Planting Late Corn Says Late Planting Can Yield Strong Crops
Baton Rouge June 3 Inquiries to the Experiment Station prompt general guidance on late corn. Experiments show planting in June and July can yield well, with best results from Mexican June Laguna or Yellow Creole, Hastings Prolific as fallback. Grass worms pose risk after floods but natural enemies and control methods exist. root worm practices and early weed and insect management are advised. Late planting can still yield a substantial harvest, including fodder, if managed to the frost window.
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W. R. Dodson
Baton Rouge
Laguna
Physicians converge on Atlantic City AMA meeting
Physicians from across the United States Canada and several European countries gather in Atlantic City for the sixty third annual American Medical Association meeting beginning tomorrow. Leading medical authorities participate in general sessions and sectional conferences for a week of scientific work including a three day industry health conference to combat industrial diseases.
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Atlantic City
N. J
Notw Oak
United States
Canada
American Medical Association
Salvation Army aids family in need east of town
The American Salvation Army under Capt. W. H. Dalton seeks groceries and clothing for a family picked up east of town Saturday. Dalton has secured a house beds and bedding and as much groceries as possible. Donors may notify Capt. Dalton via Cumberland phone 100 for pickup.
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American Salvation Army
W. H. Dalton
Regulars Beat Athletics 9 to 2 In Ballgame Rematch
Regulars win 9 to 2 as Weeks dominates after rough first inning. T Terzia leads with three hits including a double while Miller and F Terzia contribute. Brooks struggles with control as four walks and three wild pitches aid the Regulars.
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Athletics
Miller
Brooks
T. Terzia
Monroe Grocer All Stars Beat Southern Grocer 32 to 15
In a long Saturday game reminding fans of Possum Fork versus Zion Hill the Monroe Grocer Company All Stars defeated the Southern Grocer Company 32 to 15. Key plays included Heavy Hitting Charles Bynum saving the game with three strikes as the score stood 0 to 0.
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Possum Fork
Zion Hill
Monroe Grocer Company
Southern Grocer Company
Leon Faulke
Rev. Handy
Ty Kennedy
Herbert Cloud
Henry Ray
Will Washburn
Tim Tippitt
Joe Washburn
R. Downes, Jr
J. R Anders
F. B. Yeager
John Williamson
Evans
Joe Williamson
Pat” Fort
Dan McCranie
Bynum If
Spain
Italy
Germany
Cord Stringer
Charles Bynum
City League officers to meet tonight on league organization
The officers and directors of the new City League are asked to gather at Dr. G. Surghnor's office at 8 o'clock. Important league matters will be discussed and all interested parties are urged to attend without fail.
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New City League
G. Surghnor
League
Monroe Fans Organize Benefit Nights for Shively Trips
To cover expenses of two trips by Dr. Shively to Monroe about securing entry into the South Central League, Monroe Furniture Company’s Mr Cobb arranged two benefit nights at the Princess Theatre on June 11 and 12. Organizers urge extensive ticket sales to support the cause.
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Monroe
Dr. Shively
Cobb
Monroe Furniture Company
Princess Theatre
American Teachers Chosen for Philippine Service
The Bureau of Insular Affairs has selected over a hundred American teachers for service in the Philippines. They come from top universities and normal schools and join nine thousand existing American and Filipino teachers to advance the public school system and meet local conditions. The move underscores the United States government’s educational commitments and opportunities for young, well educated personnel in the islands.
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Washington
Bureau of Insular Affairs
Philippine Islands
United States
Insular
Government Service
Orient
Bureau of Education
Philippines
East
San Francisco
King George V Birth and Royal Lineage Noted
A historical summary recalls King George V born at Marlborough House on June 3 1865 as the second son of Edward VII. It tracks his naval career, heir presumptive status in 1891, marriage to Victoria Mary of Teck in 1893, and the couple’s six children, with the eldest Edward approaching 18. It also notes birthdays of Paul M Potter and Rev Dr Cortland Myers.
