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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1925
Page
9
New Orleans reports cotton futures closing steady with a net change of about 11 points. prices opened higher on a steadier market and better cables. Early gains occurred on January and March contracts amid short covering as forecasters warned for unsettled weather and a Florida coast storm.
Eighth Annual Banquet of the Louisiana Tech School of Engineering in Ruston drew eighty five attendees including faculty students and visitors such as J E Keeny L P I state education chairman Capt Von Plyn and M M Morelock. Speakers lauded graduates now filling responsible roles nationwide. The menu featured shrimp cocktail oyster soup turkey dressing giblet gravy and desserts.
Cotton futures closed steady with gains of up to 1 point and values near 18.60 for January, 18.84 for March, and 18.22 for July. Opening prices showed January at 18.60, March 18.87, May 18.61, July 18.23, and October 17.90.
In Liverpool on December 19, cotton spot prices remained steady amid moderate business. American grades dominate sales at 10.45 for strictly good middling and 10.58 for good middling, with total sales 3,000 bales including 2,190 American. Receipts at 31,000, American 27,800. Futures close quiet with December 9.56, January 9.56, March 9.59, May 9.62, July 9.61, October 9.46.
In Chicago on December 19 open high low close trading showed lower wheat prices as expectations of higher world shipments and favorable harvest conditions in Argentina weighed on values. Unofficial Buenos Aires data suggested official total production figures were overstated by about half a million tons though southern yield remained strong. Corn and oats eased on overnight bids while hog-backed provisions held firm.
Poultry alive steady in Chicago market as four car shipments arrive. Fowls sold 18 to 24 cents per pound, springs 26, turkeys 40, roosters 16, ducks 22 to 25, geese 18 to 12.
Starting tomorrow, visitors may enter the city jail only on Sundays from 8 PM to 5 PM, with exemptions for doctors lawyers and sheriff staff. A Chamber of Commerce member notes Bell Whitfield Motor Car Agency joined as a new sponsor at a $50 subscription, part of continued enrollment. J W Smith Co Architects have drafted plans for Brazeal Hayngs fireproof garage in Natchitoches, stone and cement frontage about 100 feet, depth similar, cost near $30,000.
Reports state Zeigin et al will drill and test at M. H. King No. 1 Urania next week instead of yesterday. W H Howe says test to start next Tuesday at Natural Gas & Fuel Inc No 1 Urania. Dowling & McCurry Holloway No 1 to have liner reset and bail test today. Ayers Brothers No 1 Urania pumping 400 barrels daily with 50 percent oil likely. New locations planned in section 25 10 1E and 2d4 10 18 with derricks and drilling rigs being set.
National Guard Association of Louisiana executive committee will meet at 10 a m in Washington Artillery hall New Orleans Captain Louis F Rolleigh Fifth district will attend Officers listed include President Major Oscar Schneiidau and Colonel James E Edmonds Other district representatives named include Louis Guerre Flemings Rolleigh Milam Foust James Kuttner Henry Curtis and Edmonds
London dispatch reports General Feng Yu Hsiang’s National Peoples Army defeated by General Liching-Ting’s troops in Chihli province on the Yangstan front. Feng’s forces suffered serious losses.
Classified ad notes a Nova Star program offering dividends and savings options. It highlights potential benefits for readers seeking reliable returns through ongoing investments and mentions eligibility and contact details.
The Mitchell court martial case dominates floor debate as Senator Tillman denounces the proceedings and calls for mitigating the harsh verdict. Meanwhile a $325 million tax reduction bill moves from the House to the Senate, aiming for swift passage before March 15, with changes favoring many taxpayers and altering income tax brackets and exemptions.
A fire at 105 Mulberry Street originated in a gas stove and damaged a wall before breaking through the roof. The home owned by J. L. Kaliski and occupied by J. A. Jenkins suffered about 150 dollars in losses, covered by insurance, with firemen stopping the blaze.
