American stance on Jenkins release foggy in Mexico
Washington reports say the United States has not altered its position on the Jenkins case in Mexico. Jenkins was released on bail with bonds provided by unknown parties, while U S officials deny involvement or directing Mexico City to secure the release. An investigation is to determine who furnished the bond and any link to Carranza's finance minister.
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Associated Press
Washington
Ameran
iMiami. Jenkins
Lansing
State Department
Baas
Mexico City
Jenna
Jenkin
Bond
Aleu
Trae
J. Walter Hansen
Carreca
Carranza
Bessy
Ultimatum for Huns at hands of Allies for signing peace
Paris notes Allies demand Germany sign the protocol to put the peace terms into force or face military coercion. The note, drafted by the supreme council, promises immediate German prisoner releases upon signing and hints at a renewed program including occupation of the Rhine basin and Frankfurt. Heavy artillery movement reported near Mainz and along the Rhine.
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Paris
Supreme Council
Germany
Marshal Foch
Rebr Basin
Frankfort
Renopaper
Mrassburg
Rhine
Yeaterday
Trains to Monroe Cut Temporarily Amid Coal Shortage
Missouri Pacific will discontinue four passenger trains at 12:01 a.m. December 4 due to coal shortages. Trains 105, 104, 1050, and 804 809 serving Monroe are affected, with schedules readjusted for remaining services. Monroe business hopes the curtailment is temporary and that service will resume after coal supply improves.
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Missouri Pacific Railroad
Missouri Pacific
Monroe
A. Robertson
Missouri Pacifico Railroad
H. L. Winchell
Atlanta
Southeastern
Vicksburg, Shreveport and Pacific
Trafic
Vicksburg, Shreveport & Pacific Railroad
Southern Railway
Passendger
Moare
Vidalia
Mississippi River
Natches
Miss
Minaouri Pacific
Vickaburg, Shreveport & Pacific Railroad
Pershing Chauffeur in Arrest in Monroe
F A Sampson Oklahoma City chauffeur who served General Pershing in France pleaded for mercy after speeding on DeSiard Street. The judge reduced the $25 fine to 12.50 and invited him to dine, noting extenuating circumstances and his war injuries. The case highlighted a veteran’s plea and court leniency.
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Pershing
Mana
Judges Heart
General Pershing
France
F. A. Sampson
Oklahoma City
Charles Schulze
Sampaon
Sampson
DeSiard Street
DeSard Street
Monroe
American Legion
State department reports arrest in Wallace shooting case
An official from the state department disclosed that a U S soldier who shot a man in Wallace was arrested. Additional details were provided in the day’s bulletin.
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Washington
Dec
State Department
Saca
Wallace
Pico
Tech
Followers of Obregon report fighting in Prehucs area
Private advices from Mexico City say Carranza troops at Prehucs in Idaigo province were fired on by followers of Obregon. The report notes the general was making a public address when the incident occurred.
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Ollowers
Associated Press
Chington
Mexico City
Carranza
Idaigo
Odd Lodge of Monroe elects officers for coming year
The Odd Lodge of Monroe elected officers for the ensuing year at a Thursday meeting. Grand, S. Elledge. vice grand Leroy D.. secretary F. L. Reeks. treasurer W. A. Kirkpatrick. representatives D. G. Trousdale and W. McHenry. alternates W. A. Rick and F. L. Reeks. district grand master C. W. McHenry. Newly elected officers take office in January. The lodge, a prominent city organization, anticipates greater prosperity next year.
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Odd Lodge of
Monroe
S. Elledge
Logation
Leroy DB
F. LU. Reeks
Acton
W. A. Kirkpatrick
D. G. Trousdale
W. McHenry
W. A. Rick
F. L. Reeks
C. W. McHen
British Belgians to Occupy Essen In War Measure
London dispatch reports probable moves in the war, with British and Belgian forces to seize Essen while French and American troops advance toward Frankfort as part of joint tactics.
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London
Des
Germany
London Stardard
Essen
Frankfort
America Urges Germany to Sign Versailles Protocol
Paris reports a vigorous note from the supreme council demanding immediate signature of the Versailles treaty protocol. The Ex celsior says Washington has advised Berlin to adopt a more conciliatory attitude as allied powers press compliance.
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America
Germany
Paris
Dy Associated Press
Paria
Supreme Council
Excelsior
Washington
Berlin
Russians At Moscow Congress Endorse Peace With Entente
The seventh congress of the Russian soviets adopted strong peace resolutions urging truce with the entente. Lenine Trotsky and Tom Paine, representing the American communiste, attended the Moscow meeting by dispatch.
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Associated Press
London
Moscow
Lenine
Trotsky
Tom Paine
President Improves Says Neurologist Visits White House
Philadelphia neurologist Dr F X Dermum made a weekly White House visit. He reported the president's condition improved though he declined to issue a formal statement.
