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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1927

Page

2

National Representatives Ad Rates and Addresses

An advertisement listing national representatives and office addresses in New York Chicago Detroit Kansas City San Francisco and Atlanta with carrier subscription rates and payment terms. It specifies telephone contact channels and advance payment requirement.

National E. Katz New York 40Th Street Chicago Michigan Avenue Detroit General Motors Kansas City Waldheim San Francisco Monadnock Atlanta Marietta Street

Library and Bank Compared in Duties and Roles

The piece argues libraries and banks share rules and hours, rely on accurate records, and depend on circulation and income. It notes fireproofing, accessibility, and state supervision, comparing deposits and overdue books to notes and overdrafts, and the dual educational and commercial nature of both institutions.

Lee SH CS Bank Mor United States Louisiana

News-Star Endorses Riley J. W. for Congress in Louisiana Race

The News-Star urges Riley J. W. to continue his Congressional career, praising his committee roles, river and harbor work, flood control advocacy, and federal support for Northeast Louisiana. It argues his loss would weaken regional representation and federal aid efforts.

Ser Congress Louisiang Riley J. W Congresssor Louisiana News-Star Son Loui The Wilson

Flood protection plans urged in Ouachita area

A misspelled editorial note warns that ignoring flood risk jeopardizes permanent protection. Leaders press for timely action to prevent repeated crises, noting the coming year will test business activity in the Twin Cities as they tackle the Ouachita flood threat.

Jress Percy Ssndel Ouachita

Mrs Lindbergh Upholds Refined Taste Against Show Biz Lure

A column praises Mrs. Lindbergh for rejecting a $100,000 offer to appear in film or vaudeville. It argues she chose virtue over money, exemplifying noble character and adherence to timeless standards over sensational fame. The piece contrasts this with other public figures who seek quick wealth through entertainment.

Lindbergh Captain Lindbergh

Parallel and Precedent on Flood Costs in Wall Street View

A letter reprints Wall Street Journal commentary arguing that flood damages in Tennessee Kentucky and states along the Mississippi require federal aid. It questions private funding and notes possible long repayment timelines while urging Congress to act in assisting recovery efforts.

Publis Wall Wall Street America Immune Lang

Flood-Proof Ouachita Parish levee plan urged

Writes that Congress may act to protect Ouachita Parish with a flood long-term levee and drainage system. Claims safety hinges on federal aid while urging readiness to reassure industries and residents regardless of Congress action.

Phantom hubbies and traveling salesmen tease a widow

Medbury jokes about a traveling salesman husband and the woes of a wife left alone. A long absence, late nights, and telephonic kisses paint a caricature of romance on the road. The piece ridicules the idea that absence makes the heart grow fonder while noting the loneliness and schemes of married life.

East Side Girl Re Associated Presa

A fragmentary New York notice mentions Fannie Briere and an Ede girl, with references to preparations and sending the river abroad, likely a society or publishing item with incomplete details.

East Side New York Fannie Briere

Sanatorium contract awarded for St Francis project

Bids opened for the St Francis sanitarium construction and the contract awarded to J. T. Davis of the city. Project cost about 75000 dollars with plumbing heating and elevator work set for later award. Architect Barnes and Father Enant along with Father Marie highlighted the decision at the Catholic rectory.

St. Francis Sanitarium J. T. Davis Barnes Father Enant Father Marie Shreveport Little Rock I. T. Davis

WORTH MORE By Associated Areas

New York producer Woods is worth more than half a million dollars in an affidavit seeking a stay of execution for a $53,419.17 judgment. The filing later cites a figure of 2,013,000 including $1,500,000 in real estate in New York and Chicago.

New York al Woods Chicago

Burma cyclone toll recalled as near three thousand dead

A year ago today a deadly cyclone and tidal wave struck Burma causing a reported death toll near three thousand. Officials and survivors recall the disaster, its impact on towns, and ongoing relief efforts amid the memory of that catastrophe.

Burma

American expert aids draft ita arbitration treaty at Geneva

Geneva June 3 An American juridical expert and president of the American Chamber of Commerce of Paris leads the drafting at Geneva under the League of Nations of a draft convention to aid commercial arbitration. The treaty lets parties select a country for trials and permits execution of sentences abroad without a second trial. Jurists from France Italy Czechoslovakia England Germany and Austria took part.

Geneva American Chamber of Commerce of Paris League of Nations United States Conner France Italy Czechoslovakian England Germany Austria

Big Game Hunting Declared Excessively Marketed Abroad

Paris dispatch notes Ben Ali McAfee, an American mining engineer, criticizes African big game hunting as commercialized slaughter. He recounts a six month tour describing deluxe, guided hunts marketed as wild country experiences. He bought a baby lion in Rhodesia and ships it to a Northern France estate via Cairo.

Paris Africa Ben Ali McAfee Place de L’opera McAfee Rhodesia Fido Cairo France

Millionaire Grand Jury in Chicago Delivers Rapid Indictments

A Chicago grand jury, paying members $20 per session for five days, completed speedy work and returned more than 190 indictments. Four jurors reportedly could write seven figure checks.

Chicago

Debt settlements and domestic policy views discussed

The passage argues for maintaining financial borders and domestic fiscal credibility, urging no repudiation and stressing that settlements with debtors depend on their ability to pay. It notes public opinion favors responsible domestic practice and cautions overreliance on external creditors while highlighting political views on foreign debtors like Britain.

Pheon

Right to Safe Schoolrooms and Child Health Care

A health column urges parents to ensure clean living conditions and proper rest for children, including safe school environments, adequate sleep, and timely eye ear nose throat exams. It emphasizes annual vision checks, removal of adenoids when needed, and parental vigilance against contagious diseases and skin or vermin issues.

George W. Swift M. D Seattle Wash Gorgas Memorial Institute

Capitol Building to Become Museum

Historians clash over whether Colorado's first capitol, a log hut once at Colorado City, still stands or has been moved. Spencer Penrose bought the relic to spare it from destruction and plans to relocate it to Broadmoor for visitors. The dispute pits old settlers against preservationists. The tale also notes a silk fact and a New York drinking anecdote before cutting off.

Colorado Springe Colo Colorado Centennial Colorado City Spencer Penrose Broadmoor Penrose

Franconia Returns Home With Rich Haul Of Spirits

The Franconia arrived back after a five month cruise carrying a cargo of 4 000 bottles of whisky 6 80 of wine and 49 000 of beer stout and lager.

Franconia

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