Investigation Rumors Sweep Agricultural Department
Rumors circulate about an ongoing investigation into the Agricultural Department as officials deny reports and await formal statements. Officials stress no official findings have been released.
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1910
Page
1
Investigating Louisiana Agriculture Dept Funds and Missing Money
A subcommittee to probe the Department of Agriculture and Immigration and the State Inspection Department may act after reports of mismanaged funds. Questions focus on a $25,000 missing amount and a $58,000 surplus, with scrutiny on high payments to chemists and the use of analytical costs against revenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
Department of Agriculture
State Inspection Department
Johnson
Appropriations Committee
Charman Johnson
House
Fiures
Department of Agriculture and Immigration
Appropriations Subcommittee
Senate Finance Committee
Dodson
Heavy Storm Inflicts Severe Damage in Hot Springs
A violent cloud burst in Hot Springs Arkansas floods streets and cellars, upends wall cases and mail boxes, carries cars and cabs, and damages goods, walls, and sewers. The scene shows two feet of water in streets, a wrecked arch, and extensive property losses estimated at forty thousand dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hot Springs
Ark
Statehouse notes reveal budget gaps in inspection department
Chairman discusses a deficit ranging from $25,000 to $60,000 over fourteen months and questions what remains after expenditures not charged to the surplus fund. Jules Dupuy heads the inspection department in the Statehouse, employs women staff, and oversees tagging of commercial goods stored in the cellar. Resident inspectors are stationed at Alexandria, Baton Rouge, Calhoun, Ruston, and New Orleans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Inspection Department
Jules FE. Dupuy
New Iberia
Charles O'Rourke
Dupuy
Statehouse
M.llon
Alexandria
Baton Rouge
Calhoun
Ruston
New Orleans
Lady Killed By Lightning in Simsboro
Simsboro La June 25 Mrs Albert Banden a respected resident was struck by lightning while in her yard at noon yesterday and killed instantly Dr J A Thomas who happened to be nearby tried to aid her but she had already died She leaves a large family and her death brings sorrow to the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simsboro
Albert Banden
J. A. Thomas
Danden
San Francisco
Senor Jose Hidalgo
University of California
Grace B. Ellifritz
Grace B. Carter
Idalgo
Grace Carter
Chicago
Hidalgo
Richard Barry
Barry
Hidago
Wife Included in Poisoning Charge in Dunn Case
Dr T W Loper is named with his wife Mrs C E Dunn in an affidavit accusing them of poisoning C E Dunn with intent to murder. The couple fled with their two children. a preliminary hearing is set for Monday June 27 in the Ninth District Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tallulah
C. E. Dunn
T. W. Loper
Ransdell
Ninth District Court
Dunn
Lopez
Porter Charlton fate to rise on insanity findings
New York reports Porter Charlton will not face murder trial in New Jersey. The case hinges on insanity, with his family hinting at confinement if mental danger is shown. Extradition and Italian jurisdiction loom as Rome weighs prosecution. Charlton remains under alienist observation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Porter Charlton
New Jersey
Lake Como
Italy
Chariton Family
Paul Charlton
Porter
Charlton
Rome
Seven Dead in Suspected Double Murder Suicide
Police report seven people killed in a chaotic incident described as a double murder suicide with related victims. Investigators say the tragedy began amid financial stress escalating to violence.
Governor Declines Interference in Nevada Prize Fight Law
Nevada governor states laws do not prohibit prize fighting and will not intervene. The remark clarifies state stance amid recent boxing event debates and enforcement questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevada
Three highwaymen kill Landgreen and guard in Lynn
Thomas Landgreen, a leading shoe manufacturer, and Police Officer James Caroll were shot dead as Landgreen left a bank with a four thousand dollar payroll. Robbers seized the bag, prompted a pursuit by police and citizens, and a running gun duel ensued. one suspect was killed, another captured, a third at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn
Mass
Thomas Landgreen
James Caroll
Landgreen
New York
Officer Hugh Biggar Out After Two Week Confinement
Officer Hugh Biggar is out today after being confined at home for about two weeks, marking a brief pause in his duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Biggar
Income tax measure declared dead in Louisiana debate
Governor Sanders remains opposed to any action while Senator Foster is not involved. Washington representatives say ratification is effectively postponed, not rejected, with joint Senate House talks set for Tuesday. Democratic leaders may push resolutions at a July 5 meeting, but Governor control complicates any shift in policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
Johnson
Washington
Senate
Gleason
Foster
Sanders
House
Democratic State Committee
Richardson
Bienville
Peace in theatrical world near end of warring factions
A New York report claims the Independents and the Syndicate are nearing a peace with an open door policy. Klaw & Erlanger may allow syndicate attractions in independent theatres in non syndicate towns. Henry W. Savage would book in both systems, aligning with National Theater Owners Association aims to unify producing managers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
New York
Klaw & Erlanger
Henry W. Savage
National Theater Owners’ Association
John Cort
Savage
Elimination of Resolution Part To Avoid Senator Embarrassment
A terse note explains that the powers that be removed that section of the resolution to prevent placing the subject before the Senator in a potentially embarrassing form. The move aims to preserve decorum while keeping the amendment intact.
