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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1925
Page
4
A humorous piece describes private quarrel rooms where spouses can argue away from relatives and pets. Furnishings include coffee pots, vases, rolling pins, and even a dictaphone to record scraps. Some women charge admission to lessons and use the proceeds to fund the room.
A jumble of quotes from several papers lampoons politics gender and manners. The snippets touch on real estate profits self determination marriage and fashion with witty digs and dated slang. No single cohesive event emerges. the clipping reads as a collage of remarks and wry asides.
The piece argues that rural areas dominate national legislation, sizing up the tension between cities and countryside. It warns that cities might seek independence from the nation to set their own laws, claiming such a move would erase the country’s economic and political unity and hurt smaller communities.
Louisiana district attorneys at Lake Charles call for regional prison farms to provide labor for parish prisoners. Critics warn that forced toil may fail without safeguards and could worsen recidivism, urging cautious consideration before statewide adoption.
H. D. Apgar assumes office as Monroe Superintendent of Police in the new year. The News-Star notes his strong local support and confidence in his integrity and ability and calls for public cooperation to uphold law and order as Monroe grows.
The Osages of Oklahoma are described as plutocrats of aboriginal America due to oil and gas wealth. The text notes contrasting wealth among Indians and a pattern of plunder and envy from various outsiders, mentioning sparpers and the impact of mineral wealth this year.
A string of perilous incidents illustrates how fate or luck shields some and claims others. From a parachute jump that ended safely then broke a leg, to a lightning strike while plowing, to a coin flip deciding life or death, the stories urge calm in the face of danger.
A gang begins tearing down the old boarding house beside the Vicksburg Shreveport and Pacific depot to clear the way for a small park. Temple Sinai marks Hanukah with youth activities and an Y M H A entertainment follows. E L Webb sold a Maxwell to Will Broadway of Grayson with Ira Pettit accompanying on the trip.
H Harris a railroad employee and Edna Roberts were married at 6 o clock yesterday at the Catholic rectory by Rev Father C Mahe. Only close relatives and friends attended. The couple left last night for Mansfield to visit the groom's parents Mr and Mrs L M Harris.
Interior Department handed no less than 13 000 to 2 229 persons. Since 1914 Osage on the tribal roll have received over 95 million. Reports say white neighbors profit while Indian heirs lack protection. In 1908 Congress shifted probate jurisdiction leaving Indians exposed to guardians bankers and politicians. Indians strive to safeguard their own interests amid ongoing abuses.
The home of Frank Gartman at Kentucky and Wall streets Columbia La burned Monday night. Fire started in the living room while the family was away and was beyond control when found. Loss includ ing furniture set at about 850 dollars, partly insured. Bucket brigade fought to save nearby property.
Stewart-Warner Safety Council analyzes 3023 US auto fatalities in the first seven months of 1925 across a population of 31 million. Pedestrians account for 68 percent, with smaller shares involving other vehicles, fixed objects, streetcars, trains, and bicycles. rail involvement declining as grade crossings are addressed.
Moscow reports show harsher robberies as bandits steal clothing and valuables from residents on Bolshoi Beuzinski street. Victims endure exposure and fear as winter crime escalates with a rising population and Soviet industry trends noted alongside international language broadcasts.
Notice to stockholders announces the Ouachita Cotton Mills annual meeting to be held Wednesday January 6 1926 from 10am to 4pm at the company office. Purpose is to elect a board of directors and address other proper business. Signed by Guy P Stubbs secretary treasurer.
Louisville reported Ohio River traffic paralyzed by extreme cold. Ice floes endangered the Coffer dams on the Indiana side and a hydro electric dam near Louisville. Boats moved to the Louisville and Portland canal while ice harbors formed along the Kentucky shore. Ice spread above Louisville nearly to the city as temperatures rose from subzero readings.
An old remedy advertises Prescription A-2851 first filled in 1864 and renewed over a million times. A teaspoonful three times daily stops rheumatic pain and relieves swollen joints, with a weekly supply offered for one dollar from 2IM & AMEND at 205 Third Avenue New York.
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