Debunking the Good Government League’s Motives
The piece argues the Good Government League is a disguise for special interests. It cites leaders like Edgar H Farrar and ties to Edward Hines and Senator Lorimer, calling for party loyalty over reform and warning of disintegration and political manipulation.
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Dr. Aswell
Mr. Parker
Louisiana
League
Washington
Edgar H. Farrar
Farrar
Edward Hines
Lorimer
Wilkinson
Mexico Faces Turmoil After Diaz’s Ouster
A reflection on former President Diaz as he recuperates in Spain. The piece argues his harsh rule spurred industrial growth and national strength while warning Mexico may endure renewed internecine conflict and revolutions as new leaders vie for power.
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Diaz
Mexico
Spain
The Round-Up Verse Satire From Gov Sanders Note
A satirical feature echoes readers’ quips about Gov Sanders and his rural roots. It riffs on political dressing norms and asks who penned the lines while recalling a farmer boy background. The piece cites the Stuttgart Arkansan and Arkansas Gazette as sources.
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Gov. Sanders
Odd Old-Time Habits, Aboard Rail Lines And Kitchens
A Chicago Tribune paraphrase recalls quaint old habits: a woman dropping scissors in sewing, a man wearing a watch key on his chain, trouser top pockets with a watch in a chamois case, a railroad worker losing fingers in couplings, and a man letting a spoon sit in coffee while he hooks his finger to keep it from slipping.
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O. F. Railroad
Chicago Tribune
Frosty setback halts Monroe G L league branch bid
A late frost and tight freeze in Natchitoches last week hindered efforts to organize a branch of the league. Thomas blasts administration with vitriolic vituperations while Aswell or Sanders draw crowd support. The Bienville Record notes the factional frenzied campaign was unlikely to gain traction.
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Monroe
Natchitoches
League
Thomas
Bienville
Humorous Exchanges From Historic Editorials
A collection of clipped quips from London Opinion and Chicago Tribune reflecting satirical takes on media, politics, and public life. Remarks touch on manners, shopping pressure, detective work, and private affairs with wry humor.
Mansfield Enterprise Passes to Stock Company Directors
The Mansfield Enterprise is now run by a stock company led by C E Jenkins A M Rives and J B Elam all tied to a good government league. F A Leaming serves as manager and J E Hewitt as editor. The plant moved into the building between Tom Hendersons colored store and Lee Pegues law office. The political tilt remains uncertain with likely Democratic claims.
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C. E. Jenkins
Good
Government League
A M. Rives
J. B. Elam
F. A. Leaming
Republican
J. E. Hewitt
Tom Henderson
Lynching Reported Near Social Circle Georgia
Two Black men were killed during a lynching on Tuesday near Social Circle Georgia. The incident follows a pattern of mob violence without clear charges or trial details available in the report.
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Social Circle
Valparaiso Baptists Visited by Rev Knowlton Friday
Rev J A Knowlton of the Baptist church of Valparaiso was in this vicinity Friday calling on the degenerate members of his church.
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J. A. Knowlton
The
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Valparaiso
Ind
Aswell to Meet Judge Hall Supporters in Ruston
The Shreveport Journal invites Mr. Aswell to Ruston on July 4 to explain why the New Orleans States and the Shreveport Times back his candidacy. The paper urges him to justify other backers and defend the influence used to win voter support.
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Shreveport Journal
Gamb'er Divorce Case Testimony Described as Cold
In a New York divorce case the husband testified that his wife embraced him only once and showed no further affection than a barrel would. The judge or jury considered the remark a cold blooded proposition.
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Gamb’er
New York
Monroe Friends Plan July 4 Ruston Trip for Theft
The Lake Arthur Herald warns of Monroe residents preparing July 4 festivities in blue to seize and remove the large dolns for their favorite. The piece urges prudence before attempting the daring coup and questions Good Government League action on repealing the costly parish official fee system.
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Monroe
Good Government League Nominates Louisiana Officials
The Good Government League of Louisiana at a New Orleans convention nominated Judge L. E. Hall of Monroe for Governor and Hon. Henri L. Gueydan of Vermillion for Lieutenant Governor. Hall accepted with a speech described as tepid by the Picayune, a disappointment noted by the Tensas Gazette.
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Monroe
Louisiana
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Hall Boosters See Victory in Bienville Parish
A Bienville Parish booster reported Hall appears poised to win the parish with strong support. Requests are made for clarifications from Gibsland News editor and Andy Bell on their stance amid these odds.
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Hall
Bienville Parish
Will Brother
Arcadia Argus
Gibsland News
Andy Bell
Bienville
No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden
A compact quotation attributed to Dickens notes that no person is useless who helps others bear their load, highlighting the value of shared effort and kindness in human life.
Unreliable Cook Sparks Comical Mixup in Neighbor Tale
A humor note recalls a husband asking if the hired cook arrived and the wife replying no. A mistaken call for Mrs. Gillet led to a substitute guest at the door, creating a comic domestic moment captured by Harper's Bazaar.
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Mrs. Gillet
Harper's Bazaar
Old Man Seeks Housekeeper Widow but Object of Faith Divides
Ailing widower seeks a second wife, but his Presbyterian heart clashes with a Methodist housekeeper once his spouse. He frets over Sunday church plans and whether Mandy will attend the Methodist church while he goes to his own. Separately, Mexican women join American sisters in demanding voting rights.
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Mandy
House of God
Ladies' Home Journal
Chicago Clerk Resigns After 26 Years in License Bureau
A veteran clerk in the Chicago marriage license bureau resigns after 26 years of service during which he issued more than 400000 licenses. The remark on his impact laments the misery caused.
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Chicago
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