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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1917
Page
1
A forthcoming year is expected to bring heavy activity in the oil and gas field near Monkhor with planned development and exploration by local and regional operators. The initiative signals increased drilling, infrastructure work, and potential economic impact for nearby communities.
Judge Schulze reports Monroe as a future oil and gas hub with surging activity. Local contractors rush for pipe and casing while banks plan expansions and new capital intrudes. Companies merge to supply gas to Alexandria and Ruston as refineries eyed near Baton Rouge.
City Hall figures reveal 1916 building permits total $146 226 up from $129 875 in 1915. The gain is $16 850 and carpenters bricklayers and tradesmen enjoyed steady work all year. Several buildings are planned for 1917, promising another substantial rise.
The News-Star reports strong banking gains for Monroe. Ouachita National Bank totals rose to 2,270,736.42 with deposits of 1,760,633.09 and loans of 1,156,875.94 at Dec 30 1916, while Central Savings Bank & Trust Co. totals reached 1,?25,032.41 with deposits 1,389,984.81 and loans 1,058,729.49, gains since Nov 17 amount to 426,489.33. The two banks together hold about 1,003,520 in cash.
The Monroe post office shows strong 1916 gains with parcel post delivered rising to 66,904 from 62,514 in 1915 and parcels mailed increasing to 61,583 from 44,675. Postmaster Bryant and assistant compiled the figures, highlighting community prosperity.
The congress reconvenes Tuesday to tackle a large slate of important bills. Lawmakers expect swift committee action on key measures affecting industry tariffs and economic policy.
Washington date Jan 1 Congress reconvenes to address President Wilsons urged railroad legislation supplementing the Adamson act and a large treasury deficit. The revenue bill and numerous appropriations await action as leaders plan night sessions to push measures including taxes tariff changes liquor and internal revenues and the Webb bill on foreign selling agencies.
Secretary McAdoo estimated under current revenue laws the deficit for June 30 1918 will be 279 million dollars and to provide a 100 million dollar working balance Congress must raise 475 million dollars additional revenue.
Registered letters rose to 15048 in 1916 from 10639 the year before while transit letters grew to 13261 from 9776. Parcel post and registered mail totaled 160850 with most passing through a small 12 by 16 room. Money orders issued climbed to 85685.05 and paid to 847801.73, up from 77442.06 and 486809.68 respectively. Receipts for stampa reached 7410.65, rising 13575.94.
A large blaze in Apacer 3 Quebec destroyed the building Saturday night. Forty five women inmates died and one Sister of Charity perished as rescuers worked to evacuate inmates at St. Ferdinad Halifax.
The capital grounds filled as supporters of Governor-Elect Thomas Campbell and incumbent Governor Hart claimed the right to inauguration. The canvassing board certified Campbell with a thirty vote plurality after rumors of a competing ceremony circulated.
Miss Audrey Blanchard won the Chase & Collens Company auto contest with over two million votes, far ahead of Miss Flanagan. The votes were tallied last night and published today, naming Blanchard as the car winner amid strong local support.
Local readers report garbled text referencing Lennon and Jan in a discussion about men and protection, with unclear phrases and fragmented names. The readable content suggests a debate on social or cultural topics without concrete details or events.
A murky case details conflicting confessions tied to the Reeves murder inquiry. Reports name Anderson as a key witness while outlining disputed statements and shifting accusations in the ongoing investigation.
Report notes a dulled inmate Anderson Heard claims white men had no role in the Reeves murders near Minden and says he saw a Negro kill a woman. He also alleged seeing Chester Tyson with the axe, while locals doubt his account. The Waller suspicion persists and Sarepta ties are explored as the case continues.
Monroe emerges as a major automobile distributing center with Overland and Ford brands leading. The era notes 16 autos sold in 1916 and over half a million dollars spent, plus tire and accessory sales exceeding $100 000. Morgan F. George heads Overland in Monroe with a regional network across North Louisiana and East Texas.
A vivid display showcases rich pastries and desserts from local bakers. Chefs unveil elaborate confections and premium ingredients drawing crowds seeking indulgent treats and seasonal flavors at the city market.
The article reports a sweeping reform by the governor creating a new state framework. It replaces the old State Board of Appraisers and State Board of Revisions with a unified Board of Equalization and lists its members by congressional district. The retiring appraisers are named, and the piece notes the abolition of the old fee system as it takes effect today.
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