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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1919
Page
5
Federal officers investigate kin arrest in Monage and an elderly man dies after an incident near Spooner. Court documents and witnesses describe preliminary details as officers probe the event and its circumstances.
General Wood has announced his candidacy for the presidency at Pierre. The action comes with strong support from party leaders and signals a competitive race with potential state-wide impact.
A terse local item notes new wells of importance in local Pelds with brief details about their status and implications for nearby communities. The report emphasizes regional impact and potential development tied to the new wells.
Coroner Knight leads a sweeping investigation into four deaths linked to wood alcohol poisoning. Three women and a man were found in roaming homes as authorities vow tighter control on liquor distribution and public safety measures.
The Sugar Theatre in Monroe known as the Monroe Opera House was ordered shut after Deputy Fire Marshal James A. Smith found the building extremely dangerous. Mayor Arnold Bernstein acted immediately, citing risk to hundreds of residents, especially women and children, and stated the venue may reopen only after safety improvements pass state fire marshal review.
Unclear OCR text outlines real estate activity and closing year references. Names and places are partially legible, including references to individuals such as McGowan and Petery, with scattered terms like Monroe and Cynregs, suggesting a local real estate notice or advertisement.
The Standard Oil Company announces a leadership change with Weller resigning from the presidency and Weller being succeeded by Th WL Welter as president and general manager of the firm’s Geneva division in the Poste.
Anna Reinstein wife of Benny Reinstein a Lenine Trotsky cabinet member in charge of foreign propaganda was arrested under direction of the Lusk investigation committee after district attorney questioning. Officer Eads questioned Daley a local man who denied involvement and claimed liquor came from Wilmot Arkansas.
The readable text is garbled with misspellings and names. It mentions Boku and Vadiiow entities and an unclear request about authorship and a February date, but no coherent event or facts are present.
Fragmentary report describes an attack by tribesmen on a toll booth near the border, with limited identifiable names and unclear exact locations. The piece notes a state response and ongoing investigation as authorities seek to restore order.
In Chicago Dee, IL, a theft story reports robbers escaping with cash and valuables after breaching a safebox. Police probe focuses on a company involved in the incident and multiple value discrepancies noted.
In Ruston a total of 51 ex-service men are eligible to vote for Colonel Frank P. Stubbs. Reported support shows 41 favor Stubbs, 7 back Parker, and 3 cannot vote.
Readers report Parker supporters push for large bets as sentiment shifts on John M. Parker’s gubernatorial bid amid a noisy, unsettled race. A local observer notes increased wagering and party tension influencing public stance.
Supreme Council sets January 6 for peace as reports describe German forces in a contested zone. The article notes tensions across Europe with calls for early negotiations and potential allied actions.
The provided source text is garbled and unreadable, lacking discernible names, places, dates, or events to summarize into a coherent newspaper item. No extractable entities or facts meeting the card format are present.
The Giuintet, featuring Clay Smith on trombone saxophone and bass horn, EB Holmes on lay erhone flute and cornet, Mays Covla Mig Spring as reader and soprano, Miss Lotus FP Spring cellist and pianist, and Alma Poysythe on violin, presents ensembles saxophone duets readings cello solos and more. The program blends opera light selections humorous numbers and pieces appealing to all, with orchestral accompaniment and varied soloists.
A garbled OCR fragment references New York and a public event with mentions of February details and fashion. Strong entities are unclear due to distortions. no complete names or places can be reliably identified from the text.
Police report seven deaths linked to bootleg liquor in Passaic as investigation identifies a central figure charged with responsibility. Witnesses describe a chaotic scene with a wooden barrel and seized whisky sources amid the disturbance.
An Associated Press report from Weton details plans for an orderly New Year period with officials anticipating calm celebrations. The piece notes preparations and probable safety measures as communities enter holiday events.
In a statement routed through Viscount Milner the British colonial secretary, a commission aims to reconcile Egyptian aspirations with British interests. The Nonthanaltus Party supports complete independence for Agapt and invites Kuybian input on the process.
Washington December a presidential commission adjourned after outlining steps for an inquiry into the bituminous coal industry. Nembrandt Peale for operators and Johan White for the miners departed for the holidays.
The Matin reports a decision for internationalization of Constantinople and the Dardanelles. The Turkish government seat is expected to move to Asia Minor, likely Brusa or Konish, reflecting lines from a recent Lloyd George speech.
Fragmentary report notes flooding in the Aisne and Seine regions with rising water and affected communities. Details on causes, casualties, and responses are unclear in the damaged text.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Atagatian Te and city treedom with no clear event or details. The readable portions are insufficient to identify persons, organizations, dates, or outcomes for a proper summary.
California boasts top players in tennis with Wilthos AL once ranked number one and Yacquet Wielders in contention. Mrs. George W. Wightonat tops the women’s list from Johnston in San Francisco, while Mrs. Waorptoian, a California product now residing in Boston, is also noted.
Jim Thorpe, the India athlete released by the Braves to Akron in the International League. Wille Thorpe posted a six point gain over Waddie Roush who hit 321. The National League batting champ appeared in 188 games. Yel Gainer of the Red Sox heads to Milwaukee next season and exits after ten years in the majors. He joined Detroit in WC and stayed with the Tigers four years.
A seventeen game Southern tour has been arranged for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Philadelphia Athletics as part of their 1920s schedule. Secretary who composed backing seventeen games between the clubs earns recognition.
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