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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1913
Page
4
Publication detail for the News-Star in Monroe Louisiana lists ownership officers and post office registration information and subscription terms. It notes the paper is published daily and weekly except Sunday and provides contact details for business and editorial offices.
A farmer cites a moral from antiquity urging thrift by reclaiming useful fragments. He highlights a straw stack to burn or compost, a rusting farm implement to store, and fertilizer to haul, arguing frugality can improve the farm’s ledger and yield benefits.
A compilation of quotes from the Jena Times the Shreveport Journal the Lake Charles American Press and the Jena Times criticizing city and country political bosses in Louisiana. The exchanges praise the square deal while noting endemic boss influence across parishes and cities.
A long editorial from the Christian Science Monitor discusses wage loan accommodations in Chicago and the broader fight against pawn shops and usury. It traces historical steps like state wage loan banks and highlights the Illinois State Wage Loan Society as a philanthropic but businesslike solution. It also covers education, labor law politics, and enforcement debates involving federal authorities and the U S Mine Workers case.
The article explains a wage earner loan society that offers loans secured by wages and charges 3 percent monthly interest. If borrowers default, funds may be collected from their employers, but the approach is intended to be helpful and not punitive. It stresses pride preservation and future credit potential for workers.
The Monroe community reports quick relief from constipation sour stomach and gas after a single dose of Adler-ika a bow el cleanser made with buckthorn bark glycerine and other ingredients promoted by W H Faulk local druggist The remedy claims to drain roul matter and act immediately.
Washington forecast notes no White House New Year reception for the first time. Secretary Bryan hosts a New Year breakfast for diplomats while many officials keep open house. New laws take effect in Nevada Arkansas Wisconsin Connecticut California Ohio, with education and science groups holding annual meetings nationwide.
A historical notice urges Monroe residents to register and pay poll taxes under a commission government plan. It touts efficiency and economic growth through new industries and improved governance to boost business and social development.
A paid advertisement by Emile Kaliski urges a political shift toward people rule over politicians. It emphasizes public reform, integrity, and a larger, cleaner Monroe government.
The Quaker Girl, staged by the original company led by Victor Morley, arrives at Sugar's Theatre Tuesday night December 30 with a cast of eighty six. Lionel Monckton's score and Adrian Ross lyrics headline a six act musical romance set in a globe trotter tale. A second show, Officer 666, a farce, follows Wednesday December 31 detailing a rich man regaining home and fortune amid mistaken identity.
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic is promoted as a general strengthening tonic and malaria fighter. The ad claims it builds up the system and acts as a true tonic and appetizing aid for adults and children, priced at 50 cents.
Joseph Tinker former Cincinnati manager signs a three year deal to manage Chicago with a Federal League raise. Mordecai Brown pitcher signs to manage St. Louis. The league plans rosters with at least five ex National or American players and reveals Toronto Baltimore and Pittsburgh clubs. Brooklyns offer of 25000 tops the market as a record fee.
A physician from Winnsboro Louisiana, Dr J L Pittman’s Indigestion Tablets are praised after two years of use in practice. The endorsement notes satisfaction and lists Monroe and Phoenix Drug Stores Pittman Drug Co Winnsboro as sellers.
W H Martin of the Fourth Ward, in town Saturday, claims the season’s leading tally with 82 possums. He sold most to Wyatt Lumber Company at Wyatt for 20 to 50 cents each, with hides bringing a similar sum.
The Caldwell Watchman urges readers to beat Mr. Martins possum record citing Rev. C. H. Wiley of Columbia who, since the first frost, trapped 2000 possums and earned about 200 dollars, selling hides to Monroe dealers at 50 cents each, prompting calls for a rival record holder in Winn and nearby areas.
A fragmented timetable shows eastbound and westbound train arrivals with times around 2:20 p.m. and 4:2, listing stations and various coded markers. Names appear garbled, but references to routes and stops suggest a transit schedule fragment.
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