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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1912
Page
1
The move calls for coordinated regional efforts as liberal factions press for a united approach. It emphasizes shifting troop presence away from direct engagement to pursue peaceful collaboration among nations.
Washington reports Liberal leaders in Nicaragua seek regional unity to force a partial US military withdrawal from Managua and ensure a free presidential election. Ugarte and Altschul condemn dollar diplomacy, cite famine and revolts, urge nontoxic intervention to protect American interests.
Dr Ugarte argues the Dawson agreement disenfranchises 79 percent of Nicaragua voters by prohibiting Liberal participation in the presidential election. He cites a hypothetical American troop scenario in Managua to suggest Mena could have toppled Diaz, noting Mena is not a Liberal.
Three laborers were killed and several injured in a mill explosion at Rand Power Company in Marrow, 23 miles west of Knoxville. The deceased are John Giles, Frank Barreett, and George Newbrill.
Baton Rouge August 29 Fred Grace register of the State Land Office has received information of timber depredations on State lands in several North Louisiana parishes and asked district attorneys to investigate and file charges. He declines to name the parishes or individuals involved to avoid hindering justice.
Mesers J R Tidwell C E Maroney and B S Eby led a push to save the city fair and call a meeting at 8 pm in Mr Bradley Waelder's office next to the Elks club. Young men willing to help are urged to attend as the old fair board will be present to assist.
A fragmented report notes a woman visiting President Taft reportedly carried a sacred knife. Details remain unclear but the incident prompts curiosity about the visitor and motive.
A Columbus woman identified as Caroline Beers, 40, was arrested for carrying two long knives hidden in her clothing as President Taft arrived at a Columbus hotel. She claimed to be the President's wife and warned she would punish him, saying she had a sacred knife for Taft. The incident followed criticism of the Dollar Diplomacy policy and reports Taft had revoked orders sending the Tenth Infantry to Nicaragua.
A group of Australian visitors toured Monroe to study local government techniques and administrative practices amid an exchange or fact-finding mission.
Australian agriculture minister Mr. Percy Crowley and colleagues toured Monroe to study tick eradication methods and vat costs. They compare Australia’s $740 dipping vats with local farms paying about $160, noting cheaper labor in the United States and similar climate conditions to Arkansas and North Louisiana. Dr. A E Wright accompanied the delegation, guiding the U S tick eradication program.
New York Aug 29 A Brooklyn man John Strickrogh ninety ends his life by hanging after days of unemployment and inability to find work. His wife five years older and his daughter found him dead. Once able to do odd jobs the veteran grew feeble yet refused inactive life.
Adverse Senate criticism of Central American policy and hints of a U S army shift prompt President Taft to revoke the order that would have moved the Tenth Infantry from the Canal Zone to Nicaragua. Officials say American interests remain safe for a few days as Marines arrive and Rebel leaders learn U S resolve to use force if needed.
Former Senator William Lorimer of Illinois surveys land in the area while visiting after news of L M Fairbanks big land purchase. If suitable parcels are found he will buy a very large tract for a colonization project. Rowena Jerome, daughter of Jerome K. Jerome, performs in The Passing of the Third Floor Back this season.
U S dispatches from Minister Weitzel to the State Department warn that rebels plan another attack on Managua. Washington reports anxiety over theNicara guan capital amid the advisory notes filed Monday.
The Interstate Commerce Commission delays the order's effective date from September 1 to November 1 to ensure the low rates remain in effect for two years from court approval. The move avoids loss of time if courts delay. Ethel Barrymore to star in a December comedy by Haddon Chambers.
Richard Carle has finished the book of a musical play titled The Wise Guy and the work has been accepted by producer Charles Frohman.
James K Hackett recently produced in San Francisco a new play by Brandon Tynan titled The Melody of Youth. The project marks Hackett's latest stage venture and highlights Tynan's latest dramatic work.
Governor Woodrow Wilson drew large crowds in Lancaster and Harrisonburg, forcing impromptu speeches from both ends of his car as he shook hands and waved to supporters. He urged the public to take interest in governance and spoke on tariff policy at Wilson Grove.
Groreton Va August 29 The Forty third Battalion Virginia Cavalry known as Mosby’s men held their nineteenth annual reunion on the Bull Run battlefield where the second battle of Bull Run was fought fifty years earlier. Veterans shared stirring Civil War stories sang, and speeches were delivered as old comrades dined together.
Havana reports Enrique Meza, charged with assaulting American chargé d affaires Hugh Gibson, released on a $5,000 bond despite court assurances. Washington orders a firm protest to Cuba and demands severe punishment for Meza. Meza had shouted intent to provoke a duel after fencing practice.
Little Rock police court reports the initial outcome of a crackdown on disorderly houses with chauffeur Roland Squires fined $500 and sentenced to one year in jail for contributing to a 16 year old girl's delinquency. The judge warned more arrests of prominent local men may follow as victims ages 12 and up are cited in midnight rides.
Monroe Mr J M Parker notes rivalry amid a crowded field as chips seek consumer attention. Advertisers push messaging while Parker highlights distinct approaches and timing shifts in the market.
General Manager J M Parker of the Arkansas Louisiana and Gulf railroad reports strong prosperity across the Midwest and South. He urges Monroe to form a Chamber of Commerce and promote local advantages as farmers gain wealth and western buyers look to the region for land and investment. Parker plans to join a state touring train to showcase Arkansas in October.
A New Orleans wife with six children sits on the hospital curb for hours daily for two weeks praying for her husband Daniel Reed, admitted in August with an incurable illness. He is reported to be near death within 24 hours.
Tully Marshall plans another tour this season performing in his wife’s play The Talker. The engagement follows prior stage success and underscores ongoing collaboration between the couple in theater.
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