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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1922
Page
4
The Monroe News-Star lists publication details including ownership by Sus Rove-geer buns ishing Co and officers E Faulk, See’y Treas red as second class matter since June 1, 1909. It outlines subscription terms by mail and carrier with prices for daily and longer terms and notes postage surcharges for long-distance delivery.
A brief notice states that the Associated Press retains republication rights for its dispatches and that local news published in the paper is also under AP credit.
A Dallas gossip item describes a public street fight between two young women over a romantic suitor. The melee began in a dance club and moved to a country road under car headlights, with fists and clubs used, while onlookers formed a jeering circle. The piece laments the event and argues for preserving decency and gender roles amid alleged social decline.
The piece honors Newton C Blanchard born 1849 a lawyer judge congressman and governor of Louisiana. It lauds his wartime service against carpetbag rule and his sustained public work shaping the state and nation. It calls him a faithful servant and enduring example to his people.
Texas Sheriff John Sage stood firm against a lynch mob guarding a prisoner. He warned that the first entrant would be killed and that the prisoner would be protected to the last shot, a stance praised as brave though the crowd persisted.
The passage praises brave peace officers who protect prisoners and ensure the law is carried out. John Saye is cited as an example, urging officers everywhere to follow his lead in upholding duty and justice.
A statistic rich commentary notes over a million silver and aluminum pocket flasks sold in the past year. Demand has surged from one seller five years ago to 100 now, despite prohibition. The piece highlights public defiance of liquor laws and the pocket flask’s social entry.
All Louisiana mourns the bereaved family while the Pelican state rejoices in having contributed to the South and the United States through Newton C Blanchard. Shreveport Times notes the dual sentiment of sorrow and service across the state.
Agricultural note warns that overwintered boll weevils are widespread across cotton states and could exceed typical numbers. Early heavy infestation may require poison applications when 4 to 5 squares arise, with migration earlier than normal and broader impact on pests and calcium arsenate control plans.
A forecast explains that the weevil migration from unpoisoned to poisoned cotton will require more frequent applications and higher poison use per acre. While costs rise, Fertile land stands to gain substantial net profits due to greater expected damage if not treated and higher yield from successful control.
Senator Joseph S. Frelinghuysen of New Jersey, a foe of the bonus and opponent of the prohibition amendment, announces a direct drive to the people for his re election. The fourth Frelinghuysen in the U S Senate, he has long served in New Jersey politics and state boards and is a prominent figure in life insurance matters. He lives at Raritan and is described as a gentleman farmer with progressive political leanings.
Today the Third International Chemical Conference gathers in Lyons France while Wisconsin Democrats hold a Milwaukee state conference to choose senatorial and state officer candidates. The North Dakota primary campaign ends today ahead of tomorrows general primary. St Paul hosts thousands of Baptist workers for the national conventionof the Baptist Young Peoples Union. Reports on progress are prepared for the United Commercial Travelers Supreme Council annual session opening in Columbus.
A reflective piece on daily self review after work and study. It cites a Stevenson excerpt urging honesty kindness frugality and fortitude to improve oneself. The author links nightly self-scrutiny to lifelong growth and leading a happier life through steady personal effort.
Minnie sought permission to wear a red party dress to a funeral, sparked protest over proper attire, she quipped Ah knows mah binness and later announced an engagement to Ali. Giants winless streak on Polo Grounds signals weary champions while Yankees White Sox attendance dips linked to Babe Ruth.
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