06 Feb 1912
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1912
Page
1
A defense outlines the differences between gambling and speculative betting, arguing the exchange protects against misuse and clarifies the distinctions for participants. The discussion highlights regulatory context and the risks involved for investors and operators.
The New York Cotton Exchange dinner at the Waldorf discussed gambling versus speculation. Congressman Albert S. Burson of Texas, who opposed dealing on margins, was unable to attend to deliver his views. Lieutenant Governor Thomas F. Conway also sent a regret letter.
Monroe La Feb 5 1912 J C Theus declines candidacy for Associate Justice of Louisiana Supreme Court despite Arcadia Bar endorsement He explains reasons and says he will support Judge Land as successor while noting recent travels to Natchitoches and Shreveport and sending regards to Arcadia group
Federal grand jury in Indianapolis returned more than thirty indictments against labor union officials and others in the interstate dynamite conspiracy case. The charges cover violations of explosives shipment laws, conspiracy, and concealing guilt. Names to be kept secret until arrests. Secretary Wilson urges expanded dairy production in the South with field staff helping farmers adopt records, testing, feeding, and improved barns to boost milk output.
Fragmentary weather note states fair conditions for pat and Wednesday with slight temperature changes and frost expected Wednesday morning.
The trial of Rev. Dr. W. D. McFarland, accused of causing the death of his former secretary Elsie D. Coe by criminal operation, was postponed at the defense request until next month. Pressman William Sulzer and Riordan spoke as the postponement was announced.
In Ottawa on February 6 the Canadian Lumbermen's Association concluded its annual meeting. Most members will stay on for the Canadian Forestry Association convention set to begin sessions tomorrow in the capital.
Article notes possible arrests in nine teen cities this afternoon as authorities file numerous indictments across multiple jurisdictions. Identified agencies and local warnings reference coordinated actions and anticipated charges to be announced.
The Department of Agriculture reports on improving output in the southern Uainy industry. Officials outline methods to boost production and efficiency across regional farms and processing sites.
A Hamburg blaze Saturday afternoon gutted the furniture and implement warehouse of W. L. Blanks and the frame office building of Dr. Blanks housing the Brown Insurance Agency. Estimated loss is 20000 with half covered by insurance. Firemen arrived to find the structures already enveloped in flames. Sparks from the warehouse set the office ablaze and both buildings were destroyed. District court reconvened today before Judge J. P. Madison.
Judge Gray of the United States Circuit Court issues an injunction restraining def endants in the government anti trust suit against United States Steel from destroying books and papers. The order follows a Justice Department petition alleging thousands of documents from the Wire Pool prosecution were destroyed.
New Orleans February 5 addresses in five languages will greet toasts by five Masonic lodge representatives at the banquet marking the centennial of the Louisiana Grand Lodge.
Field agents assist in organizing dairy and livestock associations across Southern States. A new bull association model spreads, with Maryland forming one. Butter contests run yearly, with monthly samples and expert feedback improving farm products. Educational dairy exhibits, including working demonstrations, appear at fairs.
Leading trade journal lauds Congressman Joseph F. Ransdell of Louisiana for creating the National Rivers and Harbors Congress and shaping national policy. Editorial extols his vision, agricultural legislation effort, and continued usefulness in the Senate race against Foster.
Dispatches report Ungle Dam men prepared for an impending uprising in Mexico. The brief notes heightened tension and potential action without detailing exact plans.
Washington reports unofficial despatches warn of a new uprising in Mexico led by Orozco as Juarez withdraws to Chihuahua. The Chihuahua state assembly plans independence, alarming US officials and prompting readiness to move troops to the border for emergency action.
In Spokane eight companies of the Twenty-fifth Infantry at Fort George are ordered to be ready for instant service on the Mexican border. In Seattle four companies of the Twenty-fifth Infantry at Fort Lawson are likewise ordered to be held in readiness to move to the frontier.
London reports a three and a half year fortress sentence for Bertrand Stewart on espionage by the German Imperial Court in Leipsig. British outrage centers on secret trial, Belgian witness, and claims of entrapment for pay, raising fears of worsening Anglo German hostility. Col Moses Mayer visits Monroe.
Monroe Louisiana February 5 1912 John P Parker Jr says he will not run for Congress to succeed J E Ransdell having just been elected sheriff for a second term he would not resign to seek national office and thanks supporters for their confidence in him.
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