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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1934
Page
4
European disappointment over Roosevelt's war debt message stems from hopes of easy debt relief. The piece argues the US should not promise debt revisions and should preserve realities, noting debts may never be fully collected and urging emphasis on the broader cost of war.
A House judiciary subcommittee censured three Chicago federal judges for near criminal negligence in bankruptcy cases. One censured judge sent Al Capone to prison. The report cites receivership abuses, huge fees, and neglect of creditors. The panel calls for stronger bankruptcy laws to prevent further losses.
Economists argue further government savings are possible, countering claims of danger from cuts. Ottawa plans reduce provincial assembly from 106 to 84 members to save money, likely benefiting taxpayers whether 81 or 46 members elected. Weather forecasters deny any moon influence on the weather.
John Blake argues that the public ignores rising crime while reacting to epidemics, noting criminals traffic during Prohibition and dine on fear rather than action. He contends apathy allows gangsters to prosper and crime to grow, urging imagination and decisive public defense.
A tribute poem extols a true-hearted friend whose loyalty and steadfast faith earned lasting regard. The verses recall the impact of his steadfast nature through years of pain and tears, celebrating fidelity and trust.
Dialogue reveals Mr. Peswee declines his wife’s invitation to public dances, stating she does not ask his permission to attend. The exchange highlights strict social norms surrounding female social activity.
Hix-Nix is portrayed as self serving while Wix-Oh questions his motives and warnings for the community. The exchange hints at ongoing tension and public opinion about moral meddling.
Hewitt asks about preparedness while Jewett replies with a ready story plan to tell his wife when arriving home late. The exchange highlights domestic routines and personal communication as a coping mechanism.
A lighthearted exchange recalls a nickel given for the plate offering that was instead lost while gambling. The speakers joke that even if the heathens had taken it they would have squandered it shooting craps.
June reports Bess has found signs of liquor since New Year. She notes that yesterday her husband gave her $50 and a box of gloves as part of his actions.
A dialogue in a court of last resort features Henry Peck defending a claim that his word was law in the home while his wife counters that such domestic rule is unconstitutional. The exchange centers on authority within marriage and the scope of personal rule.
A 1932 Honolulu letter from Albert P. urges adding women to the police force. He favors a vote in support, noting safety for women walking home at night and asking that officers be good looking.
The piece weighs political risk around the Wagner labor bill. It argues Roosevelt may gain if it fails or lose if it passes amid looming strikes, with opposition from steel firms, unions and other interests. It notes congressional dynamics and campaign incentives shaping support.
Monroe police were asked by W. R. Franklin of Stand ard to locate his daughter Alma 15 who ran away from home Monday. Alma is five feet tall about 110 pounds with chestnut hair brown eyes and was wearing a red and white striped dress when last seen.
Election day in Harrisonburg and Jonesville selects mayors police chiefs and aldermen. Jonesville mayoral candidates are W Foster incumbent and J H Hawthorne for chief of police. Harrisonburg contenders include D H Finlay for mayor and P C Gibson for marshal with several council nominees.
Fifteen years ago West Monroe stood as a wet oasis facing drought and prohibition with stoicism. Hill and Smith began a 40000 dollar potato curing plant to process 20000 bushels of sweet potatoes for a steady parish market. The First Methodist church plans a new brick building with bids opened July 10. Mr and Mrs F W Zene welcome a newborn son. Mrs A H Thoman hosts Miss Helen Smith of Meridian as guest.
Ouachita Dairy Dealers association will elect officers during its regular meeting at 7 30 pm Wednesday in the parish courthouse. E S Eby secretary said the officers will be chosen by the newly elected board of directors.
A playful slang fragment has Hambone mockingly asking if a boy in bathin is in with the alligators. The speaker rejects any insinuation and questions the boy's knowledge of washing in the same pool without a clear event or outcome.
The Ouachita Parish Health Department's nurse tour resumes to vaccinate residents in Monroe and surrounding areas. Dr. J W Williams reports about 250 people were inoculated last week at Calhoun and outlines daily stops across schools stores and churches through Friday for diphtheria toxoids and typhoid vaccines.
Monroe Elks Club will hold a special Flag Day observance next Thursday at 8 p m in the clubrooms with an address by Prof Bruce Redditt from Ouachita Junior College Members of local veterans groups are invited to attend The club will also install new officers on June 27 Henry C Ray is exalted ruler and other officers include E Kalski J P Kennedy E W Murry J M Breard F B Surgaine Joe Airoldi J Liebreich Willis Anders and J Liebreich trustee for three years.
Ouachita tent No. 54 of the Macabees will meet at the Veterans of Foreign Wars hall on South Grand street tonight. A class of five new members will be admitted and several applications acted on. State Manager M. J. Bulger of New Orleans will be present. Commander John McClusky and Record Keeper Hugh Bracey expect a large attendance. After the meeting supper will be served.
Radio program listings across networks with time blocks for NBC WEAF WJZ WABC and regional stations. Programs include The Tattered Man Ma Perkins Nursery Rhymes Mary Small Orchestra Buck Rogers serials Cholly Knickerbocker Harlem Serenade Eddie Duchin Orchestra Amos n Andy and news periods with station group listings and daylight time adjustments.
In New York a collage of lives tracks rise from academic promise to show business stardom. George Givot, Dorothey Parker, Harry Richman and Harry Allen are sketched through careers from debate to vaudeville, while Crosby Gaige, Hervey Allen and Fannie Brice recount stages, books, and productions across decades.
Hollywood Close-Ups reports Sol Wurtzel’s unfulfilled pledge to Shirley Temple over the party dress from Baby Take a Bow. Shirley chose not to wear the dress in the film to avoid soil. Corinne Griffith files for divorce from Walter Morosco after a public row and dinners.
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