27 Feb 1942
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1942
Page
1
The article details the mailing room operations at the Morning World and News-Star. Staff speed newspapers to readers in northeast Louisiana by preparing mail lists, labeling sacks, proving subscriber galley lists, stamping names, and wrapping bundles. Daily 980 bundles are produced with inserters on Sundays for combined sections.
The composing room details how copy moves from editorial to type. Linotype machines assemble lines, proofs are checked, and galleys are prepared before make up. Ads use hand-set type from an extensive font collection, with skilled operators shaping headlines and pages.
Private Harley W. Pim handles passes for his unit but in a rush to catch a crucial UCN ERARCNENS in town he dashed off without issuing himself a pass. The incident highlights his expertise and a rare oversight in a high tempo practice.
Officials note that performances by listed individuals including the above named and Ernestine Crowe and others must observe a 1500 foot minimum altitude above ground or water to ensure safety.
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