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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1925
Page
4
A satirical piece describes moving sidewalks as a congestion relief in a western city. The mock commentary imagines pedestrians riding to work in bedroom slippers, notes the sidewalks run on schedule, and jokes about liquor, ice, and lack of brakes. It ends by claiming suburban railroads will be out of date and that a sidewalk never misses a station.
In Memphis on May 14 the Southern Baptist convention debated whether congregational applause after sermons should be prohibited. A balcony voice asked for a rule banning applause, the chair said no rule exists, and the issue lingered as members proposed and blocked motions.
Notice to creditors and interested parties of the T J Midkiff estate in Ouachita Parish Fourth District Court to show cause within ten days why the final account by John P Parker administrator should not be approved and homologated and distributed per court order. Deputy Clerk Leon K Pooser May 15 16.
The article argues that victory in suppressing rum running along coastlines would strengthen enforcement nationwide while a collapse would undermine respect for laws. It notes reported violations in New Orleans and Baltimore, urges acknowledgment of the national scope and shifting public sentiment after six years under the Volstead act.
A London editor’s reaction to the Cedar Grove flogging case notes a seven month sentence and rebukes misinterpretations by outside commentators. The piece contrasts perceived European tyranny with American penalties and calls for scrutiny of northern critics over regional crimes like Herrin and the Niles bloodshed.
General Maurice, chief of British operations in the World War era, assesses Robert E. Lee as one of history’s supreme military leaders. He argues Lee’s tactics in 1861 65 outpaced his times and could have altered World War I if used by the Allies in 1914. Maurice places Lee among history’s greatest captains alongside Wellington and Napoleon, noting Lee was never truly defeated.
A thoughtful piece argues specialization over multi talent. It cites Conrad Rostand and Browning to urge choosing a path aligning with abilities, then devotes to dedication and joy in one’s work, noting success and happiness as rewards.
An 1910 Monroe News-Star round up recalls Dr. M. A. McHenry's death after a long illness, funeral at First Methodist, and civic notes. Evangelist Morrow draws crowds at Christian church while Y M C A directors weigh continuance. Cottage sale to Home Telephone Co. raises 4000 dollars toward a 11000 debt. Mrs Mattie Turnley hosts a five hundred party with prizes to Mrs. Gordon and Mr. Blanks.
A long OCR style list of crossword clues and numbers for horizontal and vertical entries including terms like To ring nosily rampart supply with resolution and many others. The readable segments present a full puzzle clue set with numbers and partial spellings for several entries and directions.
Reported: Topeka land office kept open for years after all government land was distributed. Records sent to Washington after order to close. Austin Chamberlain cited Europe’s restless fear. British Foreign Office: half of Europe dangerously angry, half dangerously afraid, offering bleak promise for peace.
Mrs. Annie Crowell of 326 North 6th Street says Doan's Pills relieved her back ache and irregular kidney action after suffering urinary trouble and nerves. Another family member with weak kidneys was helped. Price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo New York endorses the remedy.
An elderly widower credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy with curing stomach and liver trouble after five years of suffering. He reports weight regain and improved health, claiming the product removes intestinal mucus and inflammation. One dose convinces or money refunded, Phoenix Drug Store and other druggists advertise.
Letter from Fred Hamilton M D refutes state biologist Viasca on the cause of sick and dying ducks at Catahoula Lake. He argues lead poisoning from hunting and weather, questions the potash salt theory, and urges action to protect nesting sites and regulate fishing.
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