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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1925
Page
7
The EANS market opened subdued with futures trading near 23.25 for December and around 23.34 for March as traders awaited a government crop report. Rain affected central and eastern regions while western areas stayed dry, contributing to a dull session and a slight overall decline from prior closes.
New York July 22 cotton futures closed largely steady, down 11 to 16 points from the prior session. Prices ranged from 23.15 to 23.50 for nearby contracts with June through October positions showing modest shifts. A bearish weather report and mixed private crop data weighed on sentiment while midday trading remained cautious.
Liverpool cotton prices held steady with American grades leading gains amid light demand. Spot sales reached 4,000 bales, including 3,100 American, while receipts totaled 7,000 bales with 4,900 American. Futures closed quiet across July through May contracts.
Hog receipts total about 118000 with mixed bids across weight classes. Cattle and calf sales show yearling heifers up to 14.85 and heavies around 14.26, while sheep trade tops near 15.25 for Idaho range lambs and fat native ewes around 8.00 to 8.50. Kansas City reports cattle and calf receipts with fat cows 3.65 to 5.35 and Texas yearling wethers at 1.00, plus packing sows and other classes in varied ranges.
Wheat and corn futures moved with rallies after early declines as rainfall forecasts and rust reports influenced selling. Oats firmed with corn, while hogs gained on the midday market. The note mentions soybeans and rice impacts and hints at a broad agricultural price shift.
City court records for the past five days show twelve violators with fines. J G Griffith Johnnie Wilson Norman Rushing Robert Smith Edmond Brown Louis Tillman Oscar Hays H O Clay Grover Lyles were fined while G W Duke I Turner were discharged.
Mrs. H A McLemore sues Charles G Cargill seeking 3000 dollars damages after her dog bite incident. The suit marks the first filed since Forrest County dog quarantine was set weeks ago and both parties are noted local figures in South Mississippi.
Officers and crew on the navy dirigible Shenandoah await a lighter south wind to depart from Lakehurst New Jersey for Newport News Virginia. The flight to join Atlantic fleet maneuvers has been twice postponed due to bad weather.
President Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge planned a 50 mile water trip to Hemberton on Boston's south shore today aboard the Mayflower based at Marblehead. They will return to their Hull Hill summer White House home once more, a residence used in 1916 during Coolidge's tenure as lieutenant governor.
Elaine Brunell a 9 year old known as the little street singer in New Orleans dies after rescuing a companion in the Tchefunda river at a Salvation Army camp near Covington. Ruth Growlof survives the shock by recovering from the rescue effort.
London papers regard Germany's answer to the French security note as friendly and sincere signaling hope negotiations for a security pact may move toward settlement though officials expect more notes and possibly a conference before any final agreement.
Carl S. Milliken secretary of state in Colorado resigns from the Ku Klux Klan after four years membership. He cites the Klan's attempt to force the removal of Charles Armstrong, deputy secretary of state, as his reason for quitting.
A group of college lads from several state universities left Shreveport in a Ford for a cross country tour. The party includes Chris Barnette son of Judge W C Barnette James Thompson Robert Dowling and William Barnette. They carry credentials from Gov Fuqua Shreveport police and Caddo sheriff and plan to visit Vicksburg Birmingham Washington Buffalo Niagara Falls and Canada with a return to Shreveport by September 1. Equipment for camping is aboard.
Baton Rouge July 22 The Leon Godchaux Clothing Co Ltd of New Orleans leads a list of corporations filing charters with the secretary of state raising state capitalizations to 1 081 850 for the week Other new corporations include Ouachita Baking Co Inc Monroe 100 000 Rican Brewster Building Co Inc Shreveport 34 100 Edmond Weil Inc Rayne 35 000 Dixie General Compress Co Inc New Orleans 50 000 Louisiana Moss Products Co Inc Patterson 50 000 Baton Rouge Oil and Gas Co Inc Baton Rouge 50 000 and many others with 5 000 to 100 000 capitalizations. Several firms report increases from prior capitalization while a number of dissolutions also filed.
The body of Charles P. Clark Hartford county commissioner was found in woods near Joppa Maryland. He had been beaten and robbed four men are under arrest in connection with the disappearance Clark was last seen Saturday night in his car near Magnolia and habitually carried large sums of money.
Lancaster police are asked to locate George L Gladney after a telegram from W T Roace Philadelphia. Three month old Essay May Watts, daughter of Mr and Mrs W Watts Jr, died in Lancaster this morning and will be buried at Fellowship Church graveyard near Columbia. Funeral plans not set. Willie Nelson received a $100 fine for drawing and displaying a dangerous weapon. T B Smith fined $12.50 for drunken and disorderly conduct.
