10 Dec 1913
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1913
Page
1
Politicians in Washington anticipate a decisive victory as women brace for a ten percent margin. Supporters rally behind the anticipated triumph, while opponents caution about possible backlash.
Washington reports that nine states grant women full voting rights in all elections, totaling 55 electoral votes. Veterans from both parties foresee suffrage planks in 1916 platforms, with Illinois partial gains seen as a precursor to full rights. Ohio hearings and rules committee actions on equal suffrage also shape upcoming campaigns.
In a suffrage convention report Jamey S. Laidlaw of New York defended women’s enfranchisement while Senator Works of California contested past remarks. Miss Alice Paul’s congressional committee report was adopted after debate. Archbishop Messmer marked ten years as Milwaukee archbishop with civic congratulations. The Dubuque Poultry Association opened its third annual exhibition highlighting diverse poultry, pigeons, and pet stock.
John T. Hendricks and C. E. Perkins of the Missouri Pacific Iron Mountain tour the southern region to discuss freight needs. They report ongoing improvements to boost service and foresee New Orleans becoming the nation’s top grain port, aided by ties with the Texas and Pacific and other lines and the forthcoming exposition.
Barret and Pleasant release a joint statement regarding a $424 000 discount related to the dispute. The notice clarifies positions and seeks a resolution without further delay.
New Orleans December 10. Lieutenant Governor Barret and Attorney General Pleasant released a statement explaining their opposition to accepting a 96 1 2 bid for 4 1 2 percent serial bonds at the State Board of Liquidation meeting in Baton Rouge. They cited lack of authority to set an upset price and possible loss to the public from a $424 000 discount on long term bonds.
The record shows debate over a short-term loan and bond flotation costs, with officials voting no on bid acceptance due to testing loan value and interest impact. Louis Kuehne begins a one-year prison sentence for financial interest in an Atlantic City Water Commission contract.
In Vicksburg on December 10 the defense for Lieut. Governor Bilbo and State Senator Holos filed a demurrer to the joint indictment accusing them of receiving and soliciting a bribe. They contend Bilbo should not be indicted with a legislator since he is not a current member.
President Wilson weighs government ownership of telegraph and telephone lines. Postmaster General Burleson has studied practices abroad and prepared bills, but no administration approval yet. Burleson will review the issue in his next report with no certainty of recommendation.
Wireless advices from American Consul Miller report an overwhelming rebel force nine miles from Tampico Vera Cruz on December 10. Rebels told troops not to destroy foreign property but to remove foreigners if needed. Rear Admiral Fletcher commands American warships ready to protect foreigners and potentially land marines.
Members urged to work together to ensure the Commercial Club's success. The call emphasizes cooperation and collective effort to advance local business goals.
The article urges building enthusiasm for local development in a Chamber of Commerce. It highlights four co operation types financial moral intellectual and physical and stresses leadership by active members. It notes the Monroe region focus on expanding trade territory reclaiming lands and promoting home merchants while balancing business with social outings.
Delegates from Civil Service Reform League branches gather in Boston for the thirty third annual meeting at Hotel Vendome with speakers including Governor Baldwin Harvard President Lowell and officials from the Bureau of Public Roads Short Ballot Organization and Philadelphia Civil Service Commission. Bennettsville hosts the three day South Carolina Baptist State convention reviewing past year church work and planning future activities.
Merigan elections produced no change in the diplomatic scene. Officials report stability in international relations as anticipated observers note no major shifts in policy or alliances.
Washington reports the nullification of Mexico’s recent elections and ratification of Huerta’s provisional presidency will persist until July. Diplomacy remains unsettled as Jaarez notes Ojiniga could host the next major development with Mary Federals concentrated there and belief General Wilson cannot ignore the key position.
Federal forces under Mercado reach the Mexican frontier at Ojiniga after a siege in Chihuahua City and amid fears of mutiny. Rebels press the retreat and demand immediate payment, while civilian refugees flood into the border town and reprovisioning becomes urgent to stave off further action.
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