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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1914
Page
1
A single trust bill advances while others tied to the Rivebrokers may face delays or be dropped. Officials signal limited action as parliamentary time concentrates on core financial measures.
Washington April 14. The inter state trade commission bill may be the only anti trust measure to pass this session as hearings reveal reliance on data collection before further laws. Wilson aims to appoint capable members and delay rest of the program, avoiding hasty action harming business.
A Democrat active in legislation says the country wants constructive and anti-business measures. The cry against big business no longer echoes in Congress as it did years ago, urging a rule of reason to spur prosperity without merely squeezing corporations.
Augusta residents gathered at 11th and Greene streets to dedicate a bridge as a memorial to Major Archibald W. Dutt who died in the Titanic disaster. The ceremony, led by the Grand Lodge of Georgia Masons, featured former President Taft, with involvement by the Archibald Dutt Memorial Association and a Washington delegation.
The Associated Press reports weather mostly clear for opening games in the National and American Leagues with scattered gloom in the Southern League. Rain fell last night and conditions are damp in Birmingham Chattanooga Montgomery and Atlanta where games were set to start.
Seven lives lost when The Melvin brick apartment house burned in Boston. Firefighters recovered multiple victims and feared another body remained in the ruins while about 120 occupants escaped.
A casualty list from the Torreon battle shows losses exceeding twenty seven percent with about one thousand Ederals killed in action. The briefing notes emphasize high casualties and ongoing conflict context.
Juarez reports detail the Torreon fighting with Federal losses about 10 006 wounded 2200 and Rebels 556 killed 1150 wounded. Villa Velasco telephoned to discuss a salute as American officers hope for a settlement while Bryan recuperates and Wilson travels.
Washington reports President Wilson expects the Huerta commander at Tampico to fire a salute to the American flag following the arrest of U S Marines. Navy state of advisement, John Lind in Washington, and potential use of naval radio links if rapid instructions are needed amid the Tampico situation.
The United States Court of Appeals granted a new trial to Jack Johnson who was convicted of violating the Mann white slave act. He had been sentenced to one year in jail and fined $1.49.
After talks between President Wilson and Secretary Bryer and John Lind the cabinet agrees to further investigate the Tampico arrest before backing Mayo on demanding a salute to the American flag. The situation is admitted to be tense.
In Concord on April 14 Harry Thaw's petition for a writ of habeas corpus was granted in federal court. The court did not rule on the petition for release. Thaw will remain in custody while the habeas corpus case moves to the United States Supreme Court.
DUSAS and PANOS of the Metropolitan Cafe in Monroe announce they have complied with Louisiana State Board of Health requirements and are ready to welcome former patrons back with the best and most sanitary service in the city. They thank customers for past patronage and express hope to continue serving in the future.
The piece urges advertisers to use newspaper columns to reach the purchasing public. It argues that The News-Star is a trusted daily guide for shoppers and suggests placing ads to make goods and stores instantly visible to readers.
The Walters trial was postponed as a continuance was granted to locate a key witness. Prosecutors sought additional time to secure the witness and proceed with further proceedings.
Julia Anderson arrived from North Carolina as Opelousas jury weighs whether the boy is Bruce Anderson or Robert Dunbar. The Walters trial was recessed to search for Linden of Alexandria as defense argues over the boy’s identity. A crowd fills the Opelousas court as Walters faces kidnapping charges and the question of paternity looms large.
April 14 New York James Seligman longtime banker and founder of J W Seligman & Co turns ninety. He and seven brothers emigrated from Germany then built a banking empire with ventures in New York Paris and Frankfurt. The Seligman brothers shared profits across their many banks and firms.
Washington reports the Atlantic fleet mobilized to Tampico after a cabinet meeting. Secretary Daniels ordered the fleet to back Admiral Mayo's demand for the Huerta salute, with Hancock carrying 800 marines en route from New Orleans and Pensacola torpedo flotilla ready to join. No ultimatum issued yet, but mobilization stands to enforce if needed.
A special term of court opens to try Clarence Lee Dewein and Shorty Joe Strong for the murder and robbery of L. H. Thompson. Both defendants allegedly confessed. Dewein’s parents hire former Missouri official C P Johnson for defense. In Texas, Lumbermen’s Association convenes for annual meeting. In Georgia, the Southern League opens its fourteenth season with several city matchups and new managers and players.
A gathering in Shreveport brings Danaers together to discuss leadership and organizational priorities with CIAL officials guiding the session.
Louisiana State Bankers Association opens its annual session in Shreveport with a banquet for the executive council. New Orleans delegates push for redistricting to fit federal reserve needs as regional matters loom over the convention.
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