Monroe Urges Exemption From Smith Bill For City Utilities
A House committee report backs the Smith bill but Monroe urges an amendment to except the City of Monroe. The letter argues a single charter cannot fit all towns and cities and notes Monroe’s unique municipal ownership of utilities including a salt water bath for public use. It contends general provisions would hinder progress and raise elections, urging the Legislature to exclude Monroe from the measure.
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Heard Named as Possible Governor Candidate
The Ruston Leader notes Ex-Governor William W. Heard of Union parish as a likely gubernatorial candidate. Though a recent New Orleans resident, he is a North Louisiana man with strong regional support. Supporters say his Heard administration was honest, businesslike, and would suit Louisiana as the state plans to refund its debt in coming years.
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New Orleans
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Furlow audit bill reported unfavorably by House committee
A brief News-Star special reports the Furlow audit bill referred to a House committee was reported unfavorably by that panel. The note adds a brief positive sentiment.
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Measure Die Hard in Louisiana Legislature
The commentary notes the measure failed with little opposition beyond annoyance and harassment concerns. It argues the bill lacked fairness and did not bring altruism, personal motive, or retaliation, and asserts the legislature cannot be used as a cat’s paw. The writer welcomes the measure's demise and hopes proponents recognize the Legislature’s limits.
Initiative and referendum tested in Oklahoma capital move
The Arkansas plan to vote on an initiative and referendum is contrasted with Oklahoma City s effort to place Guthrie or Shawnee as the capital via a petition driven vote. The piece notes real estate speculation and discusses how similar ballot powers could shift university locations and capital sites without legislative input.
Not News But Views From Louisiana Editorials
A string of sharp local opinions critiques spending by parish School Boards approving 1285 for an automobile for the superintendent and questions the purpose of such funding. The Courier lampoons protective commissions and oil magnates, accusing them of cronyism and protecting interests over education or genuine public good.
Witty exchanges on marriage and honesty in papers
Dialogue snippets show suitors' ploys to win daughters with feigned honesty and humor. Quotations from Chicago Tribune Cleveland Leader Louisville Courier Journal and Chicago Record-Herald reveal social plays on marriage, manners, and dialogue.
Behrman Demands Editors Behind Bars Over Article
Baton Rouge June 14 Mayor Behrman vows to jail Item editors who published an editorial claiming he started the Progressive Union racing movement. He writes District Attorney Adams urging grand and petit juries to act, insisting the piece is false and libelous and seeks legal redress.
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Haskell Sets Election Date Amid Court Appeals
Guthrie Oklahoma June 14 a writ of mandamus is pending but Governor Haskell proclaims June 9 that August 2 will be the state wide primary and the vote on the grandfather clause amendment despite appeals in the state Supreme Court and possible federal action by the Socialist Party and negroes at risk of disfranchisement.
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New Automobile Line Introduced by Currie and Wexler
Fred N. Currie and Sam Wexler form the Motor Truck Company and buy a 45 H. P. Grabowsky truck with 1.5 ton capacity. They also acquire a 45 H. P. Grabowsky sightseeing car for twenty passengers, leather seats, 127 inch wheel base, 4000 pound weight. They plan drayage service and park trips with tours to Monroe area points. announcements to follow in the News-Star.
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News-Star
Poisoning Cotton for the Boll Weevil Ad
After the rain, when no other work can be done, every man, woman and child can spray the cotton at about 25 cents per acre. It cannot be done by machinery then. For details contact B. W. Marston of Shreveport Louisiana. P. S. Beware of quacks. Anthony F. Blanky will teach at Greenbrier camp for boys in West Virginia and may take a few boys from Monroe.
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Shreveport
P. S
Anthony F. Blanky
Greenbrier
West Virginia
Monroe
McMillan Property Listing Ad No Sale No Charge
A real estate notice invites readers to list properties with McMillan offering a no sale no charge policy. The brief promotes agent services and emphasizes risk-free listing to property owners seeking sale.
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Ransdell Seeks Re election in Fifth District
Joseph E. Ransdell of East Carroll announces candidacy for reelection to Congress from the Fifth Congressional district subject to Democratic primary action.
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T. H. McGregor
Richland Parish
Fifth
Joseph E. Ransdell
East Carroll
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