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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1928

Page

5

Wisdom at Houston on Democratic attack in 1928 campaign

The 1928 Democratic convention is framed as a fight against corruption and entrenched power rather than isolated court cases. It casts the issue as a challenge to vested interests and aims to appeal to farmers with tariff fairness. Democrats seek to present a real choice breaking Republican control, while Republicans worry over internal divisions.

Houston Democratic Party Faly Sinclairs Stewarts United States

Opposition to Boeuf floodway prompts call for alternatives

Protests in Missouri target the Jadwin flood control plan affecting eastern Missouri, opposing the Boeuf floodway. Land owners urge constructive action by proposing specific alternatives, notably advocating reservoirs, as surveys proceed from Baton Rouge to Cape Girardeau.

Boeuf Valley Louisiana Missouri Jadwin Flood Control Board Arkansas Boeuf Baton Rouge Cape Girardeau

Borger Gas Field Claims Prompt Carbon Black Debate

The Borger Texas gas field district claims it has surpassed Monroe in carbon black production, with Texas predicted to lead by 1929 as Louisiana units move west. The piece questions Texas assertions of the Panhandle’s world largest gas field, suggesting a neutral study of East Carroll and Richland parish gas reserves may settle the dispute.

Borger Texas World Center Monroe Field Louisiana Lone Star Iead Panhandle East Carrol Parish Richland Parish Shaps Mineral Affairs

Legislation Debate Delays Cash and Ideia Provision Vote

Lawmakers debate a bill on enacting a cash based mechanism and a disputed ide a provision. Opponents push for remanding enforcement and question authority while the house weighs supporters and objections.

Leather Lungs as a Political Skein of Scorn

A caustic portrait targets Leather Langs describing him as a loud demagogue in hustings and a predator of wealth from crime and chicanery. The piece mocks his style clothes and stench of vices, notes shrinking support, and laments decline of his influence as history moves toward light.

Webster Legion Century Plant Leather Langs

Rounding Out The News on Chihli Province and Tick Eradication

A National Geographic bulletin surveys Chihli Province China noting its war torn past, agriculture, industry and towns such as Tientsin and Hokienfu. It also discusses livestock and regional trade and ends with a call for a Louisiana tick eradication law.

Chihli China Flanders Field Washington, D. C National Geographic Society Hokienfu Peking Paotingfn Tianchow Louisiana

The Cabin Reflects On Hoover and Local Traffic Theories

The Cabin notes disagreements over Hoover and national politics as described in New Republic. It comments on Baton Rouge education bills, school officials, and a satire of popular politics, then mocks traffic theories and calls for a coherent traffic code.

Baton Rouge Harris South Grand Safety Islands

Understanding and Addressing Inferiority Complexes

The term inferiority complex is misused as a label or insult, harming those affected. It stems from timidity and low self confidence, leading sufferers to evade problems or fake inadequacy, often becoming bullies or dreamers unless properly treated and supported toward a healthier environment.

Delphians host meeting in Mer Rouge

June 28 report notes Mrs. Carl N. Hull hosting the Delphians for a session. numerous visitors and guests travel from Bastrop Meeker Green ville Winnfield Monroe Ya xC0 City for weddings and family gatherings including Montgomery Vaughan event.

England Arky E. W. Andrews Frank Reeves J. H. Reeves Mansfield Lon Norsworthy Greenville Tex Mary Ruth Montgomery Conway Ark Montgomery-Vaughan Irma Jane Gibson Oak Ridge Ernestine Graves W.c. Andrews Charley Wilson Louise Yeldell Ada Daniels Eric Floyce Beasley Lake Village Leon Davenport Mabel Sharp Cooper's Well Mesdames Dayle Wilson Bastrop Ophelia Moss Winnfield Esther Gerald Curtis Cook Grand Cane John L. Daniels Monroe A. B. Sisson Morgan Jones Mike Clark

Local Notes from Monroe Visit and Guests

Fifteen years ago Mr Allan Scholars visits New Orleans on business. Miss Lucille McLeod confined at home from illness. Joy Littlepage of Basco visiting Monroe. Gertrude Daughtry returns to Selma for work. Andrew Gunby of Texas guests with Judge and Mrs. Gunby. Mrs. W N Wise of Marion visiting Mrs. O M Taylor. Josephine Meredith ill for ten days. Nena Redditt of Columbia visiting Monroe. Mrs. M F Weaks and baby return from El Dorado Arkansas. Mrs. E B Starsney and baby Edward visit Bastrop for the weekend. Henry Naff of Bastrop visiting R A Moore home.

Andrew Gunby Texas A. A. Gunby W. N. Wise Marion O. M. Taylor Breard Street Josephine Sallie Meredith Nena Redditt Columbia Monroe Olive Dawkins M. F. Weaks Baby el Dorado Ark E. B. Starsney Edward Bastrop Henry Naff Ruston R. A. Moore

Calhoun Social Notes Record Weekend Visits

Calhoun updates list Mr. and Mrs. Grady Brown guests from West Monroe visiting relatives. Visitors include Mrs. Lula May eaux and Jos Morace of Eunice and Mrs. Jerry Mercer of Monroe. Alma Hale hosts Woman's Missionary Society with several attendees.

News-Star Calhoun Grady Brown West Monroe C. C. Mason Shreveport Rev. Henderson Gibsland Blanchard Hart W. A. Hart E. M. White Lula Mack Oneal Shreveprot Max Hamilton Alma Hale Woman’s Missionary Society Hale Maud Wright Mag Roberts Mae Carlton Clara Hodge J. E. Bryan John R. Baker Henderson W. J. Stuart Elizabeth Hale June Hodge Joe Ellis Monroe Lewis Bordman

Radio Schedule Highlights Musical Programs and Guests

On Thursday June 23 stations broadcast a lineup of musical programs and guest appearances. Highlights include Retold Tales with Jeff and Andy on WJZ and KDKA, Albin's Orchestra across multiple outlets, and Hoover Sentinels musical program. Maxwell Hour with Willard Robison and Sentimental Songs also featured across several networks. The Pennsylvanians dance music and Slumber Music conclude the evening slate with many stations listed.

Jeff Andy WGY WGR Slumber Musico WJZ KYW WEAF New York Hoover Sentinels Slumber Music Newark King of Clubs Candy Dandies WSB Atlanta Maxwell Shaw Colgate KRLD Dallas WFAA Hipover Sentinels WBAP Fort Worth KPRC Houston NBC Des Moines WCX WJR Detroit Sao C. W. Hamp WOWO Hoosier WDAF Kansas City WTMJ Milwaukee Indiana Five WCCO Minneapolis-St. Paul St. Louis KVOO Tulsa Sheen Zion

Radio Listings across markets show Democratic Convention coverage

A compiled schedule lists PM programs by station, with many stations in Chicago and other cities airing Democratic Convention coverage at 10:00 AM and related evening programs. Also shows orchestras, ensembles, dance music, and talk programs across national and regional networks.

KGW Portland KPO San Francisco Wolverines NBC KJR Seattle KHQ Spokane Travelogy Philco

Witty Observations on Marriage and Mistakes

A string of cheeky vignettes on domestic life and marital folly. Jests compare alimony, spinsterhood, and a husband’s driving to playful mischief. The tone coats everyday conflicts with humor while poking at domestic scripts.

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