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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1919
Page
2
Local notice notes Leeds publication of community items and public notices gathered by Bervin. The fragment indicates a town paper distributing brief items, updates, and notices to residents.
A writer accuses Lee Emmit and Colonel Frank P. Stubbs of tax evasion hints, arguing 1916 assessments varied around 30 percent of real value while others were under or over. The piece questions fairness of state reforms and compares Parker and Consecrated John cases, urging transparent valuation practices.
The article defends ratification of the League of Nations and argues against delaying vote until after the election. It lists opponents including radicals, I W W, Sinn Feiners, and notable figures while urging a plebiscite to test support. It endorses pro League stance and warns delay could be dangerous for America.
The passage questions tax assessments in 1917 1919 and 1920 noting that benefits to taxpayers may be overstated and that new items could raise totals. It argues taxpayers would pay more since the creation of the board and urges verification of rates compare three years.
Reports from all sections of Ascension indicate Col. Frank P. Stubbs gains in strength for governor. From every ward and precinct arrive tidings of defections from Parker to Monroe, even in Donaldsonville once Parker stronghold.
Notable figures celebrate birthdays today including Artur Bodansky conductor of the New York Symphony born in Vienna 42 years ago. Rear Admiral James M Helm born in Grayville Illinois 64 years ago. Oscar B Colquitt former Texas governor born in Camilla Georgia 58 years ago. Ralph Adams Cram architect and author born in Hampton Falls New Hampshire 66 years ago. Rufus Hardy Texas congressman born in Monroe County Mississippi 64 years ago.
Rear Admiral James M. Helm, age eligible for statutory retirement today, has served since graduating from Annapolis in 1876. A native of Illinois, he began with coastal survey work, led the gunboat Hornet in the Spanish‑American War earning advancement for gallantry at Manzanillo, Cuba, and later commanded cruisers Baltimore and Galveston and the battleship Idaho. His career alternated sea commands with shore duty in lighthouse and coast guard matters, and he served as commandant of various navy yards and stations.
wartime item notes a ceremonial anniversary linked to President Wilson and Allied efforts. references a giant transport Leviathan reaching New York with 9,000 soldiers and mentions German uniforms in occupation arcs being barred. adds an advertising promo for Foley products and a mail-in offer.
Racing at the Winter meeting of the Cuba American Jockey Club in Pavia plus a Wai ser meeting of Jefferson Varish Fan Association in New York. The death of ex Empress Eugenie enters year four. her namesake Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain is expected to inherit a famed private jewel collection.
A compact list of historical milestones: 1845 Texas admitted to the Union by the House of Representatives. 1869 William E. Burton, famed comedian, last appeared on stage in Hamilton Ontario. 1876 Mons Belgium coal mine disaster kills 100. 1894 Father Ramien leprosy missionary monument unveiled at Louvain. 1900 Boere invade Cape Colony. 1914 German raid on English east coast kills nearly 100. 1916 Austrian advance at Monte Grappa. Italian landing in Albania. Verdun held after French divisions beat German divisions. 1917 British French aid Italian defense of the Piave line.
The famed French novelist George Sand enjoyed a yearly pen income of 20,000 in her final years, reflecting her enduring literary success.
Today marks the birth anniversary of Gen Robert S Garnett the first general officer killed in the Civil War. Chanukah celebrations begin at sunset as Jewish families light the Festival of Light.
The notice notes cold weather triggers indigestion bloating and constipation with claims that Carmarte Tabiets cleanse the bowels and sweeten the stomach. It asserts the product eases pain and provides a lighter feeling, offered by Chase Ammar Co Ltd.
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