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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1912
Page
4
The News-Star announces Burk Bridges of Claiborne Parish as a Third District Railroad Commissioner candidate and J J Meredith of Caldwell Parish as a candidate for re election from the Third District both subject to Democratic party action.
Authorized notices announce Ben C. Dawkins of Monroe as a candidate for the Democratic Primary for District Judge in the Sixth District Morehouse and Ouachita Parishes. Also announced is Percy Sandel for the same district and seat within the same parishes.
Fred M. Odom of Morehouse parish runs for re election to the District Attorney post in the Sixth Judicial District which includes Morehouse and Ouachita parishes. The move is subject to the Democratic primary.
R Harry Oliver of Ouachita parish seeks nomination for District Attorney in the Sixth Judicial District parishes Morehouse and Ouachita, subject to Democratic primary action.
The record notes ROBERT O. RANDLE involved in a proposal to merge parishes Morehouse and Ouachita under a new accord. Details remain brief as the document outlines the composition and subject to conditions set by authorities.
A Louisiana House bill would allow any group with five percent of votes in a general election to be recognized as a political party. The piece argues Republicans are almost extinct, while some see it as aiding a weak party and criticizes voters who aligned with Democrats and then voted Republican, calling for absolution before suffrage rights.
A discussion of Louisiana politics argues for two strong parties while condemning negro suffrage aims. It recalls Taft and Bryan in 1908 and notes sugar planters appealing to Republicans. The piece reflects on rapid global changes and the fleeting nature of news.
The piece argues that news is fleeting as public attention shifts quickly to new events. It cites the Titanic wreck and various wars to illustrate how even major disasters fade from daily papers, with readers moving on to fresh, more dramatic topics.
The Cuban president Gomez asks Uncle Sam to send aid and troops to protect planters as unrest worsens. Washington ships 5000 rifles and 1 million rounds to Cuba amid protests and a growing revolt led by opposition factions.
The article urges women to focus on stomach and bowel health rather than cosmetics. It praises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as mild and effective for regular bowel movements, claiming one daily movement helps reduce need for stronger medicines. Testimonies from Mary McElderry and Mrs. J H Harrison are cited, and a free sample offer is extended from Dr W B Caldwell in Monticello Illinois.
The piece urges readiness for American ships and troops to defend US interests in Cuba. It warns that Cuban unrest may invite intervention and predicts violence against American plantations and subjects. It portrays Cubans as politically driven and suggests strict, impartial action once intervention is decided.
The Bulletin of the Louisiana State Board of Health summarizes the epidemic cerebrospinal meningitis in the state from January to May 12, detailing each case from discovery to death or discharge. It showcases the board’s energy and efficiency under Dr. Oscar Dowling’s presidency.
The New Orleans Daily States and the Item renew their public dispute, a frequent quarrel the public views with disinterest. Meanwhile Col. Ewing has secured the national committeeman role, upsetting Item editors who believed he shouldn’t have it.
The Louisiana Supreme Court opinion by Judge Provosty affirms the Board of Health may create and enforce a comprehensive sanitary code, enabling expert sanitarians to codify health regulations. The ruling promises stricter enforcement, fewer petty laws, and stronger public health protection across the state. Also notes Chamberlains Tablets aid digestion for older adults, sold by all dealers.
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