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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1939

Page

4

Veneer Teas and Numbers Mentioned in Record

A scrambled OCR fragment references multiple numeric codes including 4800 3268 4723 and 5253 with unclear context. No identifiable people or organizations are present to anchor a clearer summary.

Reform Needed to Restore Public Confidence in Louisiana Courts

A editorial lamenting public distrust in Louisiana courts cites poll results showing only about one third of citizens defend court integrity. It urges direct public pressure and political reform to curb partisan justice and restore faith before upcoming elections.

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Postmaster General Farley Promotes New Stamp Series

The postmaster general unveils a planned series of 35 stamps highlighting American life and history. Each month from January to October features a theme from authors to inventors with first sales in notable towns such as Washington Irving in Tarrytown and Cooper in Cooperstown, reflecting community pride.

Farley America Washington Irving Tarrytown James Fennimore Cooper Cooperstown Booker T. Washington Tuskegee Eli Whitney Savannah John Philip Sousa Washington

Gentle signs curb danger by kind urging in Akron

Akron park commission shifts from do not signs to friendly appeals hoping to change behavior. Officials say lenient wording resonates with children and adults, reducing risks without scolding. Other cities may follow Akron’s example to use gentle reminders in public spaces.

the Park Commission of Akron

The Once Over By HL PHILLIES

A satirical piece by HL PHILLIES on the football season ending and the reel of season highlights fading. It contrasts live games with newsreels and movie pictures, noting personal delight in football yet discomfort with filmed depictions. It references Jimmy Roosevelt, Goldwyn, Elmer Twitchell, and the New Haven railroad centennial.

New Haven Associated Newspapers

Our Children by Angelo Patri

A critique of parenting pressure on children to fit adult ambitions. It argues each child has unique gifts and warns against forcing music, acting, or fame. The piece shares anecdotes of parents hoping for radio or screen success, urging natural development and offering a Patri leaflet on truthfulness in parenting.

Mexico Expropriation Policy Impacts Oil and Silver Markets

A Washington Daybook item analyzes the impact of Mexico's 1937 38 oil expropriation and silver policy on U S imports and revenues. It notes sanctions pressure from American operators and declining oil shipments and states that U S treasury silver purchases followed by price cuts hurt Mexican profits. It also discusses uncertain future sanctions and bilateral political calculations.

Mexico United States State Department Germany England Congress Treasury Treasury Boards United States Treasury Cuta

Itch Mite Treatment Emphasized by Dr Fishbein Guide

A health column outlines recognition and treatment of the itch mite. It notes common infection between fingers, spread via direct contact or contaminated fabrics, and stresses that effective care requires medical supervision and proper cleansing to prevent reinfestation.

Mississippi Governor Corrals Mississippi Delegation Visit to Arkansas

In 1924 15 years ago Governor H L Whitfield of Mississippi Mayor Scott of Jackson and Mayor Hayes of Vicksburg led a Jackson party to Monroe arriving at 11 25 am on the V S and PL rail line and planning to stay until 11 pm before departing for Pine Bluff aboard a special Missouri Pacific car. They attend the Hotel Arlingtom opening in Hot Springs after visiting Pine Bluff Rommeldam and other stops linked to Harvey C Couch and Arkansa guests. The American Railways Express will install a new truck delivery system January 2 delaying local needs. Monroe awaits a Chamber of Commerce secretary pick as Sam M Collins resigns effective January 1.

Monroe H. L. Whitfield Mississippi Scott Jackson Hayes Vickburg Mouron V. S. and Pine Duff Missouri Pacific Harvey C. Couch Pine Bluff Arkansas Rommeldam Arlingtom Hot Springs American Railways Express Company

Palestine man leaves hospital after bus crash near Rayville

Marvin Flynt of Palestine Texas, one of three percent of Hurt in a Tri State bus and car collision December 17, was released from St Francis sanitarium to return home. Flynt suffered a fractured vertebra and is not active for a while. Six other crash victims remained hospitalized with varying injuries all reported improving. Mrs Ethel Hereford former dean of women at Louisiana Normal College, Mrs Anna Belle Grier of Portland Ore Edgar Adams and Ananias Williams still in St Francis sanitarium while Mrs Eva Newberry of Rayville and Miss Maggie Tyson of Tallulah remain in Riverside sanitarium. Mrs Hereford remains seriously hurt with skull fracture and cervical vertebra fracture.

