Fire loss sets a low record for Monroe department
Monroe fire department reports 159 fires with total losses of 8 388 dollars and 75 cents. The figure marks a record low for the department this period.
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1919
Page
1
Fire Department Reports Great 1918 Loss Decline
Fire Chief Frank J. Roddy reports 1918 losses at 8,388.75 on 139 fires from 1102 alarms, with $189,085.00 property valuation and $76,550.00 insurance. Compare with 1917 losses 51,480.25 and 1916 83,200.00, noting war demand shifts and a hoped insurance rate drop for Monroe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank J. Roddy
Roddy
Monroe
War Department
Fire Department Report Totals and Fire Cause Breakdown
The report lists 189985 dollars in expenses, 76550 in another category, and 8388 as a miscellaneous total. It covers response to 129 fires, laying 27560 feet of hose, using 560 gallons of chemicals, and employing 1264 feet of ladders over 155 hours 19 minutes. Three fires occurred outside city limits and causes include chimney sparks 39 and various careless actions totaling 39 unknowns 2.
Americans Retake Kadish in Northern Russia Front
American forces recaptured the village Kadish on the northern sector and pressed two miles south toward Volkda, advancing on the middle Russia front as reported from Archangel on December 31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archangel
Associated Press
Kadish
Northern Russia Front
Vologda
Food relief missions rush to Vienna and Warsaw amid shortages
Hoover reports arrival of the first cargo for Serbia and Bosnia while missions head to Warsaw and Vienna to organize aid. Vienna and Romania face desperate shortages with Vienna's 2,060,000 residents near collapse if relief is delayed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Trieste
Warsaw
Poland
Vienna
Food Administration
Herbert
Hoover
Paris
Belegrade
Romania
Berne
Adriatic Sea
Salonica
Greece
McIntosh
Triesta
Austria
Atwood
Ragusa
Belgrade
Cattaro
Switzerland
Rumania
Board frees 40 American merchant ships under 4000 tons
The Shipping Board ordered release of all American-flag freighters of 4000 deadweight tons or less. Some 40 vessels will be freed when they reach an American port, with the board retaining control of freight rates and trade routes. Most ships will return to their prewar coastwise West Indian or South American service.
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Washington
Jan
Shipping Board
John A. Donald
British leaders to be honored with earldoms by crown
London reports Earldoms will be conferred on Field Marshal Haig and Vice Admiral Beatty for wartime services. The Daily Mail also lists Generals Horne Plumber Byng Rawlinson Birdwood and Allenby as elevated to the peerage, with possible grants of money accompanying the honors.
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London
Field Marshal
Haig
Beatty
Daily Mail
Horne
Plumber
Byng
Rawiincon
Birdwood
Allenby
Mail
Sailors and Police Clash in Norfolk Firefight
In Norfolk on New Year’s morning a street disturbance by navy sailors left one dead and another seriously wounded. Police fired on looters as hundreds of sailors halted streetcars, pelted pedestrians, and raided shops, restaurants, and windows, with weapons seized from pawn shops. Naval authorities gave no immediate help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk
Navy
Only One Arrest Wade in Bomb Outrages
Philadelphia January 1. Despite extensive local and federal efforts to nab the bomb outrages at three prominent residents homes on Monday only one arrest has been made. The prisoner, a well known radical, denies any connection but is held for further investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Poles Blame German Troops for Posen Riot
Polish leaders issue a version blaming German soldiers for deadly rioting in Posen last Thursday sparked by a reception for Paderewski. Germans allegedly formed a counter parade, tore down Allied flags, and sang German songs, leading to street clashes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
Associated Press
Posen
Paderewski
Northern Pacific Grounding Off Fire Island Delays Return
The troop ship Northern Pacific with over 2400 American officers and soldiers aboard ran aground at Fire Island Long Island. Six hours later officials said the vessel is not in a dangerous position and hopes rise it will float off at the next high tide. Crews work to remove all noncrew members.
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New York
France
Fire Island
Long Island
Correspondence of Kaiser Destroyed in Potsdam Fire
Paris reports that all the Kaiser’s correspondence kept in Potsdam was burned along with many documents on international questions. Carl Kausky, preparing a white book on the war’s origin, said the work will include letters from Count von Tschirsky the German ambassador in Vienna and Baron von Schoen the German ambassador in Paris at the war’s outbreak.
