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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1950
Page
2
The column argues over Mrs Roosevelt’s appeal to women while accusing Clare of bowing to pressure groups. It criticizes those who attack public figures and questions the motives of critics, referencing Luce and public character smear campaigns and liberty.
D R Mims fifth district supervisor released unofficial 1950 census totals for Jackson Parish at 15 413 a slight drop from 1940 Jonesboro 3 062 a small rise and Hodge 1 383 a modest gain official Washington figures may adjust these numbers.
Japanese officials push to list party members as sympathizers and move to seize the Communist headquarters. General MacArthur warns the party is an alien pawn, while Tokyo police report no 48 hour prior approval for a planned demonstration. A Communist sponsor vows to proceed. Police say they can handle any trouble.
Tonight at the Assembly of God revival in West Monroe Evangelist Rev. Ernie Reb will speak in Arab attire sharing firsthand insights from his evangelistic tour of 17 countries Pastor Rev. E L Tanner calls it a highly helpful service inviting all to attend The revival ends with Sunday evening services preceded by Sunday School at 9 45 a m The youth evangelist from Alaska delivers the final messages to the public
Two residents evacuated as lava streams cut telephone lines between Alae and Pahoehoe on Hawaii Island. Police report 40 homes likely safe, while 75 people sheltered at Hookena school. Lava entered the sea near Honrunau with a second flow three miles offshore, threatening Kunoa police area. A Pan American pilot described a 30,000 foot smoke plume as Mauna Loa erupted.
The piece denounces public figures and their spouses for hypocrisy in race and power, naming Eleanor and Clare amid broader political infighting. It argues that clever politicking hides selfish motives, praising rivals Vivien Kellems and Hester McCullough for stance against corruption and loyalty tests.
The speaker lauds democracy and public schools as bulwarks while urging graduates to carry forward American ideals. A solo by Jane Blanchard and awards to Ann Varino, Morris Haas Jr., Robert Walker, and others follow. Principal Neal honors Sigma Sigma seniors. Supt. Boyet praises the class and thanks voters for the bond issue.
Military brief notes U S research on a jet carrier bomb and a tank mounted weapon to knock out enemy tracked vehicles. General Collins cites dispersal limits and need for allied ground and air forces to counter atomic threats as tanks and light tanks go into production decisions. Bernie Adams earns unanimous selection to the Eastern Intercollegiate all star team by seven coaches.
Lawmakers voice mixed views on pace with Rep Edward Dubuisson praising gains over prior session while noting slow deliberation. Governor's 140 million highway bond bill clears House and heads to Senate amid talks on constitutional convention civil service revamp and cigarette tax reallocations. Livestock on highways measure gains momentum with a parish ward petition path and broad support from former fee advocates.
Senate debate sparked by FEPC push and Truman program. Senator Byrd noted Florida renomination defeat of Pepper and Graham runoff in North Carolina. Senator Margaret Chase Smith led a Republican split, denouncing tactics as calumny while criticizing McCarthy and urging a Republican victory without fear and bigotry. Truman declined to comment on Smith's remarks.
The drive to pass a senate price practice bill stalled as Majority Leader Lucas pressed for a night session. Kefauver and Douglas refused a fixed voting time until Long agreed to vote, after telephoning from New Orleans that he would come to Washington. The bill, born of supreme court and FTC concerns about basing points in steel and cement, faces critics who warn of anti trust loopholes while proponents cite legal clarity for business practices.
Senator Tobey says President Truman backs full disclosure to a special committee. Kefauver aims to obtain FBI and Treasury narcotics data plus immigration records to map underworld wealth, linking criminals to political figures. Joe Adonis testified on stamp deals as grand jurors probe Ambrose and a $600,000 operation amid stamp speculation.
Swami Santha No. 102 Nomads of Avrudaka will hold a important darbar on Monday June 19 1950 at 8 00 p m at Castle Hall 127 ½ St John St Raminez Brown asks all nomads to attend and bring applications for new nomads with a large supper and ceremonial planned for Saturday June 24 1950 Nomads from Dilwarre San tha No. 53 Jackson Miss Ze nana Santha No. 42 Little Rock Ark and some imperial officers will attend
The Louisiana State Singing Convention meets in Brown Hall Auditorium Monroe on Saturday night and Sunday June 3 and 4. Outstanding singers and quartets from the south are expected, including All Star Quartet of KRLD Dallas, Tri State Quartet, Shreveport Allen Bros. Quartet, Dixie Quartet, Wonder State Quartet, Masonite Quartet of Laurel Miss, with a business session Saturday night to plan a November session.
Villanova College football coach Jim Leonard faces a reduced squad after graduation, leaving only two of the 1949 starting eleven on the roster. The team plans to rebuild with new players and training.
Pan American Import Company of Monroe received a permit to erect offices and a warehouse at 105 111 Eighth Street for 34553 dollars with Frank Eason Construction Company as contractor. A permit to add to a dwelling at 208 Cedar Street for 2050 dollars was issued to Robert Moore using day labor. Ernest C. Bess received four dwelling permits at 1609 Florida Street 1806 1864 and 1610 Filhoil Avenue totaling 19800 dollars, each dwelling permit 4950 dollars with the owner as contractor. A L Vida got a permit for a residence at 1608 South First Street costing 7600 dollars, with Ernest C. Bess as contractor.
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