03 Feb 1913
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1913
Page
1
Prof Cottrell presents his premier article on corn culture in Louisiana. The work highlights soil preparation deep plowing and seed selection as keys to high yields and robust crops.
An article by Prof. H M Cottrell highlights work of six thousand Louisiana Boys Corn Club members led by Prof W L Roy. Highlights include Stephen G Henry Jr of Melrose raising 158.8 bushels per acre and methods stressing deep plowing, rotation with cow peas peanuts and clover, and frequent shallow cultivation to conserve moisture and feed plants.
The article argues soil health drives corn yields, noting rotation crops deep plowing and drainage as cures. It stresses porous, well aerated soil with sponge like moisture retention and decayed vegetation increasing water holding capacity while preserving porosity.
Washington February 3 Democratic members of the House Ways and Means Committee began drafting a tariff revision bill and plan daily executive sessions until completion. The target is around March 15 with Chairman Underwood to present a caucus plan the first week of the extra session. If approved the caucus will decide if revision proceeds schedule by schedule or as a single measure. Republican members will be invited for a formal vote.
The Supreme Court today dismissed the appeal of Jack Johnson the boxer indicted in Chicago on charges of violating the Federal white slave act. The decision followed an appeal from the Federal Court of northern Illinois.
James J. Gallagher, who shot Mayor Gaynor of New York in Hoboken two years earlier, died in Trenton today. He was serving a sentence for assault on Street Commissioner Edwards, who accompanied the mayor, and was not prosecuted for the mayoral shooting at the mayor's request.
President Taft approves a congressional resolution allocating 25 000 dollars for expenses tied to Governor Wilsons inauguration. Washington Feb 3. Supreme Court rules United Shoe Machinery officials did not violate Sherman anti trust law in organizing the company. Attorney General Wickersham to act on Texas indictments. Uncle Sam Oil Co. accuses Fisher of subserviency to the Oil Trust. Princess Theatre work advances as Steve Bourke aims to return home soon.
New Orleans reports sensational charges of fraud involving a named figure in Tennessee and Georgia with details appearing in the Daily States. A Sunday morning edition from February 3 outlines the alleged scheme and implicated parties.
The document outlines alleged fraudulent payments totaling 20 000 in cash and 18 750 in stock from the Tensas Delta Land Company to Levee Board members and prominent citizens to secure a land transfer worth far above the price. It lists specific amounts to John P. Parker J A Hemler R B Yancey R B Blanks J W Simms and two attorneys, with dates around November 1898 near Monroe Louisiana. The attorney general argues the case centers on misconduct in the Tensas Levee Board versus the Tensas Delta Land Company and notes ongoing court proceedings and appeals uncertainties.
Advertising message urges careful shopping and warns against shoddy goods. It praises The News-Star advertisers for honest deals and lasting value, encouraging readers to rely on advertised offers backed by reputable businesses.
William Hibbitt a negro is arraigned for murder of Bertha Moore whose mutilated body was found in a vacant lot on the city outskirts last June. Harry Brown, named as an accomplice, has already been convicted and awaits electrocu tion.
A severe cold wave, already driving below zero in Minnesota and North Dakota, is forecast to move east. The Weather Bureau says it will be felt as far south as Mississippi with a noticeable drop in the Ohio and Mississippi valleys and Gulf States tonight.
Helena Stallo, heir to Cincinnati wealth from Alexander McDonald, married Prince Michel Murat at Saint Honore d’Eylan. Father Edmund Stallo gave away the bride. Myron Merrick and Henry Watterson attended. The couple plan a honeymoon in Algiers then a U.S. visit before settling in Paris on Rue de Lubeck.
The criminal anti trust case against the Bathtub Trust returns for a retrial in Detroit before Judge Clarence W Sessions. The government cites the civil case ruling that the group controlled about 85 percent of enamel ironware bathtub output with firms in New York Chicago Pittsburgh Baltimore Chattanooga Wheeling and smaller cities in PA OH and IN.
Washington reports the ratification of the income tax amendment as the sixteenth constitutional change and the first since reconstruction completing a three fourths majority from thirty six states. Dr Surghnor repairs his office above Allen's Pharmacy during the accompanying notices.
British and German ministers are working hard to prevent fighting, signaling continued efforts toward a peaceful resolution amid rising tensions and ongoing hostilities.
At Constantinople on February 3 British and German ministers reported to have made representations to Bulgaria. The armistice is due to end at 7 this evening, yet Ottoman officials hope hostilities can be avoided. Turkish troops and war stores have moved incessantly over the past week.
London dispatch reports the Porte ordering Turkish plenipotentiaries to remain in London and to wait for renewed hostilities before firing a shot. The Bulgarians and Montenegrins remain in London as delegates, with Ottoman leaders claiming efforts to avert carnage and defer to powers. Dr Daneff emphasizes Balkan sincerity and the Monroe Doctrine analogy in Europe.
New Orleans crowds surge for Mardi Gras as Rex the carnival king arrives aboard a royal yacht. Gunboat Nashville fires a salute while ships and factories vent steam and bunting coats the harbor. The city receives hundreds of visitors on crowded trains and a Proteus pageant and ball is set for tonight.
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