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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1941

Page

12

Doctors Warn on Constipation and Simple Habits

Doctors say chronic constipation stems from neglect of simple routines and bad habits. Regular habits, diet, exercise, and rest help, but when neglected over two million boxes sold, suggesting Gly-Cas as an effective laxative available at drug stores.

Pat Ryan Urges Speedy Grants for Ouachita Maneuver Area

Pat Ryan state publicity director urged rapid land signings for the Ouachita parish maneuver area as 77 percent of land is already signed with 31 parishes showing about two thirds available. He cited delays risk national defense and outlined WPA and NYA staff aiding Major Poulsen in land transfers plus daily radio updates on the plan.

Pat Ryan Niels J. Poulsen Ouachita Parish War Department Ryan Publiity Uncle Sam WPA NYA Poulsen Quachita Land Project

Glamour Girl No 1 to Wed Shipwreck Kelly

Brenda Diana Duff Frazier, famed debutante and society’s glamor girl No 1, is engaged to John Simms Kelly. Announcement by her mother notes the wedding will occur in the Ritz Carlton Crystal Room before July 1. Kelly is a former Kentucky athlete, ex pro football player, and former part-owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers football team.

New York Brenda Diana Duff Frazier Frederic N. Watriss John Simms Mrs. Watriss

Train derailment near Tupelo injures none

Two passenger cars of the Rebel Gulf Mobile and Ohio line derailed north of Tupelo Mississippi after a broken rail. Officials said no injuries occurred as passengers were moved to a relief train for the trip to Mobile and a courtesy breakfast was provided.

Tupelo, Miss Gulf, Mobile and Ohio Here Mobile

Stunt Night Planned by First Methodist Church

A Stunt Night is planned by the First Methodist church youth with acts from nursery to adult Bible classes. The event features a community sing and a low admission price to attract many attendees, with proceeds benefiting the church building fund.

First Methodist Church

Kiwanis Seeks Expanded Welfare Programs

Everett W. Ireland urged Kiwanis delegates at the 25th annual convention in Atlanta to expand child welfare and curb antisocial youth attitudes. A survey showed 1,802 clubs in the US and Canada aiding the underprivileged with clinics, hospitalization, health camps, and clothing. The 1941-42 program includes preventive care and vocational training for youth.

Atlanta Everett W. Ireland Somerville Mass Kiwanis United States Canada

War effort emphasized in community character program

Local Kiwanis urged cooperation of churches schools and businesses to plan programs teaching character building and citizenship as part of a broad wartime mobilization far surpassing prior expenditures.

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Camp Polk Service Club Inaugurated With Fortier Talk

Alexandria La June 18 First official use of the Camp Pol Service club featured Lt Colonel Louis Fortier former army attacker in Belgrade speaking on the German invasion of Yugoslavia. He was introduced by Brigadier General Alvan C. Gillem Jr commanding general of the 3rd Armored Division. About 600 division officers and station staff attended.

Alexandria Camp Pol Service Club Louis Fortier United States Army Belgrade Yugoslavia Fortier Orleans Alvan C. Gillem 3Rd Armore Ang

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