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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1914
Page
4
A historical reflection on Eliphaz the Temanite and the “scourge of the tongue” as a plague beyond war or pestilence. The piece argues misuses of words corrupt the innocent, outlasting famine and plague, and calls restraint in speech a moral battle tied to civilization and faith.
Fragmentary notes indicate the session extended into its fifth week with limited progress. Observers report debate on resolutions and possible end dates as lawmakers weigh proposals amid procedural complexities.
The News-Star urges careful consideration of proposed measures as the legislature faces a week of potentially important bills. It condemns half baked laws and factional fights and asks elected officials to evaluate welfare measures for the people. The Beaumont Enterprise notes a citizen Onion linked to Joe Bailey, hinting at editorial tensions in Texas politics. New Orleans papers aim to restore prosperity to the city through economic reforms.
A society note reports Madam Shumma Heink Rap achieving a divorce from her young husband and prompts speculation on when she will append another surname to her hyphenated identity.
Arkansas Gazette notes eruptions and references Mrs Fanklehurst in a vignette about Mount Vesuvius. Marianne index appears as a tangential phrase within cultural or literary commentary of the era.
A Junction City boy was kept after school for saying I have wrote and ordered to write I have written 100 times. On release he left a note claiming he had wrote the line 100 times and had went home.
William T. Ellis extols the newspaper as a universal link binding rich and poor, city and countryside, by conveying expansive news to all. He claims informed readers achieve brotherhood and universal sympathy, viewing the press as a golden conduit that broadens the world under the gaze of God.
Eddie McGoorty remains dominant in Australia as critics hail him as the classiest American boxer seen there in many years. His display underscores his continued knockout power and rising international profile.
Former lightweight champion Ad Wolgest remains in title contention after paying a $229 income tax in Grand Rapids recently. The news notes his ongoing status in the circuit and local tax filing.
Harry Stone and Jerry Delaney are scheduled to meet at the National Sporting Club in London in June. The event marks a notable international clash between American and English boxing figures, drawing attention from fans in both nations.
City detectives and insurance sleuths report over 2,000,000 dollars in plunder recovered from housebreakers, with many cases unsolved. Brooklyn Tango Trust forms to control professional dancing and nightlife venues as library funds back police literacy efforts. Child mortality reduction drives planned with mass meetings and citywide urging, while dairymen unite to supply Brooklyn's milk supply to the public.
New York letters discuss warm weather drawing social life to hotels and roof gardens, mixed fortunes for summer tourism, and a dip in Broadway theater profits. Highlights include Laurette Taylor in Poe o My Heart, the long 76 week run, and moving picture exposition plans with stars like Mary Pickford and Lillian Welker.
Mary E. McMullen of Phelps New York reports a five year struggle with indigestion and constipation ended after using Chamberlain's Tablets. She states the tablets helped at once and, after several weeks of use, cured the complaint. Available from all dealers.
An ad touts Eckman's Alterative as helpful for tuberculosis and related bronchial and throat conditions. It claims to reduce night sweats and fever, build the system, and avoids narcotics. sold by druggists with a Philadelphia laboratory booklet on recoveries.
An advertisement from Homer City Pennsylvania promotes Chamberlains Liniment as a cure for rheumatism. W A Lockhard reports severe arm and shoulder pains last spring and credits a single bottle with complete relief. Sold by all dealers.
The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals offers guidelines for hot weather care of horses and mules. Advice includes light landing, shaded walking, ample water, gradual work, postwork sponging, no hose use, and noon feeding. Canopy-top hays and wet sponge on the head help. signs of heat danger include sudden absence of sweating, rapid breathing, ear droop, and leg bracing.
An old advertisement touts Porter’s Antiseptic and Healing Ointment as effective for treating long standing sores and skin ailments. It promises relief and highlights reliability as a remedy superior to others.
Dr A J McKelway of the National Child Labor Committee filed with the House Labor Committee a reply to three South Carolina mill owners who opposed federal child labor legislation. He quotes their statements showing they would benefit from such law while praising California’s higher age limit and urging federal action to improve child welfare.
The article critiques the Palmer Bill with Mekhelway examining common arguments and presenting Census figures to show state laws already embody the standard proposed, noting South Carolina would not be affected by passage.
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