China famine relief appeals for aid from U S A readers
A turbulent letter page from David Prant head of China Famine Relief U S A at 205 East Party Street New York urges persistent aid. He argues that repeated appeals fail to move readers and notes the famine affects North China while noting past relief efforts and broader comparisons. He stresses relief funds are needed to prevent starvation and famine recurrence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
New York City
David AL
United Stati
Geagetaret
Russia
Japan
Ania
Shensi
John Bart Baker
Kansu
Haniun
Shens
Gram
Clithia
Avilians
Lin Sands
Ives
Staples Appointed Service Man Here
A fragmented OCR note records a local appointment or staffing line referencing Staples as service man. The text contains names, dates, and scattered phrases, but no clear event details or context beyond the appointment mention and nearby names. The readable portions suggest a historical filing or telegram-like notice with partial lines.
Farmerville Man Held For Shooting
A Farmerville man is jailed after a shooting incident. Police report a confrontation between residents led to firearm use, with one person detained for alleged involvement. Investigators continue to review evidence and interview witnesses.
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Farmerville
Kidnap Victim Freed After Ransom Paid in Chicago Area
In the Chicago area a kidnapped individual was released after a ransom of $150,000 was paid. The incident followed terrorist attacks attributed to a group targeting a local assembly's employees. Police and federal agencies pursue the suspects as the case unfolds.
Health program at Ruston High School assembly
A health program presented at Ruston High School in the auditorium this morning with teachers and students participating. Zoe Heard led the program with Jack Thigpen as chairman. Mary James spoke on typhoid fever and its prevention, Agnes Chambliss discussed smallpox, Frances Dutch spoke on dental health, and Bly Barnett emphasized proper teeth care. A vocal duet by Ida Belle Horan and Julian Lansing closed the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruston High School
Mias Zoe Heard
Jack Thigpen
Mary James
Agnes Chambliss
Frances Dutch
Bly Barnett
Ida] Belle Horan
Julian Lansing
Mother of Monroe's Mayor Buried Today
Mrs. Rosalia Marx Bernstein mother of Monroe's mayor was laid to rest in Winnfield on Tuesday. She would have celebrated her ninety-ninth birthday next Sunday, Mother’s Day, according to local notices in the historic obituary segment.
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Rosalia Marx Bernstein
Winnfield
Local Merchant Talks Buy-at-Home Movement Benefits
A Boston area merchant discusses Buy-At-Home Week and urges cooperative, citywide support to boost local trade. He notes local stores offer similar selections to larger cities but with lower prices due to lower overhead. Shoppers visit multiple stores, praising bargains.
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Donegl
Ruston
Reg Wu
Boston
Rusotn
Marbury Drug Company
Funeral Services For Monroe Mayor’s Mother Held Today
The mother of Monroe Mayor Arnold Birnstein, and mother to three other sons and a daughter, was laid to rest in a Jewish cemetery in Monroe. A native of Germany, she came to Louisiana at age 17.
Capitol Dome History of Golden Covering
The Capitol dome in Washington evolved from a wooden bagie with copper sheathing to a gold leaf finish. By 1867 the current cast iron structure was completed, replacing earlier coverings and repairs.
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National Capitol Dome
Capitol Dome
Washington
Freight Route Now Has Better Service
The Illinois Central railroad trimmed travel times on freight from New Orleans to Chicago. Dispatch No 1 southbound saves six hours forty minutes, Dispatch No 2 northbound saves five hours. Trains depart origins later in both directions.
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Ilinois Central Railroad
New Orleans
Chicago
Panama
Arrival Time Cuts Improve Load Movement and Delivery
The plan aims to shorten travel by eight hours on Cuban Dispatch No. 1 from Chicago to Birmingham, allowing crews to reach destinations sooner and concentrate loads for steadier, slower deliberate carrier delivery at the destination.
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Chicago
Birmingham
Parents blamed for teen nervous breakdowns says Pratt
Dr George K Pratt of the National Committee for Mental Hygiene argues parents and attitudes trigger adolescent nervous breakdowns in the March Parents Magazine. He notes recognizing symptoms and prevention are difficult, and his view shifts blame from youth revolt to parental influence.
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George K. Pratt
National Committee For Mental Hygiene
Parents
Doctor Prat
Judge in Syracuse Court Films Juvenile Delinquency Process
The Syracuse juvenile court judge has had a motion picture made to illustrate the court’s routine for civic, welfare, and church groups. The film follows the delinquency complaint to summons, service on the boy and his parents, and continues through the court procedure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
N. Y
Social Welfare Bulletin
New York State
Louisiana Health Official Visits Ruston for Brief Interview
Dr. C. W. Strowger, director of the Bureau of Parish Health Administration for Louisiana, stopped in Ruston for a short visit on Tuesday. Accompanied by Biological Director Shinn, he was en route from New Orleans to Homer and met with Dr. R. H. Allen, director of the Lincoln parish bureau, for a brief interview.
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C. W. Strowger
Bureau of Parish Health Administration
Louisiana
Shinn
Strowger
New Orleans
Homer
R. H. Allen
Lincoln Parish
Probation Completion Ends Judge’s Stringent Supervision
A defendant placed on probation by the judge is discharged after successfully completing the probation period. The decision marks the end of supervision and restores full legal status without further conditions. The case details reflect successful compliance with terms and obligations set by the court.
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Staples
Legion
Downsville
Lincoln Perch
Farland
Wits Trade
LE Pele
Pete
Ae Bats
Era Walt
Neset Tc
NEA
Joe
Hyavekett
South Cook
Psiut
Sio
Hackett
Samblea
Monroe
Budge
Coffe
Abc
Nappier
Bonner
The
Ruston Leader
Marbury’s
Marbury Drug Co., Inc
Rexall Store
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