30 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1912
Page
1
Vermont 13 begins airing on WEW as old timers interpret the size of the vote as an indicator of political momentum. The observers say the result could signal the upcoming campaign climate and voter sentiment.
The five way contest for Vermont governor opens with Allen H Fletcher Republican facing Harlan B Howe Democrat Rev Fraser Metzer Progressive and C S Smith Prohibitionist Granger backed. Smith leads the State Grange and campaigns actively as voters weigh party splits ahead of November outcomes.
The report says tonight and Saturday will be generally fair with light winds and mild temperatures. No precipitation is expected and skies should be mostly clear across the area.
The piece notes Prohibitionist and Granger groups seeking a strong vote next week while Democrats emphasize tariff policy as central to the campaign. It frames Vermont Democrats as the progressive force, supporting state tax reform corporate regulation and the initiative and referendum.
Four babies born to Mrs. Thomas H. Seely of 60 Sawyer Avenue Dorchester were surprised as a quartet rather than twins. The newborns remain in incubator at Dorchester Cottage Hospital with care continuing for weeks.
Ballot issues sparked intense political turmoil in South Carolina as allegations of ballot stuffing surfaced, stirring protests and prompting calls for investigations and reform. Political leaders from major parties faced sharp scrutiny over election integrity and procedural lapses.
Speaker Champ Clark gave his opening campaign speech in Maine. The talk focused on national issues and the upcoming election, with Clark outlining his platform and emphasizing party unity.
President Wilson and Governor Wilson are cited as making tariff the chief issue. Speaker Champ Clark argues parties and majorities govern, with five presidential candidates backing platforms. The speech outlines revenue versus protection debates and warns against betraying pledges after elections.
A rail accident near Temple Texas today left one dead and seventeen injured. The incident prompted safety inquiries and temporary shutdowns as investigators arrived to assess the wreckage and determine cause.
New Orleans approved a commission form of government with initiative and referendum by over ten to one in a special election. Official returns show 23 900 votes for and 2 119 against with both regulars and reformers supporting the change.
A Missouri, Kansas and Texas northbound train derailed from a trestle near Temple Texas three miles north early this morning. One man was killed and seventeen injured as the mail car and two coaches plunged into the area.
Indictments against former Department of Agriculture officials Elliott Moorehouse Singleton and Teele, arising from the Florida Everglade land inquiry, were quashed at the government’s request after investigations found no intent to defraud the Government.
In Denton county farmers plow by moonlight to dodge a deadly fly pest harming dairy herds in Grayson and Sherman. Milk shortages spread as cows refuse feed and horses are covered with blankets or overalls. Livestock deaths reach about fifty in Sherman. People are reportedly bitten as flies attack residents in urban areas.
John Despeaux a 24 year old laborer from Bartholomew street died from a fractured skull after Eddie Roe struck him in a Rampar street saloon. The blow followed an alleged insult to Miss Rose Keeny of Pauline and Marais streets and occurred as she sought protection. Despeaux collapsed on the sidewalk.
The text surveys Democratic tariff proposals and argues voters should trust Democrats who promise to reduce tariffs. It praises the House for advancing bills to cut revenue losses, notes President Taft vetoes but claims the Democrats kept faith with voters, and predicts Democratic success in November with a Democratic trifecta in government.
In Rutherford New Jersey Mrs Emilio Debaro and six of her seven children died in an early morning fire that destroyed their home. Husband father and the remaining thirteen year old son escaped by leaping from a second story window.
Boston August 30 President William M Wood of the American Woolen Company was arrested on an indictment and warrant charging conspiracy to distribute dynamite during the Lawrence general strike last winter. He surrendered with counsel and posted a $000 bail. Wood denied any connection to the plot. The American Woolen Company, controlling 33 plants and employing 35,000 workers, faces accusations tied to the dynamite finds during the strike.
An energetic gathering last night solidified plans for the Monroe fair. Local organizers expect strong community turnout and support as preparations move forward.
At a South Grand street meeting a new Monroe Fair committee was formed with H D Alurar as president and Theo Marx as vice president. A goal of at least 1500 dollars was set, with committees named to solicit funds, arrange amusements, displays, and racing, and to recruit a permanent secretary. The date will be announced later and fundraising aimed to finish by Monday.
A force of 767 United States Marines arrived at Cristobal by noon aboard the transport Prairie and entrained for Panama where they will board the cruiser California for Corinto.
Telegraph lines to El Tigre mining camp in Douglas Arizona were cut by rebels who threaten to attack the camp today unless the volunteers surrender. Forty American men and nine American women were reported in grave danger yesterday.
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