Railway Officers Hold Meet Here
A Monroe session of Missouri Pacific Railway traffic officers was held with officials from multiple Louisiana division points attending. C. E. Perkins presided, and the meeting included executives from Little Rock Shreveport Pine Bluff Texarkana and other cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Rock
Monroe
Missouri Pacific
Louisiana
C. E. Perkins
St. Louis
H. R. Wilson
Norton England
Dennis L. Carter
W. B. Wier
A. M. Harris
el Dorado
Ark
W. R. Hubner
Texarkana
H. W. Haines
Shreveport
W. G. McDonald
Helena
F. J. Born
Pine Bluff
Dan Jacobs
Alexandria
E. E. Gibson
Lake Charles
S. R. Boykin
R. A. Klein
Natchez
Miss
H. D. Reaves
B. S. Betts
W. E. Dandridge
F. A. Wier
H. E. Rolls
Avoid the Danger of Constipation with All-Bran Cereal
An advertisement highlights Kellogg's All-Bran as a fiber rich cereal that aids regular bowels. It claims the bulk from bran, vitamin B, and gentle cleansing action, recommending two tablespoons daily and suggesting use in cooking and available recipes.
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All
Kellogg
Battle Creek
Louisiana Farmers Lead South in Pulpwood Production
Louisiana farmers are major pulpwood producers, with 1932 output totaling 376 621 cards and 25 108 tons of paper. Sales reached 1 394 931.14 dollars, but fell from 1931 as one buyer reduced purchases by over 51 000 cards. Officials urge better woodland care to sustain future supply.
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Louisiana
E. R. Strahan
Ouachita Parish
Robert Moore
Extension Forester
Moore
Louisiana Mills
Louisiana State University
United States Department of Agriculture
Fisher Lumber Mill Reopens in Ferriday After Year Closed
Ferriday La June 13 More than 300 workers are recalled as Fisher Lumber mill reopens on full-time schedule after a year shutdown. Former employees receive preference from manager Bruce T Wilgus and foremen. Wisner plant opened June 5. water over tracks delayed operations. outlook for local industry improves as farming resumes.
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Ferriday
Fisher Lumber Corporation
Bruce T. Wilgus
Wisner
Boll Weevil Infestation Reported in Franklin Parish
Franklin Winnsboro June 13 Special One of the heaviest boll weevil infestations in recent years is reported by W P Sellers farm agent of Franklin parish following his investigation. He says the crops late this year may be damaged by the insect though some sections report average crops for this time. Spring rains of super abundant nature caused a late planting seen in current crop growth and condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnsboro
W. P. Sellers
Franklin Parish
Sellers
Who are capable of helping farmers in the management of their wood lands
A brief note discusses potential helpers for farmers managing wood lands. It mentions individuals or groups likely able to provide guidance on forestry practices, land use, and sustainable timber management, aiming to support productive, well cared for woodland resources.
Farm Assistants Positions Open for Agricultural Adjustment
The United States Civil Service Commission invites applications for emergency agricultural assistants to join the Agricultural Adjustment Administration. Open to Louisiana residents and others. Salary $2,000 to $2,600 yearly with deductions for economy and retirement. Duties involve farmer outreach to secure cooperation under the Agricultural Adjustment Act. Requirements include college graduation or equivalent farm experience, residency on a farm until 18 or college entry, plus two years in specified agricultural pursuits. Full details from Robert E. Ellington at Monroe Post Office.
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United States Civil Service Commission
Agricultural Adjustment Administration
Department of Agriculture
Louisiana
Robert E. Ellington
United States Civil Service Board of Examiners
Monroe
Royal Confectionery Treats News-Star World Staff
The Royal Confectionery held its annual afternoon treat for News-Star and World employees. Gater er Paul Navides is famed for his cake making and orders for banquets and parties. The shop also makes home-made candies and sherbets and claims to have originated the double-dip cone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal
News-Star and World
Paul Navides
Gaterer
J C Penney Reports Growth Across Nation in May 1933
J C Penney Co shows a 14.13 percent rise in May 1933 sales over May 1932, with Monroe and Louisiana markets recovering faster. W A Reynolds, VP and sales manager, cites upgrading price schedules and steady April and May gains. J J Martin notes Monroe store gains over five months, crediting New Deal effects, advertising, and priced right merchandise.
