Problems for Wilson Governor's Views
Governor Wilson faces disagreement with free traders over tariff policy and economic strategy. Analysts note party divisions and potential impact on state governance as debates continue.
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Monroe News Star in Monroe, Louisiana
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1912
Page
1
Tariff Revision Debate Shapes Wilson Advisers
Washington dispatch notes radicals favor rapid tariff changes clash with cautious pro reformers led by Gov Woodrow Wilson. Rep Redfield, a key advisor, backs gradual tariff revision while stressing business needs time to adjust to new revenue basis amid anti trust measures and shifting industrial policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Stanleys
M Hardwicks
Raineys
Ritchies
Woodrow Wilson
Gov. Wilson
Herdwicks
Kitchins
Francis Burton Harrison
New York
Poison Suspected in Death of Former Rail Employee
In Shelveport on Aug 6 the Times reports T. M. Scott, ex-employee of the V S & P Railroad, was found dead in his Van Cleave apartments room, with coroner’s inquest unable to determine a cause. Last seen Friday by Dan Daniels, Scott had hinted at financial trouble and previously attempted suicide last fall. jury ruled death from unknown cause with no sign of violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. M. Scott
V., S. & P. Railroad
van Cleave Apartments
Scott
Dan Daniels
Victoria Lumber Company
Daniels
van Cleave
Zwolle
Eli Sanchez
Sanchez
Sugar tariffs and Wilsons stance on protective duties
The piece argues Louisiana sugar merchants benefit from protective tariffs and asserts Woodrow Wilson would oppose free sugar bills. It claims his White House presence would deter lawmakers from advancing such measures, noting current passage without fear due to expected presidential veto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Woodrow Wilson
White House
Blue Jackets in Managua Protect Foreigners Interests
A unit named Blue Jackets arrives in Managua to safeguard foreign nationals and their interests amid tensions in Nicaragua. The move aims to ensure safety for residents and visitors while local authorities monitor the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nica
Marines Sent to Panama to Reinforce Managua Guard
Marines from Panama ordered to supplement the Blue Jackets in Managua to protect Americans and property. The Collier Justin is sent to Panama to embark 350 marines for Corinto, following the Nicaraguan government and American minister's request for U S protection of foreign interests in Nicaragua.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Panama
Blue Jackets
Managua
Justin
Corinto
Nicarauguan
United States
Nicaragua
Mena Ordered to Return Boat in Managua Clash
San Juan Del Sur Aug 6 American Blue Jackets and Marines on duty in Managua order Gen Louis Mena leader of the revolutionaries to deliver up immediately the camels owned by the railroads run by an American company. The American minister notes the United States recognizes only President Diaz. A large shipment of arms has arrived from Corinto to Managua to aid the government offensive against Mena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Juan del Sur
Blue Jackets
Managua
Louis Mena
Mena
United States
Diaz
Corinto
Italian Forces Occupy Zuara and Surrounding Oases
Rome Aug 6 Italian naval and military forces today occupied the town of Zuara Tripoli and the surrounding oases. There were few casualties Turks with their Arab allies retired to the desert Zuara was practically the only remaining foothold of any importance on Tripolitania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Zuara
Tripoli
Tripolitan
Texarkana Man Held on Federal Charge for Train Incident
J L Sexton appeared before U S Commissioner Hudspeth on charges of delaying the mails and was held on $300 bond to face the federal grand jury in Shreveport La next month. Authorities say he and a companion tried to ride a Kansas City Southern train at Rodessa La without paying and later assaulted the conductor and train porter when the train passed Rodessa again. Sexton, at large until Friday, was arrested. a companion named Archard remains at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texarkana
J. L. Sexton
United States
Hudspeth
Federal Grand Jury
Shreveport
Sexton
Kansas City Southern
Rodessa
Marshal Parker
Archard
Railway opening abroad draws American envoy to Brazil
Dr Albert Hale of the Pan American Union sails for Brazil to witness the Madeira Mamore railway opening next month. The vast line will extend deep into Brazil and is hailed as a major engineering feat of the era with many countries’ representatives in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Albert Hale
Pan-American Union
Brazil
United States
Fate of Tax Amendments In Balance
Commissioner Edgar Farrar proposes tax amendments whose fate remains uncertain as debate continues. Supporters argue revenue stability while opponents warn of potential burden on residents and businesses.
