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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1916

Page

6

Anti-Saloon League Holds Indiana Convention Vigilant on Prohibition

Wee Preasa napolis June 27 The Anti Saloon League of America opened its annual convention with S S Shumaker Indiana superintendent praising state gains. He cited buried saloons and claims Indiana ranks high in liquor manufacture, urging a state wide prohibition victory in the upcoming election to free Indiana from liquor traffic.

Wee Preasanapolis Anti- Saloon League of American S. Shumaker Anti- Saloon League of Indiana Union Legislative

Union There Is Strength Plumbing Ad At 204 North Third

A. Holtkort advertises Thomas Plumbing and Tin Shop at 204 North Third Street. He proclaims a union of effort with Mr L. Thomas, urging friends to shift business to the “wipe joint” for sanitation, branding Thomas as general manager and promising a time honored union.

L. Thomas North Third Street Thomas Plumbing and Tin Shop Thomas A. Holtrkort

Resolutions of Respect for W H Roberts in Dadeville Lodge

Resolutions praise the deceased W H Roberts of Dadeville Lodge No F and A M after more than thirty years as a member. They note his wisdom counsel service and funds and express sympathy to his relatives and friends. A copy is to be spread on lodge records and sent to The News Star and the widow.

Dadeville Lodge No. F A. M News-Star

Baseball Scores Yesterday Across Major Cities

Results yesterday show New York 11 to 1 over opponent, Brooklyn 8 to 2, Boston 5 to 9, Philadelphia 1 to 5, Cincinnati 5, St. Louis 4, with Chicago versus Pittsburgh affected by rain. The day highlighted strong performances in New York and Brooklyn while Chicago and Pittsburgh faced postponement due to rain.

New York Brooklyn Boston Philadelphia Cincinnati St. Louis Chicago-Pittsburg

Scores From Major Baseball Tale Noted In Brief

Cleveland defeated Chicago 2 to 0 Detroit beat St Louis 3 to 1 Washington 9 to New York and Philadelphia and Boston combined 5.

Cleveland Chicago Detroit St. Louis Washington New York Philadelphia Boston

Gulf Coast fishing party praises Biloxi summer welcome

Mr and Mrs William Cady of McNair Louisiana and Mr and Mrs F E Pringle led a Biloxi gulf fishing trip to Ship Island and other gulf points last week. The party enjoyed fishing surf bathing and gulf pleasures returning with many trout and spade fish. Cady plans to bring Missouri Pacific officials to Biloxi on July 16 and predicts Biloxi will grow as a year round resort.

Gulf Coast William Cady Mair F. E Pringle Ship Island Gulf Biloxi A. Desporte Cady Ady Lumber Co McNair Lady Pringle Otto Cady Messrs. Sanchez New Orleans New York City Mrs. Cady Riviea Hotel Missouri Pacific South Secenty United States

Monocles Becoming Popular in Wartime London

London reports monocles gaining traction since the war began. An optician notes higher sales among men just past military age while fashion loyalists caution that style hinges on proper dress and avoids baggy trousers. Monocles confer subtle distinction but require careful presentation.

London Ual

Economy fruit jars at Walker Bros Gro Co

Economy fruit jars of all sizes are available at Walker Brothers Grocery Company located at 24 Eight Street. The ad notes a wide selection and competitive pricing for customers shopping for canning supplies this season.

Walker Bros. Gro. Co

Dem Convention Delights and Suffrage Clash in St Louis

The Democratic convention featured a fierce suffrage plank battle led by Gov. Ferguson and Sen. Walsh. A three hour struggle ended 888 to 181 in favor of women’s vote, amid thunderous cheers from delegates and balcony supporters. The suffrage plank urged extending franchise to women by state equality.

St. Louis Ferguson Texas Wilson Senator Walsh Montana

Women Vote Suffrage Debate Shapes Democratic Platform

At the Democratic convention in a Texas governor’s line, Ferguson led a minority push against a suffrage plank. He and allies clashed with Pepperstone senators and Walsh argued for electors and party expediency. Fifteen women delegates attended, influencing debates and speeches by Mary Foy, T S Talliaferro, W A Harris, and Teresa F. Graham who was named to notify the VP.

Gov. Ferguson Texas Democratic Party L. Bartlett Georgia Stephen B. Fleming Indiana Jim” Nugent New Jersey Wilson Ferguson Stone Missouri Pittman Nevada Walsh Montana Missouri River United States Senate Senator Walsh Resolutions Committee Mary E. Foy California T. 8. Talliaferro Wyoming W. A. Harris Kansas National American Woman Suffrage Association Teresa F. Graham Idaho National Democratic Committee Marball

City Council Adopts Bond Plan For Public Improvements

A special session in Monroe Louisiana on June 26 1916 reviewed the citys bond plan after receiving the City Attorney report. The council discussed issuing bonds for public improvements for up to 40 years at 5 percent interest with annual or semi annual payments, and a debt cap of 10 percent of assessed valuation or 10 mills. The City Attorney will draft ordinances and documents for voter submission at the next regular session. The City Treasurer will prepare an indebtedness tabulation and bond allocations plan for a special session called by the Mayor.

City Hall Monroe Atkins Powers Atkinson Walker Culpepper Messrs. Flournoy Stgnum Davis Bloch

Classified ads live on in News Star readers

Readers continue to rely on the News Star classified section as a steady source for local listings and announcements. The tradition persists amid evolving media choices, with individuals seeking housing, jobs, services, and items for sale through the familiar format.

Expenditure survey at Smith College shows typical year costs

Northampton report by Dean Ada L Comstock finds 421 students average 765.55 dollars yearly with 250 to 1850 range and over half spending 600 to 906 dollars. Projected total for 1600 students is about 1,000 dollars per year. Other items include memorial events at Michigan, education policy on compulsory training, and New York convention notes.

Northampton Mags Smith College Ada L. Comstock Ann Arbor Mich Jamce FB. Ansell University of Michigan Michigan Union Clubhouse Angell New York National Educational Association John Conway Santa Fe County N. M London—College England Oxford University

Big Corporation urges patriotic duty for military staff

The American Tobacco Company informs employees serving in military organizations to comply with orders from the President, the Secretary of War, and state governors amid the Mexican mobilization. It promises job security on return and continued full salaries during absence.

The American Tobacco Company

Chamberlains Liniment praised for sprains and pains

Mrs Florence Slife of Wabash reports great benefit from Chamberlains Liniment for sprains bruises and muscle pain. The ad promises prompt relief and wide availability. A second notice details a 1916 sheriff sale in Ouachita Parish Louisiana listing seized property including cows hogs a mare scales and preparing sale at the MontLouisiana courthouse.

Chamberlain Florence Slife

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