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Paris
Pottsdam
Matin
Carl Kausky
Kausky
Count von Tschirsky
Vienna
Baron von Schoen
Boys Joy Ride In Doctor's Auto Escapes Detained Again
Two Grisham boys confined in a local custody room escaped by forcing a door lock and stealing Dr. J L Adams' car from in front of the sanitarium. They headed toward Vicksburg via Bastrop Road but were halted near Millhaven after the vehicle became stuck. Sheriff Z A Grant recaptured them as they tried to sell the car. the boys had been trouserless and shoeless during the escape and have a troubled family background with residents complaining of water and spit incidents outside their quarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grisham
Gore
J. L. Adams
Anto
Vicksburg
Monrse
Bastrop Road
Sicard
Millhaven
Z. A. Grant
Grant
la- Fourche Swamp
L. L. Bennett
West
Memphis
Tenn
President Wilson to Visit Rome on Royal Train
Rome reports President Wilson will reach the Italian frontier on January 2 and ride a special royal train into Rome. He will be greeted at the station by the king and queen and high officials as the city, richly decorated, welcomes him. Prince Colonna will greet him in the name of the Eternal City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Wilson
Theabinet
Prince Colonna
Eight Women Among New Mexico County School Superintendents
Eight women are included among the newly named county school superintendents in New Mexico. The list highlights female leadership within the state education system and underscores a growing role for women in public school administration.
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New Mexico
Open Registration Books Thursday City Voters
City Registrar Thos J Naughton announced opening of city registration Thursday at 8 oclock in City Hall. The books remain open 30 days Sundays excluded to allow all qualified voters to register for the upcoming city primary for a mayor and two commissioners. Office hours 8 am to noon and 1 to 5 pm on weekdays. If you plan to vote you must register in time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Registrar of Voters
Thos. J. Naughton
Naughton
A. i
Legislation Drafted to Maintain 1919 Wheat Prices
Washington reports Chairman Lever and Secretary Houston agreed on drafting measures to guarantee 1919 crop prices. The plan may authorize continued food administration grain operations or a new agency with a 600 million dollar revolving fund. The government would buy the 1919 crop and sell at world prices, accepting losses to support farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Lever
House Legislation Committee
Houston
Department of Agriculture
Congress
Food Administration
Grain Corporation
Verer
Australia
Argentina
India
Peasant Revolts Spread in Russia Alarm Lenin Government
Reports from Berlin and Paris describe continuing peasant uprisings across Russia. The Lenin government is said to be greatly alarmed by peasant attitudes as of Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zurich
Russia
Lokal Anziger
Berlin
Paris
Lenin
King and Queen May Visit U S A Rumor In London
London reports gossip that President Wilson invited King George and Queen Mary to visit the United States during his term. No official word, the Standard says such a visit would be unprecedented but popular as a symbol of growing unity between nations.
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London
Wilson
George
Marty
United States
U-boat Division As Allies Assign Surrendered Submarines
London reports that fifteen U German submarines will go to France, seven to Italy, six to Japan, and four to the United States. The U S boats are said to be crossing the Atlantic for delivery as part of postwar allocations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
The
Daily Mail
France
Italy
Japan
United States
Atlantic
Plan to Bring Potash From Alsace to U S
Edward N. Hurley of the American Shipping Board outlined a plan to use returning U S ships to carry potash from Alsace to the United States. Experts from the war trade board will go to Alsace to arrange large shipments as U S needs 500 000 to 660 000 tons of potash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Paris
Edward N. Hurley
American Shipping Board
United States
Hurley
Italy
France
England
America
Alsace
War Trade Board
Hohenzollern Guest Not Overjoyed at Amerongen Stay
Amsterdam Dec 31 The Wageningen correspondent reports Count van Bentinck at Amerongen hosts former Emperor William with full honors at meals while neighbors say the ex ruler is nervous. If he had his own house many would see it as a happy solution with De Monte may be rented to Hohenzollern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Count van Bentinck
Amerongen
William
Wageningven
Niels van den Dag
Barry PropHit Purchases Wexler Cigar Store
Barry Prophit leaves Monroe to buy Wexler's Cigar Stand on DeSiard street becoming sole owner and proprietor. He talks Will Atkinson into selling just before midnight while friends and former insurance colleagues prepare to celebrate the new year in a bustling city setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Wall Street
Harry G. Prophit
DeSiard Street
Wexler
Will Atkinson
Harry
Election receipts issued to Monroe parish voters
Deputy Shreiff Milton Coverdale stated that about 2500 poll tax receipts were issued to voters in Monroe West Monroe and the parish at large by close of business last night. Some receipts were duplicated or voided and a recheck will determine exact figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shreiff
Milton Coverdale
Monroe
West Monroe
Chief Executive Expresses Pleasure With Conference
The chief executive stated satisfaction with the conference proceedings, praising the turnout and the quality of discussions. He highlighted progress on key policy themes and reaffirmed organizational goals for the coming quarter.
Wilson Clemenceau clash over power balance in peace talks
President Wilson returns to Paris and plans Italy visit as Premier Clemenceau asserts balance of power principles. Wilson stresses U S unity and concert of powers while noting differing views on postwar arrangements. He praises British welcome and accord with Allied aims.
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Wilson
Clemenceau
Frenc
Italy
Paris
England
Calais
Diette
Chamber of Deputies
Reyhe
M. Clemenceau
Manchester
United States
Great Britain
Balance of Power. Paris Declaration Continues on Page Three
The report from Paris discusses the balance of power in international affairs with continued coverage promised on the next page. Officials weigh diplomatic moves and potential shifts in alliances as events unfold.
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