24 May 1927
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1927
Page
1
Mrs. Henrietta Zander refutes rumors of an engagement to a wealthy suitor. She explains her brother George and his coaching wife were recalled due to business, and there is no foundation for claims of a betrothal. The tale stems from gossip and a confusing incident involving a no trespassing sign.
The Reverend A. R. Miller at St. Matthew's church spoke on Is life worth living drawing from Job and Jesus. He argued life is a warfare for both rich and poor, but only the Son of God gives true purpose and worth. He warned worldly success can mask spiritual emptiness and urged acceptance of Calvary's message. The evening program at 7:39 p.m. centered on The Abuse of Our Freedom.
Police in Norfolk Virginia push motorists to renew the doorbell habit and abandon car horn blowing while parked at park or bank areas. The drive aims to reduce noise and annoyance in public spaces.
Dr. E Tugwell union parish elections chief says New Orleans support shifts toward Huey Long after Judge O Neal declines run He forecasts Long will win the first race likely against Gov Simpson with large gains in North Louisiana Creole regions and New Orleans carrying a threefold vote rise and the largest Louisiana statewide majority since 1904.
In a move stirring local politics, supporters in Elles, Rapides, and North Louisiana pledge backing for Mr. Long. The list includes individuals whose names could shock both city and state administrations.
A May 24 report from London explains wig wearers scratch more with older wigs as stray curls tickle scalps. Wigmaker A W R Witts notes two hand made wigs from white horsehair, with detailed curl counts and weights, sought even as curiosities by visiting American lawyers.
Charles Cooper defends English cooking arguing against the claim that England has more bad cooks than others. He cites Scotch beef, Southdown, Welsh mutton, English turtle soup, and lark and steak pudding as prime fare and challenges any country to outdo them.
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