Probably the Last Reunion of the Old Confederates
The article notes that reunion ranks of former Confederates are thinning as time passes, marking an end of a recurring gathering tradition and signaling diminished attendance.
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1909
Page
1
Knights of Pythias Legal Battle Over Negro Name Rights
Nashville Tenn June 8 Some litigation affecting the Knights of Pythias is expected to be launched soon The main issue to be raised concerns whether or not Negroes may use the Knights of Pythias name and insignia in certain contexts An early court action is anticipated to resolve the right to the name and its associated symbols
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Pythias
Congress
Order
Supreme Court of Georgia
Grand Lodge
Colored Knights of Pythias
Supreme Court
Colored Knights
Grand Lodge of
Tennessee
Grand Keeper of
Nashville, Tenn
Louisville
New Orleans
Toledo
Atlantic City
Imperial Council
Jas. Wemmington Boyle
Zigara
Utica
Abourkir
Imperial Couneil
Alderman
Well Street
George Street
Richmond
Vas
Knights of the Mystic Shrine
Edwin Anderman
Cedar Rapids
Imperial Council of Shriners
A. S. 86 Extension Plans For Arkansas Line
Plans to extend the Arkansas Louisiana and Gulf railroad north from Hamburg through Monticello and Pine Bluff to DeVall’s Bluff are under preparation. Officials report enthusiasm and expect start of work in the fall with a connection to the Rock Island at DeVall’s Bluff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkansas, Louisiana and Gulf Railroad
Viamburg
Hamburg
Monticello
Pine Bluff
DeVall’s Bluff
Rock Island
Tron Mountain
de Vall’s Bluff
J. M. Parker
T. J. Shelton
Chicago
Alfred Cowles
Wm. A. Otis
Shelton
DeVall's Bluff
OMAINERS HAVE A GALA DAY
Politicians featured prominently as Omainers celebrated a gala day with political events and spirited proceedings.
Breare Counsel Critiques Editorial Conclusions
Mr Breare issues a formal protest against certain conclusions in a recent editorial. He argues the piece misstates facts and overlooks key context, urging readers to reexamine the issue with attention to verifiable details.
Drainage District Plan Sparks Reply from Monroe Police Jury
The Police Jury defends creating a drainage district spanning Monroe and about 44 000 acres east of the city. They deny setting a five mill tax and say future funding depends on taxpayers and the drainage commission. They argue city and country would share costs and note constitutional provisions allow future taxes beyond five mills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
News-Star
Monroe
D. A. Brard
Hig
City of
Younes Bayou
Drainage Commission
Selman
Not Guilty Pleas in Baptist Orphanage Case
Rev. Mr. Trice and Miss Elvira Youngblood were arraigned in Judge Overton's court and entered not guilty pleas to assault and battery charges. The case was set for June 19. Miss Youngblood's father arrived to aid in defense as the orphanage board investigates the affair. Child Monroe Kelly remains with Sheriff Reid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Charles
June S
J. E. Trice
Louisiana State Baptist Orphanage
Elvira Youngblood
Trice
James A. Williams
Miss Youngblood
Parson
Mansfield
Parsons
Overton
Board of Control
Monroe Kelly
Reid
Fire damages residence of Mr G A Burnett in city street clash
A morning blaze partially destroyed the home of G A Burnett at South First Street and Louise Ann Avenue. Origin traced to a defective kitchen fire. nearly all contents damaged. Estimated loss about 1000 dollars, insured for 1580 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. Burnett
South First Street
Louise Ann Avenue
Working Men of the Navy Propaganda to Be Nipped in Bud
Authorities move to suppress anarchist propaganda aimed at sailors as a disturbing trend in naval circles prompts action. The effort targets leaflets and posters circulating among crew members urging anti establishment sentiment and mutinous behavior.
Navy Secretary cites arch Conspiracy to harm patriotism in forces
Washington June 9 Secretary Meyer told the President and cabinet that an arch conspiratorial element seeks to inflame prejudice and destroy the patriotism and efficiency of naval enlistments. Action against those responsible may be taken via the Postmaster General, with detectives already tracing originators of inflammatory documents. Meanwhile a desertion case from the Presidio led to a suspect escape in Arizona and transfer to Yuma county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Secretary of the Navy
Meyer
Navy
General Board
Navy Department
Hitchcock
Secent
United States
War Department
Presidio
Monterey
Cal
Arizona
Yuma County
Also Mentioned on This Page
Memphis
Veterans and Sons
United Confederate Veterans
Veterans and Sons of Veterans
South
Houston
Mobile
Nashville
Chattanooga
Jefferson Davis
Theev
Edwards
Norfolk
God
Thor
Knights OF Pytphias
A. S
DeVall's
An Wleern Trust CO
Uriah Millsaps
F.B. Stubbs
Travis Oliver
H. A. Millsaps
Ass’t
The
Central Savings Bank & Trust CO
State Bank Examiner
Goungil
Raeld
MR. Breare
Polie
J. E. Morgan & CO
West Monroe
Courtl Es
wDaAy
Mr. Trice
Amrbach & Sons
Meek Co
DeSiard Street
IOES
Che Ouachita National Bank OF
Louisiana
Capital
T. E. Flournoy
Oliver B. Morton
F. G. Hudson
F. 8. Handy
Chis
National Bank
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