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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1936
Page
4
A 2136 scientist explores 1996 life through detective novels and Westerns, noting myths mirror pulp tales. Dr. Ruth Benedict argues scientists misread folklore as life, urging perspective on how old traditions reflect imagination not reality. Our era’s melodrama may be judged similarly.
The piece argues women lack formal training in managing husbands while men study executive skills. It jokes that instinct is not enough for parenting or marriage and suggests a curriculum for wives to boss husbands without arousing awareness. It notes many women are skilled, but many more need training.
A New York state tax commission report highlights more than 350 revenue statutes conflicting with or duplicating federal laws. The study calls for coordinated revenue systems nationwide and argues that tax overlap burdens certain industries, especially liquor tobacco and petroleum, hindering economic stability.
The piece profiles Gus a gambler turned soldier who served as first sergeant and rescued a wounded lieutenant. He refused a commission, choosing to do his job faithfully until death. His courage shapes a town’s enduring example amid his long battle with lung disease.
A poem contemplating faces as histories or prophecies. It muses on how each passing face tells a story and asks if dreams and plans reside in another visage. A brief exchange shows Minnie the maid and a professor dismissing a visitor.
Mrs Greene My recalls a dramatic scene where a hero is tied to the track as a train approaches. The Usher notes the danger and how the hero frees himself just in time. An operator must stop the projector to untie the man before continuing the show.
Mrs Gadjoy-Oh claims a three straight rubbers win this afternoon while Mr Gadjoy-How many did you win that weren't straight prompts a playful exchange in the club.
A speaker expresses joy at achieving a distinguished writing effort. The accolade is praised by a colleague who acknowledges the accomplishment and the seriousness of the author.
A store clerk confirms a secondhand shop sells used items. A customer asks for a watch, and the clerk replies affirmatively indicating availability.
The widow of a former fire department chief reflects on his final years and readiness for death. The brief reminiscence notes his leadership during his last two years in service.
A dialogue reveals a suitor seeking Miss Drake’s love with encouragement that others have succeeded. The friend expresses optimism that romance may blossom, while the aspiring admirer weighs odds and possibilities.
Captain Noah and the steward Monk discuss finicky creatures demanding another dog to pasture their family aboard. The fragment hints at a nautical, humorous predicament on the ship.
A satirical panel critiques tax policy moves from governors and legislators. It notes calls to lower duties on French wines while urging debt repayment, cites Pennsylvania tax plans, and mocks political figures from New Jersey and Cleveland. The piece laments tax news and government handling.
The piece analyzes how shifting state loyalties threaten Roosevelt in 1936. It highlights Iowa and Utah as pivotal shifts, notes Colorado and Idaho doubts, and emphasizes New York's crucial 47 electoral votes after Lehman and Cohalan tensions.
In Clonmel Ireland the Free State prohibits bread not baked locally within town limits. The measure targets non locally produced loaves amid food control efforts.
At the annual meeting June 9 1921 the Ouachita parish police jury re elected all officers from the past year John M Breard again unanimously president and William O Kelly re elected veteran secretary Mrs Pen Downing to host Saturday bridge party at her mother Mrs R C Sparks home Mrs Henry Haas hosted the Northside Bridge club at Mrs Rudolph Haas home with a guest list of Mesdames J Hirsch D L Cromwell Jonas Selig Abe Arent Isadore Liebreich Rudolph Haas Simeon Heningez Albert Marx Fred Levi Bettye Cohen Joe Marx Simon Friedman and Miss Minna Harris
The North Louisiana Singing convention gathered at Winnsboro high school with singers from 12 parishes. Several quartets and groups performed, with A C Banks of Columbia presiding and officers W H Toler and Daniel Cockerham in attendance. The next meeting is set for October 31 and November 1 at Neville high school in Monroe.
In a lively exchange, Zeek complains the dictionary is too heavy for schoolwork. Hambone notes the struggle with vocabulary as a lighthearted moment, reflecting on classroom whims and language learning quirks.
Historical overview notes cod liver oil as a vital source of vitamins A and D used to prevent rickets. It traces rickets prevalence before window glass limited UV exposure, describes skeletal deformities, and outlines evolving dosage guidelines from infancy to early childhood.
J K Frantom and others sold an undivided half interest in land in section 10 17 2 east to Emile and Joe LeBoeuf for 181 dollars. Cahn leased 325 DeSiard Street to Dixie Dress Shops of New York for five years at 300 dollars monthly with a renewal option. Weather notes say drizzle drops near 2 12 feet per second while showers fall about 10 feet per second.
The article profiles Eleanor Powell as a stubborn, self taught dancer who overcame shyness with ten tap lessons and relentless practice. After facing abuse from a harsh Broadway producer she persevered, earning praise from critics and a breakthrough in Hollywood with three upcoming big pictures.
New York society circles discuss Ellin Mackay Berlin wife of Irving Berlin, her literary work and domestic life with two children, plus social rounds with theater figures. The column also notes Dexter Fellowes publicity, misstatements about his ventures, and assorted brief items from across the nation including postal, divorce, and political tidbits.
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