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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1916
Page
1
Military cercclas on the American border argue over a serious site action. Officials report heightened tensions and a possible border incident. Local units fortified checkpoints and prepared documentation for inspections amid rising concerns.
Associated Press reports gravest concern over safety of the American line of communication as Carranza forces move from Sonora toward Chihuahua. Unarmed Americans were killed when they came under fire while at the printing Pare for supplies, with shootings by Carranza soldiers and civilians cited. Military quarters amplify precautions at the base to keep the line intact. General Genies leads about four thousand Carranza troops suspected of advancing toward the frontier.
Unconfirmed story from Chihuahua sources says 440 troopers entered Portal to buy supplies and were fired upon. Two Americans killed, attacker retreated, Mexicans allegedly led by Carranza forces with a machine gun account claims 40 Mexicans killed. Continued on Page Three.
A public appeal accuses John M Parker supporters in Monroe of violating moral obligations by backing Parker against the Democratic nominees. The letter warns deserters will be branded and regrets will haunt them, urging voters to stamp the rooster and vote for Pleasant.
Mexico City April 15—Subsecretary Juan Amador said the Mexican government will insist that any armed U S expedition entering Mexican territory in the guise of punishment be limited to 1000 men of one cavalry unit. Amador spoke to the Associated Press during the absence of Foreign Minister Aguilar and is directing foreign affairs in Querétaro.
The subsecretary argued that deploying heavy artillery and slow infantry on a punitive expedition is illogical and has achieved nothing. He asserted Mexico will respond and that the current campaign lacks purpose or result.
London April 15 German war office says French forces attacked Verdun positions including Deadman's Hill. Heavy hand to hand fighting followed as charges were repulsed with significant losses on both sides.
Special to News-Star, Columbia, La April 15. Congressmen Wilson and Dewkins spoke in Grayson and Columbia, praising Democratic reforms and critiquing Parker’s Progressive platform. Dawkins called the movement a dying infant, likening Parker to its caretaker and predicting its demise on April 18 without nourishment.
Heavy artillery exchanges persist before Verdun though the German infantry have not renewed the assault. The main fighting centered between Malancourt Hill 304 and Corbeaux wood with increased Galician activity. Austrian reports claim Italians gained near Sperone while Germans worry over U S discontent on the Sussex note and seek to avoid rupture with Washington.
A classified loan notice offers to place good first mortgage loans with a reasonable commission. The advertiser identifies R. B. Blanks at post office box 660 in Monroe Louisiana for interested lenders or borrowers to contact.
Report shows Parker residents deserting local party amid resentment after alleged association with a Moose crowd. Voters cite distrust and fear of influence, prompting calls for clarification from officials and party leaders.
A New Orleans dispatch details John M. Parker’s third district tour interrupted by auditor J. M. Pool who pressed Parker on party race questions. Parker dodged, citing the Hawaiian queen's lap with Grover Cleveland, as Dems and Socialists are cited amid a string of speeches in sugar parishes. Desertions from Parker-Republican ranks surface in the ninth ward while party officials finance rally efforts and watch for upcoming mass meetings across the state.
The record notes bets favor Pleasant as next governor with odds set at 2 to 1. William A. Bisso offered $5,000 more on Pleasant at 2 to 1, indicating strong backing for Pleasant in the gubernatorial race.
The W. R. & P. railroad plans a seven foot steel fence around the local shops and freight yards to deter trespass and theft. Anchor Post Iron Works of New York will supply 6322 feet of anti-climb fencing at an estimated cost of eight to ten thousand dollars. The un climbable fence, woven from quarter inch steel with a two inch mesh, will curve to prevent climbing and enclose the entire property with a single gate opposite the master mechanic’s office. An old building will be torn down and grounds beautified, with air operated gates at Five Points crossing near the tracks.
A raised political call urging Louisiana men to remember martyrs and resist the Independent Democrat label. It accuses the party of terror and misrule, warns of reinstating Obama era disarmament, and appeals to state pride and racial anxieties to mobilize support for conservative lines.
A brief note states support for a road tax initiative and mentions merchandise tied to active work. The item underscores funding the road project and promoting the program through themed merchandise. The content reflects campaign or community promotion efforts linked to infrastructure funding.
The Monroe Chamber of Commerce board met with fourteen members and approved continued midday trains on the V. S. and P. line after a friendly approach with the railway’s general passenger agent Geo H Smith. A voter canvass will be organized for road tax support, and Waddey of Little Rock toured as a potential secretary. Civic Relations Committee found city conditions improved during an automobile survey led by Geo G Weaks, April 5.
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