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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1934
Page
4
Dr A R DaFoe, a 28 year Ontario physician, tends the Dionne quintuplets in Corbeil as news spreads of his one in a million case. He charges $3 per child and maintains a long record of 1,500 births. He is described as a sturdy old school doctor respected by all.
The article weighs US interests in the Britain Japan trade conflict noting potential gains and losses for American manufacturers. It notes Britain’s barriers push Japan to seek new markets, while Japan may source raw materials elsewhere including the United States, increasing global competition.
Speaker Rainey rules that when a member uses unanimous consent to revise and extend remarks no applause may be indicated if no actual applause occurred. Members may extend remarks but must not insert imaginary applause in the published Record to mislead readers.
Uncommon Sense column reflects on a modernized ruler in southern Arabia wielding armored cars and a private radio network. The piece contrasts evolving civilization and arms races with historical Native American resistance, warns that universal armaments could thin populations, and notes potential world-wide consequences.
A poem in alternating lines about forgetting ugly memories and embracing new happiness. The speaker vows to banish bitterness and recall only joy as they turn toward the sunlight of a new day and the future.
A doctor notes a regular heartbeat but detects startling speed as the patient explains the ticking of a dollar watch. The exchange frames a quirky medical consultation with a humorous clock detail.
Real estate broker notes a score of abandoned farms for sale. Buyers ask why owners left, and broker explains the owners were literary types, nature lovers, and graduates of agricultural colleges.
In a brief dialogue Mrs Pester urges to call a doctor as she looks worn and tired. Her husband hesitates, saying his own appearance would deter the doctor from recognizing him and visiting.
Dialogue shows Jones and Brown arguing about a dog that barks at night. Jones complains the dog wakes his wife. Smith asks for action and Jones jokes about arriving home earlier to silence the animal.
In a rustic exchange, Hank asks Bill to pray for rain while Bill jokes about bettering a bishop. Hank quips that he will lie back with his mouth open to catch rain, highlighting a humorous rural mood amid drought chatter.
A discussion notes experts claim an army spends about 15000 dollars to kill a man while contrasting physicians earnings and alleged overcharging. The remark highlights perceived cost disparities between military actions and medical care.
A May 5 1933 item prints humorous excerpts from letters to firms in the United States. A pharmacy note shows a buyer proposing deep discounts to spur large volume and profits, signed G.1 with a formal closing.
U S senators from New England and Atlantic coast states oppose the St Lawrence seaway treaty citing potential port loss. Roosevelt benefits from mixed support as distant states weigh grain pricing and regional shipping impacts. The issue centers on seaway construction rather than treaty terms, with political leverage across states.
Richard Downes Jr. was elected president at the Monroe Chamber of Commerce annual meeting held in the new headquarters. The nominating committee consisted of George Weaks J M Cobb and W M Washburn. Ernest Faulk and his wife Ernest Faulk arrived home from a two week visit to Boston Massachusetts. Mrs J A Perry joined her husband for a visit at their plantation home. Mrs A Renaud learned via telegram of her son Marcelle Renaud arriving in the United States and planning a quick return home. Marcelle is the third son to return from overseas with one remaining in France Adolph Renaud not yet scheduled. Mrs Josephine Dalfares of Donaldsonville visits cousin Mrs A W Sharp.
The First Church of Christ Scientist held its annual meeting in Boston with more than 6000 workers in attendance. The keynote praised the publishing house completion and field loyalty while urging better healing unity and consecration to Mary Baker Eddy for the church. Officers announced include President Dr John M Brewer and Treasurer Edward L Ripley both of Massachusetts. Brewer, a native of Antioch California, is UC Berkeley graduate and Harvard PhD in education.
Ira C. Pound of Baton Rouge will present a series of lectures at the large pavilion corner of Quachita avenue and South Third streets. The first talk Tuesday at 8 pm, titled The Impending Crash of Nations, will explain prophecies and discuss Christian principles using large charts. Albuquerque duo H D Colburn and his wife assist as musical director and pianist. admission is free.
The Louisiana state membership committee of the American Red Cross was reorganized. General Allison Owen of New Orleans remains state chairman with Sam Jones of Lake Charles as vice chairman. Mrs. Charles F. Buck Jr. of New Orleans heads the women's division and Charles Manship of Baton Rouge leads newspaper publicity. District chairs include W. H. Hodges Shreveport Charles Manship Baton Rouge Albert Horuff Monroe R Krause Lake Charles and J L Pitts Alexandria.
Reverend William Robinson of Ladysmith Natal Africa introduces saxophone solos and phonograph records to church services to attract worshippers. He fitted amplifiers inside the church and uses records in place of organ preludes. Congregation calls the solos soothing.
Coast to coast listings show daily programs across NBC CBS networks with 3:30 to 12:00 time blocks. Notable acts include Jack Armstrong organ pieces Buck Rogers in 2400 Rosa Ponselle Byrd orchestras and Amos n Andy with various regional repeats and Army Band Concerts.
Mazie the 150 pound St Bernard dominates the stage with a pink bow and daily baths as part of The Milky Way cast at the Cort. Jumbo and four other dogs share the spotlight, while backstage routines and meals keep them relaxed before Broadway strolls. A separate note recalls a mishap on No More Ladies with a roaming puppy disrupting a love scene.
NEA columnist Dan Thomas reports Samuel Goldwyn warns that Broadway producers push explicit nudity in films. He fears stricter censorship could end the industry. Meanwhile Marie Dressler recovers in Santa Barbara and plans a return to Hollywood for a Mary Roberts Rinehart story adaptation.
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