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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1912
Page
1
The National Drainage Congress will meet in New Orleans from April 10 to 15 to discuss drainage issues and related policies. The event gathers officials and engineers to review projects and share expertise.
Citizens of Louisiana push for strong Monroe and Ouachita Parish representation at the National Drainage Congress in New Orleans April 10 to 13. Mayor Behrman and President Taft discussed the issue, with Taft considering attendance or sending an endorsing message.
Dollar Days are few and far between as merchants warn they could not sustain daily sales. The comment highlights the need for pauses in discount events to maintain profits.
Tonight brings rain and a drop in temperatures. Saturday is expected to be fair but cold with a potential freeze and a chilly end to the weekend. Highs near freezing and brisk winds likely.
Louisianans seek a hearing before the House Military and Naval Affairs Committee to press for protection at the mouth of the Mississippi. Gen Estopinal aims to bring Lawton and others to explain strategy and compel action by War and Navy Departments. Chairman Padgett resists a hearing as the bill nears completion amid House economy measures.
A Monroe Progressive League board meeting discussed forming a Traffic Bureau to address the rate question affecting Monroe. The group weighs funding from shipping interests versus higher railroad tariffs and the need for funds to cover hearings before the Interstate Commerce Commission.
Merchants plan sacrifices on Dollar Day to draw shoppers and gain better advertising by presenting themselves prominently and enticing customers to visit their stores.
Monroe Lodge No. 454 B P O Elks elected officers for the coming year with most incumbents reappointed. Officers include J M Cobb exalted ruler Adolph Wolff leading knight Albert Marx loyal knight C W Day lecturing knight F B Surgaine secretary A Renaud trustee Fracle Craig Tyler J M Cobb Grand Lodge representative W H De Graffenreid alternate. Lodge reports strong harmony and prosperity.
Librarians from the sixteenth annual Pennsylvania Library Club and New Jersey Library Association gather in Atlantic City N J March 8 for a two day meeting opening today and continuing tomorrow.
The report suggests a potential dispute over a South Pole discovery attributed to Amundsen, drawing parallels to the Cook-Peary controversy. Details remain fragmentary but the claim could trigger debate among explorers and scholars.
Christopherson dispatches from Hobart report Captain Ronald Amundsen reached the South Pole on December 14, 1911. Norwegian leaders, including President Konow, voice joy and pride while the Storthing sends warm greetings. Amundsen denies telegraphing news about Robert Scott and refuses access to the Frama ship.
Supporters of Taft take control at a Louisiana Republican State Central Committee meeting today as party members gathered to influence the agenda and leadership. The event marks a shift in regional party leadership and signals Taft-aligned priorities.
In New Orleans the Louisiana Republican State Central committee saw eleven members abstain while Taft backers dominated. A state convention was set for April 18 in Alexandria with parish delegates and unit rule endorsed. United States Marshal Loisel elected chairman as Taft administration endorsements were pledged. London reports Senate action on arbitration treaties trims Monroe Doctrine immigration and state debts.
Social dispatches report Captain Amundsen will submit his expedition charts and data without delay. After meeting Captain Scott in the Bay of Whales on January 19, 1911, Amundsen and nine companions camped at longitude 164 west latitude 78 have not revealed subsequent movements. He intends to sail within a week from Hobart for Buenos Aires.
Mr J L Hoyt demonstrated remarkable typing speed at Monroe Commercial College. In one year he writes 100 to 130 words per minute while conversing and adds memorized figures at 220 words per minute without error using an Underwood typewriter. He answers questions and shares tips with students.
The senate ratified the general arbitration treaties with Great Britain and France by 76 to 3. Senators Lorimer Martine and Reed opposed. Amendments limit arbitration on aliens, education, state debt, Monroe doctrine, and U S government policy. Disputes not resolved by diplomacy go to The Hague.
In Atlanta on March 8 a Central of Georgia Railroad passenger train collided head on with another train, resulting in the deaths of four Negroes and injuries to eight trainmen plus one passenger.
Two hundred passengers from Mexico City traveled north via Laredo Texas on March 8 with Europeans and Mexicans among them. American Consul General Shanklin avoided comment saying he could not talk. In Mexico City Manuel Calero denied an interview claiming Americans would be held as hostages if a foreign force invaded Mexico.
Rain and cold weather forced the postponement of the Tigers versus Louisiana Industrial boys at Forsythe Park. Grounds are waterlogged and more adverse conditions are forecast, delaying the southbound teams on their spring workouts before an early April northern trip.
The Tigers laud City Engineer Parsons for excellent field conditions. Despite bad weather he kept the infield fair and the outfield good enough for any visiting team, showing a strong commitment to visitor comfort.
The United States Court of Appeals reverses a lower ruling and orders a new trial in Mrs. Rogers widow’s suit against the Vicksburg Shreveport and Pacific Railroad for damages over her husband Robert T. Rogers lynching at Tallulah Louisiana in 1907. The defense had urged the jury to find for the railroad.
The Indian opera Powhatan will be performed at Sugars theatre Saturday afternoon with curtain at 2 45. A large audience is expected and ladies and children who missed Thursday night should attend. Tickets cost 25 and 50 cents.
Mr. Bert W. Kincaid visits the city in advance of his stage production Beverly of Graustark as he readies the coming of the play.
The article explains Dollar Day as the biggest bargain event of the year, highlighting widespread discounts and shopper anticipation across stores.
A historical note emphasizes constant steady effort as essential for progress in town governance and development. It frames political work as ongoing labor requiring persistence from leaders and citizens alike.
An editorial urges rapid action to develop Ouachita parish and North Louisiana. It denounces obstructionists and factional politics, calling on businessmen and residents to unite, promote investments, and publicize the region’s rich resources and opportunities for growth.
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