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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1930
Page
4
The Monroe News Star publication details its morning and evening editions, ownership by News Star World Publishing Co in Tewing, and Associated Press news rights. It lists staff titles, pricing, and national advertising representatives across major cities.
The piece recalls Simon Bolivar as the Washington of South America, noting a December 17 centennial of his death and praising his military reach and leadership. Major Henry Rowan Lemiy’s remarks are cited as an honest report, urging greater awareness of Latin America’s history and its people, trade, and culture.
The article notes the expansion of schoolboy traffic patrols across the United States and links safety improvements to patrols. It cites that many cities have reduced traffic deaths since June, while overall injuries and fatalities rise due to adult disregard of safety messages.
Column argues doctrines of thrift adapt to economic conditions. In prosperity saving supports stability, but hard times require spending surplus to stimulate activity. Saving praised yet cautioned as sometimes costly to health and well being. Ends noting timing as a key factor.
John Blake argues crime thrives when public indifference allows gangsters to operate unseen. He calls for stronger civic pressure against organized crime, comparing crime control to disease eradication and urging readers to act instead of just complaining.
A light feature notes a map of 387 speakeasies in Washington published by the Crusaders and hints at awaited endorsement from the American Automobile Association. A humorous verse ends with a punch line about a man who vanishes after a nose punch and a playful dig at fame.
Readers submit questions to the Monroe News Information Bureau in Washington for factual replies. Questions cover topics from first aid at airports to famous figures, with concise answers and named sources. the page lists several Q and A items and ends abruptly with a request to name two prominent figures.
Dr Sage Galdston explains fracture emergencies noting green stick fractures common in youth while simple fractures may become compound through improper handling. He warns sharp bone edges risk infection if movement or force worsens a fracture and underscores timely aid for speedy recovery.
Hollywood notes outline how film studios routinely test extras for silent and talkie roles. Candidates endure silent trials with multiple angles, then short actual scenes to judge voice and delivery, with nervous first takes sometimes shot blank. Tests are filed for future casting reference and potential opportunities.
Perishable fruit now travels by air with a Lucerne harvest sent to London in the same day. A new "straw berry air special" highlights rapid transatlantic distribution.
Studios freely lend tests of players to each other and past film tests determine new assignments. John Holland Olive Tell were cast in Ladies' Man on tests made for other companies. Established stars' recent pictures serve as tests. many tests of unknowns are stored or forgotten, but some rise to notice such as John Wayne Richard Cromwell Frances Dee Edwina Booth.
Mrs S E Robinette and Miss Sarah Robinette visit Clo linston as guests of Mr and Mrs F McCormick. The Anders and Duncan families spend weekends visiting relatives in Calhoun Plaquemine and Port Gidon hosts J W Duncan D G Trousdale guests Wordsworth Shreveport. Reverend Robert Randle preaches at the Methodist church. Louise Dobrowoliski Western Union manager holidaying in Port Gidon. C G Breard from Shreveport to spend holidays with D A Breard family.
A dense scan of daily broadcast schedules lists programs by time and station across WEAF WABC WIZ WLIB and others. Entries include literature drama musicals news dance hours and variety shows with multiple network links and airmail notes.
The federal judge argues amendments should be ratified by state conventions rather than legislatures. He notes a convention would reflect voters’ views and could be chosen to focus on the grave issue. He discusses Article V and the possibility of initiating amendments via a national convention someday.
A collage of quotes discusses unemployment relief and saving hardship for agricultural workers. It also critiques marriage as a lottery and suggests science as a framework for matrimony.
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