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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1909
Page
1
Widespread reports describe a beetle infestation affecting crops in multiple regions of Mississippi. Agricultural officials urge farmers to implement control measures and monitor for spreading damage as seasons shift.
New Orleans reports show progress in gathering Louisiana cotton while boll weevil damage worsens in parts of Louisiana and Mississippi. Some planters destroy plants with livestock to curb weevil spread as heat waves hinder growth and reduce expected yields.
Reports from Montgomery and cotton counties describe an exceptionally poor crop condition due to continued heat and dry winds. Three weeks without rain in central Alabama has parched fields and caused shedding, with rainfall urgently needed and the outlook gloomy for planters.
The Pine Bluff item notes Stephen W. Wade of Pine Bluff is identified as the negro killed in Monroe Louisiana after a spree. Wade once held a city scavenger contract and owned property, was quiet except when drinking, and purchased a shotgun before his death. He drew $100 from the Pine Bluff Trust Company and fled for Monroe where a deadly shooting ensued.
The report notes widespread damage to cotton with severe drought in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Rain would not help much, as many bolls are unripe. While opening rapidly, picking won not begin widely until mid September, and crop estimates are being trimmed. Some promising areas exist but are few. late frost could boost yield, though prospects remain poor.
A strong quake struck Panama at about 8 am causing alarm but no serious damage or injuries were reported.
Near Jackson Mississippi a merchant J E B Fisher and a nearby gunner Russell were wounded by a negro shooter at a depot platform. Three black suspects fled. bloodhounds tracked one man but innocence was later shown and the search continued. Citizens joined the hunt with cautions against mistaken arrests.
Details show Miao a mere child assaulted. Robert Woodall under arrest charged with the crime. The report notes threats against him, his age about thirty five, once good reputation, now described as unbalanced mind. Federal prison at Atlanta and fines of 2500 each. Judge Newman scheduled Sept 14 for arrest of judgment and new trial motions.
Robert Woodall, accused of criminal assault on 12 year old Myrtis Neal in Pearlhaven near Brookhaven, was transported to Jackson for safekeeping escorted by a militia company sent by Governor Noel. The guard details and train move followed threats of lynching, the victim's condition improving to stable.
A group of about 24 Oklahoma girls touring the East visited Boston sights including Lexington Concord Bunker Hill and the frigate Constitution. They critiqued New York for lack of air grass and time to sleep, noting visitors may value freedom. The party planned to sail from Boston to Galveston.
The jury found Breese and Dickerson guilty of conspiracy to defraud the defunct First National Bank of Asheville. Judge Newman sentenced both defendants to two years in prison.
Bulk shipment of fresh sour pickles received at location 24 11. Inventory checked for quality and quantity with standard processing for restock.
Monterey Mexico reports a catastrophic flood on Saturday from the Santa Catarina river. About 1200 people drowned and 15000 homeless as four city blocks disappeared and key plants, including a steel works and Mex Lead Company smelter, suffered severe losses. The disaster struck in the San Luisito suburb with many adobe houses washed away. The flood, driven by unrelenting rain, caused darkness and failed rescue efforts as water surged through the center of the city.
Spartanburg South Carolina August 30 In a jealous rage Joe Bates a guard on the city chain gang shot and killed Mrs Decia Bower 18 wife of a farmer and severely wounded Mary Cox 11 at the home of W B Cox in the presence of the husband Bates was overpowered after the shooting and beaten before officers arrived The woman had been Bates house keeper until two months ago.
Brownsville Tennessee on August 30 Owen Taliaferro a prominent local businessman was found dead in the sitting room with Mrs Virgie Reives dying from pistol wounds after a drive with Praicht and his wife Mrs Reives a sister to Mrs Praicht had recently arrived from St Louis and the divorcee’s former husband is in California Police believe murder or self inflicted shooting but the exact sequence remains unknown.
A firm resolve marks the society as discussions advance with broad participation. Leaders rally members to support steady progress and shared goals amid mounting public interest.
At the North Louisiana Agricultural Society meeting in Calhoun Louisiana on August 26 Dr W D Hunter U S Government boll weevil expert urged early fall stalk destruction. He said destroying stalks prevents brood survival and allows planting cover crops. The society adopted a resolution pledging to destroy stalks by October 1 and to urge neighbors to do likewise.
A Washington dispatch reports Virginia Republicans believe they can carry the state and elect their governor despite public boasts. GOP chairman C Bascom Slemp touts Kent’s clean record. Democrats split after primaries, with Mann alienating Tucker supporters. Slemp notes many Democrats may stay home, boosting Republican turnout.
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