20 Apr 1915
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1915
Page
1
An American banker explains the current German condition to Credu Lous Brepish, outlining ongoing economic pressures. He discusses supply challenges, bank liquidity, and the need for cautious policy in the near term. The outlook emphasizes resilience amid external shocks and market volatility.
An American banker who toured Berlin reports to London reporters that Germany has no bread shortage, unemployment is low, and wages rise. He notes factories operate day and night producing munitions, women join manufacturing roles, and everyday life remains active with theaters, cafes, and shops busy.
The speaker argues Germany shows no outward signs of famine in troops, provisions, munitions, or money. He contends money supply is a bluff, with 25 cent paper currency circulating from the imperial treasury. He believes German resilience, prudence, and frugality prevent surrender though inconvenienced remains possible.
American Steel Foundries Company filed in Federal Court for a receiver over the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway. The company consented to a receivership with H A Mudge and J M Dickinson named as receivers as company officials state the firm lacks comparable prior experience. Camden hearing set in divorce action cites John MacEvoy and Emma MacEvoy in a suit alleging desertion after forty years of marriage.
Attorneys for Leo Frank, after losing the habeas corpus appeal, will not seek a Supreme Court rehearing. They plan to request clemency from the Georgia Prison Commission soon.
The weekly weather bulletin predicts generally fair conditions nationwide except for widely scattered showers in the Louisiana area.
Mr G B Breese president of the Grayling Lumber Company was elected mayor of Charleston West Virginia on Monday with a majority of over 500 over his opponent He ran on a platform of business advancement and cleanup of the city both morally and physically Charleston with 25000 residents is the state second city. Breese has friends in Monroe who welcome his political and business success.
Spring listings give way to summer prep with cottages, homes, and new affordable furniture. Merchants tailor ads to a season of planning, making The News-Star advertising columns a go to read for practical tips and timely offerings.
The Board of Trustees approved the necessary resolutions to commence work on the project. The move authorizes initial steps and allocates authority to proceed with planning and procurement.
West Monroe school trustees approved plans for a modern e school building to be erected on land donated by Mrs. J T Austin. Architects Smith and Barthel designed an eight room plus assembly hall facility with 768 seating, optional expansion for high school grades, aiming for occupancy at the start of next September.
The annual State convention of the Georgia Sunday School Association opened in Americus, Ga. today for a three day meeting with many speakers and large attendance from across the state.
Cotton manufacturers and importers met with Department of Agriculture officials in Washington on tentative rules for importing foreign cotton to prevent the pink boll weevil from entering the country.
In Lafayette parish Representative Avant, a Southern Pacific agent and longtime resident, is jailed after a cattle shipment dispute turns violent. A second shooting in Eunice, Louisiana, ends in Ozeme Rougeau's death when Gustave Thomas, visiting the home to collect laundry, fatally wounds him during a domestic dispute. Rougeau leaves six children.
The Associated Charities membership drive notes only 260 members with at least 500 more eligible in Monroe. The charity aids poverty relief and rehabilitation by finding self support, securing jobs, and funding its work without red tape. Members urged to join now with flexible dues options.
In London on April 20 Sir Edward Grey stated that England will pursue a policy to preserve the common interests of all powers in China by ensuring the independence and integrity of the Chinese republic and by guaranteeing equal opportunities for commerce and industry for all nations in China.
Cottage on North 6th Street with southeastern exposure. Improvements needed. Terms easy. F D Gibbs listings indicate a private sale with favorable terms to buyers.
A plea urged President Wilson to address a sober second thought on possession and policy. The message stresses prudent decision making and restraint amid ongoing political debate.
President Wilson addressed the twenty fourth continental congress of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Washington urging self possession calmness and judicial temper in enduring world crisis. Ambassador Jusserand praised U S restraint and gratitude from France as the congress opened.
Forest fires continue across Pennsylvania and New Jersey with eleven districts from Williamsport to State College reported on fire. Property owners estimate losses exceeding 100000 dollars as flames threaten large areas and structures.
Associated Press reports in Suracuse New York April 20 that photographs of newspapers containing alleged statements about Colonel Roosevelt and the testimony of newspaper men are expected as the first evidence in the $50,000 libel suit of Barnes against Roosevelt. The jury was completed and the prosecution outlined its case as Barnes’ counsel rested after evidence on publication was presented.
Persistent rumors about a ceasefire or peace terms surface as general strife wanes in war plagued Europe, with leaders and civilians watching hopeful signals amid ongoing conflict.
Rumors in Rome speak of a near European peace, while Austria Italy negotiations appear near final action by a set time limit. The Russian fleet in the Bosphorus is said to have sunk two Turkish destroyers, and mines damaged the entrance to the strait. Berlin reports British forces in East Africa were defeated with 700 casualties, while German gains rise along the Meuse Moselle front as French offensives show little change.
The admiralty reports the British submarine H-15 ran aground in the Dardanelles and faced capture. It was destroyed by two boats under heavy fire to prevent the Turks from securing her undamaged.
Associated Press report from Louisiana Missouri on April 20 says police opened fire on a mob after jail doors were splintered with axes in an attempted lynching of a Black man. Officers intervened to prevent the mob from carrying out the act.
A portrait of Mrs. Daniel Lothrop of Boston, founder of the National Society Children of the American Revolution, will be unveiled at the society headquarters today. The portrait fund was raised by contributions from local societies across the United States.
President Wilson is expected in New York today for a lunch tendered by the Associated Press. The president has promised to attend if official business permits.
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