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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1910
Page
5
In Holcomb Mississippi Ed Smith shoots and kills Tom Lowrey after Lowrey and Smith, longtime rivals, chased Smith in a field. Smith’s wife, witnessing the quarrel, gave him a shotgun and he fired in self defense, ending the deadly confrontation.
The piece reports Gov. Sanders likely to win the next Senate seat after Senator McEnery's death while facing Democratic infighting and questions about holding both state and federal offices. It notes legislative procedures for filling the vacancy, possible resignations, salaries, and public support. plus local social and travel notes.
A local drug store commercial urges readers to try D. D. D. Prescription oil of wintergreen thymol and glycerine as an external cure for eczema. The ad offers a 25 cent bottle for first-time customers, claiming instant relief from itching and stating the product previously sold only in one dollar bottles.
Forksville Louisiana June 27 1910 daily rain retards field work. Mr Perminto of Mississippi visiting local residents and contributing notes on farm activities and community affairs.
An advertisement for Botanic Blood Balm claims it cures blood poisoning and skin diseases by cleansing the blood. The ad offers free samples and mentions price and distribution details. Separate text recounts a poisoning case with suspected conspirators and a letter from a key witness, noting evidence and legal actions.
The notice advertises 101 stands for good grub and quick delivery and invites customers to try next month, attributed to T. M. Parker Company.
The dreamland production nears opening with complete principal cast and polished classes. Spectators anticipate a striking ascent of balloon props featuring fireworks and a free ticket prize for one finder. Balloons lift off Saturday night from Second Street Natatorium and West Monroe.
Supreme Court affirms $30,000 judgment against E C Drew Investment Company. Reverses lower court on Drew and Reynolds individually. Court allows Bank of Monroe to pursue an overdraft suit. Attorneys Stubbs Russell and Theus plan new filings.
A large crowd attended the park band concert last night, the season’s biggest turnout. The Hess band delivered one of its best performances, enjoyed by all. Streets cars managed the crowds without a jam, while the Natatorium stayed crowded with bathers in the salt water evening hours.
The Lyceum Theatre features The Cowboy Girls a Western comedy about Eastern girls running a ranch with no men and a Seven Days comedy where husbands drink and flee to celebrate freedom. Mulligans Hire Out promises hearty laughs, Duty a Faded Flower offers pathos and realism, Picturesque Pyrenees shows colors from the Pyrenees, and A Victim of Jealousy presents a jealous folly.
An advert promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle, effective laxative for children and the whole family. It touts government-validated purity, free trial bottles, and low prices while claiming improved appetite and digestion. It lists testimonials from Mrs M F Cash and Mrs K L Stout and invites readers to request a free sample.
Yesterday at the bride’s father’s residence seven miles north of the city, Miss Gladys Wimberly and Mr. Gus Toombs were united in marriage by Rev. J. A. H. Wharton. The couple, from two old local families, received many congratulations from friends.
Attorney Stone and Holmes present in court as a man testifies he fell ill after meals at the Loper House. He recalls three poisoning episodes between May 31 and June 5 involving soup, chicken broth, coffee, tea, and ice tea served by Dr. Lopez and Mrs. Dunn, with speculation about city water versus cistern water.
Faribault hosts the annual department encampment of the United Spanish War Veterans with a large turnout from Minnesota. The opening day drew many veterans and the proceedings continue tomorrow.
It is hailed worldwide for curing diarrhoea and bowel complaints. The advertisement claims no other medicine equals its success and notes it is sold by all druggists.
Tuesday and Friday nights at Park offer music with Hudnall's Orchestra providing performances described as better than ever. The lively scene highlights local entertainment and weekly dance events.
On account of taking stock our place of business will be closed Thursday June 30 for the fiscal year end. Sugar Bros. Co. Ltd. informs customers of the temporary shutdown due to annual inventory.
A real estate notice states you can list your property with McMillan for sale and pay nothing unless a sale occurs. The offer emphasizes no upfront fee and no sale means no charge, inviting inquiries from homeowners seeking brokerage services.
A list of short film titles and genres including Mulligan's Hire Out and Seven Days by Selig, The Cowboy Girls Western Comedy, Only a Faded Flower Drama, Picturesque Pyrenees Scenic by Pathé, and A Victim of Jealousy Biograph Drama.
General information lists admission 10 cents for adults and 5 cents for children with matinee at 3 30 and night at 7 30 Doors open thirty minutes before and matinee and 10 cents admission.
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