Tarne Favored By 286 In Vote Short Listed
A local vote shows Tarne favored by 286 ballots. Ninety people stronger than the posted majority want reductions in the schedules.
21 Dec 1910
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1910
Page
1
A local vote shows Tarne favored by 286 ballots. Ninety people stronger than the posted majority want reductions in the schedules.
New York December 21 Six Louisianians favor tariff protection. a Herald canvass of 391 next House members shows 286 support a tariff reduction, with most Democrats favoring revenue tariffs or protection for own regions. Republicans split. many want no change, some want gradual revision. Leaders urge careful, scientific revision with protections and regional considerations. Speakers Clark and Cannon weigh in on tariff philosophy and method.
Tonight and Thursday expect increasing cloudiness with local rains. Rain may dampen outdoor plans as a weak front moves through the region, bringing light to moderate showers and cooler overnight and daytime temperatures.
The speaker defends a tariff law now on the statute books, claiming it proves beneficial financially and protects against price pressures. He supports the protective principle, asserts the welfare of all people requires it, and criticizes the House Democrats for not consulting him on fidelity to their platform. He notes their promise to raise workers’ wages while cheapening labor products and offers little more.
Customs officers refused delivery of an oil painting said to be a Van Dyke stolen from a German private gallery. Bought abroad for 40 dollars, the work was withheld at German request until ownership is proven. The painting, alleged to have been taken from a Berlin gallery years ago, was consigned to a local dealer who purchased it from a European dealer last summer.
Washington dispatch reports Porfirio Diaz, aged 80, fearing for his life and clinging to power. He has barred streets around the National Palace, seeks recall of Gen Bernardo Reyes, and disputes Ambassador Wilson on reports from Chihuahua and Durango with Insurgent forces active in Yucatan and the north.
In a special message to Congress President Taft advises adopting a joint rule to treat a portion of the constitution of New Mexico and to attempt a change of the boundary line between Texas and New Mexico.
A two million dollar fire in Cin-Cinnate today killed two people and left six others injured. Investigators are assessing the cause as emergency crews contain the blaze and secure the scene.
A Cincinnati blaze in the early hours destroyed eight large buildings and burned out ten firms in the modern factory district. Damages are estimated at 2 million dollars. One fireman died and six others were injured. Two hundred fifty miners were reportedly trapped with unknown fatalities. High winds fanned the flames as crews battled the fire since 2 AM.
An explosion at the Little Hulton colliery in Bolton, England entombed about 250 miners. One boy escaped. By 2 pm eight miners rescued and ten bodies recovered. Rescue efforts faced discouraging conditions and the final death toll remained uncertain.
The New Orleans market report notes cotton steady with prices up 3 to 4 points. Traders watch futures and spot demand as holiday activity affects volume and liquidity on Friday December 21.
Chicago December 21 Wheat weak with 1 8 to 3 8 decline. Provisions rise 5 to 27 1 2. Market noted mixed session as grains eased while fats and meats firmed in early trading.
A special to the Arkansas Gazette from Huttig Arkansas reports the Natchez division offices and key staff will move from Ferriday Louisiana to Huttig by January 1. The move places offices midway in Superintendent Andrews territory from Ferriday to Womble with branch lines to Farmerville and Monroe. The Progressive League of Monroe seeks service from there to Little Rock. Prepare for new time cards effective January 1 after planning in St. Louis.
Pine Bluff December 21. Bridges Wooldridge Gantt will not represent the St. Louis Iron Mountain and Southern Railway after January 1, due to a surge in their regular business. Assistant attorneys for the Iron Mountain will handle future work, with Hamp Smead of Camden and former Assistant Attorney General Dan Taylor in charge.
Machinery of government is described as being in the hands of Southern interests at the New Orleans exposition. Officials emphasize state and regional influence shaping policy and oversight amid regional pride and debates over control.
Washington reports indicate San Francisco has little to do before a hearing on exposition matters, with New Orleans managing preparations. The Rodenberg committee is expected to favor the Estopinal bill, paving the way for a joint push by New Orleans and San Francisco for a special rule to expedite discussion of exposition issues.
Berlin reports on Harvard professor Hugo Muensterburg's lecture detailing four elements shaping the American spirit. Puritanism, democracy, belief in labor, and women's rule are cited as driving forces behind strong manhood, robust public opinion, industrious workers, and capable women, with German cultural influence viewed as beneficial.
Four display showcases offered at half price for immediate sale. Suitable for shop windows and retail displays. Contact for details and to arrange pickup or delivery.
The piece describes competing California and New Orleans factions aiming to sway House members on a pivotal bill. Supporters expect a final roll call majority for New Orleans, while Californians claim similar backing, with uncertainty until representatives declare. Campaign tactics include orange and wine distribution to lawmakers and reporters.
Louisiana School Board Association sets April 6 and 7 for the State Teachers' Association in Lake Charles after executive action. Speakers include Henry Turney Baier, S A Knapp, W T Lowery, Marguerette Leonard, Oscar Dowling and T H Harris. Lake Charles hosts entertainments and excursions for educators.
Chicago December 21 Charles H B Markham president of Gulf Refining Company and Gulf Pine Line Company elected president of Thnais Central Railroad to succeed J T Harahan who retires next month. Markham began railway work in 1881 as a section laborer on the Santa Fe later serving as station agent for Southern Pacific at Deming New York. He rose to district freight and passenger agent at Fresno and then general freight agent for Oregon lines of the Southern Pacific. In 1904 he became vice president of the Houston and Texas Central and was later general manager and vice president of the Southern Pacific before resigning about eight years ago to enter the oil business.
Woodrow Wilson is inaugurated as governor of New Jersey on January 17. The event marks his ascent to the state’s top office, with ceremonies held in Trenton and attendance by key political figures.
A committee majority absolves Lorimer's election from taint, marking a decisive end to the controversy. The decision upholds the result and closes lingering doubts over the disputed return.
Washington reports say Senator Burrows presented the committee on privileges and elections findings on Lorimer election bribery charges. The panel states Lorimer’s claim to a Senate seat not proven invalid by alleged corrupt methods. A minority report is expected. In Chihuahua, Mexico, revolutionists continue to press amid attacks on a government troop train at Mal Paso, with heavy losses and scattered reports of mounted forces.
Eiditor Arthur Murray editor of the Pine Bluff Press Eagle was alive with slim recovery chances after being shot Monday night. Ed Lelaurin and Gus Lelaurin are charged with the shooting. Gus was released on $500 bond after surrendering. Doctors said the bullet did not enter the brain but fractured skull bones.
New York December 21 John D Rockefeller finishes the funding task for the University of Chicago with a final 10 000 000 gift to be paid in ten annual installments beginning January 1 bringing total gifts to about 35 000 000. He says additional gifts should come from others and trustees may found new departments as funds allow. John D Rockefeller Jr and Fred Gates resign from the Board of Trustees. Rockefeller withdraws from direct control while turning over the institution to Chicago and the West. The benefaction was announced at a quarterly convocation. a Rockefeller letter dated December 13 was read by Professor Martin A Rier son.
Four dry kilns and about twenty thousand feet of lumber belonging to Riverside Lumber Company near West Monroe were destroyed by a morning fire at about 11 o clock. Loss estimated at $1500 with no insurance. Fire started in a kiln using fire for heating. Only two kilns were full and some lumber on the ways was ready for shipment.
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