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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1909
Page
8
Local ads note holiday offerings from Kern's horseshoe shop and J E B Larkin jewelry. Monroe Commercial College advertises winter term starts Jan 3 with special holiday rates. Also mentions seed oats, Christmas trees, Holly boughs, festival gifts, and a tax rush at the sheriff's office.
The cotton market surged to 16 cents a pound on the New York Exchange for the May option at 16.01, the first time in five years. The advance follows a broad rally led by Col. W. P. Brown and Frank B. Hayne of New Orleans, with E. G. Seales and James A. Patten from Chicago noted as influential figures.
Too late to classify requires rental of house on the McClendon place near West Monroe. Apply to R. H. McClendon. WANTED two or three unfurnished rooms at once, apply or phone Monroe Commercial College. HOUSEKEEPER wanted, lady for housekeeping with no children, good home to right party. Address A. Z. this office. 12-24-11.
South Bend, Ind December 24 Dr John Balcelm Shaw pastor of the Second Presbyterian church Chicago claimed Protestant and Catholic churches may unite into a great Catholic Church of America The speaker argued sectarianism is disappearing and prayed from his pulpit for the Roman Catholic church noting no church has unique faults beyond worldly and fleshly temptations.
Rear Admiral Cowles, chief of the bureau of equipment, submitted a plan to Congress for extending wireless telegraphy in the navy. The proposal includes new vessels with latest wireless gear, shore stations at Dutch Harbor and other key areas, and high power hubs on the west coast, Panama Zone, Hawaii, and the Philippines, each costing 100000 dollars.
Advertisement notes expert teachers in the South offering special rates for bookkeeping and shorthand courses with unclear closing details.
Mayor S A Dickson said government engineer Captain C S Smith approved plans for a free wagon bridge over Red River joining Shreveport and Bossier City. Estimated cost 200000 to 300000 dollars. Bids to be advertised after a special council session. work must start by March 1. city funds 70000 dollars. cost shared with Bossier City.
In city court this morning Judge Schulze faced the largest docket this year with offenses from drunks to minor violations. Fines ranged from one dollar plus costs to four months on the streets.
Advertising copy promotes a laxative claiming relief for indigestion dyspepsia headache liver biliousness and constipation. It notes availability in Monroe through Dr D H Key and describes the prep as pleasant to take for stomach troubles.
The text notes an examination of Sheriff LC Gahagan's ledgers by Mr. Collins to determine if Deputy Tax Collector Mayfield, missing weeks ago, was short in accounts with the State. Collins has progressed enough to show the former deputy is apparently short with the State, parish and school board.
Jackson Miss Dec 24 The death of Senator A J McLaurin opens a crowded race for the unexpired three year term With Governor Noel likely to abstain from a temporary appointment ex GoverNor J K Vardaman emerges as a leading contender backed by a strong House following while Senate support remains unsettled and the contest is shaping up as a Vardaman against the field.
The discussion suggests that presenting a considerable number of candidates may lead to a lengthy conflict and likely a deadlock, signaling tension in the upcoming decision.
In Mankato Minnesota sensational testimony unfolds in the Grace Ledbeter murder trial as Frank Smith and Frank Franciscus recount a jailhouse conversation. Smith admitted involvement in the killing of Ledbeter, while Ledbeter allegedly promised money to frame Bill Garner. The exchange includes talk of burning him and plans to misdirect investigators.
New Orleans on December 23 Jos H Lehman was arrested on a wife desertion complaint from his wife. He is from a well known family and the wife was once a vaudeville actress. Her suit for alienation of affections followed a marriage causing litigation with A Lehman who died by his own hand in the river earlier. Lehman posted bond on the desertion charge.
Divine services for Christmas Day at 11 o clock will feature the sermon on The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us and the anthem Unto us a Child is born. Sunday St Stephen’s day services are at 7 30 am 11 am and 7 45 pm. The In nocents festival Tuesday rector will hold Met Rouge services on morning train arrival. Tomorrow offerings go to the Children's Home New Orleans aiding Monroe destitute children.
The church lists Sunday activities including Sunday school at 9 30 a m, adult class at 9 45 a m, and two worship services at 11 a m and 7 30 p m. The pastor and Mrs Booth host a home celebration Monday December 27 from 4 to 7 p m marking the pastor’s fifth anniversary.
New owners take over the school and hire experienced educators. The campusion gains aim for stronger programs and improved student outcomes.
Charles A. McCain and Ava Landrum were married yesterday afternoon at the bride’s mother’s home in Ward 7 near Capt. Myatt’s. Rev. Geo. D. Booth officiated in front of friends. They will honeymoon after the holidays and reside in West Texas.
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