11 Dec 1913
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1913
Page
1
A public utility stance argues sanitation costs are not expenditures but a loan. The citation claims the dollar laid out for sanitation reflects a loan rather than an outflow, shaping policy considerations and funding approaches in public health utilities.
Surgeon General Rupert Blue tells the Association of Life Insurance Presidents that sanitation is a loan to be repaid, urging greater cooperation among federal state and local health bodies. He cites the need for full time staff laboratories vital statistics and funding, and warns that public indifference and economic opposition hinder sanitary legislation.
A gathering of leading figures from national circles drew notable attention as prominent men attended a meeting of the Cive Pred eration. The event showcased top voices in industry and policy, reflecting a broad spectrum of influence and interest.
Prominent leaders from finance labor church education and industry gather at the Astor for the federation’s fourteenth annual session. Plans include a National Interstate Trade Commission proposals on pure foods workmen compensation and regulation of industrial corporations with reports on industrial economics and municipal utilities.
Taxpayers pursue a suit alleging improper payment of special attorney fees. The action seeks accountability and correction of billing practices affecting public funds.
Act No. 125 of 1912 bars parish school boards and police juries from hiring special attorneys and requires district attorneys to represent them without extra pay. A rule nisi granted an injunction to bar Percy Sandel from serving the Ouachita Parish School Board. The act enforces penalties from fines to removal for violations and malfeasance.
A historical note highlights the Commercial Secretary role as a key position in the Chamber of Commerce, emphasizing its importance within the organization and local business community. The item underscores the secretary’s duty to support commerce and civic activity.
A secretary guides chamber work as a businesslike officer with authority. Lack of power to act causes wasted campaigns and lost opportunities. Grant the secretary authority with board as check, ensuring impartial, energetic leadership and steady funding for development efforts.
Report from Washington states Rear Admiral Fletcher says rebels press the attack on Tampico. Foreigners are moved to a neutral zone under American gun protection and none harmed yet. Mexico City notes dispatches claim rebels retreated from Tampico range but expect renewed bombardment. shells fired at the city using captured Federals’ artillery. Refugees reported by Kron Prinzessin Cecilie liner captain taken from Tampico.
The article outlines topics for a federation meeting on street railways gas and electric light and other public utilities. It also notes a discussion on whether manufacturers can set retail prices. The Federation annual dinner is set for tomorrow at the Hotel Astor New York. Sir Lionel Phillips is reported shot but expected to recover. his connections to Cecil Rhodes Jameson raid and Ahn Hays Hammond are mentioned amid a broader labor dispute context.
Houston floods cause estimated 6 million dollars in damage and leave 17 000 to 20 000 homeless as relief funds total about 100 000. In Freetown West Africa a tornado sinks a barque, killing 250, with 400 natives aboard, inflicting port damage.
The News Star urges readers to submit the names and correct addresses of children unlikely to be remembered by Santa Claus. Names should be sent to Mrs. BR Frizzell at 101 Louisville Avenue or Mrs. B A Treadale at 701 Jackson Street, or conveyed by telephone. The notices will be given to the King's Daughters Distributing Committee for action.
President Wilson reveals ideas on anti trust reform amid calls to curb monopolies. Lawmakers debate scope as business interests await details and potential remedies.
A White House conference with President Wilson and six Democratic Judiciary Committee members outlined key aims for new antitrust bills. Goals include defining unreasonable restraints, shifting proof to defendants, banning interlocking directors, and creating regulatory bodies to dissolve trusts.
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