Laughter Then and Now in a Serious Age
A columnist dives into why modern standups lack the universal punch of Chaplin and the Marx Brothers. He contrasts old vaudeville legends with current TV comics, arguing genuine laughter once sprang from innocence and shared humanity rather than polished showmanship. He wonders if true innocence and spontaneous mirth can return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Silvers
Martins
Lewises
Sam Levenson
Herb Shriner
Danny Thomas
Danny Kaye
Olympus
Charlie Chaplin
Harpo
Chaplin
Sid Caesar
Imogene Coca
New Liquid Kills Roaches and Ants
Scientists recommend controlling roaches and ants with Johnesen's No-Roach. The colorless odorless coating lasts months and is easy to use. Distributed by Ritchie Grocer Co. Available at Jett Gift Shop Sears and Piggly Wiggly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnesen
Jett
Sears
Piggly Wiggly
Ritchie Grocer Co
Gay Clothing Company Supplying Ouachita Candy Firm Uniforms
The Ouachita Candy Company and several regional representatives showcase uniforms furnished by Gay Clothing Company at 347 DeSiard Street. Gay's line covers industrial and commercial wear with a reputation for complete, efficient service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ouachita Candy Company
Louisiana
Gay Clothing Company
DeSiard St. Gay's
Leon Noland, Jr
Lawn party draws hundreds at Forsythe Park demo
Howard Griffin hosts a lawn party in Forsythe Park to showcase more than 20 power lawn mowers. The event features Gold Seal Chocolate Milk for the Kiddies and free attendance prizes registration led by Mrs. Etta Temple Mrs. George Walker and Mrs. Howard Griffin. The promotion underscores Griffin’s Monroe power mower headquarters success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Griffin
Forsythe Park
Vivana Finklea
Ron Campbell
N. L. Moncrief
Etta Temple
George Walker
Monroe
Hunt Studios
Dura-Seal Finishes Timber Floors At V L Chavis
Dura-Seal at V L Chavis Floor Surfacing offers a four stage process with deep penetration and a non slip I C wax finish. The method buffs between coats and ages into greater durability with color options from natural to dark. Call V L Chavis at 3 3961 for a demonstration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twin Cities
V. L. Chavis
Also Mentioned on This Page
Twin City
Jack Ansell, JR
Steinway Kimball
Hammond Sohmer
Gremmont
Diel
Brown Paper Industries
Sac
Koolmotor
Fred H. Meyer
Waltz Jitterbug
Tango
John
Viernon’s
Howard
South Grand
Griffin
Negley Bag & Paper CO
Micley
West Monroe, Louisiana
Lee-Rogers Chevrolet Company
North
Washington Street
Chevrolet
Frances
Ernest C. Gibson
Bendh Galloway
Terminix Company
North Fourth
W. W. Williams
Harvey Cunningham
T. C. Gray
Galloway
James Dyke
Otis Brown
John Fogleman
Weekly Business Review
York
Louisville
Industrie Bond
DeSiard
Poulan’s Electrical CO
Morris Ave
Dial
Shart New
ED Hayman
Grammont
Kodak Pony
V. L. Chavis Floor Surfacing Co
DURA
Hamilton
W. Monroe
DU Pont
Keystone Paint & Decorating CO
Frigidaire
Walter Reed
Arif
J Js
Desjard
P.O. Box
dbAonree
Louisiane
Kraft Corrugated Containers
ST Monroe, Louis
Plum St
Bruce
Cpaste
Usrey Lumber
Fo! Meorth
Biel
Termi-Rid CO
Cushman
Monroe Storage Battery, Inc
Willard Batteries
R. R. Underwood
South Grend
Ouachita Furniture
M & M Welding
Machine Works
New Bridge
West Monroe
Tidwell & Sons
South Grand Dial
Jackson Dial
West Pontiac, Inc
Louisville Ave
Pan-Am
Kellogg Oil CO
Riser
Lek
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!