Notice to accounts after consolidation of Monroe newspapers
All accounts of the Ouachita Printing Company Ltd and Star Printing Co Ltd prior to the 1909 consolidation, due and unpaid, will be placed with an attorney for collection after July 1. Statements have been mailed and settlement before month end is appreciated. Signed by J W Smith and G C Faulk. June 1909.
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Ouachita Printing Company, Ltd
Monroe News
Star Printing Co., Ltd
Ouachita Patg., Co., Ltd
J. W. Smith
Gould trial dulls New York prospects and profits
The report suggests New York will seem stale and unprofitable if the Gould trial continues. The line hints at financial and civic impact amid the high profile legal proceedings.
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New York
Gould
Roosevelt Says Get the Dollars
A New York policeman arrested a fifteen year old for kissing away his sweetheart tears. The incident prompts discussion on propriety and rights in romantic gestures between a man and a woman.
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New York
October Fair Could Boost Monroe and Ouachita Parish
In October a premier fair is planned for Monroe and Ouachita parish promising lasting benefit. Citizens are urged to support the event and aid its promoters to show civic pride and contribute to the town’s welfare.
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Monroe
Ouachita Parish
Failing Pardons Stir New Orleans Debate on Justice
A New Orleans board of pardons discussion prompts outrage over perceived favoritism and weak enforcement of laws in Louisiana. The piece argues murderers with influence often escape harsher penalties, while the poor face stiffer sentences, urging rigid law enforcement and an end to judicial leniency.
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Board of Pardons
New Orleans
Louisiana
William Allen
Leaspe
J. C. Theus
Bank of
Monroe
North
Timbered lands investment and law in Louisiana
A former district attorney cites concerns about Louisiana enforcing laws to protect timberland investors. He notes northern capital interest growing as he endorses strong legal protection to deter mobs night riders and violence. The letter references Mower of Rockford Illinois owning Bienville and East Carroll holdings. He argues such protection would attract capital to make Louisiana a leading state.
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Louisiana
Third
Mower
Rockford
Illinois
Bienville
East Carroll
J. C. Theus
Booster pledge urged to lift town morale in Monroe
An Abilene News booster pledge promotes cheering for public projects and constructive town support. It urges residents to back majority rule, avoid harsh criticism, speak positively about the community, and contribute to local prosperity.
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Texas
The
Abilene News
Monroe
Let Us Be Merciful Prisoner Labor Pay Debate
The Lauderdale county press argues prison labor at five dollars a month is shamefully low and urges mercy over harsh punishment. It cites John Ducas jailed for liquor sale who seeks release and questions State officials’ handling of minor offenses.
End of Two Year Limit on Farm Labor Costs
The old law limited jail time to two years, but the current code removes that cap. A prisoner like Ducas in Lauderdale could serve beyond two years to cover costs and days, earning only 16 2 3 cents a day or about five dollars a month, potentially eight years and seven months. Meridian Dispatch.
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Justice of the Peace
Ducas
Lauderdale County
Meridian Dispatch
Natchez Evening Record Suspends Publication
The Natchez Evening Record announces suspension of publication effective July 10. Since October 5, 1908 the paper offered up to date news with Associated Press service and honest editorials but operated at a loss. It thanks readers and advertisers for loyalty and notes the public will not support two papers in a single market.
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Evening Record
Associated Press
The
Contempt Cited to Undermine Enforcement by Mansfield Enterprise
A passage notes a degree of contempt that could cause the people to refuse to sanction enforcement, referencing Mansfield Enterprise.
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Mansfield Enterprise
Rogues Gallery Photos Questioned by New York Times
The New York Times argues against maintaining a rogues gallery to photograph the general public. It states police lack legal or practical right to photo anyone not accused of a crime, and even acquitted murder defendants must have all photos returned.
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New York Times
Ind
Cocaine Trade Fight Grows In New York
New York police prepare an active campaign against cocaine sellers aided by a new state law. Chicago notes earlier efforts, saying authorities have driven traffickers from open dealing and into covert operations, with ongoing vigilance expected to end the crime.
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New York City
Chicago
Chicago Tribune
Grain and produce trade imbalances raise state rail concern
The Red River valley farmers ship corn from out of state while St Martinville area growers send potatoes to Ohio and northern states. Merchants both import and pay high prices, with corn and potatoes coming from Iowa Missouri Illinois and Texas. The writer urges the state railroad commission to investigate interstate versus local rates and market duties.
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Red River Valley
St. Martinville
Ohio
Iowa
Missouri
Illinois
Texas
Jennings Herald
Wise and Otherwise Joke Exchange At Court
A humorous exchange describes a servant asking for a pound of tea for the missus and the grocer inquiring tea type. The servant pins the joke on a judge noting the author will do, stating she is blind as a bat.
