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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1912
Page
6
Lespedeza hay prices range 10 to 18 dollars per ton and should fetch as much as alfalfa or timothy when well cured and pure. As a fertilizer it fixes nitrogen like other legumes, enhances soil, and fits rotation with cotton, corn, and oats. Harvesting can fill idle periods from August to October, utilizing horses and mules efficiently.
Guanajuato Mex June 16 A cloudburst floods the city to four or five feet with many bodies carried miles down the valley. Recovery will take days as the town and surrounding mines face extensive damage from the rising Guana tajato river and San Antonio river confluence.
A deadly storm swept across Central West Missouri and Kansas City causing numerous deaths and widespread destruction. Reports indicate at least two fatalities in Kansas City and nineteen in Cass County between Merwin and Adrian, with many injuries and extensive property damage as lines and structures collapsed.
Brainera Minn June 17. A record-breaking attendance of delegates was present today as the annual convention of the Minnesota State Federation of Labor opened under President B G Hall. Routine business and legislative measures affecting organized labor will occupy the week long session.
In Buffalo on June 17 the Interstate Commerce Commission hosts representatives from leading U S water transportation lines. The talks center on a uniform accounting system and a plan for closer cooperation between steamship firms and the commission.
Summary outlines William H. Taft career from Cincinnati lawyer judge and U S Governor of the Philippines to Secretary of War and 1909 hunting trip before his 1912 Republican nomination bid. It also covers Robert M. La Follette Wisconsin senator and governor with reforms and 1911 Progressive Republicans conference endorsing La Follette for president.
Born in New York City on October 27 1868 he pursued Harvard studies and held offices from New York assembly member to police commissioner. He served as assistant secretary of the navy and led the Rough Riders in Cuba before becoming governor of New York and later vice president and president.
Born in Carmichael Pennsylvania February 15 1850 he rose from surveyor and railroad builder to Iowa governor serving 1901 1905 and senator from 1908 to 1915. He ran as anti Prohibition Republican and shaped reform measures and the Iowa idea calling for tariff reductions on monopolized products.
No young woman should neglect preparation for childbirth. Mother's Friend aids gradual expansion of tissues and keeps breasts in good condition, offering comfort during pregnancy. The product is advertised as valuable for both mother and baby, with a free booklet from Bradfield Regulator Co. Atlanta Ga.
Classifieds in the News-Star provide quick exposure for buyers and sellers. Readers find diverse listings from jobs to items for sale and services offered, with concise details and contact information.
Americans and their horses draw strong interest at Olympia as the International Horse Show opens in London. The event features record exhibits and prize money, with notable American exhibitors including Alfred G. Vanderbilt Judge William H. Moore J Sumner Draper and H L Pierce.
An old Monroe advertisement touts HOT SPRINGS LIVER BUTTONS as a gentle sure remedy for constipation and related ailments. It claims a 25 cent box is available at local druggists and offers a free sample from Hot Springs Chemical Co. in Arkansas.
Philadelphia June 16 Pastor Russell explains that passages about gnashing of teeth refer to sorrow and chagrin of Jews over AD 70. He says the text targets Israel as the natural heirs rejected, with Gentiles later entering the Messianic Kingdom as spiritual heirs.
A sweep of events fills the schedule with openings across sports and exhibitions. The London Olympia horse show begins as autumn programs launch, with additional tournaments and matches listed in cities including Greenville Little Rock Norfolk Albany Buffalo Philadelphia Juarez New London and St Louis.
Advice on treating whooping cough with Chamberlains Cough Remedy to loosen cough and liquify mucus. Claims safe effective in many epidemics and available from all dealers.
Mrs Rene B Morrow a member of Chicago's prominent women’s clubs was arranged in court to stand trial for the murder of her inventor husband Charles B Morrow. He was found shot to death on the rear porch of their Michigan avenue home on December 28. Relatives’ inquiry uncovered domestic trouble and threats by Mrs Morrow.
Advertises Chamberlain's Tablets as a pleasant laxative causing an agreeable bowel movement without unpleasant effects and invites a trial with sales through all dealers.
In Redwood City California on June 17 the trial of John H O Keefe longtime Menlo Park politician and ex saloon keeper charged with fatally beating Albert Freeman in a street quarrel resumed. Prosecutors expect a self defense claim will be offered by the defense.
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