Return to the Farm to Save North Louisiana
A regional editorial warns that the pine forests of Louisiana face rapid depletion if protection and reforestation do not occur. It laments sawmill closures and urban decline, urging a campaign to repopulate cut over lands with farming, inviting immigrants and focusing on farming as the sustainable path for Monroe and Ouachita Parish.
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Louisiana
Anus
Boll Weevil
United States
Exsil
Homstead
Gond
Earden
Monroe
Ouachita Parish
North Louisiane
Lessons From a Confederate Soldier in Civil Life
In a letter from Monroe Louisiana dated June 24 1916 a former Confederate soldier reflects on military life as a lifelong educator. He credits obedience etiquette and frugality as cornerstones of success both in service and civilian life urging reverence for authority and courteous rank distinctions.
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News-Star
Reak
Lfe
Martin
Monroe
This Date in History Birthday Party and War Notes
A dated compilation notes notable anniversaries and births. Events include 1794 first use of aeronauts in war by Coutel, 1799 Brooklyn's first newspaper, 1830 death of King George IV, 1819 Navigation Act repeal, 1857 Quebec Montreal steamship fire, and 1866 Madrid uprising suppression. It also lists birthdays of Sir Robert Laird Borden, Rear Admiral Homer Standford, Brig. Gen. Frank Baldwin, Dr A J McLaughlin, and two congressmen, with brief career notes and ages.
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Coutel
Battle of
Fleurus
Belgium
Brooklyn
N. Y
George IV of
England
S. S. Montreal
Montreal
Quebec
St. Lawrence
Queen Victoria
Madrid
Sir Robert Laird Borden
Canada
Grand Pre
Nova Scotia
Sir Robert
Dominion
Laurier
Borden
London
New England
Connecticut
Homer R. Standford
U.S. N
Frank J. Baldwin
A. J. McLaughlin
U.S Bureau of Public Health
Thomas W. Miller
Delaware
Henry T. Helegesen
North Dakota
Should Your Son Enlist In The National Guard
Baton Rouge state paper urges parental guidance but not preventing enlistment as the nation prepares to fight abroad. It notes the national guard is short on men and two Baton Rouge companies are below war strength. Citizens capable of serving should respond to the call.
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United States
National Guard
Baton Rouge
Hughes
Broadway
Hughes Alliance
Hugh's
Mexico
Iberty
New York
Friends of the Saloon
Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy
This booster ad urges every family to keep Chamberlain's remedy ready especially in summer. It promises reliable relief without delay and claims many users can attest to its effectiveness. Available everywhere.
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Chamberlain
Fight Against Bull Weevil Through Gathered Eggs
Mason Snowden of the Extension Division urges thorough destruction of eggs and immature stages to prevent a second generation. Collect punctured yellow squares from stalks and froend every seven to eight days through July, targeting over-wintered weevils and aiming to wipe out grandchildren. Labor costs vary with labor supply, but effective cultural methods can yield a profitable cotton crop on well drained loams.
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Mason Snowden
Walter Bros Gro Co notices bankruptcy of Warren Taylor
In the Western District of Louisiana the matter of Warren Taylor bankrupt No 1268 is announced. On May 26 1916 Taylor was adjudicated bankrupt and the first meeting of creditors will be July 8 1915 at 10 o clock in the forenoon at the Referee's office in Monroe Louisiana. Creditors may attend prove claims appoint trustee and examine the bankrupt. Monroe La June 19 1916 R H Oliver Jr Referee in Bankruptcy.
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District Court of the United States
Louisiana
Warren Taylor
Monroe
Healings Remedy Advertises Antiseptic Oil
A historic advertisement promotes Farris' Healings Remedy as highly antiseptic and economical. It claims a 50e bottle yields $2.00 worth of dealing oil or ointment, with money refunded if not satisfied.
Trinity Brand Cement Ad and 1916 Sheriff Sale Notice
An antique notice promotes Trinity Brand Portland cement for better concrete, followed by a sheriff sale in Ouachita Parish Louisiana. It details a court order of sale of heirs property from the Connella estate, including multiple lots in West Monroe and a 5 acre riverfront home, with cash terms and sale on July 1 1916 conducted by Sheriff D A Johnston.
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Trinity
State of Louisiana
Ouacuita
Sixth Judicial District Court
Jettie Faust
Belle Williamson
C. A. Connella
West Monroe
New York activists rally behind Hughes in summer political push
New Yorkers mobilize in support of Hughes as social welfare groups report a sharp crime decline and police say vice districts have collapsed. Millitia calls, Bowery landmarks sale, and cinema battles color a city in political and cultural churn.
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New York
Bowery
Atlantic Garden
Old New York
Rawin Forrest
Public Auction Offer of Household Goods in 1916 Louisiana Notice
Seized as property of Martha Hilly the items include a dress bed and spring glass door armor dresser washstand two straight chairs and a swing. Sale cash not less than two thirds of the appraisement under Tutorship of John Faulk and Beatrice Faulk final decree homologation sought by Mrs Catherine Fant in Sixth District Court Ouachita Parish details dated June 18 1916.
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Martha Hilly
A. D
State of
Louisiana
Ouacchita
Sixth District Court
John
Faulk
Beatrice Faulk
Catherine’ T. Fant
Tite
Sealyn Young
Sixth District Court Coh
McHeary
Atty
Bell's Pine Tar Honey Promises Cold Relief
An advertisement touts Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a remedy for colds. It claims the tar balsam heals raw spots and loosens mucus, helping sufferers breathe easier and prevent bronchial irritation. A bottle is urged to be purchased at once.
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Hell
Bell
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