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Shure
Auther
The Newspaper and business patronage in the city
A Jennings Daily Herald essay argues newspapers reflect local enterprise and rely on city business support. It states publishers need patronage and ad revenue from local merchants to survive, and that communities benefit when papers serve public interests without discounts to out of town promoters.
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Jennings Daily Herald
The Moth Checkers Nostalgia Piece Quips About Riches
The excerpt recalls a past era when money burned a hole in the speaker’s pocket. The speaker explains the method as spending on an old flame, a confession framed by Lippincott's magazine.
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Checkers
Neckers
Lippincott’s
Puzzle of Cigars Sparks Colorado Box Confusion
In Yonkers, Bill recalls a Havana cigar box marked Colorado, prompting Jill to confirm her habit. The brief exchange highlights a curious detail from a simple gift and hints at a possible misunderstanding about origin and brand.
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Bill
Jill
Colorado
Yonkers Statesman
Heaven Singers and Harp Players Conversation
Dialogue sketches a playful exchange about rewards in heaven with a quip about harps and listening souls. The exchange frames a humorous antic idea of eternal song and entertainment.
Domestic Scheme Reveals Secret of Oriental Rugs
In a Cleveland Plain Dealer exchange, Mrs H asks why Mrs R loves rugs. the reply jokes that dirtier rugs look more genuine, implying less sweeping needed.
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R.—Ti
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Verdict Reached in Chicago Case With Conditional Departure
The judge asks for the jury verdict and the foreman replies they find the accused not guilty but must leave town. This Chicago News item reports a court proceeding concluding with a conditional exit order.
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Chicago
Dancing Dissent Sparks Gentle Exchange
Dialogue rendition shows Jack critiquing Orme’s dancing style while Orme suggests variety by stepping on Jack’s left foot. The exchange plays on unequal tempo and playful confrontation.
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Jack
Orme
The Answer Framed as Simple Response by Western Legislator
A Philadelphia Public Ledger excerpt shows a Western legislator describing the purpose of a new bill as nothing simpler than a public discussion. The exchange emphasizes how the bill’s intent is framed by media coverage and public debate.
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Philadelphia Public Ledger
How Advertising Reflects a Town’s Economic Standing
The Minden Democrat argues a town’s true business vitality requires advertising support from local merchants. A newspaper alone cannot prove the town’s financial strength or market appeal without corroboration from enterprises backing it publicly.
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Minden Democrat
Implied Title Prompt Sparks Studio Conversation
An impressionist artist finishes a purple blue landscape as his wife enters. He asks for a suggested title and she suggests Home, explaining there is no place like it. Glasgow Times.
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Imprest
Glasgow Times
Game license fees anger rural hunters and youths
The game commission fixes a $20 license for any hunter who sells game, upsetting small town sellers where boys must pay $1.00 to license and buy ammunition. Critics say the rule disrupts hunting on Saturdays and holidays and harms local sport.
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The
Game Commission
Commission
Game Law
Professor on the Eve of Europe Trip Farewell
Dr Blank a twenty year UVA professor prepared to depart for a two year Europe journey. He addressed his students in a plaintive farewell describing distress and longing to stay. A student quipped asking if a pane in the stomach would help, reflecting the era’s humor.
Baptist to Meet in Portland for Northern Convention
Representatives from thirty six states converge in Portland Oregon on June 25 for the annual meeting of the Northern Baptist convention. About two thousand delegates and visitors attend from Baptist churches nationwide to participate in sessions and events.
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Portland
Ore
Northern Baptist Convention
Northern Baptist Convention gathers for six day program
Leaders of the Northern Baptist Convention attend a week of meetings covering home mission society missionary union and Baptist publication society. Topics include a national divorce law and annual reports show nearly two million dollars raised for church work with about five hundred thousand by the denominations women. Prominent figures include Dr Harry Pratt Judson Dr A C Dixon Emory B Hunt Dr Harr Dr J S Dickerson and Dr P S Henson.
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The
Baptist Church
Home Mission Society
the Missionary Union
Baptist Brotherhood
Baptist Publication Society
Northern Baptist Convention
Harry Pratt Judson
University of Chicago
A. C. Dixon
Chicago
Emory B. Hunt
Denison University
Harr
Newton Theological Seminary
J. 8S. Dickerson
Baptist Standard
P. 8S. Henson
Tremont Temple
Boston
Knights of Grip Gathered in Jackson Parade Preparations
Delegations of United Commercial Travelers arrived from Meridian Vicksburg Natchez and other cities for the Grand Council convention in Jackson Mississippi. Mayor Crowder and Judge Lyell gave addresses of welcome at Century Theatre before executive session and an afternoon city tour. Great preparations are underway for a big parade tomorrow.
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Jackson
Miss
United Commercial
Meridian
Vicksburg
Natchez
Grand Council
Century Theatre
A. C. Crowder
Garland G. Lyell
Direct freight service links New Orleans and South America
The Osceola of the Honuider line inaugurated the first direct freight service from New Orleans to River Plate. The ship carried a full cargo of industrial and agricultural implements, lumber, and staves with coffee on the return voyage. Illinois Central backs the new route, expected to bring substantial benefits to New Orleans.
