07 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1913
Page
1
Republicans have been perfecting a plan to delay action on the tariff measure as debate looms. The party aims to stall Senate consideration while maintaining leverage over schedules and votes.
Tonight and Tuesday forecast for fair skies and light northerly winds. Temperatures remain mild with no precipitation expected.
Senate hearings on tariff revision start next week amid a widening lobby probe. Investigators plan two weeks of testimony focusing on National Association of Manufacturers officials and alleged influence on Congress, with Edward Lauterbach expected as an early witness.
The rules committee approves a resolution mandating a thorough investigation into the charges. The move signals a formal probe by the House into alleged misconduct.
Lauterbach called as witness before a Senate committee today after allegations he impersonated congressmen. The testimony aimed to clarify actions and any potential misrepresentation.
Washington July 7 a House rules committee resolution orders a seven member inquiry into whether the National Association of Manufacturers or any group has maintained a lobby to sway legislation and if such influence affected congressional actions. The committee would probe past and present lobbying and any improper use of money or influence in elections or committee appointments.
Saenger Theatre circuit takes final control of the Lyceum in Monroe. D L Cornelius arrives as manager with J H Saenger visiting to review plans. Upgrades include a new front lobby ventilation and modern improvements to the orchestra and staff.
The First National Bank of Pittsburg merged to form First Second National Bank of Pittsburg, closing this morning after a dispute with the Treasury. The Clearing House Association assumes control as receivers are sought for Americal Waterworks and Guarantee Company and for J S & W Kuhn. Appointed receivers include J S Kuhn, J H Purdy, and Samuel Bailey Jr with bonds set at 50000 each.
Vienna reports eleven thousand Servians captured and the remainder of a fifteen thousand command taken in a combat with Bulgarians per a Sofia correspondent of the Reich Post.
Monroe La July 3 1913 secretary Ellison of the Chamber of Commerce condemns wild cat advertising schemes aimed at Monroe business men. He says legitimate advertising is fine but these schemes seek to take money without delivering results and has sent a warning letter to local firms detailing the concern.
By Associated Press Pensacola July 7 a mob halted a train returning a prisoner to jail and forcibly removed the man after accusing him of assaulting a six year old girl. The unidentified negro was lynched at Milton early this morning.
A Washington report praises the chamber of commerce for screening advertising schemes and offering endorsement letters. It urges readers to rely on chamber guidance for thirty days to measure savings before engaging promoters.
Washington July 7 Senate Democrats caucused to bind themselves in favor of the tariff bill. Senator Simmons will report the bill to the Senate later during the week.
The Blanch McKenney Hunter Combination headlines a country’s top chariot event with ten horses and six riders in four-horse teams. They set half mile times of 56 14 seconds at Independence Iowa and 58 seconds at Fort Smith Arkansas. A dual program of chariot and standing Roman races runs between heat breaks daily, promising entertainment at the Monroe Fair October 28 91.
The Agricultural Department issues a pamphlet titled Rape as Supplement to Corn. Distributed to farmers along the railroad lines amid drought damage to corn, it explains timing and methods for sowing rape and its benefits for feeding sheep and hogs. Iowa tests show feeding rape to pigs can raise profits over fivefold in many cases.
Peter Radford outlines how cooperative cotton marketing could reshape Texas agriculture. He explains proposed plans, potential benefits for growers, and the role of organized co operatives in stabilizing prices and market access for farmers.
Peter Radford urges bankers and farmers to extend Texas cotton marketing cooperation nationwide. Plan aims to hold distress cotton off the market with warehouse loans at 6 percent, 40 million dollars needed, 350 interior warehouses and port facilities to handle excess supply, promoting productive farming and bank-led credit shifts.
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