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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1916
Page
1
Disturbing reports describe rising antifamily sentiment and unrest spreading through northern and central districts. Authorities note troubling rhetoric and civic tension as communities grapple with fear and division.
Reports from southern and central Mexico warn Americans to leave Durango as anti-American sentiment rises. Generals Scott Funston Obregon to confer near El Paso Juarez or vicinity, with Obregon en route to Juarez and Funston expected to depart San Antonio for El Paso.
Washington on April 27 reports a definite time and place for a conference among Generals Pett Fenston and Obregon. Secretary Maker said the purpose is to settle the military dispute and end bandit outrages.
Americans urged to evacuate Torreon as violence and agitation rise near the Mexican border following clashes between American soldiers and insurgents. Washington reports draft instructions for liaison between American and Mexican forces aim to co operate against bandit activity and ensure stability during ongoing negotiations.
The conference will inform General Carranza of the US position in replying to his April 12 note on withdrawing troops. Officials hope to reduce mistrust of American movements, free troops from interference, and enable potential joint operations. Continued on Page seven.
The Northeast Louisiana Literary and Athletic Association has arranged a two day high school rally in the city. Tennis and field events will be at different sites with free dinner for ticket holders. Literary contests take place at the City High School Auditorium with a 25 cent admission. The dinner is provided by the Monroe Civic League and headed by Mrs. Leroy B. Cole.
West Monroe Mayor N G Tippit calls a mass meeting for Monday May 1 at Town Hall to discuss the Good Roads issue affecting Ouachita parish west of the Ouachita river. Police Jury, Monroe Mayor Apgar and Monroe council invited. Uniforms for tech Monroe baseball team arrived and are being distributed.
A letter from the Port Chamber of Commerce advocates improvements for Good Roads in Caddo Parish. President Booth of Shreveport urges action to boost local infrastructure and transportation access. The communication highlights regional benefits from updated roads and connected commerce.
A 1916 letter from Shreveport Chamber of Commerce president W H Booth extols the economic and social benefits of road expansion in Caddo parish. It details a five mill tax to fund about 90 miles of new roads, with plans to extend for five more years, plus paving and gravel prospects near Shreveport and across the state line into Arkansas and Texas.
In Caddo parish the speaker links road improvements to broader community gains. He argues direct hauling cost falls and farm values rise as roads connect markets and services, urging farmers to vote while suggesting railroads and oil firms fund taxes. He notes widespread land value increases and wide investor interest.
Concord New Hampshire April 27 Today is New Hampshire fast day appointed by Governor Spalding.
Tacoma April 27 Paul R Haffer a socialist will be tried on criminal libel charges over a letter accusing George Washington of liquor excess profanity and slave exploitation The case hinges on whether any citizen may sue for libel on behalf of the father of his country The court endorsed the prosecutor in treating Washington as the father figure and the trial draws attention from free speech advocates nationwide.
In Topeka Kans two hundred prisoners tried to attack Fred Bissell, the suspect in the murder of ten year old Edna Dinsmore. Guards intervened and used clubs to subdue the mob in the penitentiary yard where Bissell had been brought to escape a Topeka crowd.
The bulletin notes heavy German artillery at Verdun with fighting ongoing and signs of wider western front activity. It cites German advances at times, French counterattacks near Fort Vaux and Lorraine, and Russian hydroaeroplane raids against Constantinople.
London reports a German submarine sank the Norwegian bark Carmanian off the Ireland coast on Tuesday. Part of the crew were rescued after a capsizing boat containing crewmen and the captain. The Arethusa class British cruiser was struck by a German torpedo.
Berlin reports the German navy sank the British submarine B-22 on Tuesday and rescued and captured two crew members. The capture adds to ongoing naval operations in the North Sea region.
Berlin reports a Turkish official statement that the Turks regained their last advance positions on the Mesopotamia front along the Tigris and captured fourteen machine guns one British major two other officers and thirteen soldiers. It is claimed the British suffered over four thousand casualties in the recent fighting.
Berlin optimism grows that the United States Germany submarine warfare dispute will be resolved. Emperor William reportedly backs pleas to avert crisis while Germany's reply to the American note may come next week. Ambassador Gerard remains silent after talks with Chancellor von Bethmann-Hollweg, but other sources suggest the outlook has improved.
Washington April 27 Secretary Lansing announces official U S stance on merchant ships reaffirming recognition of peaceful vessel rights and detailing government aims in safeguarding open sea commerce and neutral shipping.
The document, prepared by Mr. Lansing at President Wilson's direction during his vacation, states the United States may attack merchant vessels when carrying germs for defense and references warships in general. Copies were sent to embassies. officials gave no public explanation, but Berlin is expected to receive the substance before replying to the demand to abandon Germany's submarine warfare methods.
London April 27 Associated Press reports martial law proclaimed across Ireland. Premier Asquith says rebels still hold key Dublin buildings and fighting rages in streets with spread to the west. Carson and Redmond denounce the uprising and back the government. Sir John Maxwell sails to Ireland with plenary powers.
The Louisiana division Traveler's Protective Association holds a two day convention in Monroe with opening session at 10 am led by State President P. Doerr. Events include a luncheon at Monroe Hotel, city auto tour for visiting ladies, Elks Club reception and dance, and a memorial service at First Presbyterian Church.
The national weather and crop bulletin reports cotton planting near completion in the southern region and progressing well in central and northern districts. Germination is underway and chopping has begun in Georgia, with some areas in the east experiencing rainfall shortfalls.
The Daily States reports a contest to succeed Adjutant General A. W. McNeese. McNeese plans retirement at the end of his term to start a business in New Orleans. Maj. A. D. Stewart, manager of the Cosmopolitan Hotel, garners strong support with letters urging his candidacy, while Gen. J. W. Eddy of Lake Charles also enters discussions and McNeese reportedly views Eddy with favor.
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