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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1969

Page

8

Santa and Booby Bobby Deliver Christmas Toys Worldwide

Santa and Booby Bobby unite to fill every child's wish as elves, fairies, and Mrs. Claus prepare treats and toys in Santa Land. They travel the world delivering gifts, promising Booby Bobby new friends and a kinder future, ending with a joyful Merry Christmas to all.

Santa Mrs. Claus Tweedleknees Santa Land Booby Bobby Santa Claus Robert Clarence Hector Lee Bobby

Scrooge Scheme Promises No Christmas This Year

A teletype note from St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office in Slidell reports Captain Ebenezer Scrooge claims Santa Claus Kris Kringle is intoxicated and that there will be no Christmas. The message names a grey haired hippie female Merry Xmas, a red nosed animal, and a 1947 Trixy-Prixy convertible at a roof top barn, but such a plan is deemed doomed to fail.

St. Tammany Parish Louisiana Kris Kringle Santa Claus Kringle Sheriff's Office Slidell Capt Scrooge

Children’s Home Given Funds For New Bicycles

The Sun day School class of Zoar Baptist Church Baton Rouge donated 300 to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home Monroe for bicycle upkeep. In two years the group has contributed three reconditioned bicycles. The project began by the late C H MecCull ey. Clarence Powell, director of cottage life, says the Home appreciates the ongoing support.

C. J. Watson Zoar Baptist Church Baton Rouge Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home Monroe C. H. MecCulley Clarence Powell Cottage Life Caesars Palace Sinatra H’wood Howard Hughes MGM Kirk Kerkorian Hughes Washington Redskins Packers Katie Hepburn Madison Square Garden N.Y. Rangers Knicks Judith Crist Christopher Plummer Royal Hunt of the Sun Lauren Bacall Arni Hendin Tiny Tim & Bride Peter O'Toole Dublin Abbey Theatre

Teen missionary calling and training advice from Billy Graham

The reader asks if a teen can begin missionary work. Graham affirms the conversion experience as the first step, notes the danger of leading others without personal faith, and urges training through Bible schools or colleges while encouraging ongoing evangelism as practical mission preparation. He cites John Wesley and emphasizes learning through experience.

Christ John Wesley America

Airman Thorns Assigned to Security Police Duty

SAN ANTONIO Special Airman Lawrence W. Thorns son of Mr and Mrs Jimmie Thorns has received his first U S Air Force duty assignment after basic training at Lackland AFB Texas He is assigned to a Tactical Air Command unit at Homestead AFB Florida for training and duty as a security policeman Thorns a 1969 graduate of Tensas Rosenwald High School is listed in the notice

San Antonio Tex Lawrence W. Thorns Jimmie Thorns Joseph U. S. Air Force Lackland Afb Tactical Air Command Homestead Afb Fla Thorns Tensas Rosenwald High School

Voice Of Broadway Gossip And Hollywood Drift

A rapid-fire roundup of showbiz tidbits and industry chatter. Notes on Private Lives at Billy Rose Theatre, actors such as Herschel Bernardi Jackie Kennedy Dustin Hoffman and Daliah Lavi, plus TV figures and nightclub scene. Mentions bulbs of Rome New York postings, political figures, and industry deals.

Herschel Bernardis Jackie Kennedy Skorpios Good Housekeeping Patricia Neal Ethel Kennedy Jack Haley Jr Sinatra Viv Linderman Midtown Middle East Sugarman Jerry Sugarman Mohammed Aidid Huntington Hartford Nicol Williamson Maurice Zolotow John Wayne Sheilah Graham Garden of Allah Satan Sharon Tate Dustin Hoffman Godfrey Cambridge Kris Kringle TV Academy Unicef Langwidge Rod Taylor Palm Beach Jockey Club Shirley Temple Charles Black Sanford Garelik Sy Regan N.Y Bob Mitchum Robin Moore Daliah Lavi Israel Jacqueline Bisset Caesars Palace Las Vegas Washington Post Veep Agnew Anti - Commie Z. Brzezinski George Ball William Bundy Tammy Grimes

New COG Policy May Cut Federal Funds

The Council of Governments adopts a policy requiring local bodies to review projects before submission to federal agencies. Ouachita Parish Police Jury faces funding risk as it lacks an area wide plan and is not a COG member. Districts named include Claiborne Sewer, Cheniere Sewer, and Cheniere Water in West Monroe.

