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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1937
Page
9
The Federal Land Bank of New Orleans approved 86 percent of loan applications through May this year, up from 58 percent in the first five months of last year. Applications for farm operating loans rose 29 percent, signaling improved credit conditions for Ouachita valley farmers.
Bob Madison aged 28 and Frank Hannon aged 40 were brought to Monroe by Sheriff Buddy Erskine of Caldwell parish and held in the Ouachita parish jail for safekeeping. They are said to be charged with auto theft.
The final piece in a four part series recounts the convict's life on The Rock. He describes near impossible escapes guarded by deadly rules, routine censorship, and harsh routines, ending with his January 13 release and departure by boat.
Rev T L Crenshaw from Wortham Texas leads a revival at Stone Avenue Methodist Protestant Church. He warns against half conquered Canaan and half-heartedness citing biblical examples. Daily services at 10 am and 745 pm include a 9:15 am children’s service and a 7 pm youth meeting. Miss Lea Joiner oversees and plans to enter foreign mission service.
Coroner Irving J. Wolff examined the little girl and said he would submit his report to the district attorney once completed. The article notes the case concerns a similar offense and mentions where the sentence was served.
L A Matern of 513 Calypso Street reported to police on Wednesday that his lawnmower was stolen. The brief note records the incident and lacks further details.
A lawnmower was reported stolen sometime between last Friday and Monday. The theft involved the machine bearing the initials L A M stamped on the handle, and local authorities were notified seeking information.
The rank of page will be conferred by Stonewall lodge Knights of Pythias on Thursday at 8 p.m. Refreshments will be served and all members are urged to attend.
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