlar
Pacific
KEW
Gent
East
Jack Armstrong
Seema Glenn
Organ Clain
West
Tom Fix
Inter American Congress
Press
Lucille Manners
Billy
Betty
Wealous
Orpnan
Annie
Midwest
Amosy
N' Andy
Euntonik
Hart Tatten
Unicle Ezra
Edwin C. Hill
Kenrik Willem van Loon
Jessica Dragonetta
O Toe
Oy Abe Lyman
Court of Human Relations
Amos
Andy
King’s Jesters Orchestra
L Coleman Orchestra
Shandor
J. Hamp
Ailey and Fairey Orches
WABC
Ensemple
Animal News Club
Baste
the Veters
Robert Gately
Lowell Thomas
the Twin Stars
Radio Court of Honor
Viviandetta Chiesa
Elza Schallert
Inter-American Congress
Earl Hines
Rch
Glen Gray
Bert Block
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Gasipall
Comades
Bell Senate
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California
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C. D. Grinnells
North Carolina Agricultural Experiment Station
Mussolini
Ward Heeler
You & Scoundre
Bell Syndicate, Inc
Hitler
Kirk Simpson
Washington
Yo Centhoue
Tilberty
Init
Thind
Hha Ky- Wee
Spryas Liberty League
Rlecrevelter
Learuers
Congressionas
Stubbs
Pnambhers S
Prajeotow
MPR
Uote
Bob Phot Herd
Rey Ianis
Ook Ev
Gromatura
Eiterngon
Jonah
Byrn Circle No
Rina Grent
Gaylareni Helidays Wath
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Postu IP
Chappell, Sr
Miss Cuta
Hambone
Georrighs
Ey Pos Bell Syndicate, Inc
Morris Fishbein
Journal of the American Medicavitation
Hygela, the Hearts Magazine
George Ross
Temgue
Tomusig
Sean
Yukon
Dan Meivix
Gerschel
Dan
Dawson City
Gerschet
Lou
Gerscher
Phillips H. Lord
McGrew
Siwash
Fide
Weaf
Winag
Canada
Wepd
Wibin
Wava
Wmbg
Weoa
Wmbd
Kwor
Kgvo
Kibb Coabt
Khj
Kein
Kire
Kol
Kfpy Kyl
Kibw
Kgb Cent
Jack Masters
Kathryn Craven
Etons
de. Nuese Corps
Minweats
Jack—west Bird
Buddy Clark
F Press
Aces
Detroit
Renfrew
the Mounted
Mortimer Gooch
West Billen Tilbe Popeye
Russe Garr
Goose Creek Parson
Boake Carter
Andre Kostetanetz
Hollywood Hotel
Philadelphia
Didgee
Virginia Verril
Hail Kemp
Mortimer Groen
Eddy Ouchin
Basic
Geo. Olsen Orch
Guy Lombardy
Dick Stabile
NGC
Wie
Webr Weal
Wenur
Wren
Wood Weal
Kso
Midwest & Canada
Weby
Kfyr
Erdefor South
Wrya
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