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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1912
Page
4
The News-Star announces Burk A Bridges of Claiborne Parish as a Third District Railroad Commissioner candidate. J J Meredith of Caldwell Parish is named for re election in the Third District, both subject to Democratic party action.
We are authorized to announce Ben C Dawkins of Monroe as a candidate for the nomination of District Judge in the Sixth District formed by Morehouse and Ouachita parishes subject to the Democratic Primary. Percy Sandel is also announced for the Sixth District formed by Morehouse and Ouachita parishes under the Democratic Primary process.
Fred M. Odom of Morehouse parish runs for re election as District Attorney for the Sixth Judicial District which includes Morehouse and Ouachita parishes subject to Democratic primary action.
J. HARRY OLIVER of Ouachita parish seeks the Democratic nomination for District Attorney of the Sixth Judicial District covering Morehouse and Ouachita parishes. Robert O. Randle of Ouachita parish also pursues the nomination in the same race.
A historical note explains Monroe’s Grant Bill as too drastic and undemocratic, while supporters push Bryant Bill amendments. The piece recalls petitions, public apathy, and shifts in opinion, comparing it to lightning rod trends and the rise and fall of the inventor John Cole in a wary view of changing reforms.
The piece argues petitions favoring a commission plan conceal a goal to remove elected officials and let the Governor dictate local affairs. It notes likely amendments, including drainage and schools, with January 1915 effectiveness, and questions the bill’s fate and the public’s role in the act. Richland Beacon News cites Monroe opposition and Bryant’s legislative role as for the people.
Fragmentary wording describes ongoing improvements and changes in methods and old practices, noting frequent transformation without pause to observe. The text emphasizes progress and shift from established ways to new approaches.
The piece argues Leap Year customs prompt young women and widows to push maidhood into marriage. It contrasts female aims for stable matrimony with male indifference, laments lack of direct inquiries, and notes Ex Governor Blanchard's rumored return to the Louisiana convention for another chance at a significant career chapter.
J J Meredith submits his candidacy for re election as Railroad Commissioner for the Third District Columbia La June 10 1912 He notes moving to Baton Rouge then returning to his district to reduce travel costs and bolster local knowledge He claims record of improving service lowering rates and aiding Interstate Commerce Commission matters while criticizing insufficient state funding for travel and urging continued support.
American National Insurance Company of Galveston Texas opens an office in Central Savings Bank and Trust Company building room 115. They offer life health and accident insurance and guarantee personal attention to all claims. Superintendent J V Patterson invites investigation of contracts before placing insurance elsewhere.
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