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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1910
Page
1
Consolidation shakeup as WERAKS SUPPLY COMPANY takes over Sander's Foundry and Machine Shop, signaling a major restructuring in local manufacturing. The transfer consolidates operations under the new owner, with details on workforce and timeline forthcoming.
A major business consolidation in Monroe completes with Weaks Supply Company absorbing J G Sanders's machine shop and foundry to form the Weaks Iron Works and Supply Company. George G Weaks presides with Sanders as vice president and J Clayton Johnson as secretary and treasurer.
Changes in Roman Catholic Church law promulgated by Pope Pius X were announced to the Archdiocese of New York at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Over six hundred priests attended. The decree transfers priest removal power from bishops to the Demotion Parochi, a six priest body plus archbishops, with nine defined reasons including perpetual insanity and unfitness.
A church decree tightens discipline for clergy and alters child communion rules. It orders preparation for the sacrament at age seven, replacing prior practice of confining first communion to children aged ten to fifteen. The document cites ongoing neglect and warns bishops to enforce obedience.
Brigadier General Wesley Merrit retired and twenty first superintendent of the U S Military Academy was buried at the Military Reservation Cemetery. The ceremony was held at night in snow with lamplight, a fife and drum corps, cadet guard, and three volley shots followed by taps and minute guns.
The congressional committee voted to exonerate Mr Ballinger, affirming the secretary’s integrity and clearing charges of misconduct. The majority backed the exoneration, marking a decisive vindication of the secretary’s actions.
A concise homage recalls the life of Mother Endy, a gifted leader whose work and influence touched many. The brief tribute highlights her dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on her community and followers.
President Tati-Depos ed Sultan of Turkey loses his private fortune as a bank is ordered to pay 1 500 000 dollars to the Turkish government.
A Republican majority panel finds no case against Interior Secretary Ballinger and accuses accusers of bias over conservation policy. The report, signed by Senator Nelson and others, counters a Democratic critique that had condemned Ballinger. Also profiled is Sibyl Wilbur, one of Mrs. Eddy’s biographers, outlining her birth in New Hampshire and early life leading to her later religious writings.
Washington reports the area sown to winter wheat this fall is up 2.5 percent from the revised 1909 fall estimate, about 828000 more acres. December 1 conditions are 82.5 versus 95.8 last year, reflecting variable grain health.
William O'Brien independent Nationalist leader won Cork City seat defeating Wm Redmond brother of John Redmond. The All for Ireland party captured both Cork City seats with M Hely defeating Augustine Roche.
Chicago December 6 A. T. Peters of the Illinois experiment station urged hog vaccination to prevent cholera before the United States Live Stock Sanitary Association and his plan won broad support. M. P. Ravenel of Wisconsin led a cattle tuberculosis symposium.
The seventh annual convention opened in Washington with a large gathering of waterway enthusiasts. President Ransdell of Louisiana presided as Taft addressed the attendees, signaling a focus on river and harbor improvements.
Leipsic December 7 Supreme Court ruled that 4 500 000 dollars deposited in Reichensbach bank by Abdul Hamid deposed sultan is to be reclaimed by creditors. The decision affects the former ruler's fortune and marks a major legal outcome in the financial settlement tied to his dethronement.
District of Columbia case upholds racial status for school children. Isabel Wall with one sixteenth negro blood denied Brookland Public School admission. Chief Justice Shepard and Board of Education rulings affirmed. appeal to Supreme Court expected.
Ten teams began the sixth day of the Madison Square Garden six day bicycle race in New York. By 8 o clock the leaders stood nineteen miles behind the existing record, as the grueling event moved deeper into its third day.
Washington reports from December seven say Louisiana boosters are busy laying groundwork for the Exposition push. T. P. Thompson heads home after a underground effort, promising New Orleans will raise ten million dollars matching St Louis and Chicago, with rapid return to counter moves from San Francisco.
At the closing session in Pittsburg the National Reform Association condemned the farm trade of prizes promoted gambling and confirmed the executive committee's report on uniform divorce laws. Officers elected include President Rev Henry C Minton of Trenton and national field secretary Rev T P Stevens of Philadelphia with treasurer J C Tibby and state field secretary J S Maw.
Gretna La Dec 6 A suit for a whole town was argued in district court today Mrs Charles Logue claims that Harahan La once a plantation was taken away from her by a false bill of sale Titles to all property in Harahan are involved amounting in value to hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Nashville Tenn Dec 7 Justice W D Beard of the State Supreme Court collapsed and died at the Hermitage Hotel this morning.
The court held that the common meaning of terms should prevail, rejecting narrower or technical readings and affirming that everyday usage governs interpretation. This ruling emphasizes how ordinary language reflects public comprehension in legal contexts.
The text chronicles Mary Baker Eddy’s path from a strained marriage to becoming a renowned founder of Christian Science. It notes her meeting with Phineas Quinby in 1862, her shift toward metaphysical ideas, the fall that spurred her discovery of Christian Science, and key life milestones including marriage to Allen G. Eddy, church founding in Boston, and eventual residence in Concord. The account highlights her influence, writings, and the global growth of the movement.
Western Star Lodge No 24 F and A M holds annual election with Percy Sandel as worshipful master J E Mason senior warden M M Munholl junior warden J D Oakley secretary Sig Haas treasurer E G Courtney senior deacon Bradley Waldner junior deacon J J Jones Tyler C C Hartzage master of ceremonies F G Hudson Jr W Clark Faulk stewards. Oakley re elected secretary in 25th year with praised records.
The market reported steady cotton in New Orleans with prices showing a 5 to 7 point advance. Traders noted firmer tones across futures as production forecasts and demand expectations kept bids firm on the trading floor.
Chicago on December 7 reports wheat prices weak with slight declines of one to two cents, provisions firm with gains of about two and a half cents, and miscellaneous items showing mixed moves as traders digest news and supply signals.
The Indiana Horticultural Society opens its semi centennial convention at the Statehouse in Indianapolis with President C. N. Lindley of Salem delivering the opening address and several papers on fruit growing topics to be followed by further sessions through tomorrow.
Col Mose Mayer of New Orleans reached Monroe on his rounds through the state and is today greeting friends with his suave smile and cordial handshake. Monroe is his old home and visits here are always pleasant. Rumor of his widowerhood circulating among close friends remains unconfirmed.
A legal notice states Judge Thornton will fill the unexpired term on the joint ballot. Officials outline the appointment process and deadline for filings. The court district and exact term length are specified in the notice.
Special to News-Star Baton Rouge December 7 1906 the Louisiana General Assembly met in joint session to elect John Randolph Thornton of Rapides parish United States Senator to fill the unexpired term of Samuel Douglass McEnery. The separate houses later unified ballots showing Thornton won a decisive victory amid a five day insurgent campaign and a large exodus of supporters. A barn arson attempt at C T Bairds residence occurred that evening with no leads.
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