13 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1912
Page
1
Mrs Zoe T Garig filed a divorce suit against her husband after a court hearing in which the couple’s case was presented. The action seeks dissolution of their marriage and related relief.
In a Louisiana court the woman, Zoe T. Garry Carson, appeared as her own attorney in a divorce suit against Rev. H. R. Carson, marking a historic moment as she faced delays and courtroom objections while presenting her case. The crowded room included many women summoned as witnesses.
Baton Rouge reports on a heated session where elections reform and recall proposals advanced after committee votes. The piece notes the recall clause set at 35 percent, the Fontenot bill aiding party organization, and partial support for open notice requirements, with House members drafting a public appeal to push Senate reform.
Havana June 13 The Cuban government objects to any US government mission arranging a settlement of the insurrection fearing recognition of demands by the negroes could result.
Within a few miles of his birthplace Congressman Robt C Wickliffe of Louisiana was buried this morning in Cave Hill cemetery Louisville. The ceremonies were simple as the widow wished and were attended by numerous prominent citizens.
The House unanimously directs a Judiciary sub committee to travel to Seattle and other locations to investigate charges against Federal Judge Hanford linked to the Olsen Socialist Citizenship controversy.
An informal meeting of the Democratic National Committee members with Norman Mack in Baltimore next week is expected to outline final plans for the Democratic National Convention, which opens Tuesday, June 25.
Washington June 18 The Interstate Commerce Commission holds that pipe line companies transporting oil between States are common carriers with obligations and orders thirteen of the largest pipe line companies to file schedules by September 1 distributing ownership in different States where pipelines remain interstate. Oil companies include the Standard Company of Louisiana.
Newman Georgia June 12 Enu gene Grace shot at home in Atlanta last March and partially paralyzed. Doctors operated to remove a bullet thought to have severed the spinal cord but found the spinal cord intact and the bullet embedded in a vertebra pressing the cord. Grace expected to recover. his wife Daisy Opie Grace now free on bond with trial set for the week of June 24, possible postponement due to Grace’s condition.
Miss Sophie B. Wright's will entered for probate provides that if sisters Mary R. Wright and Jennie B. Wright wish to continue the Home Institute as a school they receive all revenues and necessary support to run it. If not, estate is divided: one third to each sister, one third to three remaining heirs, and mementoes to named friends. $100 set aside for Emma White. No executors named. sisters and brothers to carry out wishes. Commencement at Minnesota U. Minneapolis reports 559 graduates as Dr. Albert Shaw delivers address.
Spartanburg South Carolina hosts the Epworth League annual conference with Bishop John C Kilgo and other churchmen as speakers over three days. Glen Macdonough and Raymond Hubbell collaborated on a musical play American Extravagance Abroad, to be produced by Klaw and Erlinger next fall. Lew Dockstader to perform in Mama's Baby Boy in New York.
A Republican gathering condemned Roosevelt amid internal strife as an attorney claimed he subscribes to Democratic views, prompting debate over party loyalty and exclusion. The meeting highlighted party rifts during the campaign season.
Chicago June 13 Committeeman W S Sturges of Arizona moved to bar Francis J Heney from the National Committee meeting on grounds he is a Democrat The motion failed Roosevelt supporters push a dark horse solution as Taft and Roosevelt battle Mississippi contests favor Taft with twelve seats while one Taft vote is claimed by both Taft and Roosevelt factions Howard a dual delegate undecided Missouri awards four at large to Roosevelt.
Pearl Wight of Louisiana fails to seat Roosevelt delegates as party divisions persist. Harry B New seeks recognition of the Loiser faction, while Gov. Chase E Osborne of Michigan has Roosevelt delegates seated for Taft. 111 contested seats remain, with expected decisions on Mississippi Missouri North and South Carolina Oklahoma and Tennessee. The Louisiana claim argues the subcommittee overstepped authority in consolidating factions. The Wight delegation contends February actions aimed to exclude Roosevelt representation. The opening day of the national convention looms as contests continue.
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