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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1920
Page
4
A local newspaper informs readers about yearly prepaid subscription terms. The notice states annual payment in advance and a base rate of one dollar for the period, with details likely aimed at current and new subscribers.
The piece discusses whether presidential hopefuls should undergo psychological testing to judge both heart and mind. It cites Dr. Joseph Collins and The Sun’s excerpts critiquing Woodrow Wilson as emotionally frigid, lacking love for humanity, and argues about the value of such testing for voters and selectors.
An old advertisement touts Black and White Beauty Treatment for aging skin. It promotes Black and White Ointment and Soap priced at 25c each, with a 50c package offer and a free sample literature and dream book for mail-in request from Matahanna Tennessee.
The author critiques the idea of finding a Lincoln like heart and Wilson like brain in a single candidate. They question the wisdom of subjecting nominees to psychological or spiritual X-rays and note that true evaluation remains uncertain until after the White House is assumed. The piece argues presidential choice is a leap in the dark with some guiding indicators.
An exhortation on self discipline and personal energy urging readers to conserve talents, develop initiative, and pursue goals independently. It warns against criticizing others and emphasizes proving capability through first attempts and continued effort to achieve real success.
The quote reflects renewed vigor in labor as individuals gain awareness of a new power and force from making the best use of their energies. It emphasizes conscious effort and improved personal productivity.
London marks the fifth anniversary of the Lusitania disaster. The German U boat attack off Ireland killed about 1150 aboard, including 100 Americans, fueling anti German sentiment and call for war. prayers were held in English churches and a service at the Lusitania cemetery in Queenstown with many Americans attending.
The report notes seborrhea or dandruff and cites scientific backing for a cure named FAMO. It emphasizes the shift from bacilli cause to a proven remedy and highlights hope for sufferers.
Washington bankers told the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee that no portion of the 610 million dollars railroad presidents estimate for new equipment to ease congestion could be raised from the public. They did not agree with the testimony supporting a 500 million dollar government loan.
In Florence two priests were arrested on charges of stealing a bust of Antonio Canova from the Abbey of Arcevia along with other art treasures. The case involves the celebrated Italian sculptor and occurred amid broader art theft investigations.
From Warsaw on May 7 the Associated Press reports Bolshevik troops defend Kiev with strengthened resistance. The battle for possession rages as the fight concentrates on the city’s defenses and surrounding areas.
Completely washed out of the system by the celebrated Shivar Mineral Water. Positively guaranteed by money back offer. Tastes fine and costs a trifle. Delivered anywhere by our Monroe agents, Monroe Grocer Co.
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