Marvin Flynt Palestine Tex Rayville St. Francis Sanitarium Flynt Ethel Hereford Louisiana Normal College Anna Belle Grier Portland Ore Edgar Adams Ananias Williams Eva Newberry Maggie Tyson Tallulah Riverside Sanitarium Hereford

Real estate transfers recorded in Ouachita Parish

Yesterday the clerk of court recorded transfers. William George Stansbury sold to Todd M. Barnes the south half of the northwest quarter of the southwest quarter in section 10 township 18 north range 2 east for 500 dollars and the property was then deeded to Gay Johnson Barnes for 75 dollars. G E Breece and P E Shelby Inc sold to Mrs Fannie Morehead the south half of the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter in section 4 township 18 north range 5 east for 120 dollars.

Ouachita Parish William George Stansbury Todd M. Barnes Township 18 Gay Johnson Barnes G. E. Breece P. E. Shelby

Eastern Star installs new officers at Perryday chapter

Mrs C A Garner assisted by Mrs Louis B Jones as marshal installed the new officers of the Order of Eastern Star Perryday. Officers include L H Young as worthy matron Miller McDougald worthy patron BE Howard associate matron W A Hall associate patron Laurence Allwood secretary Henry Rucker treasurer F F Kaigler conductress Charles Yancey associate conductress H Falkenheiner Adah Bill Cone Ruth M E Armstrong Esther A Arthur Martha and Martha Jones Electra Mary Newton chaplain A J Hodges organist Charles Hunter warden and Laurence Allwood sentinel.

Henry Rucker F. F. Kaigler Charles Yancey H. Falkenheiner Adah Bill Cone Ruth M. E. Armstrong Esther A. Arthur Martha Martha Jones Electra Mary Newton A. J. Hodges Charles Hunter Laurence Allwood Sentinel

Jane Bryan Drama Highlights Warner Broth ers Rift

Hollywood gossip notes Jane Bryan faces demotion to two reelers after refusing a co starring role in Married Pretty and Poor. Warner Brothers disputes her claim she hasn t read the script and urges caution about temperamental disputes.

Hollywood Warner Brothers Jane Bryan Jane Miss Bryan Warners Mum Big

Richard Knight Faces Public Scrutiny In Pago Pago Plot

Richard Allen Knight, once a marquee Manhattan lawyer, plans a self-imposed exile to Pago Pago after a string of court appearances and high profile pranks. The social figure, linked to New Rochelle and the Met premiere escapade, has seen career decline and a turbulent personal life culminating in a second-degree burglary scare that ended in dismissal.

Richard Knight Squire New Rochelle Tommy Manville Dick Knight Metropolitan Opera House Pago-Pago Hivchard Allen Knight Colummns Richard Allen Knight Manhattan Dallas Reno New York Metropolitan

Bonita rat control campaign launched by town

Charles Harp supervised a rat control campaign in Bonita Louisiana with Sanitation Inspector Carnahan and the local Future Farmers of America chapter. The town funded the effort and surplus bait was given to nearby farmers for use on their premises. A note about tires mentions five tires on a typical car contain approximately pounds of virgin rubber.

Bonita Charles Harp Atete Carnahan Morehouse Heaith Future Farmers of America Ranita

Radio Schedule and Programs From December Evening

A detailed list of radio segments for Wednesday December 27 including multiple programs and hours. The schedule names shows hosts and acts such as Burns & Alley, Fulton Lewis, Kay Kyner, Roy Shield, Paul Whiteman, Raymond G. Ewing, and The Love Ranger, covering drama music news and variety segments through late night into the early morning.

Wale-Hagie Healy Stampa Kaitenbor Abner Bheioch Chals Waring Eagg Macy Amos Andy Bhit — Chaewabere Melody Weaver Fulton Lewis Trath Repente Wiere Mr. Koen Howard Sam Barter Johnny Greens Pesree Ilia Garng Mbsa-Net Nbe Tbe-Wixz Paul Whiteman Mbs-Net Love Ranger Elmer Davie Red Allen Whe-Weas Radio Guild Nhe-Wis Theater of Stars Raymond G Weaf Fred Waring Paul Sullivan Ebs-Wabeseen Joneing Music Orchestra Mbs-Chain Till Ohaing Dance Music & News Ebhs Waba Whiteman Cbsew Dance Music Ore Mba Bullivan Ebs Mid Dancing Music Orchestramnbuoe

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