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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1939
Page
4
The piece argues Japan’s conquest of China falters as guerrilla resistance grows north of Hankow. It notes the strain of a prolonged war, mounting costs, and disrupted foreign trade, with Japan facing financial pinch and rising civilian casualties. It questions whether the effort pays.
Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler of Columbia University explains he refused a 9 million dollar donation to avoid strings attached that would restrict teaching and thinking. He argues universities must remain free from donor control even when funded by private gifts.
Electrician's Mate Maness faced a life saving test when a bulkhead door between the flooded area and control room must be closed. In a split second he acted without hesitation, showing how military training breeds automatic discipline. His action likely saved the entire crew.
William Allen White says he knows nothing about foreign affairs and will not discuss them. The piece notes the United States has a world covering Department of State tasked with foreign knowledge and questions why guidance from State is not utilized.
A tale portrays a leader urging obedience and progress while citizens question, seek signs, and demand direction as they slide into uncertainty. Skeptics push for input and plans, but the ruler accuses critics and offers no concrete solution, leaving people stranded and anxious.
A mother guides a toddler through growing pains using safe handling of objects. It advises poison-free exploration with mystery bags and boxes to teach limits without damaging possessions. It notes different learning stages and suggests practical parental methods. The piece ends with a note on obedience guidance and a Bell Syndicate release. Great Britain questions Italy's Albania plans, hinted by a shotgun wedding remark.
Washington Daybook notes Senator Reynolds faces diplomats fearing his sharp tongue on the royal visit. References to his New York speech about Europe and Britain, plus concerns over guiding tours and a shift in rotunda lore as the king and queen prepare to arrive.
On June 1 1924 one hundred twenty eight Monroe Boy Scouts left for Camp Cheniere in trucks for the first camp period. Over 130 are registered with total attendance expected by tomorrow as tents and pool are prepared.
Jonesboro La June 1 Special renovation and a new boiler are under way at the Hodge community cannery. Plant operation will start within weeks as tomatoes become a key cash crop alongside cotton. Last year the cannery produced 15 000 cases of tomatoes in about two and a half operating days. The Jackson Parish Farm Cooperative elected R L Dickerson as general chairman and contracted Desauche and Son Opelousas to buy crops in carload lots along the Tremont and Gulf railroad.
LUBBOCK Texas and President Clif ford Jones obtained survey maps authored by O Henry while he worked for the Texas General Land Office. The works show his artistic touch including drawings of a coiled rattlesnake a jackrabbit and a cowboy with a lariat.
A readers' health quiz tests knowledge on cancer trends meat digestion office calories cold care and snoring. Answer explanations confirm: deaths from cancer rise with aging but are not contagious. meat provides protein iron vitamins. 3900 daily calories suits office work. rest and medical advice for colds. snoring from mechanical nasal throat factors worsened by sleeping posture.
President Roosevelt misses the annual White House dance for newspaper men due to a slight cold. Mrs. Roosevelt greets 1,700 guests as heat drives dancing to terraces and lawns. Mrs. Roosevelt dons a cotton dress while Secretary Wallace notes fashion choices for upcoming meetings.
Hollywood gossip notes from Jimmie Fidler recounts visits to the Thunder Afloat waterfront set at Metro, praising authentic background work and the traits of various extras. The column lampoons stars, gossip, and studio quirks, mentioning Joan Crawford, Mary Pickford, Doug Fairbanks, Hedy Lamarr, and others, with sensational asides about personal lives and industry denizens.
John D Rockefeller Jr. corrected a Rockefeller Center misspelling on a Broadway billboard by calling the agency. painters fixed the sign within hours. The piece also notes New York visitors misjudge locals and reminisces about Viennese cafes and Brooklyn farm scenes. Crosby Gaige promotes spices by sprinkling his stationery with cloves and cinnamon.
The seventh grade will hold graduation exercises Friday at 10 am in the parish high school auditorium. The first honors go to Owen Johnson and Sallie Ann Ware with 40 top students leading the program. The event celebrates Louisiana history and resources with talks reflecting state features and history. Public attendance is invited.
Thursday June 1 radio lineup lists Edwin Hill aviation talk. Beaverville sports talk. Collins, Lowel Thomas. The All Sitar Revue and Primrose String Quartet. major Bowes amateurs. John Steele. Crosby Burns. Amos & Andy repeats. Bob Howard piano hour. dancing music and 2 hours of late-night features across CBS schedules with multiple orchestras and choruses.
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