05 Dec 1910
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1910
Page
1
Corporate interests sound alarms as Congress opens session. Proponents of rail industry warn of peril to national plans while lawmakers weigh bills affecting transportation and industry. Public and political figures react amid partisan tension and economic stakes.
Washington dispatch notes a somber mood in the capital as corporate interests press the Interstate Commerce Commission to raise railroad rates by 75 million dollars annually. Democrats prefer minimal action in the short session, while progressives seek to provoke activity. Taft delays tariff revision until the tariff board reports, delaying any major changes. Republicans feel chastened after reelection, while railroads, stock dealers, and workers weigh the impact of higher rates on profits and wages.
Dr. Dowling president of the State Board of Health lectured at Vidalia courthouse on arrival of the Demonstration Train. He urged authorities to use hoe and spade to clean cells and floors, calling for stricter surveillance of markets and removal of old spittoons, while Miss Morris entertained and school officials discussed civic leagues and school improvements. The building was found in poor condition and a new school is planned once boll weevil taxes are resolved.
Efforts will be made to rush appropriation bills at noon today.
Cotton buyers in Pine Bluff receive shipments at their doors as local buyers show interest. Nor named organizations or dates appear in readable text.
Washington December 5 Congress opened in a session of notable importance with three months remaining before expiration and control of the House shifting to the Democrats. Early appropriations work paves the way for quick consideration of measures as Taft and administration leaders push to keep the budget at a low level. Spectators enjoyed a six day bicycle race gaining three miles amid reports of a fatal railroad wreck and many wounded, with several expected to die from their injuries.
London December 5 Forty people were seriously injured and several fatally in a London Northwestern railroad crash at Willesden Junction today. The second section from Watford ploughed into the first section stationary at the junction. Most injured were clerks en route to their London offices.
In New York on December 5 the annual six day bicycle race at Madison Square Garden began with a surge of excitement as the French rider George started his run. The event is showcased across pages with continued coverage on page 8.
Lieutenant Governor A B Davidson of Cuero says the first senator to be recognized will introduce a resolution submitting a constitutional amendment on the liquor question. He predicts a near 100000 vote defeat, urging passage of a general appropriation bill to avoid extra sessions. Also reports Oklahoma seek Pussy-foot Johnson to curb liquor sales to Indians with Anti-Saloon League backing in efforts led by Bri. Dinwiddie.
Business leaders in Monroe confront a steep drop in cotton receipts from historical 75 000 80 000 bales to under 15 000 last year and a forecast of further declines. They question why Monroe buyers pay less than rivals in Met Rouge Bonita and Pine Bluff, despite favorable freight rates. Some cotton even moved to Farmerville and Ou Very doors, indicating a broader market shift.
Indianapolis Indiana December 5 Matters pertaining to township poverty relief the schools road projects and methods of township accounting were discussed at the annual meeting of the Indiana State Trustees Association. The session will continue Tuesday and Wednesday.
The Iron Mountain area in Louisiana holds two thousand bales of cotton awaiting shipment to Pine Bluff, with Pine Bluff warehouses and streets packed. New Orleans buyers bought nearly five thousand bales across South Arkansas and North Louisiana after Thanksgiving, Rayville and Ruston receive cotton once destined for Monroe, and Shreveport boosts receipts and outreach into new territory. As cotton moves, wholesale and jobbing interests follow, impacting Monroe’s trade, banks, and local merchants observing express shipments south from Pine Bluff.
Mississippi Travelers Association marks campaign day with badges and vows to recruit members for a winter legislative push. The group positions itself as reformers promoting better roads and railroad, hotel, and livery services, citing past achievements and aiming for 1500 members. American Roadmakers Convention opens in Indianapolis with anticipated record attendance and top road builders and engineers among speakers.
Judge Thornton is credited with gaining several votes as both factions express optimism. The partial result signals a close contest with lingering uncertainty about final tallies and outcome. Individual names beyond Thornton are not provided in the readable text.
Baton Rouge crowds pack the city as allies claim Thorn ton forces gain ground through speeches telegrams and visits. Candidates Broussard Wilkinson Pujo and Thomas organize on the scene while Thornton backers predict victory on the joint ballot amid daily statements from both camps.
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