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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1914
Page
1
Public interest groups launch a final effort to save Frank, a famous cash figure, amid a PR campaign. The move aims to preserve reputational value and mobilize support for continued protection and funding.
Attorneys for Leo Frank plan an extraordinary motion for a new trial before the Georgia Supreme Court. They will present new evidence from Willem J Burns, whose findings are claimed to be pivotal to overturn the murder conviction of Mary Phagan. Public sentiment in Atlanta sways against execution, fueled by a long campaign for leniency and fear of a wrongful hanging.
The trial began July 28 with James Conley as the sole direct witness alleging Frank’s presence with the Phagan girl and aiding in moving the body. Conley also accused Frank of degeneracy while Frank later denied knowledge of the crime. A separate note mentions a Venquet in honor of Roosevelt campaign members in Amazconas.
Sheriff Jack Perker jailed J. McAdams and John and Jim Whatley after a weeklong effort with Burns detectives. The trio confessed to forging about $4500 in A. L. & G. checks signed by J. M. Parker. Victims included banks in Monroe and payments traced from several states.
Ouachita Parish High School baseball meets Calhoun at Forsythe Park tomorrow at 3 30. Dillon of Monroe will oppose Woodall of Calhoun on the mound as both squads seek support to fund a Baton Rouge trip for the Stele championship on May 1 2. lineup features King Dillon Myatt Myatt Miller Halstead MacCarthy Gladney Goodwin Montgomery Harrington Meek. Coach Freeman. Admission 15 and 25 cents.
Four men from Florence Texas died when their car was struck by a train near Georgetown. The tragedy occurred on April 15 as the auto attempted to cross the tracks. Authorities reported the victims were all residents of Florence.
Victory reported for Villa Rebels as combined forces of rebels and allied units push toward reunification. Military movements described as decisive, with key commanders unnamed but factions identified as Villa and peperals. Local observers note renewed momentum and strategic consolidation near the frontline.
Juarez April 15 Associated Press reports a six day San Pedro de las Colonias engagement near Torreon in Coahuila ending in Rebel victory. Federals suffered about 2800 killed and wounded with 700 prisoners. Rebels about 650 killed and wounded. Rebels claimed 706 prisoners. forces totaled about 15,000 Federals and 15 miles of fighting front. General Velasco led a Federal withdrawal east and south.
The Hobson resolution to submit a constitutional amendment for national prohibition sparks hearings in the House Judiciary Committee today with a Senate panel set to convene tomorrow. Observers note the spread of debate across chambers as U S Huerta tensions and naval arrests color the backdrop.
Louisiana health officers will convene in New Orleans on April 20 to discuss public health at local and state levels. The Louisiana State Medical Society will hold its 35th annual session April 21 to 23 with a program on hygienic conditions and the role of full time health officers.
We have complied with the Louisiana State Board of Health and are ready to receive former patrons in Monroe. The establishment promises the best, cleanest, sanitary, and most up-to-date service and thanks customers for past patronage as it hopes to serve them in the future.
This piece explains profit sharing as a driver of employee motivation and business growth. It describes co operative advertising where manufacturers share profits with merchants via newspaper ads, boosting sales for both parties and inviting manufacturers to request guidance from the Bureau of Advertising at the American Newspaper Publishers Association.
United States officials monitor rising tensions as a fleet move in response to developments near Mexico City prompts rapid diplomatic and military activity. Observers warn of potential shifts in regional security and alliances amidst uncertain timing.
President Wilson invites House and Senate Foreign Relations committees to a conference to explain plans to dispatch a U S fleet to Tampico as a possible response to Huerta’s government. The operation, involving about 15 000 troops on eleven battleships and auxiliaries, aims to pressure Huerta while avoiding serious conflict. Navy officials list ships and movements from Hampton Roads to Tampico and nearby stations as part of the escalation.
President Wilson declares a decisive move after Tampico incidents with Huerta facing choice to salute or US action. Navy orders battleships to sail, ships depart from Hampton Roads, New York Navy Yard vessel commissioned, and Congress backing the administration amid debate.
Secretary Daniels turned attention to the Pacific front as the Navy moved forces toward the western theatre. Most American war vessels in the Pacific were already operating near Mexican waters, signaling a broad deployment pattern in wartime.
Opelousas April 15 Eleven jurors had been obtained in the Walters trial when court recessed for the afternoon. Testimony was to proceed once one more juror is selected as Walters' double J L Linder and witness Alex Edwards arrived. Observers note Linder resembles Walters little. Dr A J Berrier challenged Mrs Dunbar identification of the boy amid fears of lynching if she confirmed the link.
President D. D. Curran of the V. S. & P. railway with headquarters in New Orleans traveled to Monroe with a party of bankers to attend a meeting of the State Bankers Association. Officials E. Ford W. V. Harvey and H. B. Hearn accompanied the party and left on the early morning train for Shreveport after spending last night in Monroe.
Master Mechanic L B Ferguson leaves tonight for Meridian on company business. The new car shed at the V S P shops is in commission with capacity for twenty cars and space for ten more. Gravel loads under the shed raise the ground. Locomotive numbering changes will place large numbers on the tender while the cab bears the road name. Passenger car No 442 from 1884 is being overhauled and converted into a relief car for the wrecking train.
Springfield Missouri April 15. The second annual meeting of the Missouri Congress of Mothers and Parents Teachers associations opened with a large representative attendance. Sessions continue tomorrow and Friday focusing on child life and welfare in all phases.
The National Democratic Club board of governors reinstated Charles Murphy Thomas F Foley and George W Plunkitt to membership tonight Edward F O Dwyer and John R Dunlap voted against the motion the club announced in New York April 14.
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