Derrick up and rig moving in on a major oil test north of Mer Rouge in Morehouse Parish. R C Boisseau and partners hold large interests including Sullivan and Barnes plantation. Drilling planned to 2700 feet with core sampling beyond 900 feet as surveys are described as highly encouraging.
Two young burglars entered J. Spatafora's shop at 812 DeSiard Street by climbing a pole to a high window and breaking the pane. They escaped with $10 in coins, three pairs of socks, three cartons of cigarettes, handkerchiefs, a lady's ring, and other small items. Footprints suggest barefoot youths. Patrolman F. K. Ham investigated and police link them to prior burglaries.
Robert H. Horton aged 23 from a prominent Monroe family died at the family home on 103 Arkansas Avenue after a prolonged heart illness. Funeral services were held at the home at 3 pm officiated by Rev. E. F. Hayward of Grace Episcopal Church with interment at Riverview Burial Park. Survived by father and mother Mr. and Mrs. E. Horton two sisters Mrs. B. B. Handy and Mrs. L. R. Buchanan and a brother E. Horton.
Mexico claims against the United States for damages since 1868 total ninety million pesos about 45 million dollars, surpassing U S claims. Indemnities for Mexicans killed during the 1914 Vera Cruz occupation are included in the total.
The bantamweight title match at the Velodrome between Charley Rosenberg defending against Eddie Shea of Chicago has been postponed from tonight to tomorrow night due to rain. The bout, a highlight of New York sports, will feature Rosenberg seeking to retain the title against Shea in a scheduled arena showdown.
In Danville Virginia on July 22 a federal suit alleges R R Patterson Tucker C Watkins and F R Edington and other officers conspired 1922 1924 to re dry tobacco and pocket about 500000 from the Tobacco Growers Co operative Association Wade Halifax County represents a members group seeks half million restitution and a receiver for the pool.
The Monroe Grotto Band will perform in Ruston on Thursday night July 23 at 8 30 p m from the downtown band stand. Ruston officials close a street to aid traffic and ensure safety for spectators while Monroe preparations and a large turnout are anticipated. Prof J W Havener leads the band which, though young, has earned substantial reputation.
Local social notes record Miss Numa Ablewich of Greenville Texas visiting Miss Mildred Shell in Ruston. Monroe visitors include Chas Garrison and J. T. Shell group with Misses Madison and Ablewich. Mrs. Hugh Andrews Metairie shopped in town. F L Flewellen’s daughter's Ark trip noted. Other travelers include Melba Cox Edwin Cox Jonesboro and J L Head Hamilton Tenn.
Monroe druggists will close at 9 p m to permit proprietors and clerks to hear a lecture on Sales and Service by George M Wessels of Los Angeles at the city hall council chamber. L J Davis of I L Lyons Co New Orleans arranged tonight's appearance with courtesy from the New Orleans firm.
Alexandria July 22 quick action by Andrew Johnson a Black assistant today probably saved the life of Arthur Durham 21 electrician when his foot touched a 2300 volt light wire in front of the power house Johnson rushed into the power house shut off the current and Durham was taken to a hospital
W A Archie a 40 year old black farmer was hit by an automobile driven by Charles Carter while walking across the highway near Perryville. Archie suffered a fractured hip and a lacerated hand and was taken to St Francis sanitarium. He has farmed for 25 years and is well respected by white neighbors.
Real estate dealers listed offer experienced service for buying selling or renting commercial residential or suburban properties. They promise efficient handling and time saving guidance for prospective clients.
Preparations for Camp Pilbio highlight safety with Red Cross life-saver Barney Oakland in charge of swimming and a roped off swimming hole with buoys. The six day camp runs Monday to Saturday with full days and no idle time, now in its fifth year at Filhiol's Park. Registration closes Thursday for any remaining scouts.
Col. H. C. Hart, Civil War veteran and 7th Texas Cavalry member, is recovering from a mashed arm after being run over by a U S and P train. He serves as a messenger for St Francis sanitarium and recalls battles with notable family ties to Sam Houston. He claims to be 80 years old and still hale.
A blaze last night near the city south limits caused about 700 dollars in damage at a house on Columbia Road. Fire officials suspect incendiary origin and say two back rooms were saved along with some furniture. The home of H. L. Gregg of West Monroe, occupied by Mary Taylor, was not insured.
E. T. Dickson, formerly general superintendent of the G. and S. I. railroad based in Hattiesburg, has been appointed superintendent of the Gulf and Ship Island by the Illinois Central railroad. He will keep offices in Hattiesburg and may expand his staff there.
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