29 May 1928
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1928
Page
1
A 1928 column urges parents to drop prudery and openly educate children about sex and procreation. It argues fear and silence breed sex problems, praising frank discussion and resources like Youth to Manhood to prevent marital unhappiness caused by ignorance.
A discussion proposes canceling driving licenses for those found at the wheel under intoxicants as a strong, cost effective public safety measure. It argues such suspensions would protect the public under modern traffic conditions, applying equally to rich and poor.
The article notes plans for a formal dedication of Selman air field with a visiting army plane delegation and a notable speaker. Heavy rain later spoiled the visit, limiting attendance and sparking hope that a future ceremony when skies are clear will proceed. Estimated crowd potential ranged from ten to fifteen thousand if weather allowed.
A reflective editorial urges legislators and observers to return home briefly then embark on a thorough audit of state departments. It calls for measuring economy, identifying work quality, exposing failing officials, and publicly naming rascals. The piece favors a focused but decisive overhaul to reform government.
The writer argues applying the Golden Rule would reveal how a severance tax would disrupt the carbon black industry and affect gas field parishes. Using Ouachita parish as a example, up to 20 percent of 1927 valuations came from carbon black, with Ouachita's total assessment about 58.6 million dollars and carbon black at 10 to 11 million. Other parishes like East Baton Rouge and Rapides would face multi million tax losses, illustrating statewide consequences for major industries.
European leaders plan summer residencies at Rambouillet in France and Chequers in England. Premier Baldwin will retreat to Chequers in the Chiltern Hills, while President Doumergue and President Masaryk head to Rambouillet and Lang near Prague respectively. The report notes Chequers historic ties, Rambouillet’s royal lineage, and ties to notable figures such as Cromwell.
A reflective piece urges visiting hospitals to feel the solemnity of care and tragedy before enjoying leisure. Local notes list residents visiting Monroe, travel to Kansas City, New Orleans, Bastrop, and Virginia, plus upcoming Durden Kihneman nuptials and teaching moves.
Edward Perrenot, 12, hanged himself in his doorway after killing a red bird. His note blamed the act, and an older sister found the body while the parents were away. The chaotic account includes stray phrases and unclear sentences from the original report.
Mr and Mrs B G Humphries Jr and family visited Monroe Saturday. Mrs A L Brown and son Harris Lynn stayed with Mr and Mrs J K Brown in Columbia. Mrs W H Hanchey and granddaughter Ernstine Hanchey visit Jena relatives. Kenneth Humphries and Othro Hammett returned from Monroe. G W Rogers visited Clarks Saturday. Hattie Humble of Ruston visits here. Johnny Duke and Jewell Roberts visited Rochelle. Mrs J L Frickie visited Selma. Claudia Cruse visited Monroe relatives. Mrs L C Smith of Monroe weekend with Cruse family. W G Sites moves to Columbia for future work. H L Lay heads to Cotton Valley for work. M DeVille visited Pallock. Garaldine and Gladys Cruse visited Olla. Mrs d M Matthews returned to Wham after brief visit with family.
A dense listing of radio programs across major stations names like WHAS WJR WGN and WCCO plus many others. It catalogs show times hosts and orchestras including Seiberling Singers Clicquot Eskimos Dance Music and NBC programs with regional notices for CENTRAL and EASTERN time zones.
A compact humor column by John P Medbury filled with pithy quips about marriage vanity and social mores. It mocks odd behaviors toupee worries and the idea of a wedding party symbol such as a white carnation while joking about unions and etiquette in a light satirical tone.
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