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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1924
Page
6
Police battled in a 10 block area during a gun fight near a liquor shop. Fifty shots were fired as officers chased suspects, with two prisoners captured and extra patrols deployed to maintain order after New Year celebrations.
Half a million dollars is asked in a Chicago case involving Cyrus McCormick and company against Edwin W. McCormick. The suit cites charges and demands related to money, with a Sun-Times filing noting the action and key figures, including Mr McCormick and attorney Vic Cormis. The narrative mentions a wife and other names in a complex civil action filed in Chicago.
Robbers entered a Standard Oil filling station in Lake Charles opened the safe and took a number of items. The outer door was opened by a combined effort and the inner door forced with a long bar. An earlier attempt at the same location failed about six weeks ago with similar entry methods.
In Shreveport Louisiana Doc J doe Rentz a 49 year old wagon dealer was found dead yesterday in an office building with a pistol wound to the temple. Coroner Butler ruled the death as a personal safety related act with suicidal intent though cause of death had not been fully established. Rentz was neatly dressed and carried a small roll of greenbacks.
Shreveport Louisiana December The Louisiana State Fair Association yesterday re elected officers for the ensuing year George Freeman president Robert T Carr and John Abel vice presidents Andrew Querbes treasurer and W R Hirsch secretary manager Plans to cooperate in beautifying fair grounds and establishing more park facilities were discussed.
A youngster described in a fragmented notice finds a good home after unclear headlines. The readable parts indicate a positive outcome and mention a new start for the youth, with references to a Monday morning and a South region.
Fragments from a damaged page report a body found near an unidentified man after an apparent assault. The text references a possible rape band and war-related language, but specifics remain obscured.
In cross examination yesterday at Alpona Mich the congressman denied allegations that his wife engaged in gambling or drinking while in Washington. The witness faced questions about alleged misconduct and a possible civil action related to his wife.
Des Moines institution failed to open under orders of the state banking department. The Commercial Savings Bank had 1,500,000 dollars of public funds on deposit.
The report notes France does not seek repudiation while highlighting public attention to a controversy involving Dodi Pavient and the poet LaMont. Officials emphasize no intent to repudiate obligations amid the ongoing discussions and media coverage.
July divorce records reveal Al Ryan senior of Morton Ryan and Mrs Sai Yack Ryan with a guardian ad litem and an unknown witness named. Custody favors Mrs Ryan with the children split between Montela Nd and father during vacation periods. Allegations include letters linking Mrs Ryan to a “poison pen” scheme involving George Maxwell. Indictments on related slander charges were dismissed.
The report from Atlanta indicates the Federal Reserve district shows stable gains in cotton and textiles through November. Output projections place 1924 cotton at about 13.15 million bales nationally with Georgia near 1.99 million and Mississippi and Louisiana also rising, while farm values top one billion dollars.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference market figures and investments in grain prices. It mentions New York with Tobio and F B, and hints at percentages tied to mid poor chi, with unclear references to counties like Pennsylvania.
A fragmented report notes a Senate subcommittee examining postal rate proposals and related administration issues. A White House reception for delegates to a science association meeting is also mentioned.
Arkansas officials and bankers joined a local political gathering to inaugurate the Remmel Dam project on the Arkansas River. The three dams, totaling about eighteen million dollars, will feed a 125,000 kilowatt power system linked to Sterling’s 4 100,000 power station near Monroe. The ceremony included a banquet at the Arlington Hotel in Hot Springs with dignitaries as guests of honor.
London dec dispatches report Russian war minister Leon Trotzky is still in Moscow despite international chatter that he would depart. Reports arrive via Helsingfors and Copenhagen.
Federal authorities investigate a Christmas candy box sent to George Ensminger Jr. of loan misidentified as poisoned. Mrs Hilma Eneminger of Columbia Mississippi denies involvement as readers recall the box and a related court case.
A garbled OCR message discusses representation on a first train and mentions embalia and cities, with uncertain names and dates. It reads like an unfinished note about transportation or municipal planning and contrasts cities with others. The exact facts are unclear due to transcription errors.
In Tunica Mississippi a destructive morning fire damaged several buildings in the business district. Officials say the exact cause is under investigation and initial losses are estimated high with local residents surveying the scene.
After a week of hearings the Senate Post Office subcommittee took under advisement the administration for increases in postal rates to fund proposed salary rises. Defenders of the post office plan faced continued objections from publishers over the proposed rise in second class rates.
Ouachita parish poll tax receipts remain weak with 5200 paid by noon and 6000 expected this year. Sheriff Coverdale says the South Grand street office near the old Central Savings Bank will stay open until midnight for last minute payments. If unpaid, voting rights are lost for two years. The tax is one dollar.
Washington reports on the American Association for Advancement of Science meeting as Mayo researchers present findings on hiccough bacteria. The article notes discussion of digestive pressures and linked symptoms, with references to the presidency and university scientists.
The Mexican Senate closes work without passing the oil law as the chamber, convoked by the president, adjourns to September 19 awaiting reconvening. Efforts by several senators to act on the oil bill failed due to quorum issues and divisions among members.
A bill before Congress aims to aid Monroe with needed funds for a long promised city structure expansion. Officials say the current building lacks space and must be enlarged to meet growing demand, awaiting action on the federal measure.
A brief report notes that the Japan exchange agreement appears to have a calming effect on bilateral interactions. Officials observe reduced tensions and smoother cooperation in trade and diplomacy.
An early report describes a messenger killed during a train hold-up by a youthful robber. The assailant attempted to disarm the messenger to access a safe. the robber failed to locate the second key which was found in a coat pocket. Nearby witnesses and investigators pursue the case as details remain unclear.
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