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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1933
Page
4
A school and family plea on home training as the key to proper education stressing that parents, church, and government share roles but the home remains the core. A poem about a turtle, its care, and a grandmothers fear closes the page with Marian Moss at Central Grammar School.
In a third grade note Willie Stokes expresses pride in Holly Ridge School and states it looks better than any other school his mother has seen. The casual endorsement highlights the student’s satisfaction with the school’s appearance and environment.
A lyrical poem by Barbara Young evokes Mary and Jesus with Lebanon imagery. The speaker imagines Our Lady weaving and plucking stars for her Son, describing celestial gems and snow on cedar boughs as angels sing.
A short verse by Harvie Snelling of Winnfield pleads for divine guidance and comfort. The speaker seeks certainty and reassurance to keep true paths and ends with gratitude toward God.
Paul Rogers and Helen Terrell of Holly Ridge Third Grade describe a state approved, tree lined campus with sidewalks, lunch and play areas, shrubbery, classroom pictures, and lively classmates. They express pride in the school environment and enjoy attending.
A collection of verses about dolls and spring fashion, a sea voyage tale with Johnny Boy and a leaky tub boat, a shy boy’s candy mishap, plus a sentimental poem about a mother’s memory of her child. The pieces mix playful childlike scenes with gentle moral notes and memories.
A rural letter collection describes a student discovering cedar, storing it in a pantry, and a grandparent whittling spoons. Jennie Louise Townsend and Mildred Poole share memories of Holly Ridge and Gilbert La schools with praise for teachers and rooms. The piece closes with cheerful spring imagery and a beekọ buzzing.
A short, playful note from Crosley School third grade author Helen Wink wishes to be a hen to live in a pen and make a nest for Robin Red Breast.
Poem praising a president as friend of the forgotten man and proponent of a new deal, pledging to lift the economic pall through diligent national leadership. Includes verses about winter and summer rhymes by Doris Jasper and Laura Elfen Tillman, noting cheerful lines and civic trust.
The barrel organ man and the man with balloons thrill the street with splendiferous tunes. Come outside and dance in the street as adventures unfold for everyone. Balloons float and music rings out as brave two stumps along with hope in their pockets and joy in their song. My little dog Jack.
A short verse from Margie Mae of Crowell Georgia Central Grammar about two dogs. Jack has a black spot on his back and plays with another dog named Mac. The pair meet in a shack and enjoy sunny days after rain.
Blanche Martin and Oscar Butler share simple spring scenes and farming rhythms from Gilbert and Mangham while Melvin Wright muses on a fish wish. A circus ledger lists daily items and food quantities, including 5 000 pancakes and 12 to 15 gallons of syrup.
Ethel Reid from Central Grammar notes two white rats named Bill and Bob that are easy to miss when trying to catch them. The poem hints at school life with a five grade system, six teachers, a brick building, a new flag, and pride in being state approved. Gnes Buckley Sibley reflects on childhood memories and a lost mother.
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