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14 Jul 1914
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Monroe News Star in Monroe, Louisiana
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1914
Page
1
Subscriptions drive powers up for big prizes in Monroe contest
Four days left in a local vote drive promising a 1914 Ford Touring Car as top prize and cash rewards. Districts vie for diamonds rings and Elgin watches with many ways to earn votes, while a 10 percent commission awaits persistent runners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Lowe
Soltair
Youngblood
Foster
Elgin
Larkin
Reward Offered for Two Missing Neims Women
Atlanta four thousand dollar reward posted by John W Neims seeks the missing Eloise Neims Dennis and Beatrice Neims. Investigators consider a San Francisco death message claimed to involve murder and a plan to kill a brother. Marshall Neims travels from New Orleans toward Atlanta awaiting updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Eloise Neims Dennis
Beatrice Neims
John W. Neims
Texas
Neims
San Francisco
Dennis
New Orleans
Marshall Neims
American Forces May Land in Haiti Rumor Grows
A persistent unconfirmed report from Washington on July 14 claims preparations are under way for American naval forces to land on the island of Haiti. No official confirmation is available, but rumors suggest a formal announcement may follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Haiti
United States Considers Interventions in Hispaniola and Haiti
An unofficial report claims a large force of marines and sailors may land today or Wednesday to occupy either San Domingo or Haiti. Provisional U.S. military control would follow until peace is restored and governments organized. Both republics face revolution and bankruptcy, needing American leadership and aid to stabilize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navy Department
Vera Cruz
Galveston
Hayti
San Domingo
Haiti
Black Republic
United States
Dr Dowling Likely to Close Parish Jail Over Sanitary Violations
The State Board of Health may shut the parish jail if required improvements are not made. Inspector Sadler reported conditions including overcrowding poor ventilation and a single bath for all inmates. Sheriff Parker was notified after Dr Dowling warned of closure and steps to correct the sanitary code violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Dowling
State Board
R. B. Sadler
State Board of Health
Dowling
Jack Parker
W. A. O' Kelley
Parker
News-Star
Raymond Benjamin Elected Grand Exalted Ruler
Raymond Benjamin of Napa California was elected Grand Exalted Ruler of the Elks by acclamation in Denver on July 14 according to Associated Press dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond Benjamin
Associated Press
Denver
Napa
Cal
of the Elks
Cotton consumption rises in June and nine months
Washington reports a June cotton consumption of 445000 bales, up from 441000 a year earlier. For the ten months ending June the total consumption is about 200000 bales higher than the same period last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Huerta Aftermath: Key Mexican Officials Delayed
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Huerta did not depart as several high Mexican officials and passengers faced delays. Details are unclear but suggest disruption among Mexican leadership and transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huerta
Rebels Control Coast Sweeping Pacific Front in Mexico
Reports from Ree Admiral Howard indicate the Constitutionalists are sweeping the Pacific coast of Mexico and are expected to control the coast within a week, with whole Federal regiments deserting. Huerta remains away from Vera Cruz, while rail repairs and the Espagne’s delayed sailing fuel rumors of Huerta's family departing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacific
Mexico
Huerta
California
Mazatlan
Ree
Howard
Salina Cruz
Carranza advances as Huerta exits Mexico crisis heats
Brazilian minister to Mexico telegraphed that Huerta’s resignation in favor of Francisco Carbajal was expected soon. Secretary Bryan weighing formal recognition of the new administration while avoiding interference as Carranza’s forces gain ground toward Mexico City. Carranza pledges protection for life and property if Huerta surrenders unconditionally, with U S views cautious on recognition until stability is ensured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mexico
United States
State Department
Huerta
Francisco Carbajal
Suares
Chile
Bryan
Carbiajea
Carbajal
Iglesias Calderon
Liberal Party
Carranza
Silliman
Saltillo
Carranzié
Guadalupe
Carremza
Mexico City
West Monroe Hears Saloon District Request After January
A town meeting in West Monroe considered declaring parts of the business district dry after January 1. An ordinance set two squares as dry territory and barred new licenses for two existing saloons, while a petition from about two hundred women to close all saloons was filed but not acted upon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Monroe
Large Crowds At District Court In Murder Trial
District court convened with Judge Ben C. Dawkins presiding. The Clearys face murder charges in the August death of Fred Cade as crowds gather around the courtroom. The prosecution and defense prepare for a hard fought trial while jurors remain scarce. Separate motions seek bills of particulars in liquor sale cases and release efforts for a seventeen year old defendant under juvenile law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben C. Dawkins
