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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1925
Page
12
New Orleans April 10 markets closed today and tomorrow for holidays. The article notes school events with supervision by Miss Oliver and assistants Miss Kyser and Gregory, with Tech, Huckaker and Houston, Bolton High.
Chicago market report shows hogs at 140 to 150 pounds 12.75 to 13.10 dollars, packers 11.60 to 12.50 for sows and heavy hogs 13.00 to 13.45, slaughter pigs 11.25 to 12.65. Cattle 2,500 head with bulk steers 9.00 to 10.00, bulls 5.25 to 5.35, dealers 8.50 to 9.00. Sheep 12,000 with 67 pound clippers 13.50 and 80 to 86 pound clippers 12.00 to 12.75. average 67 pounds with 16 percent short at 15.00.
Batter receipts total 6 682 tubs with creamery prices: extra 40 3 4 cents, standards 41 cents, extra firsts 39 1 2 to 40 cents, firsts 8 1 2 to 39, seconds 33 to 37 1 2 cents. Eggs receipts 34 057 cases with firsts 67 to 27 1 8 cents, ordinary firsts 26, storage packed extras 28 3 4 to 28 1 2 cents.
Lake Charles La April 10 taking of testimony in the trial of W Robert Bob Dunn and Byron Dunn charged with the murder of Deputy Sheriff Samuel E Duhon near Vinton on the night of March six began this morning with the coroner’s finding offered as proof of death.
The coroner's findings in the Drillers case describe autopsy results on Moore and Covinzi with bullet wounds and severed jaw details. Witnesses note a large crowd in court as Judge Cline limits access to seating, marking day five of jury selection with over 200 veniremen examined.
Readable results from a Ruston area rally feature high school entries in civics English grammar and music events. Ruston teams beat Shreveport with a 6-4 6-1 tennis victory while Monroe City High won in girls doubles and led in several events. baseball results show close five inning games with semi finals planned for today.
Dr Katherine B Woodward of this city was found guilty by a federal jury on one count of violating the Harrison Narcotic Act. The first count was dismissed as not guilty by instructed verdict. the second count found her guilty for issuing a prescription for ten grains of cocaine to Henry Dwingelo, with narcotic agent R F Maddray confirming the visit to Dr Woodward’s residence. Sentencing to be determined by Judge Ben C Dawkins, possibly tomorrow morning after a motion for a new trial.
President Coolidge replies to the Peruvian memorial on the Tacna Arica arbitration that the award is final and without appeal for both plebiscite provisions and guarantees. He adds observations but notes the plebiscitary commission holds ample powers to protect voters while evacuation by Chilean authorities is beyond his authority.
At a Central High School HI Y club meeting last night 35 members attended. The plan calls for a week long clean speech campaign starting Monday with posters issued through the high school and possibly prizes for top records. An outing is set for Thursday night. Attendance remains high with 87 members last night.
R. L. Braun and Cecil Julian and Elizabeth Breedlove with Ethel Perault pleaded guilty to conspiracy in violating the Mann Act after arraignment before U S Commissioner W A O Kelly. Bonds were set at 3000 for the men and 1000 for the women. Read more: the men promoted Leland's Wonder Powder and lured Breedlove into touring the country.
West Monroe may see industrial growth as cheap abundant electric power attracts inquiries to Louisiana Power and Light. Officials say a prospective firm seeks data on power availability and rates and would employ many workers, using more than twice the city’s current electricity.
Miss Lorene A Matlock 21, a Monroe area student nurse at St Francis Sanitarium, died of pneumonia after two weeks illness. A native of Newton County Mississippi, she lived in Winnsboro and was to be married in June. Surviving father in Grenada Texas, two sisters and several brothers. Burial likely in Winnsboro.
Enthusiasm marked the drive to restore Company G Monroe National Guard to peace time strength. Six enlistments were announced, including three former guardsmen rejoining. New officers Capt Louis F. Rolleigh, First Lt John M. Humble and Second Lt W D Rodriguez bring overseas experience and updated training to the unit.
A pictorial review dress No 2484 features a youthful frock in blue bengaline silk, with a coat that can close at the center front or reveal the vestee. It includes blue silk trim, two-piece collar, and sizing for busts 34 to 48 inches and ages 14 to 20, priced at 45 cents.
Huey P. Long, chairman of the Louisiana Public Service Commission, denounces plans for a toll on the Pontchartrain Lake bridge and opposes the Watson-Williams exclusive monopoly. He accuses the highway commission of illegal bartering of public rights and calls for intervention against the toll. Local parishes north of New Orleans and eastern Mississippi are noted as being cut off from inlets and outlets. The statement condemns secrecy and monopolistic concessions as illegal and oppressive.
