Charles Wells to talk on Russia at Jonesboro church
Noted journalist and cartoonist Charles A. Wells will speak at Jonesboro Baptist Church from June 26 to July 1. He recounts travels to Asia, Russia, Europe, and Latin America, and will discuss topics on democracy, religion, the atom bomb, labor, and Russia in a six night series.
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Charles A. Wells
Jonesboro Baptist Church
Asia
Russia
Europe
Latin America
Green Caps
Mr. Wells
America
Jonesboro Trade School Growing in Jackson Parish
Jonesboro La June 27 Special The Jackson Parish Trade School opened welding courses May 9 with 36 World War II veterans. Enrollment has risen to about 135 as instructors emphasize mastery and practical projects. Veterans may receive subsistence while studying under the G I bill and work elsewhere provided earnings stay under the cap. At least nine days of service qualifies for 12 months of schooling.
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Jonesboro
Jackson Parish Trade School, Inc
Ex-Lax the Happy Medium Laxative Ad
A vintage Ex-Lax advertisement touts the product as “the Happy Medium” among laxatives. It emphasizes its taste, child-friendly appeal, dependable relief, and doctor usage while noting a price of 10 cents. The copy claims it is not too strong nor too mild and suitable for children.
Guy Smith Takes Over Alvis Here
Guy Smith, a well known hotel operator, has become manager of Hotel Alvis after Roger Dishong resigned to pursue another line of business locally. Smith brings 23 years in local hotels, starting as night clerk at Hotel Maroe in 1926 and serving as assistant manager at Hotel Frances before acting manager there. He promises improvements to boost the Alvis’s appeal to travelers.
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Guy Smith
Hotel Alvis
Roger Dishong
Mr. Smith
Hotel Maroe
Hotel Frances
Smith
Shanghai Reds Hit English as China Rules Shanghai
Reporter Fred Hampson notes Shanghai shifts from English to Chinese under Communist rule. Foreigners struggle with language, firms require Chinese letters, and translations accompany English letters. St John’s University students demand banning English from curriculum. The American flag should be hoisted and lowered properly.
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Fred Hampson
Shanghai
St. John’s University
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