16 May 1911
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1911
Page
1
The new City Council held its first session last night and considered several items of public policy. Officials discussed budget appropriations and proposed ordinances affecting local services and zoning.
The News-Star reports unanimous re elections for Mayor Pro Tem C A Downey Tax Collector B K Fluker and Secretary Treasurer D W Faulk. New council members S C Blackmon M D Swayze B D Hodges J T Bryant join six returning members to push drainage water works and lower insurance costs while budget and committees are set for June.
Juarez reports indicate a wounded dove of peace signaling tentative optimism after talks with Judge Carbajal. Provisional President Madero and advisers plan to push for a peace solution while revolutionary forces shift focus from Chihuahua to Mexico City amid stalled negotiations.
Rioting and pillage occurred at Pachuca following its surrender to the Revolutionists. Rebels, drunk, defied the commanders. Townspeople hid inside homes as banks were dynamited and looted.
Hon John T Michel returned from Shreveport where he spoke with leading citizens and received strong encouragement for his gubernatorial campaign. The trip yielded cordial assurances of support from prominent public figures and business leaders in the city.
Washington on May 16 marks the start of the International Union for the Protection of Industrial Property Fourth Conference. Delegates from six countries gather to discuss patent and trademark issues and negotiate forthcoming treaties. The gathering may last six weeks with seven proposed treaties on the agenda. Britain proposes two treaties while France Germany the Netherlands Sweden and Switzerland propose one each. The International Bureau in Berne may also raise discussion topics.
The speaker praises Mr. Michel for long public service and business insight for Louisiana, claiming his abilities fit him to lead state affairs. He notes some opposition but anticipates solid backing from public and business sectors in the primary, based on assurances from leaders in and out of public life.
The Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, on its own initiative, began contempt proceedings against President Samuel Gompers Vice President John Mitchell and Secretary Frank Morrison of the American Federation of Labor.
Washington May 16 President Taft and his cabinet prepared to tackle the trust issue raised by the Standard Oil decision. Officials expect a government favorable ruling, with Attorney General Wickersham and Secretary Knox guiding the legal plan. Wickersham had drafted a federal approach with the president’s approval prior to final arguments.
The president considers a proposed corporation bill aimed at regulating monopolies and ensuring government supervision. He plans to study the decision with the cabinet and Mr Wicker sham before forming an opinion. News reached the White House as Chief Justice read the ruling, with telephonic briefings and a bicycle messenger delivering the full decision.
Russell Liddell former Camden Ala bank cashier surrendered to authorities and pleaded guilty in U S Court to violating national banking laws for converting funds of the First National Bank of Camden. He received a five year sentence after absconding and traveling across the country. he had been ill in an infirmary for a week after arrest.
The Observer canvasses possible candidates for the General Assembly and State Senate. Nap Larche disclaims candidacy while Allen Scholars Isaac Haas and others are named as potential runners. Dr J L Hood is favored for the Senate seat in the Jackson Ouachita district with support from Jackson parish leaders and possible backing from Senator Culpepper.
A Ouachita parish notice lauds Hon. O B Steele of Baton Rouge as a candidate for State Auditor. It praises his Confederate veteran status and character, urging Ouachita voters to give him a unanimous vote in the upcoming primary.
A columnist reflects on the latest council election results and foresees a harmonious official group. The piece notes some changes driven by non political causes and emphasizes that victory grants rightful offices to the winners.
A letter from Rev. L Pociecha and A K Kintzel of Wheeling West Virginia seeks a thousand acres for a Polish colony. The Louisiana officials request land owners with cheap suitable tracts to respond with concise proposals and keep authorities informed of developments. The message notes possible land offers in the region and urges prompt correspondence.
A business outlines that operations will continue as usual under its officers and internal corporate organization. The statement emphasizes self management without external control.
The House passed the Stanley resolution authorizing a nine member inquiry into United States Steel corporation. The measure was adopted without opposition. The investigation will be conducted by nine House members.
Thousands of Soloures residents and visitors flock to the reunion event, celebrating community ties and shared history with tours, performances, and local booths. The turnout underscores lasting regional interest and the event’s prominence in the calendar.
The twenty-first annual reunion of the Confederate Veterans opened in Little Rock on May 16 with a large crowd. General George W Gordon, commander in chief, responded to welcomes and committee assignments were announced. School children sang Southern songs during the opening session as President Taft sent a congratulatory message to the South.
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