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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1909
Page
4
Old accounts of the Star Printing Company and the Ouachita Printing Company, publishers of The Monroe News, will be pushed for collection. Ample warning has been given and stringent methods are adopted to collect these accounts. Remittances payable to the News-Star Publishing Co., Ltd.
A pamphlet-like reflection argues that Negro delegates are vanishing from Southern politics as Virginia Republicans convene without Black representation. The piece suggests Taft era shifts, forecasts Democratic control, and labels the Negro as increasingly unable to hold public office.
The Homer Guardian Journal reports widespread activity in state enterprises and the progressive class. Citizens push for good roads and better schools as oil, gas, minerals, and climate opportunities boost Prosperity in Caddo Monroe Baton Rouge Southwest Louisiana and Southeast Louisiana.
The article notes Egyptian cotton thrives in desert climates with long hot seasons and minimal irrigation. It highlights American selections achieving high luster and price on Manchester, with cotton from American deserts yielding stronger, longer fibers suitable for textiles requiring superior length. Three crops per planting extend farm income from September to December.
A man aims for lasting achievement beyond hours and deadlines, arguing that fixating on the clock can limit growth. He urges broader vision and steady effort over urgent but short sighted pacing.
A bizarre report from New Orleans describes a three legged duck drawing attention amid odd imagery of yellow rats with red eyes and elephants on a bed quilt, reflecting local curiosity.
The Homer Guardian-Journal celebrates thirty two years in print with best wishes for continued success and prosperity.
Hon T H McGregor of Rayville Richland parish, a lawyer and Richland parish superintendent, visited Rus ton and the Leader office. He weighs a race for Louisiana's Fifth Congressional District, aiming to challenge incumbent Joseph E Ransdell and others, with political plans and regional support across parishes.
An insistent notion appears that possessing sufficient cash for an aeroplane would lift people above daily worries. The piece hints at escape through flight as a metaphor for solving earthly concerns.
United States experiment stations supervise a five thousand acre Egyptian cotton project in imperial county California. The first crop is ready for picking marking the largest planting in the state as the U S spends about sixteen million dollars annually on imports. Continuous eight year effort confirms viability of desert cultivation and high priced Egyptian cotton.
Rayville attorney and long time Richland parish superintendent Mr. McGregor left the noon train today for Claiborne parish, according to the Ruston Leader.
The Wrights will spend time in Washington teaching the young idea how to scoot, sharing their experiences and methods with an audience in the nation's capital.
The Birmingham Ledger argues that annual American fire losses are enormous and urges reforms to reduce costs. It contends houses should be built fire proof and more durable than mere shelter to cope with frequent blazes.
The piece notes that private associations have pursued order in maritime law and that a forthcoming conference on unification may gain governmental ratification. If achieved, it would mark progress toward perpetual peace.
The Boston Transcript urges Massachusetts to act against the recently passed Senate income tax amendment. It argues a three quarters state approval is needed, with twelve legislatures blocking its success. The piece stresses readiness and a strong statewide stance to influence national outcomes.
The Kansas City Star notes that past tariff revisions were led by Democrats while Republican aggressors for revision rose, highlighting an unusual period with Democrats showing minimal expert leadership in tariff matters.
At the American Academy of Medicine meeting in Atlantic City a proposal for a contract physician plan would let low income families pay an annual fee for a regular doctor. The idea aims to ensure early medical attention to prevent serious illness and possible death.
A collage of quips and verses from various sources. The lines mix weather imagery and financial advice with light humor about meals and marriage pledges. The tone resembles a newspaper humorous section with brief anecdotes and aphorisms.
A tense exchange shows a man promising to pay back money today or face violence. The statement implies intent to threaten, marking a potential coercive dispute over a debt.
In a terse exchange the speaker questions why action wasn’t taken with the injured party, hinting the person chose convenience over reporting to hospitals and calling for medical aid as promised. The note appears in the Louisville Courier-Journal.
A Philadelphia Record quote notes gritty humor about gardening spades while Mrs. Sharp seeks to halt divorce papers after her husband is run over and killed by a motor car and she contemplates suing the car owner for damages alongside comic Illustrated Bits remarks.
A farmer tells a neighbor he will not feed summer boarders from his small garden, saying he has ordered canned goods as usual. The exchange shows the garden as a decoy to manage expectations.
A Punch quip warns luck diminishes when alone with a homicidal maniac aboard a train and cautions against carrying a lucky horseshoe to avoid being run over. It notes being the thirteenth guest at a table set for twelve is unlucky and advises waiting for an invitation.
A playful verse catalogues insects and pests with humorous personifications. The speaker notes flies, mosquitoes, caterpillars, beetles, wasps, hornets, ants, and spiders as they inhabit or interact with the speaker’s surroundings. The piece ends with a lighthearted reminder that the season is summer as signaled by a landlord’s weekly bill.
The report notes Texas and Ohio workforce shifts with new labor commissioners, unions forming in Sweden and Vancouver, and 1907 Serbian organizing. It mentions a Missouri nine hour law for women, Pittsburg miners resuming work, and Scottish coal masters backing wage cuts. Reports cover pending mine-owner negotiations and general labor expansion.
James Duncan leads a 16 member committee to study industrial education for the next federation convention. A new Home for Aged and Disabled Railway Employer of America building is funded with 80 000 dollars raised and ground broken north of Highland Park St. A Minnesota State Federation of Labor vows peaceful dispute settlements and immediate action to resolve trouble cases. A fire at Mr Kean's house destroyed furniture with 3000 dollars insurance. Louisiana Industrial prepares for fall term with dormitory work and September 1 opening. expected large attendance and steady inquiries.
Ruston notice reports that the home of J W Kean was leveled by a blaze at 12 45 last night. The Kean family was away from the house at the time and no injuries were listed while investigators begin on the cause.
Local vendor J. Meek Co. promotes Ouachita Bell Coffee and Syrup as best in the land. Claims sales have more than doubled in recent months and loyal customers stay with the brand.
Headache-nicks Capudine promises relief from colds heat stomach or nervous troubles. The liquid remedy is easy to take and acts immediately. Available in 15c 25c and 60c at drug stores.
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