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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1925
Page
4
A humorous government statistic claims over two thousand bigamists last year. The piece mocks polygamy with jokes about multiple wives, rapid marriages, and the marriage license bureau as an employment agency, noting the crime of polygamy but arguing punishment should be limited.
Hon Charles A Dunning Saskatchewan premier born in England 40 years ago today. Maj Gen William A Mann US Army retired born in Pennsylvania 71 years ago today. Edward N Hurley former FCC chairman born in Galesburg Illinois 61 years ago today. Joseph M Dixon Montana governor and US senator born Snow Camp North Carolina 58 years ago today. S Kresge chain store founder born Lackawanna County Pennsylvania 58 years ago today.
General Sir Frederick Maurice arrives in America to deliver lectures on Problems of Armament at Williams College Institute of Politics. A famed British officer, his career saw rapid promotions from captain in 1899 to lieutenant colonel in 1918 and honors including the Queen's Medal and Companion of the Bath. He is noted as a prolific writer and sharp military critic.
A call to observe a week of thoughtfulness for animals and birds echoes nationwide. The piece urges education, stronger protections for horses and dogs, and the possible formation of a Monroe chapter of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. It praises Boy Scouts and stresses reporting abuse.
A Mexican government party visits Monroe this week, seeking firsthand details on the modern dusting system for boll weevil control. The visit underscores U S leadership in pest control and highlights Monroe’s Huff Deland Dusters Co as a local hub. Mexico views locust control as economically vital, even taxing to fund efforts.
The American Classical League reports Latin student numbers exceed those of all other foreign languages in American schools, with an enormous rise especially in the Midwest. The league cites support from leaders like President Coolidge and Justice Taft, and notes classical education strengthens Cabinets in Britain and France. It argues Latin aids understanding English itself.
The reader is urged to accept aging with a constructive mindset. The piece argues time’s passage is inevitable yet personal growth can continue through curiosity, education, and meaningful pursuits, making old age more enjoyable and less fraught with worry.
D. D. Wood, a prominent Ouachita parish farmer and former sheriff candidate, died at his Ward Five home after a long illness. He leaves a wife and children, was active on the police jury and school board, and belonged to the Masonic lodge and Woodmen of the World. Funeral held Saturday.
The Rockefeller Foundation contends urban residents have better health prospects than rural dwellers due to factors like improved sanitation water access and steadier work hours.
Senator David A. Reed of Pennsylvania pursues a lifelong hobby of gathering rare medieval manuscripts and early printing books. The record highlights his monastic texts, first editions, and war service, plus his extemporaneous speaking style and charity to veterans.
A collection of aphoristic lines contrasts truth with deceit and kindness with folly. It treats love, performance, and living well, noting time aids only things built with care and that joy comes from honest connection and generosity.
A New York boy who fled home to see orange groves was found two days later penniless and is now the guest of several Florida newspapers. The incident turns into a publicity boost for both the boy and the state papers with no harm done.
A Rochester Minnesota event marked by awarding a degree to Dr. Charles M Mayo as Edinburgh University head called the city the Mecca of modern surgery highlighting the high regard for Mayo and his work.
An advertisement for Indigesto Tablets claims fast relief from acid stomach dyspepsia gastritis and weak stomachs with a 50 cent trial box and a complete six bottle treatment for five dollars. The box bears F J ONeill Medicine Co St Louis Missouri with New South Drug Store Ltd at 1108 Grand St as supplier.
A health advertisement touts Doan's Pills as kidney support. Monroe resident Mrs. L. H. Henderson reports relief from frequent kidney discomfort, headaches, and dizziness after use. The ad urges readers to buy for 60 cents at dealers, from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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