Farming on Cut-Over Lands Profit Potential
Article discusses making farming on cut-over lands profitable through track and fruit growing. Emphasizes viable agricultural practices and economic opportunities for settlers and local growers.
11 Feb 1910
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1910
Page
1
Article discusses making farming on cut-over lands profitable through track and fruit growing. Emphasizes viable agricultural practices and economic opportunities for settlers and local growers.
A DeRidder La article argues that cut over pine lands near DeRidder are highly versatile for fruit and truck farming. It highlights the Long Bell experimental farm, established by the Long Bell Lumber Co., to prove the soil and climate can yield profitable fruit trees without fertilizer.
New York Feb 10 Mayor Gaynor appears a strong prospect for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1912. Missouri Democrats invite him to a Springfield dinner April 16, Jefferson’s birthday, signaling belief he can lead the national party.
Large crowds attended First Presbyterian Church yesterday despite bad weather with strong sermons from Dr Tek at both the afternoon and night services. The topic at the 7:30 p.m. service was True Worship with the text God is a spirit and they that worship Him must worship Him in spirit and in truth. Sessions emphasized a masterly presentation and attentive audience. Services today at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. the church will be warm and comfortable. Everybody invited.
Dr BC Hyde, husband of Col Swope's niece, was arrested on a first degree murder charge in Kansas City for allegedly poisoning Col Thomas W W Swope with strychnine. The warrant, sought by executor John G Paxton, was executed as Hyde surrendered and was arraigned in Independence Mo where he pleaded not guilty and posted 50000 bond. Prosecutor Virgil Conkling endorsed the complaint.
A diversity of weather today sweeps the South with sun, clouds, and scattered showers. Temperature swings and winds shift across cities, offering a mix of mild and breezy conditions for residents.
The report outlines varied conditions from Florida to New England. Tampa sits at 64 while Mobile endures heavy rain and Northern Alabama and Louisiana see snow. Northern states face cold, sleet, and blizzards as frost and warmer trends mix tonight and tomorrow.
Jackson Mississippi reported the season's first snow fall early today. Snow touched central areas prompting brief weather advisories and school policy notices as residents adjusted to wintry conditions.
Washington February 11 the Bennett white slave bill regulating the traffic in immoral and alien women passed the Senate today in nearly the same form as it passed the House for public morals protection and law enforcement duties.
Congressman Ransdell hails a two million dollar allocation as the Hiver Fund garners strong congressional support. The plan aims to boost local programs and attract further investments, signaling a favorable start for ongoing projects.
Washington notes a plan to spend about $4 million yearly on lowering bends below Cairo, revetments to protect property and levees, and a 20 year program to finish the Mississippi improvement. It also covers Ouachita river slack water navigation with $521,000 for four locks and dam surveys and progress on locks Nos. 3 and 7.
In Tampa on February 11 Judge Wall ordered the Rowland Flower case placed before the grand jury after his escape from a turpentine camp and criminal assault of Mrs. Jane Ellerbe near the city. An indictment and speedy trial are expected soon.
Washington February 11. A House sub committee on naval affairs proposes awarding Commander Robert E Peary the Medal of Honor instead of promoting him to Rear Admiral. The committee disapproved of the Senate passed bill.
A blaze at about 3 a m engulfed three large East End houses owned by Hassel Reed and operated by Anna Lee and Viola Frank. Loss estimated at 12000 with half insured. Residents fled in night clothes as flames spread quickly, a small rear Negro house burned, and telephone lines were disrupted. Firemen battled strong winds and snow aided suppression.
A Washington conference set for February 21 will address disputes over tap-line railroads in the Southern lumber states. Tap lines seek rebates by arguing they serve as carriers with shared interests, while the Interstate Commerce Commission has ruled they are not common carriers for rate divisions. Lake Charles Railway official BK EB Gibson represents Louisiana top-line interests.
In New Orleans on February 10 James oO Armstrong held as a fugitive from justice at Natchez Mississippi for passing counterfeit money was taken back to Natchez today by Sheriff Clarke. His arrest followed an enticement by his deserted wife leading to the Juvenile Court yesterday where custody was effected.
Howard Little, once a U S marshal in eastern Kentucky, was executed at dawn in Richmond Virginia for the September murder of Betsy justice, her son-in-law George Meadows and Meadows' wife and three children. He confessed to killing George McKinney years earlier and spoke of other crimes. He claimed women spurred his crimes and terrorized eastern Kentucky before moving to Buchanan County Virginia where he was tried and executed.
A booster club offers a loan of two thousand dollars for a term of one to five years. Security is first class real estate with an address listed as A Little Booster care News Star.
In McComb Mississippi on February 11 a religious sect claiming Dowie allegiance preached that God would destroy the town. About fifteen families sold property and departed in a convoy to seek refuge, prompting city officials to bar street preaching to prevent further alarms and financial hardship.
The Waldorf banquet room will host a prominent Republican club Lincoln dinner with President Taft as guest of honor and speaker. Other notable attendees include Governor Hughes Speaker Cannon and Cuban Vice President Dr Alfredo Zayas who will address the influence of Lincoln on Cuba.
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