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George V
United Kingdom
Great Britain and Ireland
Emperor
India
Marlborough House
King Edward VII
Prince George of Wales
Duke of Clarence
Prince George
Edward VII
Duke of Cornwall and
York
Princess Victoria Mary of
Teck
Prince Edward of Wales
Paul M. Potter
Cortland Myers
Tremont Temple
Boston
Confederate Veterans Dinner at Masonic Hall
Confederate veterans andAuxiliary societies held an annual dinner at the Masonic hall with Mr Thomas C Newton delivering a short address honoring Jefferson Davis birthday. Veterans along with ladies and children praised the event and the auxiliary generosity that funded the day.
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Masonic Hall
Thos. C. Newton
Jefferson Davis
South
Rain Comes After Drought Benefits Local Crops
A refreshing rain yesterday and last night aids crops of all kinds. It is the first rainfall in the area for a month, bringing beneficial moisture to the fields and pastures.
Hyde seeks first South Carolina electric chair execution
Samuel N. Hyde asked to be the first man executed in an electric chair in South Carolina after being sentenced for killing his wife and father-in-law. The judge granted the request and set July 5 as the execution date. The electric chair is to be installed later this month.
Inauguration Film of Gov Hall Shown At Local Theater
The Iron Mountain screening captured Gov Hall’s inauguration and related events including the big parade and ex Gov Sanders departure. The program also features the L S A track meet, three reels plus Rex Company films The Eternal Conflict and The Counting of Time, with outdoor scenes noted as beautiful. A special musical program accompanies the show and The Crisis may arrive Tuesday.
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Gov Hall
Iron Montain
Rex Company
Nestor
Senators Seek Nationwide Swamp Land Drainage Plan
Senator Fletcher of Florida presenting a petition to Congress requests reclamation of all swamp and overflowed lands in the United States. The Southern Commercial Congress adopted a resolution backing the move. A complete survey of over 80 million acres is urged, followed by drain plans for each project.
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Washington
United States
Congress
Fletcher
Florida
Southern Commercial Congress
Fourteen Children Living in West Virginia Congressman’s Family
Parkersburg West Virginia June 2 The birth of his fifteenth child today probably makes Representative John M Nelson of the Fourth district the parent of the largest family in Congress. Fourteen of the congressman’s children are living. the latest member is a daughter.
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Parkersburg
W. Va
Jigne
John M. Nelson
Tower House of Congress
Hogs Wanted by McGuire in West Monroe
Advert states McGuire seeks hog buyers at 790 Cumberland West Monroe Louisiana. Calls or address provided for sourcing highest market price. Public notice style classified ad with terse contact details.
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McGuire
Cumberland
West Monroe
Hotel Balsam N C Elevation 751 Feet
Promises invigorating atmosphere at the highest location east of the Rockies with modern equipment and first class service. Offers popular rates and invites readers to request a booklet from manager R. W. Macurdy.
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Balsam
N. C
Rockies
R. W. Macurdy
Radical Newspaper Dead. Lafourche Democrat Suspends
The Lafourche Democrat, a Good Government organ based in Cutoff since January 1904, halted publication after eight years. Founded by Joseph H. Price, later run by Mrs. G Ahribat Jr and her son, it backed the Good Government League and ceased due to radical campaign rhetoric. For sale by dealers.
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Lockport
Jame 2
Lafourche Democrat
The
Democrat
Joseph H. Price
Good Government League
City High School Alumni Banquet at New Star Hotel
The Monroe City High School Alumni Association hosts its third annual banquet at the New Star Hotel this evening at 7:30. Nearly all faculty members who are honorary members attend, along with the entire 1912 graduating class and many out of town alumni who traveled to Monroe for the event. The entertainment committee promises an interesting program and classic annual reunion mood.
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New York
Paris Green
Pel
A Borden Wheeler Springs
Borden Springs, Ala
Atlanta
Birmingham
Seaboards Air Line
Star
Borden-Wheeler
Dick Lindsay
Bass
BASE
F. Terzia
Mitchell, Aycock
Terzia
Kennedy and
MecCiendon
Mitchell
Aycock
Averett
Wall
Ea Ae
Ce Ee Eearet
Jackson
Faulk
S85
Guerriero
Poy Ee
Rourke
Princess
George Wiedemann Brewing Company
Newport
Kentucky
Wiedemanns
Wiedemann
Distributors
Monroe, Louisiana
Chatk
the Princess
Southern Commercial Body
Chamberlain
HOT Springs
Springs Chemical Co
Hot & Ark
Chase & Collens Co
Ir Monroe
Ings
Secial
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