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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1939

Page

4

Louisiana calls for federal justice in corruption probes

The piece argues that only the U S Department of Justice can impartially pursue prosecutions of officials involved in WPA and Smith case misuses in Louisiana. It urges Roosevelt and Murphy to deploy federal power to expose guilt, convict the culpable, and restore public trust nationwide.

Louisiana Roosevelt Murphy Kansas City Department of Justice United States of America

China Foils Plan to Seize Genghis Khan Remains

The article reports Japan's plot to grab the silver casket with Genghis Khan's remains, but China moved it to a secret western location. The piece notes Chinese optimism, a Cleveland Rotary delegate predicting China’s victory in years, and Japan bracing for a prolonged war. It frames the bones as a symbolic force in the conflict.

Genghis Khan China Cleveland International Rotary Japan

Vacation Relaxation and the True Self on Holiday

A clergyman notes that vacation reveals the real self, especially for common people at fashionable resorts. Men drift from high status to leisure as two weeks away grants rest forgetfulness of self. Different tastes exist but the aim is rest with fewer long auto tours and more restful travel, like ocean voyages.

No Joking About Rotary and Service Clubs

The piece argues Rotary and service clubs have grown mature and dignified, with less humor about them. It notes a waning personal contact yet a stronger hope that cross border friendships can aid world peace, while polling shows 27 percent favor sending troops abroad next time and 83 percent against.

The Young Grad Debates Life After Graduation

A baccalaureate speaker laments the end of college and faces a bleak job outlook. The piece riffs on headlines about heavy industry unemployment and deficit fears while the graduate seeks direction and a Beckon from America.

Our Children By Angelo Patri

Advice on leaving babies unattended stresses safety and trust. They urge guardians to stay with infants, use relatives or trusted helpers when away, and to avoid locking children inside. The piece suggests church nurseries and sharing the duty to attend services. It ends with guidance and an offer to obtain Patri’s booklet.

Tax base clash and Italian army notes in Washington Daybook

Tax experts argue reducing exemptions would raise more revenue with less cost, while the president avoids pressing the idea amid elections. The column also reassesses Italian fighting ability, noting conscripts and officers, and recalls a cheeky correspondence with a nonpaying creditor. It mentions Navy cafeterias and the Girand semi automatic rifle overheating when fired rapidly.

Washington Congress

Rosenwald fund to build Negro school in Ouachita Parish

Ouachita parish plans a Rosenwald foundation school on South Jackson street to aid Black education. Negro workers will construct the building, with materials ordered this week and the project begun at once. The steamer America is due in Monroe from New Orleans tomorrow afternoon, and local residents who visited New Orleans last week are returning. Mr and Mrs F C Holden return from Denver after attending the Kiwanis national convention and plan a mountain cabin visit next summer. En route they visited relatives in Nebraska. Monroe Drillers and companions were guests at an al fresco supper in Forsythe park hosted by Mr and Mrs W C Feazel featuring fried chicken under car headlights for illumination.

Ouachita Parish Julius Rosenwald Nashville, Tenn South Jackson Street America Monroe New Orleans Crescent City F. C. Holden Denver Colo Nebraska Gable-Lombard Rancho Gene Raymond David Guion

Negro Brothers Sentenced After Guilty Plea in Breakin

Garland Kennedy 28 and his brother Steve Kennedy 19 pleaded guilty in district court to breaking and entering a store at night. Judge R R Reeves gave Garland 20 years in the state penitentiary as a fourth offender and Steve three years. Steve’s was his first offense.

Garland Kennedy Steve Kennedy R. R. Reeves Johnny Williams Texas Arkansas L. H. Carter

Singing Meet Set Sunday at Missouri Pacific Clubhouse

Advance indications point to a large crowd Sunday at 1 30 p m for a booster club singing convention at the Missouri Pacific clubhouse on Ouachita avenue. A loud speaker will let listeners hear programs from parked cars. S. A. Moss, chief booster, says many capable artists will participate. The text notes 12 500 000 negroes in the United States.

Booster Club Missouri Pacific Ouachita Avenue S. A. Moss

Modern techniques and the heart diagnosis evolution

Modern science applies new technics to measure heart tissue function and disease. The electrocardiogram records heart beat waves from multiple body points, helping detect coronary thrombosis valve infections and muscle changes while cannot replace clinical judgment.

Einthoven

Actor Leonard Penn Critically Ill in Los Angeles

Leonard Penn husband of Gladys George is in St. Vincent's hospital with peritonitis after an appendectomy on June 19. Doctors expect a crisis within two days.

Penn Los Angeles Leonard Penn Gladys George St. Vincent's Hospital

Banana Orange Breakfast Crunch Topping

A breakfast idea mixes sliced bananas dipped in orange juice with a touch of lemon served over toasted ready cooked cereal. The crunchy cereal pairs well with the bananas and suits kids reluctant to eat morning cereal. Sugar remains one of the few substances not yet fully replicated by artificial science.

Brenda Joyce Sparks Quick Rise in Hollywood

Jimmie Fidler notes Brenda Joyce's swift move from college classroom to a major screen role and watches as hopeful fiancé ventures toward China, hoping for future success. He also taunts gossip and lists quick sketches of stars and studio quirks.

Hollywood Brenda Joyce Brenda China

Inexpensive New York Visit Says Oklahoma Auditor

Oklahoma state auditor Frank Carter reports New York can be affordable with a daily subsistence limit of seven dollars and fifty-six cents. He notes budget eateries, free sights, and economical lodging while recounting a bond deal and city amenities for visitors on modest budgets.

New York Manhattan Metropolis Frank Carter Oklahoma Gotham Carter Washington Chicago Waldorf- Astoria St. Regis Stork

Bag Containing $26 000 Found on Street Car

Vancouver report says an excited inspector arrived as Motorman Roy Dinsmore discovered an old bag under a seat. A elderly couple carried valuables during sightseeing believing it safer than leaving them at home.

Vancouver B. C Roy Dinsmore

Former Teacher Bests Policeman in Traffic Case

Memphis judge dismisses traffic charge after former teacher Frances Clark, once in Brasher's class, defends herself against Patrolman J A Brasher by quipping his schooling did not ensure his judgment. The case ends with a dismissal.

Memphis Tenn J. A. Brasher Frances Clark R. J. Bateman

Radio Schedule Highlights from June 29 Evening Listings

Eastern time adjustments listed for CST and MT. Nightly programs include Houseboat Hannah, The Johnson Family skit, Morin Sisters vocals, Anthony outdoors segment, Weber's Concert Orchestra, Orphan Annie, March of Games quiz, and various news and dance music hours. Featured stars include Jimmy Kemper, Edwin C. Hill, Patricia Gilmore, Howie Wing, Bill Stern, Lynn Brandt, Nan Wynn, Rudy Vallee, Kate Smith, and Major Bowes with Amateurs.

Hannah Johnson Anthony Kit Hob Edge Weber Annie J. Johnston Jimmy Kemper Longnbo Nbe Wjs Cbha-Waba Dance Music Orchestra Mbs-Chain Edwin C Bill Stern Lowell Thomas Lynn Brandt Nan Wynn Cba-Wabo Wor F. Waring Nbhe-Weat Haly Aces Amos & Andy Wabe Mr. Keen Matty Malneck Cbs-Chain-Weat E. Roosevelt Joe FB Brown Mbs Sam Raker Rudy Vallee Kate Smith Mls-Wer A. Wallenstein Major Bowes & Amateurs Dancing Music Orchestra Edwin C. Hill Orch Mbs-Wor B. Crosby B. Burns Inmebaewaba

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