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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1913
Page
1
Legislative action tightens control by introducing a revised form that eliminates lasting privileges. Officials describe the amendment as closing loopholes while critics warn of reduced rights for affected groups.
Washington reports the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry agrees to an anti option bill aimed at forbidding mail, telegraph, and telephone use for future cotton contracts that do not specify a grade. Provisions limit delivery to exact grades and deny forced delivery, drawing strong opposition from growers and criticism of middlemen.
A terse report notes the senate session proceeding without disruption as lawmakers plan agenda items. Key figures or dates are not specified in the fragment, but officials aim for orderly conduct and steady progress on business.
Aug 28 Baton Rouge reports say Governor L E Hall plans a smooth special legislative session with Lt Governor Barret traced to Colorado Springs. Senate race hints fade as Hall stays neutral while Sewerage and Water Board funds may back system renewal. Voetgle conferences signal support for a constitutional amendment and expedited city state cooperation.
Senator Smith seeks political gain amid a fight with Gov please. Farmers distrust the cotton market and seek its destruction to secure future profits. Brokers and factors are labeled robbers and their views dismissed as guides to what not to do as Ransdell urges frank talk and reform.
Local readers show strong interest in the ballot proposition regarding state aid for Negroes as campaigners tour the area and discuss potential impacts on communities and public services.
A committee in Ouachita Parish plans a large negro exhibit for the September New Orleans State Fair. Mayor Forsythe supports the effort and will aid Monroe Negroes in preparing products, domestic arts, science works, and literary pieces. The project, endorsed by the District Conference, forms an auxiliary group led by Prof. M. J. Foster and J. R Patterson to manage exhibits and public appeal. Contact E G Spyker at 312 Catalpa Street for details.
Forsythe announced this morning that any boy or girl living in Ouachita parish may attend City High School free of charge, whether or not they reside in Monroe. The policy, in place for fifteen years, covers over a hundred non resident pupils and welcomes new enrollees.
Ten thousand visitors crowded Ackley Iowa for Sauerkraut Day the festival highlighting the national sauerkraut product. The feature was a free banquet as fifteen barrels of sauerkraut and over 1000 pounds of wieners were consumed. Frank Sheridan plans a Baltimore season opening in a Richard Harding Davis playset titled Blackmail.
The Harvester Company plans to send out valuable illustrated lectures to promote farming efficiency. Officials announce coordinated distribution to farmers and rural communities to share practical techniques and market insights.
A letter to Secretary Luther from Edison of the Chamber of Commerce requests a date for a Monroe Free Lyceum course. The signer asks for arrangements under the auspices of the local program.
Louisiana stiles hold second place in lumber production as the union state maintains steady output and market position amid regional competition.
A federal census summary reports the 1912 lumber, lath, and shingles output with 29,648 active mills, 39,158,414 feet board measure cut, and a 5.3 percent higher yield per mill than 1910. Despite a slight dip from 1910 totals, production over 1911 rose nearly 6 percent, signaling improved conditions in a presidential election year.
A report circulating in West Monroe alleges outsiders will be barred from the City School this year due to parish city board differences. City officials deny the claim and condemn the rumor as a deliberate attempt to deter enrollment.
Washington Aug 28 Senator Francis G Newlands marks sixty fifth birthday as veteran lawmaker now in his tenth Senate year. Known for broad public career from art commission to public buildings to the Reclamation Act bearing his name.
The Ouachita Oil and Gas Company plans five test wells in Ouachita Parish with operations beginning after 235000 dollars in stock subscriptions. G B Haynes is fiscal agent as Monroe residents urged to invest, test mineral rights, and pursue oil or gas potential. The News Star supports local funding and civic backing.
President Wilson pursued a cautious approach as Envoy Lind prepared to return to Vera Cruz amid an optimistic message. General Wood assumed direct control of military measures to protect Americans as Huerta delays ambassador exchange and consular officers urge all Americans to depart Mexico.
Mr. Ford Levi arrives in Monroe after purchasing a vast holiday goods stock in the East. He reports this is the largest assortment ever brought to the city, promising a wide selection for shoppers.
Mexico City reports Gamboa replies to Lind note denying any immediate loan from American bankers. Gamboa says Huerta not eligible for re election and warns Wilson must adjust stance or risk misinterpretation. London papers blame US leadership and question diplomacy.
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