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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1944

Page

2

Steele to Face Lozano in Thursday Main Event

Promoter Gus Kallio books Jack Stinger Steele world light heavyweight champion to defend against Argentina grappler Garza Lozano in the main bout Thursday night. The curtain-raiser features George Curtis and Cacoma with nine o’clock start when crowds expect heated exchanges and Lozano’s brutal tactics.

Garza Lozano Argentina Jack Stinger Steele Lozano Kallio Curtis Boys George George Curtis Jack Curtis Charro Cacoma

Grandma's Penetro promotes quick relief for chest colds

Millions switch to mutton suet powered Penetro for chest cold relief. The multi medicated formula acts as counter irritant and pain reliever while inhaled aroma soothes raw chest and loosens phlegm. Drugstores advertise 25 cents, double supply 35 cents.

America Grandma

Offenbach and Dustman win in Tropical Park inaugural Handicap

In Miami on December 26 Offenbach and Dustman from Woolford Jarman and Greentree Stables claimed the two divisions of Tropical Park’s Inaugural Handicap. A near record crowd watched as Silvestra and Quienes also ran strong shows. Dusunan and Sophocles provided sharp finishes in their respective races. Dustman paid 11.79 across the board with Sophocles at 4.70 and Hasteville at 10.18.

Miami Fla Offenbach Greentree Dustman Tropical Park MTL A. M. Bank Woolford Jarmn Silvestra Quienes Quien Es G. L. Stutth Eadie Arcaro Dusunan Sophocles Hasteville

Philadelphia boxing results and trivia note

In Philadelphia a pair of boxing results are listed with outpoints for Gite Bi New York over Dorses Las by 13S2 and Jackie Saunders over Johnny Aislen by 201. The piece also explains the origin of the word pomegranate from Latin parnuin meaning apple and gratatum meaning full of seeds.

Ase Ha Philadelphia New York Dorses Las Jackie Saunders Johnny Aislen Phiadelphia Parnuin

Southern all-stars prepare passing attack for Blue-Gray game

In Montgomery Alabama on December 26 the Southern all-stars sharpened passing plays led by Charlie Trippi with Y A Tittle and Pete Layden. Receivers include Ted Cook Dewell Rushing Dub Lamb and Jack Russell. Northern coach Lynn Waldorf warns of a tough showdown as line strength favors the Blues but backfields favor the South.

Montgomery Ala Southern All-Stars Charlie Trippi Georgia University Air Force Gremlins Y. A. Tittle Louisiana State Pete Layden Texas Randolph Field Ted Cook Alabama Trippi Dewell Rushing Florida Dub Lamb Maxwell Field Jack Russell Layden Curtis Kuykendall Auburn Bobby Long Dewey Eldredge Lynn Waldorf Northwestern Waldorf

Duke Blue Devils Resume Practice for Sugar Bowl

Duke University in Durham resumes practice after a two day Christmas break for the Sugar Bowl game versus Alabama. Coach Eddie Cameron plans workouts in New Orleans and Sugar Bowl stadium as 38 players and two student managers travel. Gene Wilhoite is out with a broken ankle.

Durham N.C Duke Blue Devils Alabama Dukes New Orleans Eddie Cameron Gene Wilhoite

Bears win NFL title with Luckoon five TDs

Chicago triumphs in year ago season final scoring 41 21 as Sid Luckoon throws five touchdown passes setting a playoff record. Frank Kovacs tennis debut beats Don Budge 6-4 2-6 6-4 at Madison Square Garden. Cincinnati Reds edge toward new contract for Frank McCormick at 16 060 salary. Brooklyn Dodgers acquire Stanley Bulldogars from Sacramento and outfielder Johnny Frederick with Art Heving for 40 000.

Alte Todev Chicago Bears Saampung Washington Myoplovacf Chicago Sid Luckoan Thaew Paexoff Frank Kovacs Don Budge Madison Square Garden Frank McCormick Cincinnat Reds Brooklyn Dodgers Stanley Buldagars Sacraments Johnny Frederick Art Heving

Rose Bowl teams set for scoring spree in clash

Pasadena report previews January 2 Rose Bowl as a high scoring battle between Tennessee and Southern California. USC features Cravath era offense with fast starts and tricky plays led by Jim Hardy and Buster Stephens. Tennessee counters with strong passing and versatile triple threat attack led by Stephens and solid lines. Replacements have strengthened both squads as a sellout crowd awaits the game.

Pasadena Calif Tennessee Southern California Jeff Cravath Trojans San Diego Naval Training Station Cravath Phe Jim Hardy Calfornia Stephens Elineet Crittenden Old Heck Callanan California

Acadia Race Entries Highlight New Orleans Card

Twelve entries at Acadia featured a large field for the long pace with horses including Brownie and Defense, plus top contenders like Little Fiver and Madame Manis. Officials announced a second day program despite a packed field as crowds wagered heavily, with about $305,000 bet on yesterday’s races and $200 added for a Choristers handicap.

New Orleans Doo Opicioa Teers Etfie Ab Dtpetre Trace Bere Mowat Little Fiver Bona Doundawatt Bona Waid Phare Michuain Madame Manis Aid Totus Pabog Ais J.J. Rettny

Meehan to Tour West In Pro Football League Bid

Chick Meehan plans a West tour to promote a Trans-American Pro Football League with Denver and Los Angeles stops. If successful it could challenge the National League and push toward an American league structure with professional clubs and on-field facilities.

New York Chick Meehan New York University Denver Los Angeles Chick Edo National

Alabama Team to Leave Wednesday for Sugar Bowl Games

The Alabama football squad plans to depart Tuscaloosa on Wednesday for the Sugar Bowl. Coach Bear Bryant emphasizes defense and polishing techniques in practice as the team prepares for the game against Duke.

