21 Apr 1913
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1913
Page
1
Officials push for legislation to address a $60 million river bill crisis. Focus remains on swift action to protect the state finances and protect funding for flood control and infrastructure.
Washington reports Louisiana Senator Ransdell and Mississippi Representative Humphreys push a $60 million five year flood defense and navigation bill for the Mississippi, funded by state levies. The plan aims to protect 17 million acres, allowing long staple cotton growth to possibly supply New England mills and reduce Egypt imports.
Tonight shows increasing cloudiness and further unsettled skies Tuesday with light easterly to southerly winds forecast.
A joint city panel including City School Board, City Council, and Mayor Forsythe voted Saturday to continue City School despite Parish School Board demands for a three mill tax. They will report to the council tonight. The case is before the U S Supreme Court on a writ of error from Louisiana. If the city loses, bondholders may sue to protect their interests as the State Supreme Court had held bondholders proper plaintiffs.
The Balkan allies presented their reply to European powers today and generally accepted mediation between Turkey and the allies. They reserve to debate Aegean island disposal and frontier delimitation of Thrace and Albania during negotiations.
On April 21 Antivari Montenegro a naval blockade issued an ultimatum from the international fleet demanding Montenegro withdraw its troops from Scutari or face landing operations at Antivari Dueligno and additional ports.
Brussels April 21 The general strike for equal suffrage in Belgium enters its second week with strikers' ranks undiminished and growing by new recruits bringing the total to nearly five hundred thousand. Violent incidents remain rare and most are blamed on sources other than the strike.
A debate battle over a Democratic tariff measure is set to begin this week. The contentious issue faces lawmakers as opponents and supporters prepare for hearings and votes.
Washington April 21 Tariff debate begins this week as the Democratic Underwood tariff bill moves to the House floor for midweek consideration. Democrats claim a 140 seat majority assures passage while Republicans plan to fight free wool and free sugar provisions. Senate Finance Committee will amend, with hearings and currency reform talks likely to follow.
In a notable development the inquiry into the board is believed to aim at compelling retirement of a key figure. The motive centers on pressuring the principal member to resign amid ongoing scrutiny.
Washington reports say investigators target Judge Aleck Boarman of the Western District of Louisiana to force retirement amid friction with District Attorney Randolph. Names floated as successors include Leon Smith and Henry Bernstein with letters from local bar members backing Boarman's stay.
Spe cial Examiner Hicks of the Department of Justice arrived in Shreveport to review offices of local officials on routine duties and to assess complaints against United States District Judge Alec Boarman arising from the McWhorter white slave trial. McWhorter faced a new trial after convictions for bringing his wife and sister in law from Oklahoma for immoral purposes. The defense sought transfer to New Orleans, but the marshal blocked the order. The last term included a demurrer to the indictment.
A Senate hearing examines proposed bills to authorize construction of government owned railroads. Stakeholders argue for national rail expansion while funding and governance questions are discussed. Participants include lawmakers and transportation officials.
Special to The News-Star Governor Mall arrives by rail and tours the levee board office in Tallulah Louisiana He is greeted by Rhodes and officials and plans a visit to the upper levee district The levees are described as in good condition despite local fear of a break The region’s weather and outlook are reported as ideal easing tensions among residents
Tokio reports Japan shows chagrin and restrained anger after militant talks. Officials say no war aim exists and agitation is driven by a small party seeking to embarrass the government over the California alien land-holding bill while national sentiment remains anxious about the outcome.
The News Star promotes a sweeping trade event inviting shoppers within 100 miles to visit Monroe for the Big Co operative Fare Refunding Sale from April 26 to May. A special Big Bargain Edition will list merchants offering deep discounts and refund details through the Chamber of Commerce.
A long list of Monroe stores from L Lannan to Allen's Pharmacy details participants in a grand sale with refunds offered to customers outside Monroe. The Daily News Star plans to contact more merchants and invite them to join the fundraising event, illustrating the sale's scale and impact.
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