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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1917
Page
1
A bold wave of upheaval sweeps through major European powers as public unrest rises and authorities struggle to respond. Citizens rally in major capitals while regimes enforce curbs on dissent, signaling a tense, evolving political landscape across the continent.
A pall hangs over the Central Empires as Berlin strikes show continued unrest with munitions workers refusing to return. In Sweden workers pressured Parliament in Stockholm over the food crisis. Vienna and Budapest reports dimmed as revolutionary activity grows amid the war strain.
Washington reports that the American state department received word that Turkey has severed diplomatic relations with the United States. The dispatch came from American Minister Stovall at Berne and was sent by the secretary of the American legation at Constantinople acting for Ambassador Elkas.
The brick 60 by 100 foot garage on Wal Lut Street near Olive is nearing completion with concrete floor and ample light. The design eliminates interior posts for open space and allows for a potential second story, to be used as a workshop and later a general garage business and store room operated by Jean Heidorffer after completion. Contractor KR. Ceawidy erected the structure.
Washington reports a standing committee on war relief formed to cooperate with the advisory committees of the Council of National Session of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Washington April 25 reports show exports with no decrease. German campaigns fade as American experts note TM March total of 551 27000 dollars, the largest on record since last January, surpassing all prior totals.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe cards honoring a U S Marine as a soldier at sea. The text references a slogan and identity elements but is incomplete.
The article notes a local house card announcement stating a man from the residence serves in the United States Marine Corps. The first batch of cards was issued today and those accepted for service received copies sent to relatives or friends who live nearby.
Washington April 23 The administration bill to create a large army by selective conscription is under debate in the house and senate. The house majority military committee favors voluntary enlistment with conscription as a last resort. The senate is considering the war department measure.
Memphis April 23 Les Darcy the Australian pugilist barred from fighting here for alleged stecker has enlisted in the reserve aviation corps of the United States Army in Memphis.
Washington April 23 Congress perfected the seven billion dollar war revenue bill by amicable agreement on all amendments. It has been sent to the White House for the president’s signature.
The House of Representatives that left office March 4 did not have authority to punish United States Attorney Snowden Marshall of New York for alleged contempt. The Supreme Court ruled he is exempt from further proceedings.
Caldwell Parish, La, April 22, stir continued as Gulf Refining Co drills in the northeast section, reaching 2700 feet with strong oil indications. A southeast well at 1100 feet shows pockets of gas, while Gulf, Standard, Empire Gas, Ohio Gas, Atlas, and Arkansas Oil Co. have leases and plan wells. Government geologists deem the parish promising for oil, spawning new development efforts after Caldwell Oil Co. formed two years ago with Chicago capital.
The Baptist revival started Sunday with three additions at morning service and two baptisms at night. Rev. F. H. Farrington led both services. Evangelist Dr. G. L. Yates of Tyler, Texas arrives this afternoon to preach his first sermon in Monroe tonight. The revival extends two weeks or more if interest continues.
A note suggests political activity remains quiet as a senatorial contest could begin several months ahead, signaling cautious campaigning and limited public action despite looming implications.
Iberville Senator Charles E. Schwings fight against Victor Lefebvre’s confirmation as Atchafalaya levee board president widens into a broader political clash. Schwing accuses waste and sinecures while Lefebvre defends his leadership and notes support from allies including Schwing’s brother Judge Calvin K. Schwing. The dispute unfolds as Baton Rouge prepares for potential extra sessions and confirmations.
The article recalls Judge Newton Blanchard’s 1915 closing remarks and notes Jefferson Parish now dominates a major judicial election controversy. Judge Gautier’s mandamus suit against Pau Berthelot was dismissed by Judge Flerry, leaving Middleton as the sole candidate on April 24 for the Jefferson St Charles St John judge ticket. If Gautier pursues a supreme court reversal, Middleton’s election could be invalidated and a new election ordered within 60 days.
Cambridge April 23 Harvard began enlisting 1000 additional students for military service after spring vacation. Already 10006 cadets have enrolled as candidates for commissions in the reserve officers corps. On May 7 a total of 2000 students will abandon their studies for intensive military training.
Judge E C Dawkins ruled Saturday that property within Monroe city limits is subject to parish taxation and must be placed on the tax roll. The Police Jury had sought to compel city properties to pay parish taxes, with appeals and representation by local law firms noted. The decision hinges on constitutional provisions taxing all property for parish purposes, and Supreme Court action is anticipated soon.
An agricultural preparedness meeting will be held at the North Louisiana Experiment Station in Calhoun on Thursday. A delegation of business men from Monroe and West Monroe is urged to attend. The program includes several speakers on farming and poultry, addressing the need to diversify crops away from cotton.
A cordial reception greeted British commissioners as they arrived for wartime talks with American officials. The visit aims to coordinate allied strategy and strengthen cooperation in the ongoing conflict.
British foreign minister Arthur Balfour and the British commission arrived in Washington to coordinate war aims and peace efforts with U S leaders. Police guarded the Union Station crowd as Secretary Lansing and other officials greeted the visitors in a grave, formal ceremony marking a major wartime diplomacy encounter.
The two secretaries exchanged handclasps and chatted briefly as the party disembarked the train. An official photographer was allowed to take pictures while the group lined up along the platform. The foreign minister walked proudly and greeted the cheering crowd, then the party entered the president's room where cars awaited at the entrance.
In Birmingham on April 23 the cases of A B P Batson Lem Lavenred and W R Orr former inside war dens of the county jail open for trial this week in the circuit court criminal division. They face charges of having knowingly allowed prisoners to escape following the sensational breakout of D B Oerton and six others. In Portland on April 23 the Northwestern International Bowling Association championship tournament opens and runs through the week with competitors from Seattle Spokane Tacoma Vancouver and Victoria among others.
Public notice calls Berlin residents to declare all aluminum items for expropriation at seven marks per kilo. A list names 360 objects from forks and spoons to ash trays and cigar cases. Refusal or delay brings penalties under the campaign to have the state own aluminum articles.
London notes St George's Day observances across the British dominions and worldwide. The Union Jack is expected to rise in fervor as troops press charges against the Teutons with renewed pep. St George, martyred in 303, became England's patron saint during Edward III's era and also honors allies Ruesta and Porsec.
The Supreme Court affirms the federal decree barring the Southern Pacific from disposing of timber and minerals on lands granted by Congress. The decision gives the United States control of more than three million acres in Oregon and Washington valued at about fifty million dollars.
British forces renew offensive operations against German positions enabling a broader assault. Reconnaissance and artillery preparation indicate momentum toward a breakthrough, with allied commanders signaling intensified actions along the front.
British artillery and infantry renewed attacks across a wide front in northern France, reporting progress on both sides of the River Scarpe. Gaverelle and Cuenappe captured as lines straighten south of Arras Cambrai, with Treascault and Harriscourt wood in British hands and over a thousand Germans reported captured.
A Central News dispatch from Petrograd reports German transports have sailed from Liepaja on the Baltic Sea south of the Gulf of Riga for an unascertained destination.
Will Sands a Texas ranger faces trial in El Paso for alleged murder connected to the shooting death of Sergeant Owen Bierne of the Twenty third United States Infantry several months earlier.
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