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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1909
Page
1
Public prosecutor Samuel Untermyer openly denounces the Sugar Trust in a candid address. He argues for stronger anti trust actions and criticizes corporate practices amid mounting pressure on big sugar firms.
Samuel Untermyer, counsel for Adolph Segal in the Sugar Trust suit, declares the trust has long been a lawbreaker and a national scandal. He accuses powerful financiers of private conspiracies to fix prices and curb competition, calling enforcement of anti trust laws a farce and warning of a potential national upheaval.
In a dawn confrontation near Bragg Oklahoma deputy constable Kirk was killed while officers battled three train robbers. Robber Paul Williams was shot in the breast and captured. The gang aimed to rob the St Louis Iron Mountain and Southern freight train crew who had just received their pay.
Senator William Lorimer of Illinois took the oath of office in Washington. Rev. Ulysses Pierce, pastor of All Souls' Unitarian Church, was named chaplain per Senate resolution, with Taft attending services at the church.
Washington June 18 The Senate rejected Senator Brown's proposal to place print paper on the tariff free list by 29 to 52 Lorimer voted against the amendment.
A narrated piece from the Monroe News-Star describes the pursuit of The Mysterious Mr. Raffles as a real person in Monroe. The writer logs social encounters while gathering members for a club, detailing odd observations and local spots visited during the chase. The piece ends with a tease of continuing on page 5.
Airdome offers a five dollar reward for possession of the latest ticket from that popular entertainment venue. Parlor City Tailoring Haus also offers a five dollar reward for a card issued by the firm.
A disguised visitor recounts a genteel chase through Monroe streets, noting timid local women, a fast stroll, and bustling encounters with a soda dispenser friend. He hints at his undercover work and visits Grand street residences while avoiding attention from pursuing sleuths.
The Gould divorce case reaches a potential climax today as MOS testifies in New York. The high profile proceedings involve key arguments over support and custody amid intense public scrutiny.
The report notes four people injured in an automobile accident as races commence today. The Gould household witness line continues with Mrs. Gould’s testimony anticipated, and valet Harry Veitch testifies about her drinking in 1905 06 and travels in the West Indies and Europe.
Adolph Magnus Florence Packard and Harriett Barnes of Chicago were injured when their automobile overturned en route to the motor car races in Crown Point Indiana. Charles Armstead of Chicago was seriously injured in another crash. Many minor accidents reported in the parking rush.
In Crown Point Indiana the first Western Vanderbilt automobile road races opened today with perfect weather. Immense crowds attended as the event started with a ten lap race totaling about 232.74 miles for the Indiana trophy.
In Plandreau June 18 Mrs Kauffman accused of murdering Agnes Poleires a domestic was found guilty of assault and battery and sentenced to pay a $500 fine or fifty days in jail. The fine was paid.
New Orleans reporter Adler pushes for freedom amid ongoing coverage. note indicates continuation on page 5.
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