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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1957
Page
4
The 1957 column critiques funding a state teacher pay raise by taxing natural gas. It notes the governor’s pledge of no tax increase was broken, urges broader tax sharing, and recalls wartime beer taxes used for veterans’ bonuses. It argues education costs dominate the budget and stresses equity in funding sources.
The piece argues a second gas gathering tax would target teachers as a major public payroll group and force broader tax effects through gas rate increases. It notes Louisiana lobbyists push for higher teacher pay while gas consumers pay the cost, predicting a repeat outcome of the first tax as public funds rise.
Reconstruction era debate over federal aid to public schools heats up as supporters argue states can run schools and opponents fear federal control. The piece highlights Theodore Brameld of NYU and his call for a federal educational authority extending to religion and media.
Critics warn that many congressmen overstate public support for the vast dam program. They note organized groups like the Oklahoma Cattlemen and the Soil Conservation Districts oppose dams and urge a watershed focus, suggesting a referendum before further federal funding.
A critical essay argues that federal and state efforts to regulate roadside signs threaten freedom of the press. The author denounces distance limits and funding mechanisms while defending the value of roadside advertising and challenging editorial access. The piece critiques media power and press equal space.
Washington opinion endorses granting jury trials in contempt cases tied to civil rights enforcement. It argues such trials boost public understanding and curb emotionalism, urging Congress to empower juries to decide issues arising from injunctions and related misconduct.
The article recounts Bob Hope filming Beau James with Jim Walker era scenes in Albany 1931. Actor and reporter Bishop joins the set, improvising a news desk run through doors as Hope guides the scene. Elinor meets stars Alexis Smith and Shelvelson. Bishop's premiere comes before the film's release.
In Washington, a long running plea to spare the State War and Navy Department Building, an 1888 granite Pullman car neo classic structure on Pennsylvania Avenue, from demolition. The author recalls press rooms with Stimson and Hull and notes the building's vast corridors and historic, if unattractive, presence.
A reflective piece on how the State Department and Army offices moved from marble halls to the Pentagon and beyond. The author laments wasteful space and ornate details in favor of a simpler, limestone government building, hoping future generations avoid a bloated White House staff.
The answer urges caution and parental involvement in release time religious instruction. It advises avoiding forceful discipline, ensuring teaching aligns with Scripture and historic Christian faith, participating in school affairs to influence curriculum, and using the study to teach children critical thinking and independent decisions.
A London columnist rails at American travelers who advise others on etiquette abroad. He defends Americans as well behaved, tolerant, and gracious, noting their enthusiasm and willingness to enjoy new sights without bragging about home superiority.
The Monroe News-Star traces its founding in 1891 and lists publishers from 1929 to 1952. It details office locations, key staff roles, and Associated Press use. The paper presents itself as independent, printing impartial news and supporting what is right regardless of party politics.
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