Farrar to modify plan for tax amendment aims
Judge Farrar plans amendments to the proposed constitutional tax reform to ease opposition. The changes seek to let current boards and officials complete their terms, adjust the three person Tax Commission, and move toward an elective commission after a transitional period. Campaigns face parish machines and sheriffs in opposition as the measure heads to the Legislature and then a November vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Equalizers
State Board of Appraisers
John Fitzpatrick
Orleans Parish
Permanent
Tax Commission
Farrar
Commission
Senators Clash Over Traction Tax Fight in City
Senator Joseph Voegtle rails against a scheme to seize New Orleans street railways for state taxes while preserving local licenses and traction lines valued around 18 million dollars. Senator Henry Farrar vows to defend licenses under police control and local revenue needs amid Farrar and Carvera plans to curb or free legislative power. observers warn the dispute could end in peace, compromise, or disaster as a huge issue looms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Place
Jos. Voegtle
New Orleans
Henry L. Farrar
Farrar and
Carveras
Monroe City Council adopts tax legislation watchdog plan
The Monroe City Council voted unanimously to appoint a three member committee led by the mayor to travel to Baton Rouge for the Legislature's extra session. The aim is to defend Monroe's interests as the Tax Commission proposal could hit the city hardest due to municipal ownership of all public utilities. The meeting also covered routine matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
Monroe
State Tax Commission
Progressive Party of Colored Men Suppresses Split
In Chicago on August six a Progressive Party of Colored Men meeting failed to withdraw from the National Progressive party. W D D Venerable of St Louis as president said the majority opposes the plan and Northern negro delegates may sit but not vote. A second meeting was set to discuss unseating delegates as Venerable attacked Roosevelt and the party as a white man's effort. About 190 attendees attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Progressive Party of Colored Men
National Progressive Party
W. DD. Venerable
St. Louis
Roosevelt
Bull Moose Slate Focuses on Johnson Lindsey for Veep and Chair
Chicago reports a National Progressive slate backing Governor Hiram W. Johnson for permanent chairman with Judge Ben B Lindsey of Denver as candidate for the post. Roosevelt reportedly approves Lindsey and signals flexibility on the vice presidency pending convention decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Hiram W. Johnson
California
Ben B. Lindsey
Denver
Rosevelt
Lindsey
Johnson
Committee On Permanent Organization
South
Roosevelt
Oyster Bay
Roosevelt Speech Sparks Colossal Convention Ruckus
At the National Progressive convention in Chicago the audience roared for nearly an hour as Theodore Roosevelt spoke, while Eastern and Southern Black delegates clash over representation in the new party. The credentials committee faced a disputed Mississippi case and a threatened floor appeal to Roosevelt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Chicago
Theodore Roosevelt
Coliseum
Beveridge
Roosevelt
New Progressive Party
Julius T. Mitchell
Rhode Island
Mississippi
Credentials Committee
Col
Knox
Michigan
Roosevelt Party Opens With Smooth Ceremony
Chicago August 6 The first session of the National Progressive party led by Col Theodore Roosevelt opened in the Coliseum with ceremonial pomp. The gathering showed unity and enthusiasm as delegates entered singing and shouting in celebration of the new party while early South race disputes remained absent from the convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
New National Progressive Party
Theodore Roosevelt
National Committee
Also Mentioned on This Page
Wilson
Redfield
Representative Redfield
American Blower Company
Seagirt
Wilson Indorses
Shelveport
the Times
Knights of Columbus
Colorado Springs
Colo
Canada
Supreme Council of the Order
Glennon
Pike’s Peak
Garden of the Gods
Cave of the Winds
Cripple Creek
Ragua
Edgar Farrar
Orleaniens
Negroes and New Party
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