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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1937
Page
4
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A meditation on choosing environments by taste while recognizing the value of self discipline. The piece argues that harmony comes from balancing personal preferences with endurance of less pleasant tasks, urging patience and mutual growth in relationships as part of a larger cosmic objective.
The piece argues England's movement to humanize the war in Spain is academically interesting but doomed. It claims war remains brutal, driven by destruction of life and property, with victory measured by efficiency, regardless of merciful refinements.
The Oslo conference brought Holland Belgium and Luxemburg to pledge no new trade barriers or higher duties on each other while Denmark Norway Sweden and Finland agree to abandon the quota system and avoid raising duties on common interests. This pact offers a model for broader European and US trade relations.
A Milwaukee Road report shows the Hiawatha streamline service carrying 550 000 passengers for over 2 600 000 dollars in gross revenue. The line notes a neat profit with a statistician calculating a net gain of 2 49 dollars per mile as the train passes. The piece argues better service and lower rates are the best salesmen.
Monty Eccles proposes rising income taxes as essential to balance federal finances. He argues a prudent economy plan is needed to gain public buy in and show the administration will curb costs, or the tax increases will provoke public resentment.
John Blake recalls a Dutch colonial tale where gifts to a local chief spurred peaceful road building. The story shows intelligence over force, urging planning and forethought to achieve goals. It contrasts brute strength with rational expedients and notes the value of clever strategy.
A lyrical piece from The Glee Club to George Elliston describes storing daily moments to share, celebrating confidences that deepen their bond. It transitions to a tribute on a partner asRest and steadfast friendship provide peace, strength, and calm in grief.
A man proposes to his partner as his father replies with a harsh retort about his daughter. The exchange reveals tense family dynamics and a sharp sense of humor in a domestic moment.
Wilson notes his son takes saxophone lessons and Jenkins points out the humor in the exchange. The banter centers on the musical pursuit and a playful jab about listening.
A witty exchange between Billy and Alice turns on marriage for love and the limits of alimony. Alice cautions that divorce should not be turned into weekly kisses as a form of support, highlighting practical concerns in a humorously stern tone.
The dialogue features Jimmy answering a teacher about who disliked the prodigal son. He cites the fatted calf as the answer, illustrating a humorous misunderstanding. The exchange reflects a lighthearted classroom moment.
A brief comic sidebar notes a visitor asking about earplugs and cotton. Jones explains they are for the baby who suffers an earache, not for himself. The item captures a domestic, lighthearted moment from a neighborhood setting.
A terse note recalls budget balances as a normal duty and a Jersey figure enjoys champagne for hiccups amid no improvement. The exchange features Mae and Jean in a light, wry press paragraph from a historical page.
The Senate favors a special joint committee on tax evasions to plug big income tax leaks this session and reserve corporation tax dodges for next session. Opponents warn the federal incorporation bill could control state regulated activities across factories mines and farms.
West Monroe plans a Friday evening program at city hall led by Jack Hayes with Mrs. F L Watts and helpers Jessie Ray and the Gregg sisters. Mayor Kirkpatrick arranges piano and a musical program while Rev J L Evans oversees song service.
The article outlines comprehensive care for arthritis including rest, fresh air, diet, massage, and hygienic practices. It discusses drugs, physical therapy, orthopaedic care, and vaccination options, plus heat applications and spa treatment as aids to reduce pain and restore joint movement.
John W. Davis, 65, a poverty-stricken farmer of Woodbury, is indicted for second degree murder in the death of his wife after an abortion procedure. Davis has been jailed since May 29, with trial expected around mid June per Circuit Judge T L Coleman. the wife died four days after the alleged abortion on their farm.
The article notes that only a small number of parrot species breed in captivity within the United States. It discusses challenges and factors influencing captive breeding, including habitat, diet, and genetic diversity.
Douglas T. Miles sold a 30 by 150 foot lot in River Side addition Monroe to Joe Issac man for 600 dollars. Miles also sold a 40 by 150 foot lot in River Side addition to . W. Cruse for 600 dollars. France's revenue from foreign visitors exceeds 250 million dollars annually.
Monroe firm J W Smith and Associates prepared plans for a new high school at Spearsville Union Parish and repairs to Marion Willhite and Lillie schoolhouses. Bids will be opened at Union Parish School Board offices July 6 at 10 a.m.
A breezy Hollywood roundup recalls party games using oversized celebrity portraits and champagne prizes. It notes Marlene Dietrich’s hoped citizenship classes, Martha Raye’s higher tour pay, Lee Tracy’s Broadway plans, and humor about Barbara Stanwyck, Robert Taylor, Ginger Rogers, and others.
Faithful Benno reports on a marquee showing Romeo and Juliet while a Plantation anecdote jokes about lies and a dangerous weapon. Broadway whispers note Al Reiser, club chatter, and cryptic tips as New York nightlife and theater bustle continue.
Coast to coast NBC and WEAF and WJZ networks list station pools in East Midwest Mountain and Pacific regions with red and blue network designations. Program blocks include news, sports, music and variety shows with times from 3:00 to 11:30 and notes on daylight saving time and interchanging stations.
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