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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1910
Page
4
Citizens in Monroe sign a large petition protesting the Smith Commission Form of Government bill. By 9 am 451 signatures were collected to exempt Monroe, telegraphed to Speaker Dupre. The last municipal election showed about two thirds opposed to changing the current government.
A compact reflection on how fear of failure can deter action yet perseverance defines progress. The statement emphasizes that hesitation does not propel achievement and urges bold steps toward goals.
The obituary recounts Samuel Douglas McEnery’s life from Ouachita parish birth in 1837 through Civil War service, Reconstruction leadership, and ascent to Louisiana governor and U.S. senator. It notes his integrity, steadfast convictions, devotion to friends, and pivotal џlection as senator after Gov Foster’s call to action.
Tributes describe Senator McEnery born Monroe 1837 as a loyal Democrat who never lost reelection and rose from modest beginnings to national prominence. The piece recalls his kindness to all ages, his political rise, family ties including brother governor John McEnery, and the public grief at his passing.
A sharp quip on leadership and governance noting that widespread greatness among men would produce poor overall judgment and fragile systems, implying that diverse strengths are needed for stable rule.
The piece argues money harms not by wealth itself but by the sacrifices and indulgence it tempts. It cites Champ Clark noting 86 000 Americans left for Canada for cheaper goods and farm tools. It urges higher U S living costs and a fair tax system to curb the exodus and bring people back.
A collection of quick gags and exchanges from papers including a pun on premonition and a joke about a five foot shelf of books. Other bits include a wife staying home for rest and a magistrate moment with an absent minded judge.
A stave factory on Breard Street remains in operation. Workers produce barrel and cask components with steady output and local demand continues to support daily production.
The Brown Stave Company Limited started operations near Breard street east of Young's bayou, with a ten acre lease and connections to multiple railroads. The plant will produce about three million staves annually, employ 50 to 75 workers, and pay roughly eight dollars per cord of rough timber delivered, sourcing material within a hundred miles and shipping finished staves regionally and to foreign markets.
Advertising line touts the 29-41 T. M. Parker Company as the promptest in town for quick deliveries. The slogan emphasizes speed and reliability to attract customers.
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