Notice on Unpaid Accounts of Ouachita Publishing and Star Co
Unpaid accounts prior to the 1909 consolidation will be turned over to an attorney for collection after sulgist. Statements have been mailed and settlement before month end is appreciated. The Ouachita Page Co Ltd and Star Printing Co Ltd signatories J W Smith and GC Faulk. June 12 1909.
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Ouachita Preeting Company, Ltd
Te Monroe News
Star Printing Co., Ltd
Éwee
Sulgist
Ouachita Patg., Co., Ltd
J. W. Smith
GC. E. Faulk
Uune
Boosters and Monroe progress versus political bickering
The editor defends the editorial squibs as nonpartisan. Monroe’s welfare and local business growth take priority over early election campaigning. The piece rejects partisan schemes and urges citizens to unite for development, noting some misread intentions in the harmless columns.
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Wei
News-Star
Monroe
Higher standard of success in modern society
A writer in Uncle Remus' Magazine argues public views of success are rising beyond mere wealth. True success, he says, measures aid and comfort to humanity, uplift, and happiness rather than profits that harm many. the pendulum of achievement swings toward grander, humane ideals.
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Uncle Remus
Change in public sentiment reshapes views on money and success
Writers argue that wealth’s value lies in its power to ease suffering and aid progress. The piece notes a shift away from flaunting wealth toward nobler Southern traditions, urging higher daily standards and a faster redefinition of success and failure.
Printer's Ink praises the evening press and daily life
The piece extols Printer's Ink as an authority on newspaper value. It contrasts the evening paper's leisure reading with the morning paper's brisk private focus, noting a global flow of news gathered from all continents and served hot from the press to readers after chores and duties.
Ten Hygienic Rules for Longevity from a French Medical Review
The text lists ten health commandments for a long life. It covers lifestyle factors such as early rising, daily work, fresh air, sunlight, cleanliness, sobriety, adequate sleep, sensible dress, a cheerful home, and balancing amusements with restraint. It also links mental activity and physical motion to vitality and warns against stagnation or dissipation.
Traitor Found in Game Commission Camp Allegations Rise
A Game War den Alex Bryan of East Baton Rouge withholds game kill statistics for the last season claiming inaccuracy and impossible access. The Lake Charles American notes questions about his background and motives in the dispute.
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Game Commission
Alex Bryan
East Baton Rouge
Bryan
Lake Charles
Marching to a Tune of Progressive Times
A reflective note questions alignment with modern hopeful progress and warns that deviation leaves one out of step with current currents. The piece implies social, political, or cultural momentum shaping public sentiment and personal stance.
Be a real live booster in hard times now
A writer urges readers to stop dwelling on rain and hard times and to become consistent community boosters. He argues sympathy fades for those who wallow in hardship and says proactive encouragement earns welcome in all circles.
Prohibition Era Quip Ties Whiskey to Faith and Hope
A Caldwell Watchman quip links whiskey to faith in prohibition territory, noting the drink as the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things unseen. The line mirrors biblical phrasing to critique or reflect on temperance policy.
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Caldwell Watchman
California Millionaire Marries New York Stenographer
A California millionaire marries a New York stenographer he dictated letters to. The marriage is portrayed as a serious business proposition, with a jealous wife cited as evidence.
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California
New York
Prominent New Yorker Hosts Quiet Home Wedding
A well known New York figure recently invited ten thousand guests to a discreet private wedding at a home. He indicated an elaborate ceremony would have been held in a church if more formality were desired.
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New York
What Is a Kiss and Other Oddities
A St. Louis editor asks what is a kiss in a provocative line from the state where proof is demanded. The piece notes a bankbook carrying lady’s guarded asset as an invincible weapon and doubts the stage production of Three Weeks will endure. An Omaha girl drank nitroglycerine and did not explode.
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St. Louis
Hog and Hominy Delights Highlight Local Dining Scene
A brief note praises the popular dish Hog and Hominy and signals its strong appeal within the local food section, suggesting vibrant eating options for readers exploring area restaurants.
The Angel Mother and a Daughter’s Tragic Death
The piece condemns miscegenation fears tied to a Chinese community in New York. It argues Elsie Sigel’s death shows dangers of interracial association and praises the South for drawing race lines, urging Northern readers to heed this example.
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New York
Elsie Sigel
Lake Charles
American
Decline of Gentility in Southern Farming
The Homer Herald laments rural depopulation as farmers abandon farms for towns or western moves. It argues the gentleman farmer ideal fades as farming ceases to be a preferred genteel occupation, prompting a shift toward urban or western life.
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Homer Herald
New Iberia Officials Squabble Draws State Attention
Citizens of New Iberia face a widening dispute with school authorities. The friction involves the local school board the parish board and Baton Rouge state superintendent as officials from multiple bodies attempt to settle the row. The result is a growing power struggle with no clear resolution in sight.
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New Iberia
Baton Rouge
Jennings Herald
Farmer Prospers as Strawberries Bring $201 50 in Ruston
Herman Anderson of Ruston reports his strawberry patch of 19 rows about a quarter acre yielded 612 gallons or 2 460 boxes sold for 201 50. He notes that expanding to one acre could have produced 896, with demand strong and sales high.