Alabama

Missing Negro Found Dead Near Dairy Thickets

Will Wheatley, an elderly former city janitor, was found dead in thickets near Svayre's dairy after being reported missing since early December. Authorities believe natural causes led to the death. race and identity were noted during the report and investigation.

Samuel Mckee Negra Louise Apneasinlle Monroe Police Department Finntigl Svayre Rae F Pettit AL. Carnett J.T French Will Wheaties Wheatley Menine I Tas

Police Probe Two Minor Burglaries

Monroe police investigated two minor burglaries in recent days. Bill Roberson's store at 2002 DeSiard Street was entered by smashing the rear door, with groceries and other items taken and replaced by a sack of groceries. Serve-A-Grocery at 1806 North Third Street was broken into but only food items appeared missing. A corner mail box at DeSiard and ath streets was blasted, scattering mail. two young Black boys were seen fleeing the area.

Monroe Bill Roberson DeSiard Street L. G. Parker W. W. Cummings D. T. Flanagan Leo Fleming North Third Street F. C. Culpepper Grayling Lane DeSiard Ath G. A. Hollingsworth Iusc

Midwest Braces for Bitter Cold Wave Sweeps Across Region

A brutal cold front grips the Midwest dumping subzero readings from Dakotas to Wisconsin. Chicago reports around 7 below zero with some areas reaching 22 below, while Minnesota and Iowa endure extreme lows as the system moves southeast.

Midwest Dakotas Muiinecota Nebraska Winconsam Iowa Noneera Central Wires Bieana Upper Michigan

Funeral notices from Bastrop and Winnsboro area readers

Obituaries and funeral notices for Thomas Aurn Case of Lock Arbor and James L Carroll of Bastrop recount services, interments, and survivors. Case’s rites were at Jack Arbor Church with Davis Lawhead Funeral Home handling arrangements. Carroll’s memorial at Highes Chapel Church followed by burial in a nearby cemetery with Southern Funeral Home in charge.

Leetorites Heney Gaston Texas Avenues Dachaet Hall Eed Bob Lenafuid Gaston Aa Thomas Aurn Case Lock Arbor Hauit Hines Jack Arbor Church Foster Pollock Leck Arbor Cemetery Davis Lawhead Funeral Home Case Bonnie Cate Ruth Lagam Moss Moss Ciwen Care, West Monroe, Four Sons Lew Case, Oak Helge Tenn J. Case Camp Livingston Paul Case Army of New Guinea Bruen Case Lock Arbo Pearl Case Perry Case Lock Aber Sherry Lee Stubbe Minte Mero Bk. Stubbs Winnsbury J. A Meadows C. B. Hall Winnsboro Pre Mill Lilly Island Mulhearn Funeral Home James L. Carroll Bastrop James L. Cariail Highes Chapel Southern Funeral Home Louisiana W. E. Carroll James Caroll Alvert Carroll Cotton Valles A. W. Carroll Mayhield Kyana A. ©. Carroll Holly Ridge Mire E. B. Lively G. M. Lively Columba It T. Robinson

Diplodocus Dinosaurs Consume Vast Diet

Scientists estimate the ancient dinosaur Diplodocus reached about 109 feet in length and required a daily diet of roughly 700 pounds to sustain its massive frame.

Markets at a Glance and Cotton Futures Across Cities

The section notes mixed markets with stocks down and rails faltering in New York while bonds wobble. wheat, corn, rye show strength in Chicago. hogs rise 25 to 35 cents with tops around 14.75. cattle steady to 17.75. New Orleans reports holiday dullness in cotton futures, with steady spot prices and modest gains later in the day. New York cotton futures hold steady to modest gains as traders await policy clarity, with spot cotton rising slightly in late trading amid tight supply.

New York Chicago New Orleans Washington

Grain and stock markets mixed after Christmas trade

U.S. and Chicago markets showed uneven moves with wheat and corn up modestly while oats and rye posted smaller gains. In New Orleans, thieves looted a motor company, stealing cash and a Christmas bound bookkeeper’s records.

New Orleans

Potatoes and Groceries from Chicago Ledger

Fragmentary shopper item list from Chicago region appears with prices and receipts. Names and line items mention potatoes and related groceries, alongside stray numbers and abbreviations.

Indians Not Treated Right Sparks House Report

Washington report on a ten month investigation criticizes U S policy toward Indians noting failure to meet obligations and calls for restoring essential services while warning the government may abolish the Indian office within years. The same dispatch notes civilian shortages for January rubber allocations cut from December levels affecting tires for passengers and heavy commercial use.

St Johns Day Observance Banquet and Installation Night

Graham Lughnur Lodge No 33 and Western Star Lodge No 44 plan their annual banquet and officers installation at the Masonic temple on Wednesday evening December 7 at 7 oclock. A large attendance is expected and all Masons are invited.

ST. John's Graham Lughnur A. M Western Star Lodge A M Wail Offwer Masonic Temple

Northeast Junior College Auditor's Notice for Bid Opening

The Northeast Junior College announces a public bid opening and reading of bids for engraving of the annual audit at the Auditor's office in Northeast, to be held January 16, 1944, with bids obtainable at the Northeast Juror College Auditor's office and a prior December 26, 1944 deadline.

Dua College Devo Leurana & Uniersits Fred G Dubier College Lewoane Biste Wil Auditors Office Logiatians Northeast Junator Lege Sturree Lecharia Noriheret Joos Colege Petenvers Reg

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