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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1912
Page
1
A historical report notes the enduring optimism for Louisiana’s development and progress, emphasizing a strong faith in the state’s bright paths ahead and the confidence of its citizens in future prosperity.
The Times-Democrat reports Governor Sanders to devote all post-office time to attracting farmers to Louisiana. He backs the St Bernard Alluvial Lands Company with $160000 subscribed, aiming for $500000 authorized capital. He notes one month in and one fifth stock subscribed, with plans to start near Shell Beach in St Bernard Parish.
The Democratic Good Government League drafts a city campaign with John M. Parker to direct the effort. A mass meeting is planned for April 4 to reorganize the campaign committee and push a commission form of government with education and lectures from experts. A referendum bill for the Legislature is planned.
Tonight will be fair and colder with clear skies and low temperatures. Friday looks fair with continued cool conditions and light winds.
The text outlines a proposed bill to be put to a public vote. If ratified it becomes law. if rejected it will not take effect. A special election is planned for late summer after the Legislature adjourns and before the fall primaries to decide the issue alone.
The report notes Will Go Beyond Danger is set to pass the forty foot mark at the Memphis event this Saturday, highlighting the milestone in the preparation for the stage.
A heated exchange marked by hostile rhetoric during a campaign rally. The candidate delivered a direct attack on opponents, prompting sharp responses from rival campaigns and observers.
Mississippi River at Memphis reaches forecast 39 feet with rise to over 40 in seven days. Helena expected near 50 feet. Lowland residents abandon homes and move to higher ground as three boatloads of refugees arrive from President's Island. Levee strain and precautionary evacuations continue.
In Spartanburg South Carolina on March 28 a large crowd attended the opening of the Southern Appalachian Good Roads Association convention. The two day session will focus on highways Asheville Spartanburg Asheville Greenville Charlotte Asheville Columbia Spartanburg Asheville and Knoxville Atlanta.
Reportedly one Allen, likely Jasper, with son Friel in the hunted group, contemplates surrender to end the pursuit. Posses remain in the mountains to trap or allow escape from the section, but the account is unverified.
An ad from The Monroe Drug Co promotes Rexall Orderlies as a safe, scientific remedy for constipation. The offer guarantees payment for medicines used during the trial if relief is not achieved, with low prices for 12, 36, and 80 tablets and night store hours.
St. Louis dispatch reports that Col. Roosevelt would bolt if not nominated. He denies the story, asserting any such statement attributed to him is false and that he speaks only for himself.
Vicksburg Mississippi March 28 due to high Yazoo Delta water the Silver City branch of the Ya zoo and Mississippi Valley road suspended all trains south of Belzoni. Main line operations are not expected to face material delays though further rises threaten the line. Weather officials predict river stage near fifty feet by Sunday.
Complete returns from the Democratic primary indicate Joe P. Robinson won the nomination over Governor Donaghey. The race for U S senator between Jeff Davis and Brundidge is close. Congress contests show Caraway leading Macon in the First District and Oldenfield ahead of Campbell in the Second.
The note indicates that the item is being taken and a general feeling that they will be equal to the outcome. No further details are provided in the fragment.
Rapid snowmelt in northern states pushes the Mississippi toward flood stage within days. Levee preparations increase along the river as Capt John K. Luebben warns Cairo could see fifty four feet. Ohio and Missouri valleys flood with creeks out of banks and tracks washed away along routes between Keokuk and St. Louis.
Rock Island Illinois March 28. Fear of renewed riots after Tuesday night violence left one dead and several wounded, two may die. Mayor Schriver relinquished mayoral powers to officers of the Sixth Illinois regiment National Guard mobilized here. Soldiers patrolled streets and kept crowds apart as identities remained unclear and two men were missing.
Hillsville Virginia march 28 posses move on the court house as outlaws are believed to hide in the Blue Ridge. Fifty mounted men encircle the strongholds while others prepare to charge. Sheriff Haynes of Surrey county North Carolina leads fifty volunteers awaiting orders from Mount Airy.
Opelousas March 28 acting District Attorney Dubuisson moved to discharge the jury in the McRee murder case after learning juror Bou cher would not vote for conviction if chosen. Judge Pavy overruled the motion and the trial continued with Coroner Robert Little testifying. Bourcier denied recall of such statements and defense urged no error in keeping the panel.
Charlottetown PEI March 27 the legislature assembled for the session under the new Conservative premier Hon J A Matheson. The opening included customary ceremonies marking the start of his administration.
Heavy rain and wind disrupted telegraph lines in Monroe this morning, leaving the News-Star without Associated Press service for several hours and delaying our afternoon edition.
Charleston South Carolina March 28 a monument to General Wade Hampton was unveiled in Marion Square. Presented by the local chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy the tribute marks the ninety fourth anniversary of Hampton's birth. Dr S C Mitchell president of the University of South Carolina delivered the day’s oration.
The Agricultural Health Educational demonstration train moved Wednesday from the Louisiana and Arkansas tracks to the Iron Mountain system and stopped at Pollock parish. J N Anderson A R Taylor and C O Carpenter joined the train officials from Missouri Pacific and Tron Mountain. In Pollock Rev I N Brian welcomed the group and C O Carpenter of the Iron Mountain spoke about the road's support for the demonstration.
London reports the House of Lords passed the second reading of the minimum wage bill amid ongoing coal miners strike. Cannock witnesses a riot as strikers aided by hundreds of women attack a colliery, injuring buildings and police. 10,000 troops at Aldershot are ordered to be ready to move to the district. The debate features opposition to the wage measure and delays royal assent until Friday. The miners’ federation commits to aiding settlement efforts to end the strike.
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