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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
4
The item notes that the periodical is entered as second class matter at the Monroe Louisiana post office on June first nineteen sixty nine under the 1879 act.
The Louisiana General Assembly nears adjournment on July sixth marking an orderly, mostly productive session. The Times-Picayune praises reduced factionalism, new Democratic representation, and restraint on liquor debates while noting far fewer bills and steady passage of reform measures.
The Legislature’s actions reflect popular will on fees and taxes with a 0.75 mill tax rate viewed as best for the state. It created few new offices, avoided adding district judgeships, and resisted restoring registrars. It bungled the primary law but avoided radical reform, and blocked the workingmen’s compensation bill. Pending items include divided sessions, Supreme Court bill, pensions, income tax, and river bridge issues. Overall officials hope for intelligent future action aligning with public wishes.
The Picture Garden screens Chapter Three of The Secret of the Submarine. An automoble driver survives a washed out bridge by a dash to safety, while Hook and Hope uncover clues in a web of murder, hidden plans, and a book auction amid a city fire.
A mixed list of historical notes from 1848 to 1915 covers papal bans on Bible circulation by heretics, the Croton Aqueduct completion, British Columbia joining Canada, the Chinese emperor meeting foreign powers, 1906 naturalization law federalized, and 1915 items including O'Donovan Rossa’s death, a Daniel Boone monument, and various World War I battles and troop movements across Europe and the Middle East.
A terse, unfinished passage declares imminent readiness and emphasizes that determined, aggressive action will follow. The murky wording references years of preparation and a firm stance, signaling a pledge of force without specifics.
The Shreveport Times laments delay in action against Mexico after Carrizal. It argues the US is unprepared for war, praises diplomacy, but notes the oppressed Mexican masses suffer under bandits and rulers. It questions Wilson's restraint and suggests a trained American army could end tyranny from the Rio Grande to Guatemala.
The piece argues President Wilson should delay action in Mexico until the United States is fully prepared for war. It condemns quick, unprepared retaliation, warns of anti-US sentiment south of the border, and calls for mobilization to about one hundred thousand soldiers before any aggressive move. It advocates patience and readiness over impulsive strikes.
The notice invites hiring a band for any event. It lists Joe Marsali at 327 North Eighth Street and a contact phone 973.4-297 for bookings.
A period advertisement extols Mother's Friend as a nightly rest remedy for pregnant women. It claims external application eases muscle tension, reduces distress, and calms nerves to aid mental and physical development of the child. It urges readers to obtain a bottle from the A write ator Co. at 410 Lamar Ave Ga.
Senator Borah of Idaho turns SL years old as he leads at the Republican convention and mediates with Roosevelt. General Goethals, 58, retires after Panama Canal work. Dr. Mayo, 55, part of Mayo Clinic legacy. Charles Mayo and Mayo Foundation donations noted. Ebbie Watson, 47, leads national agricultural commissioners. Hale, 48, astronomer. Atkinson, 71, former WV governor and judge. James Mays, 48, Utah congressman. Andrew Preston, 76, Costa Rica railway financier. Comment on engagement and expectations in romance.
The Plumbers Union of Monroe Ohio signs work agreements with Monroe Plumbing Co Home Heating and Plumbing Co and W A Fitzgerald. They recognize only these firms and ban work in open shops. From July 15 to October 1 they will not work on Saturday afternoons. Orders should be placed early.
A vintage health notice explains biliary distress causing sour stomach constipation and nausea. It recommends Chamberlain's Tablets to tone the liver clean the stomach and relieve symptoms. Stated price is a quarter and it is obtainable widely.
The ad praises Dr. King's New Discovery as a sweet syrup easy for children to take. It claims the medicine relieves coughs and colds with years of experience supporting its effectiveness. It promises a money back guarantee if not satisfied and urges keeping the rest for ongoing cough and cold relief.
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