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Herman Anderson
Ruston
Anderson
Fight Against Flies Drives Civic Health Push
An editorial urges colonizing civic action to combat fly breeding amid public health fears. It compares flies to typhoid as a scourge and stresses screen doors, sanitation, and community effort to prevent insect infestation.
Debates End as Senate Reforms Move Ahead
The Indianapolis News notes the debate is over and the Senate lines are drawn for revision. The Philadelphia Press agrees no more debate will enlighten the country and urges not to delay business to merely make a record.
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Senate
Philadelphia Press
Wise and Otherwise The Wage Earner
A poem contrasts the salaried worker with the millionaire broker, praising steady wages over market volatility. It reflects on family life, modest living, and the sense of security that comes from regular pay and frugal living. Several short cartoon-like quotes from various papers follow, including a warden comedy and Balkan state jokes.
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Wall Street
Reciprocity Demand Sparks Morning Alarm
Guzzle wakes his wife after a failed attempt to wake her. She peers from a second story window and asks if he is sober. He confirms and repeats the word reciprocity as she calls for a Pick-Me-Up.
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Guzzle
Daughter’s trip to Europe stirs family debate
Farmer Hayrick recalls his daughter’s impulsive plan to study abroad in Europe. He blames women’s colleges for planting ideas, arguing they altered her mind and left him and her husband perplexed by her choice.
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Europe
Farmer Hayrick
Skale
Jane Lippincott
Swift typist elopes with Bonds' son in two weeks
Chicago News reports Gunner-Old Bonds advertised for a swift typist. A pretty blonde applicant eloped with Bonds' son within two weeks, prompting speculation on motives and family impact.
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Gunner
Bonds
Chicago News
Poet’s Slush Debate Sparks Music Line Revival
A Chicago News note captures a backroom donnybrook over a poem deemed “slush” by editors. The veteran wover seeks guidance while a horse reporter hints at turning the piece into a popular song and setting it down the line.
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Horse Reporter
Chicago News
Brown Bakery Co Raises Bread Prices Amid Losses
The Brown Bakery Co announces a price increase to cover flour costs. Current prices yield losses. customers will see four loaves per dollar or six for 25 cents. The note thanks patrons and promises continued quality and service.
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Brown Bakery CO
Pine Bluff to Get New Rail Link to Rock Island Main
The A., L. and G. Extension may start building north soon. Pine Bluff citizens welcome a railroad north to reach the Rock Island main line and south to Hamburg. Local merchants offer liberal concessions and bonuses, with Hamburg likely to join the main trunk line within a year.
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Pine Bluff
Rock Island
Hamburg
Hamburg Courier
Better Than Spanking Home Treatment Ad
Mrs. M Summers of South Bend Indiana offers a free home treatment for child bed wetting and daytime urine difficulties. The method claims to cure children and adults without corporal punishment and includes full instructions sent free with no payment required. Mothers urged to write today.
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M. Summers
Bot
South Bend
Ind
Church Services Schedule for St Matthew's
St Mathews Catholic Church lists Sunday services through summer: first mass 6 30 a m high mass 9 30 a m followed by benediction. No evening service. Weekdays offer first mass 6 o'clock second mass 6 30 o'clock.
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St. Matthew's Catholic Church
Sunday Church Schedule at BN Duff Church
Sunday school begins at 9 30 a m with Duff as Superintendent Preaching at 11 a m by G B Smalley of Jackson Tennessee Evening service at 7 15 p m B Y P U meeting All members urged to attend both services.
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Duff
W.ew. G
Smalley
Jackson
Tenn
First Presbyterian Church Service and Sunday School
Sunday school opens at 9 30 a m with J Arthur Smith as superintendent. Public worship follows at 11 a m with Rev C H Carson of Ruston preaching.
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J. Arthur Smith
C. H. Carson
Ruston
Methodist Protestant Church Sunday Services
The church holds preaching at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Sunday June 27 with Sunday school at 10 a.m. Local worshippers are invited to attend the services.
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Methodist Protestant Church
Methodist Episcopal Church Schedule and Activities
Sunday services include 9 30 a m Sunday school 10 a m adult classes 11 a m worship and a 7 30 p m Epworth League. Monday features 3 30 p m mission study class. Tuesday 3 30 p m Woman s Home Mission Society meets. Wednesday 6 38 p m prayer meeting and Sunday school cabinet meeting.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Epworth League
Woman’s Home Mission Society
Open Letter Praises Keller Grocer Water in Monroe
An Open Letter from a customer in Monroe La praises Keller Grocer Co. Crazy Well Water saying it cured indigestion, cleansed malaria, and made them feel like a 16 year old after using it this summer. The letter addresses Gentlemen at the Keller Grocer Co. Ltd.
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The
Keller Grocer Co., Ltd
Monroe la
Express for Mother Case in Debility Ailment Needs
A businessman asks to send another case by express for his mother citing debility old age and accompanying ailments and signs intent to arrange delivery promptly.
Monroe Bakery Maintains Bread and Pie Prices at 104 Adams St
The Monroe Bakery states no price increase for bread pies or cakes. Customers can buy the best at the same old prices now and in the future. 104 Adams St Cumberland 171-2 ne 374 26-tt
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Monroe
Monroe Bakery
Adams St
Cumberland
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Louisville Courier-Journal
E. Fournier
Cardu
Devoe
Monroe Brick Company
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First Presbyterian Church
R. H, Wynn
Great Southern Hotel
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