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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1962
Page
6
The Monroe Mews-Star cautions Northeast Louisiana motorists as the 4th of July falls on a Wednesday. With busy, tiring midweek travel, the editorial urges wearing safety belts, slowing down, and staying alert to reduce accidents near home. It notes highway space has grown and says caution is essential for trips to lakes or parks.
The United Nations debate on colonialism pits the United States between pro and anti colonialist positions. The USSR seeks changes since 1945, framing Western colonies as evil while ignoring Soviet domination. The 17 nation committee calls for independence for colonies but omits secession rights for Soviet satellites. Revisions to the UN charter are overdue.
A Washington commentary notes pervasive personal accusations in speeches and hearings over Billie Sol Estes and stockpiling, criticizing liberal silence and explaining how guilt by association and selective investigations undermine due process in U.S. politics. It contrasts ossified partisanship with Britain and Canada’s cautious inquiries.
Washington reports State Department experts returned from a top secret mission to British Guiana to map plans for U S foreign aid. They met Premier Cheddi Jagan and drafted a report due by late July outlining aid recommendations to counter Communist influence.
A devotional note cites 1 Corinthians 7 23 urging believers to value life as God’s gift and fulfill the debt of love for fellow humans. It echoes Jesus commandment Love one another and frames devotion as service to others.
Journal column recalls John and Mary Foley long home life of hardship and humor. Despite illness poverty and relief, their dignity and neighbors generosity offer bright moments. A Toledo couple also sends regular aid as the Foleys cope with loneliness and memory.
Dental decay is the main cause of tooth loss before 30 while periodontal disease leads after. Regular brushing after meals removes food particles and tartar. flossing aids cleaning. mouth massage improves circulation. antiseptics and regular dentist visits help prevent gum disease and tooth loss.
A 51 year old female employee, Miss Mary Jones, was allegedly abducted and detained for 12 days on federal property without warrant or police complaint. The incident, tied to accusations of exposing corruption linked to Billie Sol Estes, prompted scrutiny of Freeman and calls for accountability from congressmen and senators.
A reader asks if divorce is right after discovering her husband’s prior marriage. The columnist urges against divorce, citing the five children and twelve-year life together, insisting it would harm the kids and advising dedication to the family and faith rather than separation. The piece ends with a note about historical events from June 29, 1937.
The Monroe News Star-World Publishing Corporation lists staff and executives including William H Bronson Jack S Campbell Edmunds Brown Jack Gates and Walter B Hatten with roles such as General Manager Executive Editor and Managing Editor. The paper is published daily except Saturday and Sunday and is part of the Associated Press news service with offices and advertising representations across major cities.
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