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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1909
Page
4
A concise survey notes widespread labor strikes as a sign of renewed prosperity. References to June brides and tariff history contrast with quirky remarks on royal polo spills and a high cost light opera casting. Reports mention Japan pursuing airship destroyers amid global experimentation.
The Hon. Flag Staff Foraker of Ohio reportedly has gained twelve pounds since President Taft’s inauguration and is said to harbor plans to run for governor of Ohio, signaling political ambition within the Buckeye State.
The text urges leaving behind regret for what could have been and emphasizes seizing the present opportunities and responsibilities. It motivates decisive action and accountability in the current moment, framing the present as the time to act.
The article notes that tariff policy is central to the party and that many leading Democrats in and out of Congress hold mistaken views. It suggests the tariff dispute may be driven by local or sectional interests rather than national consensus.
The News-Star urges harmony between Parish and City officials on a drainage system for Monroe. It concedes some misstatements in yesterday’s article, backs Breard’s statement, and calls for a mutual plan to introduce and maintain an adequate drainage system benefiting both country and city.
State Superintendent Harris backs parish boards giving Louisiana school teachers preference. About 2000 trainees attend summer normal schools to improve qualifications, with most already meeting teaching exams. While they study, some superintendents hire teachers from outside the state, which is improper when capable Louisiana teachers are available.
The statement argues that better results come from relying on home talent within the classroom. It suggests prioritizing local, familiar staff and methods over external or borrowed expertise.
The Vicksburg Post notes a June 11 unveiling of a monument to General Stephen Bill Lee in the National Military Park redoubt where he stood against Union forces. Ex President Roosevelt funded the effort and General Fred Grant will represent the government at the ceremony.
A piece argues that true kindness requires action beyond words. It urges practical support for heavy-hearted individuals facing sorrow or financial strain, comparing warm deeds to fuel for warmth and stressing the need for acts that dovetail with professed concern to lift others.
An optimistic moral piece cites Buster Brown about faith guiding progress. It argues that belief yields truth, progress, and fortunes, praising honesty, virtue, and self belief as essential to advancing technology and society.
Mr Clews a renowned broker and financial expert expresses optimism about the future and a satisfactory crop outlook despite recent adverse weather including torrential rains wind hail and floods that some fear have caused more damage than it has in fact. The wheat crop remains a focal point in the discussion.
The report notes a sharp drop in wheat acreage but a likely bumper corn crop of three billion bushels pending early frosts. Cotton also looks bright for good figures, though it remains the most uncertain crop due to weather volatility.
The South pursues foreign trade to aid industrial growth in cotton and iron. Expanded mills will increase exports of refined products and jobs, while Southern ports and railways strengthen direct lines of American flag vessels to global markets. The South aims to control seas trade alongside domestic revenue needs.
A Lake Charles Press comment lists varied hours for different jobs from eight hours for bricklayers to twenty four for newspaper men, with sermonizing two hours and government service one hour, highlighting subjective work definitions.
Jackson of Dodson reports a seven bushel potato crop costing about ten dollars. He sold five bushels and kept a large supply for home use and fall seed. He sold liberally on the home market and plans larger plantings next year, pleased with his first trial in potato growing.
The Crowley (Louisiana) chief of police promotes a method called Red Neck Justice claiming it costs little and yields quick contrition. A local newspaper editorial praises rope punishment as effective and morally wholesome, arguing it deters crime without costly court or deputy fees.
President Finley of the Southern Railway addresses University of the Carolinas students urging them to seek opportunities at home among Southern people. He says the South’s economic strength and natural resources grow, financing improves, and faithful youth will be richly rewarded as the region begins its development, with no crowding of population.
Far-sighted financiers railroad men and industry leaders foresee the South as the focal point for America’s growth in the coming two decades, with major opportunities for those who pursue them. The Washington Post notes broad confidence in regional expansion and investment.
The United States will own and defend the Panama Canal as part of its territory. No neutral status or international guarantee is planned. no broad treaty to ensure neutrality is sought. The War Department pursues fortification plans and may deploy a military board to the Canal Zone to study ground before final decisions and funding.
In a Denver Republic montage a playful clash erupts as readers jab at Bacon and Shakespeare. A Cleveland Leader quip about doctors and estates follows, reflecting newspaper humor and light satire of the era.
Private notice notes concern from a proprietor requesting creditors to heed warnings after a vandal tore down a "Post No Bills" sign and replaced it above a mailbox. The exchange with a janitor highlights property disturbance and signage impact.
In a light exchange from the Washington Star a man, Mr Chuggins, laments poor value from his car and asks for better sport. Miss Cayenne replies that a joy ride with his chauffeur could provide the needed entertainment.
A survey of party activity and candidates across states. Prohibitionists push a vigorous Texas campaign while Maryland Republicans plan a late August convention in Baltimore. Georgia governor elect Brown scales back inaugurations. Taft named honorary president at a Boston Unitarian anniversary. Texas gubernatorial contenders emerge including Judge William Poindexter of Cleburne. Former Senator Hansbrough resigns after salary dispute. New York Democrats consider election law amendments to protect delegates. The Cleveland and Ryan tie is noted as a past friendship. Georgia Liberal party readying a full state ticket under Sidney C. Tapp with William Lorimor as a figure in the campaign.
The city switches from ward to commission governance with recall initiative and referendum. It ends party politics and imposes franchise restrictions. Colorado legislation grants broad charter freedom, making it the liberalest municipal charter in the state. Illinois senator and other officials are mentioned among recent political shifts.
I T Reams announces a stereopticon lecture at Monroe courthouse next Tuesday at 8 p m detailing Yellowstone slides from his own negatives. The show promises full explanations and a guided tour covering about 150 miles, offering a clearer view than a film without leaving your seat.
A Monroe reader commends Rev I T Reames for a stereopticon lecture on Wonderland Yellowstone Park. The event, tinted by McIntosh, featured life size, realistic views and strong data from Reames two Montana visits. The lecture is set for Tuesday night June 15 at the court house in Monroe.
Statement B argues that a unified drainage scheme for both Monroe city and its county is essential. It claims current Monroe plans only drain the city and would require combined efforts and costs for a true regional solution, lowering expenses for all taxpayers.
The Police Jury approved two special elections to levy ten mills for five years to support schools. In Calhoun district No. 7 a central high school and state agricultural high school in the area are planned. In district No. 25 Ward 5 a similar tax election is set. A new Road Committee also formed with D A Breard as chair and J E Hanna as secretary.
The United States will erect a marble monument of General A S Grant costing about 8500 in the Confederate section of Finns Point national cemetery Salem New Jersey to mark the graves of 2460 Confederate officers and men who died as prisoners at Fort Delaware Commissioner Oates oversees plans to fence Camp Chase Confederate cemetery Columbus Ohio and the Confederate cemetery at North Alton Illinois
Allen's Pharmacy Ltd advertises Steinmesch's celebrated chick and hen feed for poultry needs. Local store promotes quality poultry feed and supplies.
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