Washington officials say reports of suspicion toward oil concessions tied to the Russo Japanese treaty are unfounded. The Sinclair Oil interest concession in Siberia is under scrutiny, but authorities maintain no doubt about its intent or impact on U S recognition of Soviet Russia. The 500 square mile Sakhalin area was the concession core.
The Monroe Traffic bureau filed with the Louisiana Public Service Commission to cancel current steamboat freight rates and set a new schedule between New Orleans and Monroe. Plans are moving toward a barge line linking the city to New Orleans, with rates about half of railroad charges. Sec. H. J. Fernandez said a comprehensive plan is in preparation, but no details are ready yet.
W. E. Atkinson, chairman, and W. B. Roberts, engineer, visited Monroe to inspect new highway work. They reviewed tentative Ouachita river bridge sites but took no action. A note about classified ads ends the clipping.
Annie Lovania Sikes 43 of West Monroe died at St Francis sanitarium after a brief illness. Survived by husband H L Sikes and two children, funeral and burial will be in Hodge La. Giuseppe Larcara 69 of Monroe died earlier this week. funeral at St Matthew's Church at 4 15 p m with Rev Vandegaer officiating. Burial in Catholic cemetery. Larcara native of Resul tano Italy arrived Apr 10 1893 and had lived in Monroe six years. Survived by two sons Sam and Johnny, two brothers Leonard and Constantin, two sisters Miss Fannie Larcara and Miss Mamie Larcara.
C. L. Young a 17 year old Bastrop high school student was admitted to Riverside sanitarium after fracturing his elbow while pull vaulting on the school campus. An X ray showed the injury and he was reported doing well. He is the son of McVea Young a druggist who owns a store at the Morehouse parish seat.
A brief note on affordable classified space for property listings. Offers guidance on rates and placement in local pages. No specific properties or dates are provided.
Local and fast train listings show westbound services 7 local 12 local 10 local 1 fast 6 local and Missouri 1 fast. Eastbound includes 2 fast and main line service.
The readable lines list various arrival and departure times for two railways but lack coherent context or full station names. Key times include 7:15 a m 11:30 a m 5:35 p m and 8:10 p m with several other entries, making the schedule incomplete.
The timetable lists Pacific Railway northbound and southbound arrivals and departures on the Main Line at multiple stations including Alexandria and Monroe. It notes trains 105 106 115 1385 and branch services 836 835 841 with varied daily times such as 7:35 a.m. and 6:05 p.m. plus 1:00 p.m. connections for the Farmerville branch.
In Ruston Louisiana a mad dog outbreak led to hydrophobia in nine local cows, necessitating their slaughter. The incident follows earlier bites in the area northwest of the town, with the disease coursing through the neighborhood livestock.
Le Grand Floral Co has stocked an extra large Easter lily and flower selection for the season. L. H. Cosper credits smooth transition after taking over Mrs Cosper’s business and reveals plans to redecorate with blue and gold colors and white refrigeration cabinets to compete with any in the state.
A revival at the Christian church featured Rev I E Adams arguing that science and the Bible align. A large audience heard last night’s talk and the music praised as uplifting. Tonight at 8 PM he will preach No Infidels in Hell.
Local classified section urges readers to place ads in the News-Star to attract customers and boost profits. Marketers claim targeted placement and affordable rates yield measurable returns for small and large businesses alike.
Town of West Monroe minutes show Ordinance 638 changing Haynes Alley to Oak Street and Ordinance 639 approving payment of town accounts totaling 14 509.14. Mayoral secretary treasurer records the proceedings and the unanimous adoption on April 7, 1925.
Monroe La March 31 1925 Milton Coverdale Sheriff announces sale under writ of fi fa for the Meyer Kiser Corp case No 12994. Vehicle a Chevalet Superior Touring Car Serial 8b 23 009 motor L 4642 to be sold at front door of Ouachita Parish court house in Monroe on April 11 1925 cash with appraisal to highest bidder.
Monroe lodge No. 454 B. P. C. Elks held an enthusiastic installation Wednesday night. Exalted ruler W. H. Anders led the ceremony with officers J. R. Burns Abe Marks Harry G. Frazier F. B. Surgaine R. L. Simon Henry Ray Jr. S. C. Nettles and a Dutch luncheon followed.
In Fourth District Court Ouachita Parish Louisiana judge Percy Sandel rules in favor of Mrs. Marcus Kaliski nee Bertha Bernstein against her husband Marcus Kaliski. The marriage community is dissolved and property separated with a lien in favor of the wife for 751.37 dollars plus interest from July 1924. Costs of suit taxed to the defendant. Judgment filed March 19 1925.
A few cents spent on classified ads can yield thousands of dollars in property sales, turning small postings into large returns for sellers. The note highlights cost effective advertising as a powerful tool for liquidation.
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