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Associated
Washington
F. X. Dercum
Philadelphia
Alleged Crime After Release In Monroe Case
Wille Young, a megis, was arrested last night in Monroe by Officers De land Earl Mays and Renguette under District Attorney Henry Montgomery. He is alleged to have broken into a Fifth Street house about three months ago and was previously jailed at Runton before being released due to lack of evidence. New material evidence suggests he may be identified by the homeowner, as he allegedly attempted to rob the residence.
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Wille Young
Megis
Monroe
Deland, Earl, Mays
Renguette
Henry Montgomery
Youn
Fifth Street
Young
Runton
Unidentified Mexican Held After Alleged Robbery at Cafe
A Mexican man, unnamed by authorities, was detained by Officer Eades for investigation after being accused by another Mexican of robbery. The pair shared a room above the New Orleans cafe and the alleged thief took $20 from the complainant, a sum not recovered despite a search of the detainee.
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Offcer Eades
New Orleans
Jail inmate charged with robbery at Monroe Hardware
William Johnson, a Black man, jailed on robbery charges for the Monroe Hardware company where he worked. Detective L V Tarver recovered five flashlights, two raincoats, hinges, a hammer, boots, wrenches and other items. Accused of stealing since August, he was nabbed at 207 Delta Street.
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Monroe
William Johnson
Monroe Hardware Company
L. V. Tarver
Hardware Company
Delta Street
Palmer orders probe into western producers profiteering
Ashington December 6 Attorney General Palmer ordered the prosecution of western producers for alleged profiteering following wartime policies. Noted officials said the move aims to curb price gouging and restore fair market conditions.
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Seean
Ashington
Westernei
Palmer
Oa. Com
Federal Court Session Delayed to December 10
The Western District of Louisiana in Monroe postpones a special federal court session from next Monday to December 10. Judge George W. dack will convene Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the post offices building for up to two days as a liquor case in Shreveport and other matters are prepared.
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United States
Willam O'Kelley
Monroe
George W. Dack
Shreveport
United States District Court For
Western District of
Louisiana
Post Offices
Jack
Monroe Thas
No Coal Advance Sought by Garfield on Wages
Washington December 6 not one cent can be added to coal price to finance wage increases to miners said Fuel Administrator Garfield after reading dispatches that Ohio Governor Cox proposed a twenty five percent wage advance compromise. Garfield said government would not object to a wage rise if it occurs without a coal price increase.
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Washington
Garfield
Cox
Ohio
Sale of liquor temporarily allowed in St Louis
In St Louis thousands of gallons of whiskey and wine were sold today after a federal judge temporarily paused government interference with sales. The order allows continued liquor trade pending further action.
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Associated Preas
St. Louis
Lloyd George Speaks to Public on War Strategy
Prime Minister Lloyd George addresses a public gathering detailing war strategy and political outlook. The speech outlines allied coordination, resource mobilization, and domestic support amid ongoing global conflict.
Aviators Reach Five Thousand Feet In Local Flight
Two passengers from Shreveport Mesars Barleson and Leonard Palmer joined Pilot Fawcett for a high altitude flight reaching five thousand feet above ground. The trip showcased aviation to local citizens with a plan to tour nearby towns next week to demonstrate commercial flight benefits.
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Terra Firma
Mesars
Barleson
Shreveport
Leonard Palmer
Fawcett
Board of Education moves to build three new schools
Monroe educators authorize plans for two white buildings and one colored school at an estimated total of about 230 to 250 thousand dollars. Architect J W Smith prepared designs for twelve classrooms an auditorium with 350 to 400 seats and modern heating. North Georgia Tucker school rises on Stubbs avenue. south site undetermined. central facilities to serve 250 pupils below sixth grade. Construction decision to be made by city commissioners soon with term start next school year.
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Moenree
Board of Education
Monroe
School Board
J. W. Smith
Sturdevant
Georgia Tucker
Frank Stubbs
North Side
Stubbs
Fourth
Fifth
South Side
E. L. Neville
DeSturd Street
South End
Breard Street
Parish youths back Red Cross Christmas Seal drive
Over fifty Monroe youths from Ouachita Parish High School led a parade in support of the Red Cross Christmas Seal Campaign. The march featured silver shields, banners with tuberculosis facts, and humorous slogans as the scout band led the procession through town.
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Monroe
Ouachits Parish
Red Cross
Cross of Hope
God
United States
Ouachita
Oas
Parish High School
Repatriation Arrangements For German War Prisoners
Yokohama reports arrangements nearly complete to repatriate more than 5,000 German prisoners captured with the surrender of Kiao Chau. Four steamers will transport them to Germany.
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Yokohama
Kiao Chau
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