19 Mar 1912
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1912
Page
1
A town fears a fugitive gang is surrounded after a bank robbery. Authorities report the murderers of court officials are believed to be cornered, with a manhunt underway and limited details released.
A posse from Mount Airy N C heads toward Squirrel's Spur in the Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia to assist in capturing the Allen clan members blamed for Judge Massie murder. Floyd Allen declares his wife stands by him as lawsuits arise.
Hillsville Va March 19 A day of chasing the Allen fugitives ends with no capture as authorities suspect the gang crossed into North Carolina or Tennessee. Governor Mann raises rewards to four thousand dollars and descriptions are mailed to stores and post offices.
The North Louisiana Agricultural Society will hold its next meeting at the Experiment Station in Calhoun on Thursday March 28. Dr W H Dalrymple will speak on Eradication of the Cattle Tick and L M Calhoun will discuss cooperative demonstration work. J D Goodson and J W Wade will share cotton growing under boll weevil conditions.
San Diego police report six men arrested yesterday thwarting a statewide dynamite plot tied to opposition to the restricted public speaking ordinance. The arrests are described as saving the city from a planned action.
Tonight and Wednesday feel unsettled with colder air. The outlook warns of lingering clouds and gusty winds as a cold front passes. Temperatures are expected to dip, with a briefer chill following into midweek.
Police uncover a scheme to attract global attention with the dynamiting of downtown structures tied to a speaking ordinance. No lives were endangered. Dynamite was taken from city sewer department magazines two weeks earlier.
In Richmond Virginia on March 19 the Rt. Rev. Denis J. O'Connell was consecrated as Roman Catholic bishop of Richmond succeeding the late Bishop Van de Vyver. The ceremony in the new cathedral drew a large clergy and lay audience. O'Connell comes from San Francisco where he served as auxiliary bishop since 1907 and is a native of South Carolina previously rector of the American College in Rome.
Last night at 7 30 the Quarterly Conference of the First Methodist Church elected a new Board of Stewards. Nominees chosen by Rev Thomas J Norsworthy will serve with him next year. The conference was harmonious and hopeful as plans for a Sunday School Annex and other growth were outlined. A banquet for the new pastor followed at 8. The outlook for the church is bright.
San Francisco hosts the Golden Gate Kennel Club third annual bench show at the audito rium starting March 19 with about 500 dogs from popular breeds. The premium list is the largest yet offered on the Pacific coast and the event continues through Saturday.
Junior Order United American Mechanics council opens its annual session in Petaluma California with a large attendance. Elaborate arrangements have been made for the entertainment of the delegates and the meeting runs through Thursday.
The Monroe Fair Association voted to expand the fair this year and designate it for the Fifth Congressional District. A new board of directors was named with members from across North Louisiana and letters sent urging exhibits of livestock poultry and agricultural products. The full list includes H. D. Apgar Theo Marks Q O Clark J M Parker C E Maroney W G Saunders R P Webb T L Hood Jake Lowe O P Slack Co L Thomas C W Phillips Jos E Ransdell J Q Graves C C Davenport J D Baughman Jeff B. Snyder N E Calhoun A B Smith W F Calloway T B Gilbert I T Hamilton C M Noble Nash Collins.
A brief note emphasizes drainage improvements and farming practices that restore land quickly. The message highlights practical steps for reclaiming soil, improving moisture management, and boosting crop viability. It stresses accessible methods and forward-looking farming in the region.
A persuasive appeal urges draining swamps between Monroe and the Mississippi River to reclaim land for farming and home building. It argues drainage costs are low, reclamation yields quick crops, and would supply food for northern cities while inviting industrious families to settle in the area.
Philadelphia marks its first century of the Academy of Natural Sciences with three days of centenary celebrations. Founded in 1812 by chemists and drug traders, the institution grew into a renowned research center with national scientific impact. Eminent scientists and educators from across the country attend.
In a confrontation near Omaha two men were killed and one was captured by officers. The suspects were described as convicts and the incident followed an armed clash with law enforcement. Further details on identities and motive were not immediately available.
Three escaped Lincoln prisoners Dowd Taylor and Morley were cornered near Omaha after a running battle with six posse groups. Roy Blunt, an innocent bystander, was killed during the final pursuit. Morley surrendered after a long fight, Dowd and Taylor died in the gunfire, Morley later released to Lincoln authorities.
Moisants and Elks promise a major air show for Monroe and surrounding areas with a landmark flying exhibition. The event will feature heavier than air machines and a large racing automobile that Moisants plan to bring to the display.
Monroe and Charles Mias the noted motor cycle racer are slated to appear at the Elks Aviation Meet with a speed clash against aeroplanes. The event promises sensational races and a sham militia battle to showcase aircraft use in locating ambushes and signaling. Moisant aviators’ advertising campaign will cover Monroe and surrounding country ahead of the April 6 7 meet.
A London cable reports that the United States sending a cruiser squadron to the Philippines is to define its stance on Japan and Russia's alleged moves to partition China. Admiral Bridge questions its impact, noting the small American fleet and urging focus on gathering force before engagement.
New Orleans March 19 Attorney General Guion directs Ruffin G Pleasant to handle the Mizell case at Jena in La Salle Parish Pleasant leaves New Orleans to reach Jena by morning He may work with District Attorney Perrin or prosecute alone after a conference Judge Wear had imprisoned Perrin for contempt of court Saturday
Rome on March 19 observed as a holiday at the Vatican for St. Joseph feast day and Pope Pius X name day. His Holiness held mass in his private chapel with sisters and nieces and later received an audience with the Cardinals and Catholic Club of St Peter's members who offered congratulations.
The Annie Crawford trial halted to allow defense experts to inspect the organs of Elise Crawford, whose body was secretly removed from a cemetery by order of District Attorney Adams. An autopsy by Dr. Duvall and four physicians suggested cerebral hemorrhage or morphine poisoning, affecting the case. The trial will resume tomorrow.
In New Orleans on March 19 the state produced in court the heart lungs and other organs of Elise Crawford after exhumation and an autopsy by Dr Charles Duval. The pathologist testified morphine poisoning caused Elise's death overturning the defense claim of cerebral hemorrhage.
Mrs Zoe T Garry Carson files in district court for divorce from Rev H R Carson former Grace Episcopal rector and North Louisiana archdeacon. She claims cruel treatment and a strike, seeks sale of communal home and goods, alimony of 50 dollars monthly, and custody of their nine year old son. The couple married in Baton Rouge in 1900. she belongs to the Garig family.
The Topeka team, Western League champions last year, meets the Detroit Tigers at Forsythe Park tomorrow. Manager Jennings plans to start his regulars and there will be no replay of Sunday's Shreveport game. The Tigers benefit from sunny weather and the Monroe public is urged to attend in large numbers.
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