04 Feb 1940
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1940
Page
1
Letters from Bastrop Delhi and Monroe discuss state finance and the 1940 governor race. Advocates critique Sam Jones and Jimmie Noe, praise Earl Long, warn of sales tax and payroll abuses, tout homestead exemptions, and call for honest elections and cooperation.
A local reader argues for cooperation and loyalty to Mr Jones, blasting non cooperation as causing losses to crops and property. The letter cites Matthew 6 24 to defend Mr Jones and condemns his accusers as false while affirming ongoing support for Jimmie and Jones.
A Louisiana reader urges support for Sam Jones for governor, arguing he is an honest lawyer who fights for the poor and is not a corporate tool. The letter contrasts Earl Long with Jones, cites Huey Long era figures, and appeals to Confederate veteran voters to back Jones on February 2, 1946.
A reader from Olla expresses loyalty to Huey Long era politics while urging support for Sam Jones as governor. He recalls backing James A. Noe and notes Noe's alliance with Jones as a path to change, promising continued effort to win voters on February 20 and beyond.
A Quitman Louisiana appeal urges Confederate veterans to vote for Sam Jones on February 20. The message promises a clean government and invites all old residents to the mansion to discuss concerns, asserting strong support for Jones and pride in old Louisiana.
A letter urges Louisianans to vote for Sam Jones on February 2 to oppose the “gang of crooks” in the governor's office. It recalls past promises by Farl Long Leche and Ellender about pensions and universal goods, arguing Earl Long’s legacy and Huey P Long’s would be ruinous. A separate note condemns anti Italian prejudice and defends Italian Americans in public life.
Ex servicemen defend Sam Jones and denounce Mrs Warren Hunts claim he did not serve overseas. Letter argues veterans supported Jones in Louisiana governor race and notes pride in serving, while criticizing political bias and party lines.
J T Rove Jr of 206 Cover Avenue West Monroe was injured in a crash when his heavy automobile struck the Triangle Service station on Highway 8 West Monroe. The accident occurred at 4 am Sunday January 14 and he was reported in improved condition at St Francis Sanatorium.
A newspaper ad touts Udga Tablets containing bismuth to coat the stomach lining and prevent irritation from foods like steaks and corn beef. It claims relief from ulcer stomach pains indigestion gas heartburn and related excess acid symptoms with a money back guarantee.
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