12 Feb 1915
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1915
Page
1
Russian forces report retreat to their own territory after a strong push into East Prussia is checked. The action marks a setback for the advancing units and signals a strategic pause in the campaign near the border.
Petrograd says Russian invasion in East Prussia has been checked and forces are retreating to Russian soil while Germans leverage superior equipment and railway control. No details on battles in the Carpathians or Warsaw front. Portugal vows aid to England per treaty. over 100000 Portuguese under arms.
Washington reports an inquiry to Germany over alleged interference by German military commanders with the American minister at The Hague in diplomatic communications with Luxembourg. The United States also proposes Britain postpone seizure of the steamer Wilhelmina to allow evidence that its cargo should not be seized. Russians May Fall Back. Berlin report says Russians reinforce second defense lines as inhabitants expect a strategic retreat.
Bastrop Louisiana voters approve the refunding of 10000 in water works and electric light bonds and authorize 16000 in additional bonds for forty years to enhance the plant. Returns announced today.
Detroit February 12 the Michigan Republican state convention began with tributes to Abraham Lincoln as the first item on the agenda.
Salem lawmakers pursue repeal of the medical examination requirement for marriage certificates in Oregon. The push comes after a survey showing 1456 Portland men left the state last year to wed elsewhere.
New Orleans Feb 12 The probe commission will decide Friday whether Ulric Burke should be removed from the New Basin canal board. An executive session left charges unresolved as members await senators and representatives presence. If recommended it would mark a first in Louisiana politics for removal by a governor appointed appointee on a legislature led probe.
In federal court at Muskogee on February 12 the witness described a six man “Big Six” bootleggers’ trust controlling liquor flow into Indian territory. Principal defendants include W. J. Creekmore of Joplin and Ben Green, Charles Overton, William Miles, Edgar Demoss, and Douglas Moore of Tulsa. John Meyers testified that the trust squeezed out rival wholesalers and moved whiskey from Keystone to Tulsa for redistribution to retail agents.
Retailers favor newspaper advertising because it draws actual customers and sales. When manufacturers advertise locally and bring in customers, retailers support that campaign since it benefits both display and sales. The text argues for the retailer’s bias toward ads that deliver buyers.
Local United Charities outlines a structured plan detailing roles tasks and timelines for charitable operations. The document emphasizes volunteer coordination fundraising outreach and community service objectives to support local residents and partner agencies.
Mr Francis H McLean general secretary of the American Association for Organizing Charity arrives in Monroe at the United Charities invitation to map a plan addressing unemployment and aid families. He stresses four groups to target and urges discriminating effective outreach.
Marshall Texas February 12 The grand jury investigating the Marshall hotel killings requested discharge after filing in to report. Victims John Dogers and William Black were killed and John Copeland wounded last Wednesday evening as details unfolded in court.
The message urges voters to ask the mayor and council candidate about their positions on gambling and whether they will vigorously enforce gambling ordinances if elected. It argues that supporters and opponents alike should be well informed before voting to uphold Monroe’s moral condition.
Vicksburg Shreveport and Pacific passenger train No. 11 derailed at the east end of the passing track in Dubberly at 10:28 Thursday night. Two men, G. R. M. Newman and Wiley Brown, were injured as several cars derailed, while the Pullman sleeper and private cars stayed on track. Officials suspect a deliberate wreck as the switch lock had been broken and discarded, blocking traffic for twelve hours.
The Hague Feb 12 The protocol of the 1912 anti opium convention has been signed by representatives of the United States China and the Netherlands. The pact puts the convention into immediate force in all signatory countries affecting 457000000 people.
An English writer asserts golf is willing cricket as a cultural comparison. The remark highlights a playful linkage between two classic English sports, suggesting a broader openness or adaptability in sporting traditions.
Yan was denied bond and remanded to await the action of the grand jury. The brief notes indicate a legal proceeding where bond was denied and the suspect remains in custody pending grand jury consideration. The update centers on the defendant's status and next judicial step.
At a preliminary hearing for R A Braun charged with Jeff Gilliland’s murder on Feb 7 Judge Dawkins refused bond and planned a special grand jury. Dallas Wailes the sole eyewitness testified Bryan fired multiple times as Gilliland allegedly advanced, with conflicting prior trouble details presented by Bryan.
The cornerstone of the $2,000,000 Lincoln Memorial in Washington was laid with no special ceremonies, marking Lincoln's birthday anniversary in the capital.
A concise note urges households to conserve and self supply all essentials this year. It emphasizes managing food, fuel, and farm supplies at home for the coming season. Local readers are urged to tighten budgets and plan purchases carefully.
The article by Agricultural Commissioner H M Cottrell argues 1915 farm families should grow their own food and feed first, using half an acre for a garden and small crops. He details costs for seed and crops, advocating rents tied to cotton yields to secure a stable living without credit.
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