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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1938

Page

4

Mrs Elizabeth M Hudson Remembered For Social Life And Kindness

Mrs Elizabeth Margaret Hudson died yesterday after a fall weeks ago. A prominent figure in the city’s social and intellectual life, she influenced many through kindness and beautification efforts after her husband Gray Hudson’s prominence in the Louisiana bar. She was remembered for beauty, culture, and a generous, humane spirit. Universal sympathy went to her family and friends.

Elizabeth Margaret Hudson Gord

Europe’s Drought Seen Worsening Wheat Shortages Abroad

Reports flag a severe spring drought across Europe with Germany optimistic only in Berlin. Northern provinces report rainfall far below normal, wheat crops cut by millions of metric tons, prompting imports and corn mixing for bread. France also suffers drought damage while London predicts rising U.S. wheat purchases. War mood may be affected by bread supply concerns.

Europe Berlin Germany Sint Mary Doan Farmieee France London United States

Public official Gallagher Sends Cheerful Letter Campaign

Joseph F. Gallagher postmaster of Philadelphia mails a personal composition to customers urging June letter writing month and social and business contacts renewal. The message promotes public service spirit and civic warmth, suggesting other officials spread similar sunshine.

Joseph F. Gallagher Philadel Gallagher Philadelphia Laan Howe

Economic Boomerang on Wages and Hours Legislation

An economist warns that wage and hour laws may harm workers in the short run by raising costs and unsettled business confidence. Ray Cable of Washington University notes the immediate effects could shift risk to employers, complicating labor relations amid broader economic tensions.

Ray Cable Washington Ersity

Women cops gain in New York as 21 jobs open

Uncommon Sense argues women excel in police work, noting 21 openings and over 3,500 applicants in New York City. John J. Seery cites women’s tact and restraint, recounts early matron roles, and argues policewomen can elevate the force and advance peace by reducing brute force reliance.

New York City John J. Seery New York The Bell Syndicate, Inc

Change the Course for Failing Students Says Patri

Angelo Patri urges parents to switch a failing pupil to a suitable course of study rather than force a nonviable path. He argues failure often stems from mismatched work or abilities and emphasizes keeping pride and happiness while pursuing useful, honorable labor. Patri offers a booklet Obedience for coping with disobedience, available from his Bell Library address.

Washington Letter on GM schedules and political talk

Washington letters discuss GM plant shutdowns, clarifying rumors of a post election closure. It notes inventories limit car output for 2-3 months and minimal impact on Washington. The piece also covers Roosevelt's remarks on British labor law study and David J. Lewis's bill on congressional disclosure of legal income.

Phonograph Debate Heads to Evansville College

In Glendale California a phonograph debate at Glendale Junior College proceeds to Evansville Indiana. An answering argument is recorded and sent west where a panel of two boards of judges will determine the winner after a conventional number of songs are played at each end.

Glendale Calif Glendale Junior College Evansville College Evansville Ind

Breathing and Vital Capacity Explained by Dr Morris Fishbein

The article outlines tidal, complemental, and supplemental air, totaling the vital capacity around 3000 cubic centimeters. It notes breath control varies, holding breath depends on lung air and carbon dioxide, and discusses risks of acidity versus alkalinity in the body.

Coyote starves rather than risk trap at den

In Cokeville Wyoming a she coyote trailing sheep for years returned to her den, found traps blocking the cave mouth, and chose to starve rather than escape. The animal stayed inside and died, unable to leave due to the hunter set traps.

Cokeville Wyo

Hydrogen conversion fuels sun and stars says Gamow

Dr G Gamow of George Washington University argues in Physical Review that hydrogen in stellar cores at millions of degrees converts into heavier elements. This process would release immense heat and light, explaining the sun and stars as not burning up but transforming hydrogen into heavier matter. The finding suggests hydrogen fusion as the sole possible change among elements in stellar interiors.

Washington G. Gamow George Washington University Gamow

Political battle looms as Parker visit slated for August

In Monroe, leading politicians expect Governor Parker to address the Louisiana American Legion convention in north Louisiana on August 15 signaling a campaign start for state district and parish offices. Senators Hood and Webb and Robert Prophit plan re election bids but delay announcements. Ouachita Valley Camp No 10 Woodmen of the World opens a new $30,000 building on Jackson Street with remarks from local leaders and a women’s auxiliary delegate. Mrs Eugene Flournoy and her baby plan a return to Evanston Illinois next week after visiting her parents.

Parker Louisiana Louisiana American Legion Monroe T. L. Hood T. T. Webb Robert Prophit Ouachita Valley Camp No. 10 Jackson Street Charles Schulze John Schrieber C. E. Bynum J. W. Morrow Woodmen’s Circle Mary Hannah Eugene Flournoy Evanston, HI Flournoy E. N. Faulk

Marriage Tale of Richard Arlen and Jobyna Ralston

Movie Scrapbook recalls Richard Arlen and Jobyna Ralston wed after a comic mishap on the aisle when she tripped on her train. The couple, married 11 years, have a son Dick Jr. They live at Toluca Lake and plan a new Northridge home while Arlen works with the Ritz Brothers in Straight Place and Show and own a 52‑foot power cruiser.

Richard Arlen Jobyna Ralston Dick, Jr Arlen Ritz Brothers Toluca Lake Northridge New Film Settlement San Fernando Valley Jobyna R

Hollywood Star Prospect Lynn Eyes Big Screen Break

Hollywood correspondent profiles Jeffrey Lynn a Bates College graduate who rose from clerking and teaching to stage work and Broadway before being tested by M G M. Discreet about stardom, Lynn stresses cash audiences drive fame and notes his reluctance toward parties. He now awaits larger roles after being cast in Jezebel and as lead in Sister Act.

Hollywood Jeffrey Lynn Warner Brothers Mr. Lynn Echoe Lynn Hollywood Athletic Club Catalina Island Errol Flynn Barker Bates College Maine Auburn Mass Lind New York Broadway Barter Theater Abington Murcer Brother Rat M-G-M Bette Davis Jezebel Henry Fonda

Mandalay memories and peril on New York waters

By George Rom recalls the ill fated S S Mandalay cruise where Captain Curran stayed by his sinking vessel to ensure passenger safety. The piece mixes humor and tribute while noting a fatal kidnaping case near Glen Island and a Brooklyn Bridge dive incident for publicity.

George Rom New York S. S. Mandalay Normandie Mandalay Philip Curran Curran Bay

Radio Program Listings for Tuesday June 28

Dense network schedule listing NBC WEAF and CBC stations with regional time blocks. Includes afternoon to late night programs across East Midwest South Mountain and Pacific feeds with shows from Amos n Andy Vox Popular music and news periods.

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