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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1937
Page
18
A brief note from The Monroe News-Star outlines Associated Press republication rights and its stance as an independent newspaper. It asserts impartial reporting and opposition to what it deems wrong regardless of party politics.
A historical essay argues that severe income limits, by taking surplus wealth, encourage money makers to pursue higher goals. It posits moderation in wealth benefits individuals and society, with captains of industry shifting toward philanthropy, fair wages, and public service.
The essay argues that in Ethiopia and Spain war has refined methods of killing civilians, with planes and poisons becoming normalized. It challenges the idea that invoking rules of international warfare is meaningful, asserting that public sentiment remains indifferent to such brutal practices.
The piece argues the labor movement faces a growing crisis in the Great Lakes region and Ohio with violence, shutdowns, and public fear. It criticizes administration restraint and Wagner’s labor relations act, warning that rigid tactics could redefine labor as a danger to public welfare and curb its freedoms. It ends with a cynical nod to Mussolini’s boast of dominating personalities.
In a 1937 column, John Blake discusses equality and partnership between the sexes. He argues against male superiority, praises women’s achievements, and credits his wife for insight, noting both genders complement each other. He opposes confinement to home or public life and supports choice in a woman’s role.
A humorous exchange questions honesty and integrity in life and wealth. Two characters riff on diary entries about milk, with a pun about a dairy diary and a shy response from Jack and Algy.
Comic exchange centers on engagement rumors between Young Piffer and Miss Dibbler. Jerry notes his wife’s silence and Henry adds she talks about it, prompting playful doubt and quick quips. The mood stays light as chatter turns humorous.
A street performer offers to read minds for two dollars while a passerby questions the claim. The exchange ends with the reader affirming their skill and the other's hesitation about payment.
The exchange pits Jemina and Mandy as they discuss a foolish claim about winning a crap game. Jemina teases Mandy over her husband’s boast while highlighting the tension between mouth and pocketbook in a sharp regional交 dialogue.
On a delayed train a tense exchange unfolds as a man accuses another of misidentifying his wife. The reply confirms the spouse is indeed aboard, adding that the train is an hour late and suspicions linger.
Gwen asks if opposites should marry and Sally counters that differences alone are not enough. The pair tease about compatibility and the bounds of romance with a playful exchange.
A collection of hazy quotes questions Germany's 1914 declaration of war and the status of the League of Nations. The writer muses on statesmen, fame, and optimism amid references to labor dignity and world figures.
Washington debates German dirigible links with the United States as Dr. Hugo Eckener argues for the program while Hindenburg fears and neutrality politics hinder action. Military experts weigh hydrogen versus helium despite risks, noting potential wartime considerations and public shock from the disaster. In China the folding fan is valued for portability.
An overheated beer in the boiler room of the Louisville Cooperage plant caused a brief fire late Thursday. Earlier, a leaking gasoline tank ignited an asphalt kettle in the 4200 block of DeSiard Street as Louisiana Highway Commission workers were black surfacing shoulders. The Cooperage blaze was extinguished in five minutes by a booster pump.
The local post general building committee let the Wood street remodeling project to Lee Ellis. The old Legion hall will be enlarged to serve post needs while plans for a new regional home costing about 60000 are considered.
A dialect inflected reminiscence describes stubborn endurance and a stubborn mule’s fight to get ahead. The speaker recalls a harsh day and a stubborn effort to move forward despite obstacles.
The article defines obesity as a disease with excessive body fat and discusses overweight as a related condition. It notes overeating relative to energy use as the main cause for most cases, with glands playing a small role in some cases. A basal metabolism test is advised before dieting.
R B Alexander and Sol Sheftall two Monroe men were arraigned before Judge J T Shell and July 12 was set for the new trial opening. They had previously faced trial last November which ended in a mistrial. Magnolia Barton pleaded guilty to assault with intent to kill and received a suspended one year sentence conditional on good behavior.
Barnum the famed showman paid the Royal Zoological Society of England 30000 dollars for Jumbo the 11 foot African elephant weighing seven tons. He faced England's anger after removing the animal from the country.
The article recalls how films were handled when stars died before release and when projects failed. It notes Editing by a film doctor could reshape stories into travelogues or smaller B features. It cites Queen Kelly shelved in 1929 due to sound adaptation issues and Swanson’s career rebound with Sadie Thompson.
Hollywood executives push hard for stage hits with record bids. Room Service fetches 250000 while You Cant Take It With You tops at 200000. Other prizes include Excursion 150000 and Boy Meets Girl 175000 as Broadway drama meets cinema dollars.
Radio program guide outlines NBC WEAF WJZ and regional feeds with listed time blocks and station interchangeability. It details programming across East Midwest Mountain Pacific zones including Don Winslow of the Navy Orphan Annie and Amos n Andy, with a long roster of musical and news segments and the note that schedules may change without notice.
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