Council of Government COG Ouachita Parish Monroe W. L. Howard Howard Department of Housing and Urban Development West Monroe Claiborne Cheniere Cheniere Water

Feasibility Study Funds Sought By District Council

North Delta Economic Development District Council seeks a 75667 grant for a 12 month feasibility study of horticulture crop production, marketing and processing in Northeast Louisiana. The study, supported by 30 agricultural experts, would be conducted by LSU with EDA funds and in-kind local support.

Louisiana North Delta EDA Cooperative Extension Service of Louisiana State University Monroe LSU Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service William T. Hackett Jr Department of Commerce and Industry Dave L. Pearce Allen J. Ellender Russell Long Otto E. Passman Kermit Traxler West Carroll Produce Association George S. Lensing Industrial Development Board Parish of East Carroll

Two Buildings Damaged Here During Blazes

Ouachita Parish Fire Department responded to two house fires near West Monroe on La 616. A White’s Ferry Road Church of Christ day care house sustained minor attic fire from a door bell transformer. Wesley Rake’s Calhoun home also had minor damage from an electrical short in a two way socket. Three units fought the Winnsboro Road grass fire.

Ouachita Parish Arkansas Road West Monroe White's Ferry Road Church of Christ G. F. Aiken Wesley Rake Rt. 1 Calhoun Winnsboro Monroe

District and Drew Water District dispute quoted advice

West Monroe Mayor W B Hatten urged the district to obtain authorization, saying it is past time to act and that the council must comply or risk ongoing delays. He warned residents could endure septic tanks and likely poor water systems in the parish.

Drew Howard West Monroe W. B. Hatten

How To Keep Well Painted Tooth Cavities Studied

A new plastic resin painted on teeth sets with ultraviolet light to form a hard invisible film. Dr. Theodore R. Van Dellen and Dr. Michael Buonocore test the material under a National Institute grant, noting benefits for denture wearers and remote areas while acknowledging incomplete efficacy on filled teeth. Dextranase and improved brushing combine with fluoridation for decay control.

Michael Buonocore Eastman Dental Center Rochester N.Y National Institute of Dental Research

Question on medical topics by mail with stamped self address

The notice states that questions on medical topics will be answered by mail if a stamped self addressed envelope accompanies the request.

Lung Collapse Question From A I B Authors

A. I. B. asks whether injecting air into a collapsed lung can restore function. The query seeks medical guidance on reexpansion of a pneumothorax and potential risks or effectiveness of air infusion as a remedy.

Two ways lung collapse occurs

The text explains pneumothorax when air enters the pleural space compressing lung tissue until it collapses, and also when a plugged bronchus traps air that is absorbed, causing the lung to collapse over a few days.

Bananas and Belching N. T. writes a peculiar note

A vintage column notes a reader over 60 who eats one to two bananas daily, linking the humble fruit to digestion quirks and urban curiosity in a light, anecdotal fashion.

N. T

Arterial hardening and foot circulation

E. P. explains that arteries must be 70 percent blocked before symptoms of poor circulation to the feet appear. A leaflet on limb blood flow is available by sending a stamped self addressed envelope with a request.

E. P

E P asks why diet pills make him nervous like a cat

The writer wonders why taking diet pills triggers nervousness similar to a cat's agitation. He seeks an explanation for this reaction and how to manage or prevent it.

E. P

Amphetamines and thyroid linked to stimulant effects

The text notes that stimulants like amphetamines and thyroid can cause a keyed up and nervous state. It emphasizes the adverse reaction to these substances as stimulants.

Today's Health Hint crack on stuffing timing

A health note suggests stuffing a bird just before it goes into the oven rather than the night before to reduce spoilage risk. It emphasizes safety by limiting time in the danger zone and promoting proper cooking practices.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Chapter Scrooge Coronado Club Tom Ge Somes T & Sat Hi-Way Ace Cannon Children’s Home Billy Graham M.W Twin City Mall Voice of Broadway Jack O'Brian Billy Rose Eugene McCarthys Bivin Eae Road J. Kelly Nix NDEDD Millard K. Neptune Southwestern Area The Economic Development Administration Austin Katharine Ross Hellfighters Universal Picture Technicolor Panavirion Sis McOlor Universal Martin Milner P.M James Bond Rialto West Theodore R. van Dellen Anwar Ack Eastgate Mae Bas Ames H Nicholson Samuel 2 Ariloff Pes Senta Lil Dullea Berger ' Palmer John Huston Alfred the Great King Pamavey Stetere Prene Colune Fitzwilly
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