Poe Safety First Ordinances Adopted by Commission Council
The Commission Council, at its regular meeting Monday, adopted two comprehensive ordinances governing operation of automobiles and power-driven vehicles. Citizens who own or operate cars are urged to read the laws carefully to avoid arrest, as enforcement should be diligent. The measures aim to prevent accidents and ease traffic congestion on Grand and DeSiard streets and other busy intersections.
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Commission
Grand
DeSiard
Safety First auto rules curb traffic on Grand and DeSiard
New ordinances limit parking on Grand and DeSiard streets and set driving age to seventeen. Vehicles must have at least three lights on during specified hours, with enforcement to begin within ten days. Authorities urge residents to aid in strict compliance.
Trust in Germans Questioned by London Press
The Associated Press reports London newspapers accuse Germany of repeated dishonorable acts and violations of treaties. The dispatch cites scuttling of German ships and destruction of French flags as proof that Germans cannot be trusted in peace terms.
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London
Associated Press
Germany
Natatorium promoted as state’s popular resort
The News Star commends Monroe city administration for making the Natatorium a leading state resort where ladies and gentlemen and children can swim and mingle. It highlights benefits of salt water baths, urges safe decorum, and invites all to enjoy free bathing while observing rules.
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The
News-Star
Monroe
Notable historical anniversaries and deaths
A compact chronology lists births and deaths of prominent figures from 1844 to 1917, including Jervis Cutler in Evansville, Lengdon Cleves in Washington, D C, Gov. Reeg of Florida, Isid U S Congress, Prince Emmanuel of Austria, Sir Samuel L Tilley, and Victor Chapman. It records political events such as a special election in Florida and a French war vote, plus warfare events near Lens and Verdun.
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Jervis Cutler
Ohio
Evansville
Ind
Edgartown
Mass
Lengdon Cleves
South Carolina
U. S. House of Representatives
Columbia
D. C
Rocky Mount
8. C
Reeg
Florida
West Florida
Alabama
Isid
U. S
Carnot
France
Prince Hmmanuel of Aostra
Italy
Helene
Orleans
England
Samuel Leonard Tilley
St. John
N. BB
Chamber of Deputies
Victor Chapman
Vercan
Lens
Admiral Hugh Rodman to Command Pacific US Navy Fleet
Daw's News profiles Admiral Hugh Rodman a Kentucky native and Naval Academy graduate tasked with leading the new Pacific fleet. He served on the Yantic and in coast survey work before joining Admiral Degrey in the Philippines and coordinating Spain's fort surrender on Corregidor. In 1947 he joined the British Grand Fleet and after the US entered WWI commanded US battleships in the war zone and was knighted by King George with the Order of the Bath.
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Daw
Hugh Rodman
United States Navy
Kentucky
Naval Academy
Annapolis
Degrey
Philippines
Spain
Corregidor
Grand Fleet
United States
Admiral Rodman
King George
Order of the Bath
Young Woman's Methodist Auxiliary reports meeting and actions
The Young Woman's Methodist Auxiliary met with Mrs. Charles Garvey on Calypso street. eighteen members attended. Minutes were approved. Treasurer Mrs. A. M. Thornton reported on paid invoices, including a memorial tablet from Monroe Marble Works. A request to repair broken and dead street lights was approved. The white sale was postponed a week. donations requested for the drive. A sanitarium and sunshine committee was named.
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Methodist Anuillary
Charles Garvey
Calypso Street
J. R. Anders
Robert Cann
A. M. Thornton
Monroe
Means
J. O. Switzer
Ernest Fudickar
Carl Walker
Annie Powel
Summer racing and boxing card from Latonia Aqueduct and Philadelphia
Racing opens with the Kentucky Jockey Club at Latonia and Queen’s County Jockey Club at Aqueduct. Boxing features Joe Lynch versus Pete Herman and Ralph Brady facing Willie Jackson, both six rounds, in Philadelphia.
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Kentucky Jockey Club
Latonia
Queen's County Jockey Club
Aqueduct
Ladies’ Dog Club of
Massachusetts
Brookline
Mass
Joe Lynch
Pete Herman
Philadelphia
Ralph Brady
Willie Jackson
One Year Ago Today in the War
United States Marines cleared Bel Lean Woods of the enemy. Host of Australians captured by the Italians south of the Piave. British transport Orissa sunk by German submarines off the Irish coast.
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United States
Bellean Woods
Irish
Real Estate Boards Open Annual Convention in Atlantic City
The National Association of Real Estate Boards begins its annual convention today in Atlantic City. Delegates from multiple regions gather to discuss industry standards, ethics, and licensing practices across the sector.
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National Association of Real Eevtate Boards
Atlantic City
Wanted: Complicated and fire watch repair and engraving
Wanted services include clock and jewelry repair gold and silver plating and engraving. We offer the highest prices for old gold and silver. Eye tests and glasses fitment provided. Thirty years of experience. Best equipped repair shop south next to Masonic Temple.
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Masonic Temple
Welcome for Uncle Sam's Boys Boosts Business Training Demand
A wartime business office message celebrates military training in practical business skills and predicts faster corporate progress in five years. It notes unlimited demand for properly trained helpers and cites widespread want ads as evidence. The piece highlights the influence of soldiers and sailors’ training on postwar commerce and urges discharged servicemen to pursue business work with vigor.
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Uncle Sam
Buseass
Tyler Commercial College Prepares Disabled Veterans for Business Roles
The college advertises practical courses in bookkeeping shorthand telegraphy cotton pressing and business administration for veterans seeking active service preparation. It notes many soldiers and sailors are already enrolled and invites applicants to request a free catalog with name and address.
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Bee’ty
Louisiana
POE
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Monroe Furniture Co
Monroe Furniture Co., Ltd
North Second Street
Masu
Parables of
Mr. Brown
America
American Bankers Association
Ouachita National Bank
Wi. M.A
U. S. Jewelry and Optical CO
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Federal Reserve Bank
Peters Furniture Company, Inc
Hoosier
Brewlin
Kirsch
Edison Diamond
Tyler Commercial College
Central Savings Bank
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