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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1918

Page

3

Centenaries of Famous Women Highlight 1819 Births

New York recalls the 1819 births of notable women Victoria, Howe, Warner, Cutter, Greatorex and Schumann. The piece previews centennials upcoming in the English speaking world and honors their contributions in literature reform art and music.

New York Queen Victoria Britain George Lit George Elliot Tn Scott Dickens Thackeray Julia Wardowe Tle S, Howe Susan Warner New York City Elizabeth Wetherell Eunice Powers Cutter Warren Mass New England Kansas Emigrant Aid Society Free State Party John Brown Osawatomie Eliza Pratt Greatorex Ireland United States Greaterox National Academy of Design Clara J. Schumann Mme, Schumann

Six million women gain vote in upcoming British election

A historic shift grants six million women the right to vote for the first time as the British general election approaches. The change marks a landmark expansion of the franchise and increases female participation in the political process.

Black-Draught Promised for Digestive Relief in Kentucky Woman

Meadowsville Ky Mrs Cynthia Bisginbotham reports that at phase 65 her liver acts poorly and digestion is weak. After trying Black Draught she notes better appetite, strength and regularity. The ad touts seventy years of use, urging daily doses and price of 25 cents per package.

Ays Thedford

Statewide Prohibition to Take Effect in Montana

Helena Mont Dec 24 State wide prohibition goes into effect at midnight December 31 this year. The saloon once a social hub in pioneer times will disappear. many establishments will convert to soft drinks meals bowling alleys or shooting galleries. Some breweries may switch to artificial ice or drying vegetables.

Helena Mont Montana Butte

Foley Kidney Pills Ad Promises Night Pain Relief

J. W. Peck of Coraopolis Pennsylvania reports severe pain that kept him from lying down at night. After trying three doctors he began Foley Kidney Pills three weeks ago and says the improvement is wonderful for kidneys bladder trouble backache and rheumatism. Chase Collens Co. advertise the product.

J. W. Peck Coraopolis Chase & Collens Co Tad

War Casualties and Missing Report From American Expeditionary Forces

The commanding general lists total casualties with Died of Wounds and Died in airplane accidents. Also reported are Wounded Severely, Wounded degree undetermined, and Missing in Action. Names and places span multiple Louisiana towns including Rice, New Orleans, Broussard, Lake Providence, Abbeville, and others.

Washington Foshsote AE Bocios Mirgahg Joseph A. Arceneaux Rice George P. Cole New Orleans Stanley Barras Broussard William Watson Lake Providence Salvatore Costana Independence Robert W. Nolte Wortham J. Payne Cheneyville Gustave Simmons Clar! H. Strayhan Bossier Parish Joseph J. Wittera Kalin Leochas Morvant Abbeville Carl Seeman Gallion Jehiel Tauber New Iberia Charley Achee Bellerose Harold Alexander Herbert Turner Simmsboro Jessie J. H. Glenn McNary Jerome Durie Oberlin

Bearsville merchant praises Foley's Honey and Tar for croup

M. T. Davis of Bearsville West Virginia reports a patron’s small child with croup at midnight was treated with Foley's Honey and Tar Compound from his store and recovered by morning. Parents commend the remedy and its relief.

Croup Fiu M. T. Davis Bearsville W. Va Foley Chase & Collens Co., Ltd

Permanent Community Tree Question Revisited

Washington on December 24 raises the question of establishing a permanent Community Christmas Tree. The discussion reflects interest from citizens and officials in sustaining a yearly symbol of the season through a lasting program backed by the American Forestry.

Washington American Forestry

Memorial trees for sailors and soldiers urged nationwide

C P Wilber acting state forester of New Jersey argues that memorial trees foster local get together spirit and annual holiday gatherings. He notes temporary trees waste resources and urges permanent plantings in suitable locations as a nationwide memorial trend backed by the American Forestry Association.

C. P. Wilber State Forester New Jersey American Forestry Association Association

Flu and Grip Remedy Promoted for Coughs at Home

Mrs M E Smith of Benton Louisiana testifies Foley's Honey and Tar cured her dreadful cough from a severe cold. The ad claims the grand remedy fights influenza grip coughs and colds with no opiates and urges households to keep it on hand during peak season.

Notice to Stockholders of Monroe Packet Company

Notice to stockholders that the Monroe Packet Company will liquidate and settle affairs. Management requires names and shares held, currently not on file. Persons must notify within ten days, to KR. Downes, care Citizens National Bank.

Monroe Packet Company KR. Downes Care Citizens National Pank. Tt Citizens National Bank Monroe

Ontario farmer ettes demand nine hour day and higher wages

Demands for the next season include a nine hour day, hour rate up to 20 cents, a minimum of $1 for rainy days, and time and a half for overtime. The Ouachita National Bank stockholders meet January 14, 1915, to elect directors and address other business.

Ontario Ouachita National Bank P. C. Willis Ouachita Cotton Mills Company

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