24 Jul 1911
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1911
Page
1
In Baton Rouge, Governor Wilton Wally inaugurated the Campyocn facility as part of the state’s barbecue initiative. Local officials joined the ceremony to celebrate the opening and its anticipated community impact.
The July 24 report from Baton Rouge says a large August 5 rally and barbecue for Governor Sanders aims to boost his candidacy for the United States Senate. Transportation by rail and boat is arranged from multiple points, with prominent speakers and extended remarks to defend his record as governor and outline national positions.
W C Chevis, Foster campaign manager, reports heavy mail and favorable parish news as invitations pour in for meetings across Louisiana. Foster plans to tour parishes once Congress adjourns, meeting voters face to face and arguing his honest record before Democrats in the state.
The piece highlights Democrats backing a leader with a clean record and predicts a handsome win for Senator Foster. Judge Luther Hall sails to New Orleans to join the Good Government League campaign committee and plan a southern tour of the Third District to canvass several towns. He expects two to three weeks away.
New Orleans July 24 Michel headquarters reports growing confidence in his Democratic nomination bid. A brief week in which Michel met supporters in the city and discussed his candidacy is summarized as solidifying gains.
Ward Hines says President Taft favored Lorimer after Boutelle reportedly told him of Taft's support. The remark centers on Taft's stance during the Lorimer controversy and reform discussions.
Edward Hines testified before the Senate Lorimer Committee that Henry S. Boutelle said President Taft wanted a Republican senator from Illinois and would assist Lorimer’s election. Hines showed Boutelle’s handwriting claiming Taft preferred Lorimer as a candidate and would help.
The Radio Salt Water Natatorium proves popular this season with May and June receipts for the Municipal Electric Railway showing gains over 1910. The larger pool invites swimmers of all ages and classes, though crowding is reduced by more space. Swimming is praised as the best full body exercise, with cautions on time in water and occasional health claims linked to regular water consumption.
Chairman Ball reports a small margin victory for anti prohibition forces in Texas. The result ends the statewide prohibition drive and shifts momentum to reformers.
In Houston on July 24, Prohibitionists claim the tally is very close and may require an official count. Chairman Ball concedes a likely anti prohibitionist majority but alleges fraud. Drys may seek court action and push legislative investigation and resubmission to a public vote.
In Texas the Anti Prohibitionists hold the early unofficial lead in the statewide prohibition election per Associated Press reports. The majority remains under 40060 with late returns possible to swing the result toward the Prohibitionists as many papers report a still close race.
The latest statewide Texas prohibition results reported by the Galveston-Dallas News show prohibition 225,522 to 228,933 against prohibition, an anti majority of 3,411 after revision. Five counties have not reported, possibly under 1,000 votes each, and 47 counties have only partial returns.
The chatter claims two candidates will run for representatives to align with Governor Hall when he assumes office in Baton Rouge. Local representatives are seen as likely to support his plans as activity intensifies.
Robi Davis of Ansley and Dr McBride of Ansley appear in a charity accounting noting amounts 895.50 25.00 and 1.00 for the Good Samaritan Home.
Texas election returns show the prohibition amendment trailing by 2,170 votes with about 475,000 votes cast statewide. Anti prohibitionists claim victory while prohibitionsists allege fraud as courts and investigations loom. Dallas crowds tracked results as counties canvass upcoming full totals amid a tight contest.
After a five day trial the jury found Lou Allen guilty as charged in the extortion or black hand case, while husband T E Allen was found not guilty. Lou Allen faces one to twenty years in prison and a fine, with the crowd gathering in the Shreveport court. The verdict came four minutes after jurors entered the room and prompted a sobbing reaction from Mrs Allen and her family.
The reciprocity measure clears the Senate with 53 votes to 27 after Democratic support and insurgent Republican pressure. Analysts note the wool free list and La Follette schedule battles loom, with party lines and interparty alliances shaping expected tariff revisions. The bill awaits Executive approval and Canadian ratification.
Canada faces a critical hurdle as PAGT ratification appears required before the Reciprocity Bill can take effect. Officials warn that without formal approval, implementing reciprocal accords stalls, delaying cross border trade and cooperation.
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