Court House
Bob
Mack Cleary
Fred Cade
Clearys
Allan Scholars
C. C. Dawkins
C. H. McHenry
Odom
Alice Pincus
Grace Secard
Jesse Gainsborough
Helen Wilson
East End
Irene Shepher
Fred Johnson
Joe Currie
Currie
Supreme Court
Walters
Opelousas
Florida train hold up suspect Craven arrested here
Detectives arrested Craven today on a train hold up charge after a fatal confrontation with Florida officers. She admits burying about $54,000 in cash and jewelry her husband gave her near Savannah but refuses to disclose the exact hiding place. Detectives had watched her in Atlanta for several days hoping for more details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Craven
Florida
Savannah
Atlanta
Notable Medal of Honor Legion gathering opens annual convention
Atlantic City hosts the opening session of the twenty fourth annual Army and Navy Medal of Honor Legion convention. The event gathers men recognized by Congress for heroism in the Civil War the Spanish American War and other times. Tomorrow officers will be elected and a banquet will feature prominent military and naval speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
N. J
Congress
Army and Navy Medal of Honor of Legion
Ban Planned on Chickens in Parts of New Orleans
New Orleans health officials move toward an ordinance to bar keeping chickens in certain city sections to curb bubonic plague. Doctors reject fear of germ harboring but cite feed attracting rats. plan discussed at tonight’s joint local and Federal health meeting with no new cases reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New Orleans
Commission Council
New Orleans Plans Large Scale Rat Trapping Campaign
New Orleans health authorities will deploy a total of 31 760 rat traps for eradication efforts. Already in use are 9 562 snap traps with 6 178 more snap and 2 680 cage traps to start tomorrow. Additional traps worth 10 000 snap and 3 000 cage traps will follow as orders arrive. Dr William C Rucker coordinates with local cotton men port authorities and the board of trade to secure cooperation and rat proofing of the water front. He will address cotton factors and hold meetings to mobilize citizens in a cleanup effort against an estimated 400 000 rats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
William C. Rucker
Board of Port Commissioners
Port Commissioners
Rucker
Board
Widow of Train Robber Arrested
Mrs. Charles Craven, widow of the train robber, was arrested in New Orleans on July 14 by Associated Press reports. The article notes her connection to Charles Craven and details surrounding the arrest are expected to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Huerta
Vera Cruz
Espagne
New Orleans
Charles Craven
Charles
National Guard Captains Set for Baton Rouge Exams
Capt. Alex Young recently elected captain of Company D Louisiana National Guard will leave for Baton Rouge next Sunday to take the army examination required by regulations. Lieutenant Utley, formerly a sergeant, will accompany him to sit his exam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Young
Louisiana National Guard
Baton Rouge
Army
Utley
Central Kentucky Retail Merchants Convene in Frankfort
The Central Kentucky Retail Merchants Association holds its annual convention in Frankfort with attendees from forty counties. Officers directing the event are James L. Isenberg as president, W. G. Simpson as vice president, P. L. Goddard as secretary, and P. A. Lancaster as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort
Central
Senators Debate Trust Legislation Across Committees
Senator Reed urges joint action by the interstate commerce and judiciary committees to consolidate all trust bills. He attacks the unfair competition section of the trade commission bill and calls for a single remedy enforced by rule of conduct, while Borah defends Sherman antitrust law and argues for enforcement over new laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Administration Interstate Trade Commission
Senate
Reed
Missouri
Judiciary Committee
Interstate Commerce Commission
Interstate Commerce Committee
Hoke Smith
Georgia
Trade Commission
Newlands and Saulsbury
Borah
Supreme Court
President Wilson Plans More Talks With Business Leaders
President Wilson, citing talks with J. P. Morgan Henry Ford and other leaders, plans further conferences to show the administration’s pro business stance. He invited R. Burton to the White House to discuss conditions and the anti trust program and a Warburg Federal Reserve Board nomination may be raised. A Kansas City delegation is also set to meet Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
J. P. Morgan
Henry Ford
Wilson
R. Burton
New York
White House
Burton
Paul Warburg
Federal Reserve Board
Kansas City
Pights Scheduled Foe Tonight in Denver and El Paso
Charley Whiteye and Stanley Yoakam set for a 20 round bout in Denver while Joe Rivers faces Frankie Russell in a 10 round match in El Paso. Both cards outline prominent bouts for the boxing schedule tonight with regional ring action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley Whiteye
Stanley Yoakam
Denver
Joe Rivers
Frankie Russell
el Paso
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Daily News
Weekly News-Star
City of
Monroe
V., 8. & P. Railway
Ouachita River
Mother
Marshall
Dence
DR. Dowling
Calebor
NEA
Carballal
Tampico
Cleary Boys
Anne Caldwell
Montgomery and Stone
NEW Orleans Health AU
Thorities
Kentucky
U.S
Pights
Foe
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