Death of President F. M. Lee of Mississippi Railroad Commission
Jackson Mississippi June 24 Word reached here tonight announcing the death of President F M Lee of the Mississippi Railroad Commission in New Orleans at 610 p m after an operation for kidney trouble Commissioner Webb left on the first train and will accompany the body back to McComb City where the funeral will take place tomorrow
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson, Miss
F. M. Lee
Mississippi Railroad Commission
New Orleans
Webb
McComb City
Johnson arrives near Reno and denies reappointing Little
Johnson lands three miles southwest of Reno and denies reappointing George Little as his manager. Al Kaufman remains his chief sparring partner as a boxing platform is set up near camp for today. Jim Jeffries completes a day’s work with a routine jog and light sparring with Armstrong and Jack, noting the platform’s slippery floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Reno
Johnson
George Little
al Kaufman
Jim Jeffries
Armstrong
Jack
The Scott Bill Passes House
The Scott anti option bill to restrict cotton exchange transactions without delivery was approved by the House 160 to 41. Despite House passage the measure faces Senate doubt as Mr Scott of Kansas leads agriculture committee support and Mr Lamb of Virginia voices constitutional and tyranny concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Senate
Scott
Kansas
Committee On Agriculture
Lamb
Virginia
Red Men Prepare Big Fourth of July Celebration in Monroe
The Red Men of Monroe plan a grand Independence Day program featuring a dirigible flight in the afternoon and the fairy spectacle In Dreamland with a fireworks finale. A booster eight page newspaper will be distributed, with five thousand copies in Monroe and nearby towns to advertise the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe
Dreamland
Red Men's
Smith and Brown Rival for Georgia Governor Seat
In Atlanta on June 25 Hoke Smith announced his candidacy for Governor against Joseph M. Brown. Brown seeks a second term as governor while Smith vows to preserve reforms from his administration. The feud stems from past clashes over the Railroad Commission and party labels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Georgia
Hoke Smith
Joseph M. Brown
Brown
Smith
Railroad Commission
Cleveland
Brovin
KUAI APKING SENSATION CLAIMS OFFICIALS PRESSURE
A sensational report states that KUAI APKING alleges an attempt was made to influence his official acts. The claim centers on alleged interference within official duties and the associated political context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Says
Oklahoma Senator Seeks Probe on Indian Land Sales
Senator Gore of Oklahoma presented a Senate resolution calling for an investigation into the use of private counsel in the sale of lands owned by the Chickasaw and Choctaw nations. The proposal was approved by the Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Gore
Oklahoma
Senate
Gore charges spark bribery claim over Indian attorney fees
Senator Gore of Oklahoma alleged an attempted bribery in legislation affecting attorney fees earned by J F McMurray for Choctaw and Chickasaw land and town site work. The Senate debate grew to the House as talks about a conference report on the deficiency bill referenced contracts with Indian attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Gore
Oklahoma
Senate
J. F. McMurray
House
Senate Committee On
Indian Affairs
House Committee On Indian Affairs
Nebraska
Kansas
Bailey
Indian Affairs Committee
Hale
Congress
Mr. McMurray
Dartmouth 141st Commencement Schedule in Hanover
Commencement exercises at Dartmouth College in Hanover New Hampshire begin with public speaking contests for the large gold medal as part of the 141st ceremony. The baccalaureate sermon is set for tomorrow by Rev Hugh Black of Union Theological Seminary. Classes day alumni day and graduation day follow through Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dartmouth
Hanover
N. H
Dartmouth College
Hugh Black
Union Theological Seminary
Also Mentioned on This Page
Will Ingot
Agricultural Department
Dr. Loper
C. M. Dunn
Flanagan
Estrada
Uncle Sam
Sam
Nicaragua
Knox
Nicaraguan
Columba
Julian Irias
Madriz
Richard
Dickerson
Big Smoke
Nev
Rickard
Ely
A.C. Dickerson
Jack Johnson
Truckee
John
Champain
Tom Flanagan
Declare Peace IK
McMurray
Slade
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