16 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1917
Page
1
In the outskirts of St. Quentin German engineers are reported to have destroyed mines and factories in the town of Lea. The action impacts local industry and regional supplies.
British forces captured Villeret southeast of Harricourt and moved northwest of Lens, seizing guns and material at Lieven and along the Souchez river. French troops penetrated the German second line near Alace, with many German dead in shell torn trenches and gains reported north of Olse.
An Allied halt followed by heavy air losses on the Scarpe front as British and French forces repulsed near Croisilles and Arras. German artillery activity increases at Soissons Rheims and a morning infantry clash on a wide front. An Amsterdam report notes a general Berlin strike and rioting beginning the morning in Berlin.
A semi official statement from Vienna via Zurich dispatch says Austria desires peace with the Hessian people and that no real obstacle exists to this aim. The message was carried by a radio agency.
The Census Bureau released March cotton consumption data showing usage levels for the month. Figures indicate how much cotton was consumed domestically, with implications for textile demand and industry activity.
Readable figures show large totals including 602 230 running belts excluding linters and 2 048 585 in storage and compresses. Cotton on band March 31st in consuming establishment details appear as part of a larger warehouse report.
Passport, c., April 16. The Maine herring masquerading as sardine will raise living costs. Opening of the canning season shows packers struggle to hire workers and face weir damage from winter storms. Production costs are estimated to rise by about 50 percent versus last season, pushing prices higher.
Washington reports on April fourteen noting that the thirteenth Friday yielded a net gain of roughly thirteen hundred men for the Navy.
In Washington on April 16 a brilliant military wedding took place at St Matthew’s church. Miss Mary Regina Irwin daughter of Commander William Manning retired and Mrs. Irwin married Lieut Thomas B Larkin of the Engineer Corps US Army.
The Senate Finance Committee approved a 7 billion war measure before noon and expected to report it today for Senate passage tomorrow. Monroe Commandery No 7 Knights Templar sent a delegation to the Grand Commandery meeting in Alexandria, with members due home tonight.
A large congregation attended a Baptist church service led by Rev. F. H. Farrington. The morning sermon received strong approval and a unanimous plan to begin next Sunday revival meetings led by Evangelist G. L. Yates of Tyler Texas was adopted.
The president urges immediate national unity to preserve sacred ideals and strengthen resolve across the country in a rallying appeal. He stresses common purpose, shared duties, and steadfast commitment to core democratic principles.
President Wilson appeals to all Americans to unite for democracy in World War I. He stresses swift naval and army readiness and urges farmers to practice economy and efficiency while supporting war needs from food to materials, clothing, and transport.
A speech argues industries must become more prolific and efficient to meet war demands. The speaker stresses economical management and better adaptation to the nation's task, calling on workers to devote themselves to the effort.
The first trial in the legislative bribery cases begins in Little Rock with State Senator C. Sims as the initial defendant followed by ex-senator J. W. Burgess. Both were arrested after reputedly accepting a bribe from John McGarvey a Burns detective posing as a lobbyist aimed at defeating a trading stamps bill.
Floodwaters inundated a wagon camp leaving men stranded without facilities. They plan to wash Saturdays, hoping for a regular bath like at home.
In New Orleans on April 13 Adolphe Renaud reports waterworks inaugurations, showers and tents, with Company D soldiers adapting to camp life. Sergeants and lieutenants are noted, including Louis Rolleigh as second lieutenant, and a Woodmen lodge is formed. A crowded Friday meal prompts caution to avoid casualities.
Washington April 16 With the administrations approval Chairman Adamson of the House Commerce committee today introduced the war embargo bill empowering the president to forbid exports of any sort whenever he deems the public interest requires it.
A public health tour arrives in Monroe with Dr. Oscar Dowling and colleagues to speak at City Hall on tuberculosis and other diseases. The event, led by government and medical leaders, aims to boost disease prevention and health efforts, with a separate meeting for the African American community at the Gramont Street church.
Washington April 16 President Wilson will receive the British commissioners to discuss the conduct of the war at the White House Wednesday Foreign Minister Malfor heads the British delegation The president will also meet the French commissioners including Premier Viviani and General J offre if they arrive at the capital
The Navy orders all private wireless and telegraph stations not run by the United States government to be dismantled during the war. Owners defying the order face confiscation of equipment and suspicion of alien enemies.
April 11 event featured Chef Brown and Assistant Chet Meugh with Robert Haynes and Hn Simpeos aiding hosting. Guests included J. C. Ransom and others, prizes announced for top place and runners up in a subdued ceremony.
From New Orleans dated April 13 1917 Sergeant Rolleigh gains second lieutenant rank and amid cheers. The unit reports exams held with unknown passers while rumors place the group on guard duty at a Morgan City bridge. Heavy rain floods tents as Private Fred C Young urges letters to the boys.
Colonel Theodore Roosevelt submitted to Senator Chamberlain a plan for raising and accompanying a volunteer expedition overseas. The proposal was sent to the chairs of both the House and Senate Military committees after Roosevelt discussed the project with President Wilson.
Secretaries Lansing and George Cree of the new censorship bureau met to outline the course of action. They intend to open to the press all proper forces of information.
Local convention opens tonight with expected crowds and scheduled talks. Organizers invite attendees to register at the hall and follow safety guidelines.
The Thirty First Annual State Sunday School Convention opens tonight at 7:30 in the City School Auditorium with music by Excell and Erwin and talks by Dr. C G Murphy of Oklahoma on Our Greatest Business Dr W A Brown of Chicago on Some New Thoughts on an Old Book and Rev Thos Carter of Nashville on The Open Secret of His Will The event aims to attract widespread Monroe attendance and invites all to arrive early as seats are assigned only during intermissions.
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