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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1916
Page
1
A sensational showcase promises to reveal a vast sea revelation with thousands more feats that will awe and enthrall audiences. The vivid display targets every man woman and child, inviting universal attendance to witness astonishing feats and wonders.
Congress debates American rights to travel on belligerent merchantmen as reports of Wilson administration policy cause alarm. Senator Gore pushes a concurrent resolution urging Americans to keep off armed ships, while Brandegee objects. The issue remains unresolved amid current negotiations with Germany.
The Mourne Free library will be open Friday from 3:30 on into the afternoon and evening. Donations of money or books are welcome to support the town’s free library, envisioned as a community center uniting all residents. St John’s Mo Feb 24. Ted Lew and Merry Yrendall, a local boxer, meet tonight in Collecum for a ten round bout.
The board moved to revise the text to speech policy but did not disclose the reasons guiding the decision. Officials cited ongoing deliberations and sensitivity of factors while pledging further explanations after the policy update.
Rear Admiral Wadger told the House naval committee that the United States should aim to match the strongest fleet by 1920 and that a Pacific fleet is essential for coast defense though the Panama Canal closure limits current naval use. He said war with Great Britain is not a remote possibility, and discussed the two power standard and building plans while noting diplomacy relies on force when diplomacy fails. The session also covered army preparedness, with Senate plans for a 175000 standing army and 225000 war strength, seven year enlistments, and federalizing the National Guard.
A blaze in Preac Pasanic New Jersey yesterday destroyed a tenement district leaving 240 people homeless and nearly destitute. Police traced the fire to a quarrel between two men chopping wood in a cellar beneath a paint store, where a candle ignited rubbish and spread rapidly.
Associated Press reports a colossal clash on a 25 mile front north of Verdun with over 250000 Germans attacking French lines. Verdun remains the objective as heavy losses mount and German forces penetrate toward Brabant and Haumont while pressure eases east of the Caures forest.
Berlin reports major breakthrough as forces capture the wooded district northeast of Beaumont and the Hebre forest. Brabant Haumont and Semogneaux villages in Verdun region are said to be in German hands.
The West Monroe Herald declares no formal endorsement of any candidate but openly supports John M. Parker for governor while criticizing the pink-ticket system and noting it has presented news and commentary without fully backing a single nominee. Editorial explains neutral stance despite perceived bias.
The congressman will speak to voters in Shreveport tonight and outline his stance on key issues. He is expected to present a concise plan and field questions from the audience.
The Times reports a monster rally at the Grand Opera House in North Louisiana with Colonel Pleasant as lead speaker. Lt. Gov. Thomas Barret will preside, L. E. Thomas and Dr. Aswell among speakers, and J. Gleaswell and others from neighboring parishes expected to attend as the party fights a major statewide contest since the Pharr era.
New Orleans political note says Parker faction control faltered as Ducastaing was unseated by Parker Lewis bosses with attendance from 15 to 50. Desangles announced arrival of Congressman James K. Aswell of Natchitoches and departure for Shreveport with Colonel Pleasant for a big Democratic opening. Aswell cites Parker clash in Louisiana, noting Republicans hope to exploit a showing for Chicago. Aswell defends Louisiana trip, linking it to national democracy calls and Northwest campaigning for President Wilson.
In a tense campaign episode Parker organizers clashed when Paul Ducastaing refused to be the focal point, prompting orders to replace him with Arm and L Desangles. Ducastaing and about 200 followers left, while St Mary Democrats formed at Franklin under Hugh Frere to back Pleasant and the Democratic slate. Registration in St Mary is split, and Democrats see a strong chance to win.
A large rally for Col. R. G. Pleasant Democratic candidate for Louisiana governor gathered local supporters yesterday. The event, moved to City Hall, will boost seating by over a hundred chairs for Friday night in Monroe. Councilman Joe Adams to open, Mayor H. Angar to preside and introduce speakers, with Angar and Mrs. Markwood handling reception plans for arriving speakers Col. Pleasant, Congressman J. B. Aswell, and Hon. L. EK. Thomas.
James Linn Rodgers consul general at Havana has been chosen to act as special agent of the state department representing the United States before the Carranza de facto government pending senate confirmation of Henry Prather Fletcher as ambassador to Mexico Rodgers will depart Havana immediately for Washington to confer with President Wilson and Secretary Lansing prior to his new assignment.
Flooding along the Ouachita at Columbia Louisiana worsens past 1913 levels. Rising Bouef river waters have inundated the Kirkland saw mill area and many ditches. Farmers race to save stock while boats are used for transport as roads fail and Bouef river schooling ends. One farmer, Thomas James, nearly lost his life when his boat capsized. a companion drowned.
Reports from northern Louisiana flood zones show improving conditions for victims with higher ground offering safety for livestock and people. No actual suffering reported. refugees fed, boats provided, and some survivors increasing food by hunting small game. St Joseph and Newellton note most livestock saved. few refugees arriving in Contiaued con Tote Str.
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