A feature line highlights Smith Bros offerings of warmth giving blankets and comforts for the season. The display showcases a range of cozy fabrics and home goods aimed at easing winter hardship. Local shoppers are invited to explore the collection and support charitable causes.
A special Monroe chamber gathering heard Dr V K Irion present Bayou DeSiard improvement plans with three proposed dams and a 32 mile shoreline. Major Payne absent, future meeting set to finalize costs financing and action with engineers to provide concrete figures.
Christmas gift shoppers find a wide range of rugs at Smith Bros 19 21. The display includes various patterns, styles, and price points.
The Gordon Avenue church moves Sunday School to 10 a m and invites neighborhood children to attend. Reverend Ira Yeager will preach at 11 a m and again at 7 30 p m with an open invitation to the public.
Luggage for all. Suit cases range from 1.25 to 15.00 and hand bags from 5.00 to 15.00 at Smith Bros. 19 21.
Reverend Adams will preach two sermons at the First Christian church tomorrow. At 11 o clock the theme is Signs of the Times and in the evening he will speak on The Second Coming of Christ. The public is cordially invited to attend.
W C Bridges, five years with The Palace store in Monroe, will move to Gulfport to lead a new department store being opened by Turner and Kaplan. He departs Monroe December 28 and will oversee the remodeled Hewes Brothers Store with new stock from Marshall Field.
A gospel rescue mission tent will be erected downtown after the new year as a permanent evangelical site. Rev. J. R. Downs of the Home of the Good Samaritan secured authority from Mayor Arnold Bernstein and obtained Fire Chief Frank Roddy's sanction for the location. The plan calls for nightly preaching year round to assist the needy with Christian help.
James Daniel Whitfield 73 prominent Monroe Alexandria citizen died at his son's home after a protracted illness. Born Feb 1 1852 in Clay County Alabama he moved to Louisiana at 18 and lived in Monrose then Alexandria. Survived by 9 of 13 children his funeral will be in Alexandria with body sent there this evening.
Fashion pattern description for a jumper skirt with striped cashmere and a crepe de chine blouse with jabot. Details include a square front opening, large armholes, inverted front plaits for fullness, turn back cuffs, and matching blouse with round collar. Sizes 14 to 20 years and 34 to 46 inches bust. prices 35 and 30 cents.
Eighteen men were found guilty of conspiring to steal $30,000 worth of pre war whiskey from the Jack Daniel Distillery in St. Louis. Five more are jailed awaiting sentence, with hearings set for December 30 in federal court. The defendants include prominent St. Louis figures and one Chicago resident. Prosecutors hail the verdict as a major prohibition victory.
The First Methodist Church announces Christmas observances. Pastor Marion Monk will lead services at 11:00 a.m. with A Christmas Message and at 7:30 p.m. a Christmas Concert by the choir and local talent. A Christmas Tree event is planned for Wednesday night, and visitors are welcome.
The best gift of all a useful Wardrobe Trunk offered by Smith Bros. Prices range from $22.50 to $30.00 for different sizes. Located at 19-2 in the current listing.
An advertisement notes a variety of towels available for home use with emphasis on quantity and storage at the Smith store. The copy invites customers to view the selection and consider adding to their household textiles.
Smith Bros offers a Christmas shopping tour featuring crockery and glassware from December 19 to 21. Special items highlighted for festive gifting and home decorating.
Baton Rouge reports massive expansion of secondary education in Louisiana. From 32 public high schools in 1900 to 319 in 1925, staff and enrollment surged, libraries and laboratories expanded, and teacher qualifications now require bachelor degrees. Access to universal secondary education is approaching.
The First Baptist Church plans a week of Christmas events led by Pastor Reverend L T Hastings. Morning sermon titled God Will Provide and an evening The Message of the Candles will frame services. A Junior B Y P U Christmas pageant follows. A Love Gift fund drive supports foreign mission debt.
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