02 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1914
Page
1
Ransdell and Humphreys express optimism that a trade bill or policy measure named TP will pass, signaling confidence in the legislative effort and anticipated support from colleagues.
Washington February 2 The Newlands bill is revised to be more favorable to levee work on the lower Mississippi with an annual 16 million for levees revetments spillways and related construction aimed at improving flood control. Senate and House members express cautious optimism as they seek passage with President Wilson's approval while balancing Louisiana costs and other river projects.
Liza Perkins, over fifty, killed her husband and was paroled from prison after local white citizens’ influence. She then attacked her sister Nellie Harris and nephew Bad Harris, slashing the sister’s throat and striking the nephew with an axe. She is jailed in parish custody amid prior church stampede threats.
Delegates and visitors from numerous U.S. and Canadian cities arrive in Washington for the annual convention of the International Association of Custom Cutters. Sessions begin tomorrow and run through Saturday. The Chamber of Commerce executive committee will meet Wednesday night at 7:39.
The message urges continued party dominance with emphasis on voter turnout and party loyalty. It calls for Democrats to work together to maintain control and ensure a strong political position.
Washington February . Extension of arbitration treaties, anti trust legislation and rural credit plans for farmers are seen as major aims this session. Lawmakers expect party unity to loom large as they weigh suffrage, prohibition, bank deposits and stock regulation while preparing for adjournment around June 1.
A conference with the President on immigration policy has been ordered by the Senate Immigration Committee. Representative Baker of California presses a bill to bar most Asians. Hearings on exclusion bills faced delays but may resume Thursday amid naval and budget debates in Congress. Woman suffrage advocates seek a new standing committee despite postponement in the Rules Committee. A Democratic caucus petition circulates but lacks strength.
In Norfolk Virginia on February 2, divers search the wreck Monroe lying fifteen fathoms deep for forty one victims. With no bodies recovered surface level and belief that many are trapped inside the vessel.
Washington February 2 Henry Pindell of Peoria publisher who was confirmed as ambassador to Russia has declined the nomination. He cited possible misunderstanding abroad and potential embarrassment to the government. Charles S Crane of Chicago may be appointed.
In Washington on February 2, about 400 working women gathered in frocks to appeal to President Wilson for the right to vote. They note this is the second official presentation of the issue, while Wilson again states he cannot advocate suffrage without organic party consideration.
Three services drew large crowds at the Baptist Church closing the first week of a long awaited revival. Sixty two members have applied for membership, including twenty four children awaiting parental consent. Dr King urged men to live right and denounced greed and double standards during his Sunday address as revival continues with nightly 7:50 programs and 3 PM sessions this week.
A sensation sweeps a Baton Rouge business district as crowd gathers amid unexpected event. Police assist as bystanders note unusual activity near storefronts and street commerce. No injuries reported. Officials urge calm while investigators review footage and interview witnesses.
In broad daylight in Baton Rouge a 16 year old girl, Louise Booth, was grabbed by a man who was frightened away by her screams and a ringing telephone. A large crowd searched the neighborhood but the intruder fled east across the city. Police describe the suspect as about 24, 5 feet 5 or 6 inches, wearing a cap brown coat gray pants.
London reports the first strike in the history of school teachers as of February 2. The action begins amid disputes over pay and working conditions, affecting classrooms and education services across the city.
In Ford county England began here today as 80 of 120 teachers quit and picketed near every school. The Teachers' Association voted to pay strikers full salary for one year and seek a minimum of 500 dollars per year, a raise of 50. Washington report notes Senate Judiciary Committee opposed changing inauguration date and Congress convening length.
New York February 2 Willie Hoppe the world balkline champion will defend his 18.2 balkline title against George Sutton Chicago Cup expert in a match at the Hotel Astor tomorrow night Both players have trained hard for the contest Hoppe has held professional 18.2 balkline titles and defended them against top American rivals The scene recalls the era of Napoleon Ives and a current question if Hoppe can repeat Ives era dominance in billiards.
Washington February 2 The Federal commission on industrial relations will meet this week to hear reports on labor troubles nationwide and to set plans for further procedures. Government experts will present findings on Colorado coal field strikes and Calumet region unrest. The commission will tour industrial centers and invite representatives of labor capital and the public to speak. It will report to Congress by year end and issue final findings by August 23 1915.
Tomorrow marks the first registration day for Chicago women to vote, a non-partisan push by local suffrage groups. Women clubs have assigned teachers and workers for each ward and precinct, with a house to house canvass to maximize turnout.
Electrical contractors from most Iowa cities gathered in Waterloo on February 2 to form a state association affiliated with the National Contractors' Association. The convention aims to unite professionals and promote standards across the industry.
A bundle missing from the Bank of Logansport robbery has been found in a meal bag southwest of Joaquin Texas. The bag contained 760 dollars, leaving only two dollars unaccounted for. Detective Huehler and local citizens located the bag after a long search, validating Cole’s involvement while challenging his confessed role.
Fred Johnson a Black delivery driver for C P Stack left with groceries and liquor on Saturday night. The wagon and horse were found Sunday near Cudahy Packing with a broken wheel and most groceries intact. Earlier a drunk man attempted to board two house boats and narrowly escaped harm.
The Industrial Welfare Commission in Portland Ore established a minimum wage of 40 dollars per month and a 51 hour work week for women office workers. About two thousand women are affected across stenographers, wookkeepers, office clerks and cashiers in stores, moving picture theaters and other businesses.
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