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New Orleans
South America
Osceola
Honuider Line
River Plate
Illinois Central Railroad
New Oreans
Hood's Texas Brigade Holds Reunion at Jefferson
The remnant of Hood's Texas Brigade survivors gathered in Jefferson on June 25 for their annual reunion. Veterans traveled long distances to renew acquaintances and share reminiscences of the Civil War era as President W. H. Gaston opened the two day session.
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Jefferson
Texas
Hood
Texas Brigade
W. H. Gaston
King's Birthday Celebrated in London with Salutes
London observed a holiday for King Edward's official birthday with customary salutes at Portsmouth Devonport and other home stations. Across the empire the celebration is deferred to November 9, the actual date of His Majesty's birth.
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London
Edward
Portsmouth
Devonport
British Empire
This Date in History Highlights for 1778 to 1896
Key events include Congress meeting in Philadelphia in 1778 and Perry’s flagship launch in 1813 at Erie. The Gazette began in Cincinnati in 1827, Montreal and Quebec became cities in 1840, Oak Grove battle in 1862, Grant’s peace jubilee visit in 1872, Lucy Webb Hayes’s death in 1889, and Sir Samuel Tilley’s death in 1896.
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Congress
State House
Philadelphia
His Thirty Ninth Birthday Harry Church Oberholzer
Ornithologist Harry Church Oberholzer born June 25 1870 in Brooklyn. He studied at private New England schools Columbia University and later taught at the forestry school in Biltmore North Carolina. By age 30 he was noted for zoology and ornithology and since 1895 served as assistant ornithologist of the U S Biological Survey conducting bird life expeditions in Nevada Texas and the South Atlantic states. He holds memberships in leading agricultural societies across England Australia and America.
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Harry Church Obeholzer
America
Brooklyn
New England
Columbia University
Oberholzer
Biltmore
N. C
United States Biological Survey
Nevada
Texas
South Atlantic
England
Australia
Whitworth College Announces 1909 Session Start September 9
Whitworth College offers degrees in arts music expression and commerce with departments in music expression art and commerce. Young ladies may reduce expenses by assisting in the dining hall and institute. Catalogue available from Whitworth College Brookhaven Mississippi.
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Whitworth College
B. L
Brookhaven
Miss
Meek Co Promotes Low Prices and Fair Service
The notice claims rising business due to low prices and correct treatment. It invites customers to try the store, S. J. Meek Co, 8 tf, promising savings on purchases.
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S. J. Meek Co
Walker's Progressive Grocery Offers Quality Groceries
The store highlights a wide selection of groceries emphasizing freshness and value. Shoppers find everyday essentials and seasonal items at competitive prices.
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Walker's
Progressive Grocery
Merchants Pushed to Promote Monroe Fair This Fall
Secretary Fleming of the Monroe Fair Association urges merchants to boost the fall fair. He asks business owners to replace boll weevil talk with fair talk, promote free attractions and races, and involve clerks and customers to draw the Louisiana region to Monroe and Ouachita parish.
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Fleming
Monroe Fair Association
Monroe
Ouachita
Louisiana
Ouachita Parish
Water Wagon in Kentucky Opposes Statewide Prohibition
Louisville Commercial Club votes overwhelmingly against statewide prohibition. Resolutions argue such a law would erase seventy million dollars in taxable property and remove one third of Kentucky’s total revenue, causing irreparable commercial harm without compensation.
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Louisville
Louisville Commercial Club
Revival Meeting at M. P. Church Presented Love of God
Mr. Perkins delivered a revival sermon from the M. P. Church last night on God’s love shown through Jesus Christ for salvation. He stressed drawing tendencies toward heaven and urged the unsaved to attend today’s 8 p.m. service, warning that death can come at any moment.
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Mr. Perkins
M. P
Jesus Christ
Christ
God
Drink Robinson Spring Waters for Back Pains
An old newspaper notice advertises Drink Robinson Spring Waters as a remedy for back pains available at all drug stores and soda fountains.
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Robinson
Kexall Orderlies Publicity for Children and Adults
Advertises Kexall Orderlies as the safest gentlest bowekregulator for all ages. Claims they soothe delicate intestines and relieve constipation. Promises refund if claims fail. Two sizes 10c and 25c. Sold by Monroe Drug Company.
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Monroe News-Star
News-Star Pub.co., Ltd
Smith
C. E. Faulk
Roosevelt
Clarion-Ledger
John Ducas
Moss Point
Stirling
Natchez Evening Record
Baptist
Knights of Grip
Hood's
Kentucky
Louisville Club
FOR Children
Monroe Drug Company
Pete Bros. Saxon
Ruby
Iron Mountain
Copeland
Cash Grocery
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