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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1925
Page
7
The New Orleans cotton market opened steady but eased as Liverpool cables limited gains. Prices for January to December futures slid, with July around 23.88 and October near 28.09 as demand softened and oil trade dullness weighed on sentiment.
The New York cotton market opened easy as May at 76, July 28.90, October 23.55, ember 23.74, and January 23.45. The session showed losses as buyers liquidated leading to a net drop of 22 to 24 points amid expectations of weak demand and favorable cables. The market remained nervous and unsettled after the first hour.
Liverpool reports steady cotton markets with moderate business and 8 000 bales sold including 6 900 American. Receipts 9 000 bales with 2 100 American. Prices for various grades listed from strictly good middling 13.19 to good ordinary 11.19 as futures prices show May 12.49 and other months around 12.5.
Chicago notes sharp wheat reductions on ocean shipments lift prices to May levels. May wheat hits 1.61 1/2, July 1.53 1/4 as Liverpool upturn supports gains. Corn softness persists with mixed prices and oats influenced by wheat. Hog strength lifts provisions.
Batter prices rise with creamery extras at 40 to 89 cents per unit and eggs receipts hit 34 791 cases with firsts and storage pack items cited. Poultry values show fowls at 27 cents roosters 4 1 2 cents turkeys 25 cents ducks 25 cents and broilers 45 cents to the market.
Allen Hunter, 37, of Sikes, Louisiana, was seriously injured when a log slipped from tongs during loading at the Sikes lumber yard. He was taken to St Francis sanitarium after the mishap Saturday morning.
H M Frierson faced the city court for celebrating early at Mother's Day. fined $12.50 or 12 1 2 days. Frank Rogers, recently released from a sixty day sentence for larceny, paid $7.50 or 12 days. Other weekend violators included D L Hughes on three charges with varied fines. D W Pugh and Toney Kruce also fined for drunkenness. Judge Schulze applied a new speeding rule adding 5 dollars per mile over 40. E L Nutt fined $100 and 60 days jail for speeding at 55. Arthur Williams fined $15 for fighting. Three negroes charged with trespassing were discharged.
United States seismograph at Loyola University logged tremors lasting almost two hours with the strongest shocks at 12 23 p m and estimated epicenter about 7 000 miles away.
A line in the want ads notes someone seeks a farm of a specific kind and is likely scanning daily for details in our notice columns. The search reflects buyers actively matching with local farm listings.
Classified notices in the News Star tout potential profits from small ads, urging readers to invest for substantial returns through advertised opportunities and listings.
After the Ouachita parish gambling ordinance, the sheriff's department raided two poker games on a Sterlington houseboat and at Sterlington. A. Lowery and Cal Smith, a negro, were arrested for gambling with cards. Bills of information were filed by District Attorney David Garrett. The ordinance excludes Monroe and West Monroe.
Classified ads in News-Star promise strong returns for advertisers as small businesses seek exposure. Readers are informed of affordable rates and targeted sections to maximize reach. Local merchants weigh the potential of ongoing promotions and seasonal offerings.
Monroe Steam Laundry offers a new blanket re-napping service using a recently installed machine costing over 1800 dollars. One blanket from each linen order was treated to demonstrate results to Monroe residents and promote the service. The firm aims to keep prices low and preserve blanket longevity.
Used cars in good condition are in high demand prompting sellers to emphasize reliability in ads. Language warns against misrepresenting vehicles to avoid legal or financial issues while aiming to attract buyers.
Dr. C Cottingham of Louisiana College spoke at Columbia high school's baccalaureate, urging 17 graduates to build monuments of lasting honor through faithful work. He warned against treachery like Benedict Arnold and urged dedication to duty and service as they receive diplomas and enter their chosen fields.
Special to the News-Star Bastrop Epworth Leaguers joined the Monroe district gathering in Rayville on Sunday afternoon at 3 30. Participants from Bastrop included Erwin Bacon and Eunice Eldridge who spoke on The French Situation in Southern Louisiana. An afficionado lunch followed with chicken salad olives and more.
Mr and Mrs W T Smith and Miss Myrtle Caldwell drove to Biersville Saturday for a death in the Scheen family.
Mrs. C F Allison entertained the Friday Afternoon Bridge Club last week in her newly decorated home. Guests admired the festive decor and enjoyed a round of competitive bidding followed by refreshments.
Baton Rouge May 4 The first annual HI Y training camp in Louisiana runs June 9 to 18 at Camp Ravenswood on Lake St. John ten miles north of Ferriday. A. K. Jones Y M C A field secretary reports strong interest as Hi Y boys from across the state prepare for daily contests rowing swimming and fishing plus camp fires each evening.
After many interesting games Mrs. A Volk was given first prize, Madeira centerpiece, delicious ice cream and cake were served to Mesdames E D Shaw, A C Volk, L E Bentley, E H McMeans, F Freeman, W M Taylor, McVea Young and F A Williams.
An advertisement touts Adlerika as a fast stomach gas reducer and bowel cleaner using buckthorn bark and magnesium sulph. It claims ten minute relief and removal of waste matter, urging readers to visit Collens Pharmacy and Calvert's Drug Store in West Monroe.
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