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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1914
Page
3
A bill by Senator Leon R. Smith of Caddo proposes a libel statute requiring newspapers to publish full corrections when demanded, with liability limited to actual damages if corrected, or punitive and actual damages if no correction is published, and repealing conflicting laws.
Baton Rouge June 12 A bill regulating near-beer manufacture and sale to block its use as a cover for intoxicants will be introduced in the Senate as a counter to the Anti Saloon League proposal. The Sullivan drafted measure sets strict production rules and labeling and imposes fines and jail terms for violations.
The Weil family expresses thanks for kindness at the funeral and to the cemetery society. A National Brotherhood of Operative Potters referendum re-elected President Edward Menge and other officers. New York City steamfitters merge with the United Association of Plumbers and Steamfitters. Missouri trades unions show wages up by 1,245,984 dollars for the year ending June 30, 1913, as union membership tops two million in America.
An advertisement claims women can have beautiful hair with intelligent care using Newbro's Herpicide. It promises dandruff removal, prevention of hair loss, and healthier growth with scalp cleanliness. Available in 50¢ and 1.00 sizes, guaranteed, sold by Chase & Collens Company as special agents.
The piece notes star salaries rise with three major leagues competing and the Federal League driving higher pay. It highlights fairness concerns among players, mentions Walter Johnson and A Rankin Johnson, and recalls Johnson’s Texas origins and rookie start with the Red Sox.
Results yesterday show Philadelphia defeated Cincinnati 5 to 1, Boston beat Pittsburg 5 to 3, Chicago triumphed over Pittsburg 7 to 6, and St. Louis edged Brooklyn 8 to 7.
Philadelphia defeated Cleveland 6 to 1 while Washington beat Chicago 5 to 6 Detroit lost 1 to Boston 6 St Louis prevailed 9 to 2 over New York in a set of AL results.
Results show Kansas City defeated Brooklyn 5 to 1 while Buffalo beat St Louis 6 to 1. Baltimore won over Chicago 6 to 4 and Indianapolis edged Pittsburg 5 to 4.
A compact score summary shows Mobile 19 over Montgomery 16, Birmingham 16, New Orleans 2, Memphis 7, Atlanta 6, Nashville 4, and Chattanooga 6 in the latest regional football results.
Waco defeated San Antonio six to one while Galveston edged Fort Worth five to three. Beaumont beat Austin by six to four. Houston topped Trilog two to zero.
Standings show Monroe Hardware Co. & 2 TAO Federals tied at five wins five losses. Dads and Old G. share 3 and 375 Iron Mountain lists 2 and 250, with 625 Old G. Dads and related figures scattered in the table.
Results list shows Federals 8 over Old G. Dads 2. Monroe Hardware posts 6 while Tron Mountain fails to score 0. No further context or dates provided.
Two upcoming matchups are scheduled for next Sunday featuring Iron Mountain facing the Federals and Old G Dads taking on Monroe Hdw Co. in local competition.
The Iron Mountain faces the Federals in the opener of tomorrow’s City League doubleheader. The Federals are missing two players while the Railroaders have strengthened, making the outcome uncertain. Monroe Hardware meets Brooks in the second game as Old Grand Dress and leaders pursue real baseball. Attendance rises as players improve and Sundays attract free admission for ladies.
Doc Ayers now with Washington won twelve straight games after six double headers in Virginia. Alfred H Fritzi Von Kolnitz, Reds outfielder, sworn in by Ohio bar member at Chief Justice Gary. Pat Ragan of the Brooklyn Superbas reputedly leads in tobacco consumption. St Louis fans see three first division teams steady and Burns with the Giants delivers timely hitting.
Cleveland fans abandon hopes for the Naps finish and focus on Joe Jackson as he battles to win the American League batting title.
Effa Rixey leaves college in Virginia to join the Philadelphia Nationals while Hoff from the Yankees stars for John Ganzel's Rochester hustlers. Joe Tinker's Chifeds challenge the Baltimore Terrapins for the Federal league pennant as Detroit and the Tigers fight in the American race without Ty Cobb.
Manager George Stallings signs Brooks Ellison a catcher from Milledgeville Georgia to the Boston Braves roster. Philadelphia fans welcome the return of Jack Coombs to the game as news spreads of his comeback. Coombs suffered a rupture during the World Series between the Athletics and the Giants.
The British Amalgamated Society of Engineers reports a steady rise in membership, increasing by about 1,000 members each month amid ongoing recruitment efforts and labor organizing.
Gus Williams of the Browns, who led the American League in batting, has dropped in recent games after a hot start, affecting team hopes as the season progresses.
Vic Saier, Cubs first baseman, is a fan favorite in Chicago known for silence and hard work. Gavvy Cravath remains a long distance slugger for Philadelphia while Rube Marquard has been tinged by Gavvy’s two homer game. Jim Delehanty backs Federal league growth with optimism. Harry Lord eyes Portland club stake after White Sox exit. Washington DC hosts the Operative Plasterers International Association annual convention.
The city of Quebec plans construction of a Labor Temple to serve workers and union members, highlighting a new civic project expected to provide meeting halls and community space downtown.
If you suffer from bleeding itching or protruding piles send your address for details on a home absorption treatment that promises relief and permanent care. Free trial samples may be sent with local references upon request. Write to Mrs. M Summers Box P Saute Bend lod.
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