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J. C. Penney Company
Monroe
Louisiana
W. A. Reynolds
Mr. Reynolds
J. J. Martin
Penney
Washington
Boy Welbert Larche Born in Springfield
A boy named Welbert Larche was born June 3 to Mr and Mrs Coyd Springfield who reside on the Jonesboro road near the Okaloosa community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welbert Larche Springfield
Coyd Springfield
Jonesboro Road
Okaloosa
Scouts Enjoy Boat Ride on Ouachita River
One hundred seventeen boys and 15 leaders from the Monroe West Monroe district of the Ouachita Valley Boy Scout council took a Monday night trip on the Ouachita River ending at Lazarre Point. Senator James A. Noe of Monroe sponsored the outing with craft donated by Captain G B Cooley E K Flournoy and Barney Oakland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ouachita River
Lazarre’s Point
James A. Noe
Monroe
Monroe-West Monroe
Ouachita Valley Boy Scout Council
Senator Noe
G. B. Cooley
E. K. Flournoy
Barney Oakland
G. W. Simpson
Ouachita Valley
Simpson
Boy Scout Movement
Mr. Simpson
P. M. Atkins
W. B. Inabnet, Jr
Henry Biedenharn
Ouachita Coca Cola Company
Trucks haul vast share of U S freight from farms to markets
An estimated one million trucks operate in the United States carrying about 1.43 billion tons of freight yearly. Of this total, approximately 134.49 million tons consist of farm products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Guardsmen on Duty at Georgia State Capitol
Two national guardsmen were placed on duty in the Georgia capitol after threats to blow up the building. The threats followed the conviction of Angelo Herdon, a Black Communist from Cincinnati, for trying to incite insurrection by distributing Communist literature. Tom Linder, governor Talmadge’s secretary, said several threats had been received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
State Capitol
Angelo Herndon
Cincinnati
Tom Linder
Talmadge
Emancipation Day Observed In Monroe And West Monroe
Frank P. Perkins president of the X Y Z club announces June 19 will be observed as Emancipation day by the negro community in Monroe and West Monroe with many festive and picnic events. A public program at Macedonia Baptist church next Monday night at 7 30 sponsored by the John Dean singers and the X Y Z club invites attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank P. Perkins
X. Y. Z. Club
Monroe
West Monroe
Macedonia Baptist Church
John Dean Singers
Typist Shortage Reported Across the United States
The article notes an average of one typewriter per 100 residents in the United States, highlighting limited access to mechanical writing machines and rising impact on communication efficiency. It discusses distribution gaps and potential shifts toward new technologies.
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United States
Caldwell Parish Ships Tomatoes in Community Project
Caldwell parish ships tomatoes grown in Grayson and Columbia as community projects with Missouri Pacific cooperation. The season aims for 24 to 30 carloads, about 131 250 pounds, packed at Grayson and Columbia. Last week the seventh carload shipped, with prices from three to two cents a pound for northern markets. Over 200 lugs packed at each station last week, totaling more than 3 000 dollars to Caldwell parish so far this season.
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Caldwell Parish
Grayson
Columbia
Missouri Pacific Railroad
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Louisiana Division
Herbert Mundin
Gloria Stuart
Raul Roulein
Joan Marsh
Roulein
Paramount Theater
Harry W. Rice
Burgess Pool Virginia
Fisher Lumber Mill
Franklin
IAA
Sur-Wa
Veal
Asci Prasi
U.S. Civil Service
Reynolds
BOY Scouts
Ouachita
Heyer
Qreatborn, Midh
Ford Motor Company
Selden
Ford
Ines
Asa
Georgia Capitol
Caldwell Parish Ships Tomatoes
KOTEX
Pav
Kotex Co
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