Hedy Lamarr and Hollywood pay disputes in 1950s mix
Jimmie Fidler notes Hedy Lamarr balks at MGM visa terms and Cuban location work while demanding a large inheritance style payment plus ten percent for her agent. The studio backed off and may skip future offers. Contemporaries recount Linda Darnell on No Way Out and a jab at Janet Leigh Jet Pilot scenes with Howard Hughes.
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Subscription rates and newspaper details
Subscriptions for Daily and Sunday News-Star and Morning World shown. Rates by mail in northeast Louisiana list 1, 3, 6 and 12 month options with combinations for Daily and Sun, World. The Monroe News-Star presents its affiliation, offices, contact numbers, and policy statements, noting second class matter at Monroe post office since 1909 and independence in editorial stance.
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China Recognition Debate Signals Cold War Tussle
James Marlow reviews U S policy options on recognizing the new Communist government in China. He notes Acheson’s three tests for recognition, the North Atlantic balance with the iron curtain, and the strategic question: what benefit does recognition bring to the United States amid potential splits with the Soviet bloc.
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Jerusalem dispute tests UN control and many nations
A newspaper opinion argues that Israel defied UN trusteeship over Jerusalem by declaring it capital, risking peace and undermining the authority of the General Assembly. It urges Israel and Jordan to accept UN proposed solutions to avoid one sided maneuvers and uphold the rule of law while noting broader political motives and stalemate.
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Rich proposal for all federal workers to undergo mental exams
Henry M'lemor critiques Representative Robert F Rich for suggesting universal psychiatric exams for federal employees. He mocks the idea, questions cost and practicality, and shares a personal anecdote about dreams linking Roy Howard, Sinclair Lewis, and Dorothy Thompson, ending with a note about consulting a psychiatrist.
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Angelo Patri on Messy Yet Beneficial Home Occupations for Young Children
Angelo Patri argues for indoor occupations for children under six to keep them busy and relieve mothers. Messy activities like modelling with water, clay, or painting develop effort and skill, but require preparation and supervision. He notes risks with water play and suggests supervised use, proper space, and occasional nursery schooling as safer options.
Pricey Advice From Dr Anderson Sparks Reform Rift
The speaker condemns Dr Andersons high rates and decries Rep Rich Pennas idea. The narrator laments affordability and jokes about medical pricing while urging political scrutiny. The piece, distributed by McNaught Syndicate, ends with a provocative challenge to Richs early thoughts.
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DDT Use Questioned For Wildlife and Human Health
Researchers from the U S fish wildlife service and partners study how toxic controls like DDT affect both harmful pests and beneficial life. Dr Joseph P Linduska, a wildlife management expert, emphasizes evaluating hazards to humans wildlife soil and plant life while noting varied public attitudes toward DDT and its long term impacts. Studies aim to clarify cumulative effects and safer outdoor use despite early fears about environmental risks.
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Questions and Answers from a Historic Quiz Sheet
A collection of brief Q and A items covers topics from dinosaurs and human emergence to Fredericksburg Sunday houses, puppy age, shoe history, Woodrow Wilson and Warren Harding, and rural mail box placement rules.
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Stalin succession likely among three hard men in Politburo
Mackenzie's Column analyzes how Stalin's health and grip on power shape the possible succession. It identifies three top contenders Molotov, Baria, and Malenkov, detailing their roles, ruthlessness, and influence within the Soviet system as observers weigh who could succeed the ailing dictator.
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Christmas Spirit and the True Meaning of Sharing
Hal Boyle reflects on Christmas as a season of warmth and belonging, contrasting poverty with loneliness and urging gentleness. He cites a shabbily dressed family and cites Luke Roark Bradford on Santa and Jesus, arguing the era’s moral search and a hope to make peace a lifelong career.
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Inauguration Funds Split Among Local Charities
Profits from January inauguration events are to be divided among the Community Chest, Florence Crittenden Home, and the Home for Incurables. The largest share of an estimated 30 000 to 40 000 dollars will go to the Florence Crittenden Home according to organizers.
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Chest Shares Yet To Be Decided
The Chest remains unsettled as discussions continue on how to allocate exact shares. No final distribution or percentages have been announced, and stakeholders await a formal decision.
Terzia May Run for Congress in Fifth District
TERZIA MAY RUN FOR CONGRESS SHREVEPORT Dec 23 Special Leo F Terzia a Monroe businessman said he may be a candidate for the United States House of Representatives from the Fifth Congressional District in 1950 He has business interests in Bastrop and Monroe and on a trip to Shreveport with his son said if he decides to run he will issue a formal announcement later Terzia a former state senator for Morehouse and parts of Lincoln Union and West Carroll parishes served 1932 to 1940 is WWI veteran and belongs to American Legion VFW and Masonic Order He reacted to Otto Passman Monroe who announced a governor bid and wants reelection to Congress
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Crossword Clue Pack Reveals Hidden Words
A set of crossword style clues includes entries such as Color Ahead and Roam about with terms like Waistcoats and Terminate. Other hints reference Utmost limits Lads Fortification Pouch Warmth and a long narrative poem. Also notes a River in Scotland and a Dry clue for puzzle enthusiasts.
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Puzzle Solutions From Yesterday's Clues
List of solutions includes 2 percent Oriental dwelling 3 On a vehicle 4 American general Note of the crow Seedless plants Barked No longer active Winged Vehicle on wheels Insect Be sufficient Marry again Relinquish Reference table Weaken Extreme suffering Grants the use of Assumed an attitude Seventh inning routine Short-napped fabric Narrow Groups of related species Geological period Manufacturer Sacks on a baseball field Consequential Few Finial Ribbed cloth Conjunction Sheep
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