17 Feb 1910
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1910
Page
1
Farmers accelerate plans to expand crop varieties as markets show rising demand. Local ag groups coordinate demonstrations and soil health programs to support diversification and resilience for the upcoming planting season.
The article notes fourteen carloads of seed Irish potatoes shipped for planting and a broad shift to diversified crops beyond cotton. It reports rising farm activity, demand for good farm lands, and increased city real estate trading as plantations are divided and modern methods applied.
Columbus February 17 More than half a million names support the Ditmars anti cigarette bill in the Ohio General Assembly. The measure would outlaw importation manufacture sale or distribution of cigarettes and wrappers and impose fines. it also bans underage smoking in schools and public places with possible sentence suspension for informants. The bill grants judges authority to hear cases in common pleas probate and juvenile courts.
Weather advisory reports heavy rain sleet and snow affecting parts of South Louisiana with localized flooding possible. Officials warn motorists to exercise caution as storm bands move through parishes and crews monitor road conditions and power outages.
Thunder storms and freezing temperatures sweep the Gulf Coast as a cold wave nears. The Shreveport convention considers missionary policy for Louisiana with church contributions to foreign missions. Ministers hold a 2:20 conference to review increases and policy details for the Laymen's Movement.
Washington February 17 All hope is abandoned that the United States navy tug Nina which left Norfolk February 6 bound for Boston with a crew of thirty two men is afloat The navy department ordered warships to halt their search along the Norfolk Boston course after reviewing the missing vessel status.
A fierce cold front swept through the region, blasting away heat and bringing unseasonable winter conditions. Weather officials warned of rapid temperature drops and strong winds as residents prepared for drastic weather changes.
Hundreds of laymen from three states gather in Shreveport for a regional conference. The meeting focuses on religious education and community service programs. Leaders from local churches share plans and report ongoing charity efforts.
The passage urges residents to work together for the town and nation's advancement, sinking personal interests in a collective altruistic effort to boost the common good. It stresses unity as the path to unprecedented local and national progress.
Boise residents note resolutions from the local Grand Army of the Republic praising United States Senator W B Heyburn for his stand against placing a statue of General Robert E Lee in Statuary Hall at the National Capitol.
New Orleans February 17 Mrs Maud Ballington Booth daughter of the Salvation Army founder and a prison reform leader argues that prisons should offer industrial work so inmates earn money to support their families. She calls for reform inside prisons and cites economic and social benefits to society.
Official notice from the United Confederate Veterans confirms the death of Gen. Paul A. Fusz in St. Louis Missouri. Fusz commanded the northwest divisions for several years and served in the Confederate army with the Ninth Missouri Infantry as reported from New Orleans on February 17.
Laymen of churches unite with pastors and missionary boards in a broad effort to evangelize the world this generation. The aim calls for Christian men of Louisiana to share in world responsibility and to appoint strong missionary committees in every congregation to educate and mobilize participation.
Cairo reports Colonel Roosevelt and Smithsonian African expedition members arriving at Gondokoro Sudan. Both Roosevelt and son Kermit are well and enthusiastic about scientific results. They plan a gradual return to Europe to engage in numerous engagements at European capitals.
In Wagoner County Oklahoma Judge John H Pitchford dismissed a Wagoner District Court jury after four members were black The judge said Oklahoma laws require separate facilities for blacks and whites and he would not insult white jurors by pairing them with black jurors He noted that blacks make up about half the county population and had previously sat with whites on juries.
Washington reports Senator Foster offered an amendment to raise the agricultural appropriation for weevil fight from 215000 to 300000. He previously helped increase House allotments and backs demonstration farmers against entomologists and big farm interests. The move faces opposition from Republican Agriculture Committee members despite likely support from farmers.
The cruiser Entrecht left Ire today to search for the Dutch steamer Prinz Willem II overdue eight days at Paramaribo. Prinz Willem II sailed from Amsterdam January 21.
Bob Smith, known as a laugh maker, headlines at the Elk's Club on Monday night under auspices of the King's Daughters. The event is scheduled for February 21 with proceeds likely supporting the organization.
A dramatic political column contemplates a drastic act in a family power struggle. The piece centers on a central ruler figure facing a symbolic ritual aimed at restoring balance within a household. Tense warnings frame the improvised ceremony.
Democratic trend noted as insurgents press for end of Cannonism and larger Rules and Committees panels. Olmsted or Smith touted as possible Speakership choices. Roosevelt expected to campaign for Taft, with New York likely to back Democrats if he refrains. Ohio Indiana New York seen as danger points for GOP in next fall’s election.
Washington reports a push to extend pensions to widows married after 1890. Senate and House pension committees plan timely action. The bill would add two to four million dollars to the pension rolls and requires three years of cohabitation with the veteran.
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