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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1910

Page

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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.

Pine lands the best experiments on cut over pine lands

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.

Congress Louisiana T. S. Granberry DeRidder Long Bell Bon Ami W. F. Ryder Long Bell Co Kansas City Kansas City Southern Railroad Long Bell Lumber Company

Mayor Gaynor Considered Democratic Hope for 1912

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.

New York Gaynor Missouri Springfield Thomas Jefferson

True Worship God 15 A Spirit at First Presbyterian

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.

First Presbyterian Church Monroe Drs Tek

Dr Hyde Arrested for Killing Col Swope in Kansas City

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.

Kansas City Col Thomas W.W. Swope BC. Hyde John G. Paxton Swope Hyde Colonel Swope Paxton Virgil Conkling Dr. Hyde Mr. Conkling Independence W. F. Loar Conkling Eyde

Weather Today Brings Varied South Climate

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.

Snow and Sunshine Across Regions Bring Mixed Weather

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.

Ohio Gulf Texas Atlantic Coast Tampa Fla Mobile Alabama Louisiana Memphis Nashville Chattanooga Knoxville Gulf States Galveston Atlantic Ocean Middle West New England Mississippi Florida

Central Mississippi Reports First Snowfall Of Season

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.

Jackson Miss Mississippi

White Slave Bill Passed by Senate in Senate Bill Draft

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.

Washington Senate House

Hiver Fund Receives Major Favor from Congress

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.

Mississippi river revetments gain $2 million annual funding

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.

Washington Ransdell Mississippi Cairo Missisippi River Ture Ouachita River Camden Ark Lock No. 3 Louisiana Lock No. 7 Arkansas Ouachita Congress

Speedy Trial Sought in Florida Assault Case

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.

Tampa Fla Rowland Flower Jane Ellerbe

Medal of Honor Proposal for Peary Delays Admiral Rank

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.

Washington Robert E. Peary House Committee On Naval Affairs Senate

Destructive East End Fire Destroys Three Homes

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.

East End Hassel Reed Anna Lee Viola Frank Home and Cumberland Companies Velda Hodge Monroe Club

Tap Line Rates Faults Backed by Lumber Carriers

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.

Washington Louisiana Mississippi Arkansas Interstate Commerce Commission Harlan Bk.eb. Gibson Lake Charles Railway and Navigation Company

Fugitive James Armstrong Returned to Natchez on Counterfeit Charge

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.

New Orleans James Oo. Armstrong Natchez Miss Clarke

Man Dies by Electrocution for Triple Murder in Kentucky

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.

Richmond Howard Little Betsy Justis George Meadows Hurley Buchanan County George McKinney Kentucky Little Astern Kentucky Virginia

Booster loan note seeks $2000 secured by real estate

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.

City Real Estate Care News-Star

McComb Sect Preachers Warn Followers to Flee Town

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.

McComb City Miss City Hall McComb Sodom Gomorrah Summit

Lincoln Dinner at Waldorf to Honor Taft and Guests

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.

Lincoln Republican Club Taft Hughes Cannon Alfredo Zayas Cuba Zayas

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