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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1925
Page
8
New Orleans reports cotton futures opening steady and closing unchanged to 2 points down with January near 21.85 and May around 22.40. Early gains of 13 to 15 points cited Liverpool demand, but prices eased 9 to 11 points as weather news remained favorable and trading quieted.
Cotton futures in New York opened firm on weekend covering and Liverpool cables, with May at 2.20 and July 22.37. Prices eased later 6 to 7 points as favorable southern weather and talk of domestic mill curtailment capped gains, with December around 22.24 and October near 22.07.
Liverpool cotton market shows steady prices across grades with 6,000 bales sold including 5,200 American. Receipts total 7,000 bales, 5,700 American. Futures closed very steady with May to March maturities quoted from 12.08 to 11.74.
Rainy weather and damp soil slow planting and lift crop fears. Wheat futures eased early then recovered some, while corn held firmer on rising hog values. Oats moved with wheat as provisions followed corn and hogs.
Butter and eggs steady while poultry prices show mixed gains in Chicago trading. Fowls and roosters quoted around 24 to 26 cents, turkeys about 26, ducks near 24, broilers 25 and 48 cents, geese and other items lightly noted.
Winnsboro Louisiana officials declare May 21 a celebration day for the completed paved streets. The event features speeches by state figures, a baseball game, refreshments, street dancing, and music. Townsfolk and nearby communities are invited to attend this gala.
An unknown source started a fire at 606 Wood Street at 2:15 AM damaging the wooden house owned by C. E. Bynum and occupied by E. B. Short. Firefighters from companies one and two fought flames that confined the blaze to the interior. furniture and the building suffered about $4,000 in insured loss.
Wood, labor commissioner of New Orleans, warns Monroe employers to strictly follow state labor laws for teens and women. He notes women may not exceed ten hours per day or sixty hours per week and requires weekly rest. children under fourteen cannot be employed, and age certificates must be secured for fourteen to eighteen year olds.
Weather outlook shows showers due in the eastern gulf states with a period of rain in the first half and moderate temperatures. The western gulf states will see showers in the north early, then mostly fair skies with temperatures near or above normal.
In the West Monroe Welfare Association monthly report the balance on hand should read 228 dollars, not 28. Secretary Donald F. Walker of the Monroe Chamber of Commerce heads to Washington for the National Chamber convention via Terre Haute and Troy to visit his ill mother. Miss May of Terre Haute, a businesswoman and Business Women’s League member, arrives in Monroe to visit Mrs. Walker. A marriage license was issued to Jeff W. Caldwell and Daisy Laura Hunter, with additional licenses to Ed McGuire and Aldina Gray and Fin Bridge and Gertrude Pearson. Firemen at Central Station plan summer leave from June 2 to July 23.
A mass meeting is set for 8 p m at the West Monroe school auditorium with a capacity crowd expected from Monroe and West Monroe. Speakers will discuss the twin cities industrial situation and Virgil C Pettie of Couch interests is to speak. a special permanent industrial committee will be chosen to evaluate prospects locating in West Monroe.
A dream book found in Allen Nugent’s Rochelle home lists Bessie Ponder Campti La Lula Ponder Natchitoches La and names the unidentified youth as Robert Holt. The Nugents say the victim’s photo matches Holt who said he had no home or parents and was raised by a grandfather.
Casing for the Dixon test six miles northwest of Monroe was received yesterday and hauled to the site today. Drilling plans call for starting to set casing Monday and a strong gas showing reported fuels optimism for the ongoing test, including casing, plugging, and testing slated soon.
Commissioner Will Atkinson announced two days of additions at Forsythe Park Zoo. Four ring necked doves and a Mexican parakeet were donated by Mrs Kate Campbell of 203 Sixth Street, and a rattlesnake was donated by Mr Barkham of Oak Ridge, La. The animals were placed in the zoo and await inspection by visitors.
Cardinal Hayes arrived in New Orleans to preside at the dedication of the Our Lady of Lourdes parish church. He traveled with Monsignor Waring of New York and Monsignor Foley of Chicago for the ceremony tomorrow.
Sheriff Taylor of Rankin county led a raid on a moonshine still in Mississippi last night. Robert Graves was killed during the confrontation while James Kitchen and Elias Ingram were jailed in Hinds County. About 1708 gallons of mash and two 25 gallon stills were seized.
Preparations completed for the Fifth District Medical Association meeting in this city on June 9 at 9 a.m. at St Francis Sanatorium clinic. The program names speakers including Dr. C. H. Mose ly and Dr. E. M. Ellis with topics on puerperal infection and malaria experiences. Luncheon to follow. officers listed: President Dr. C. H. Mosely, Vice President Dr. R. B. Leavell, Secretary-Treasurer Dr. P. L. Perot.
Monroe Mayor Arnold Bernstein intends to travel to Jackson next Thursday for a public hearing on the lease of the A and V railroad and the U S and P railroad to Yazoo and Mississippi Valley a subsidiary of Illinois Central Local Chamber of Commerce resolutions urged business leaders to attend Bernstein may be joined by one or more commissioners The mayor said the issue warrants businessman and public attention and that Monroe stands to benefit from the lease attendance will connect local officials with Illinois Central executives and clarify potential city gains
The A. M. E. Colored Monroe district conference met for a second day led by Rev. G. T. Stinson. Greetings from Minden and Shreveport districts were delivered as Rev. Hutcherson and Rev. Franklin spoke. The session endorsed Stinson for bishop, with sermons by Rev. Brown and Rev. Meeks and a public invitation for Sunday services.
Mary Ruth Harris six year old daughter of Dr and Mrs Victor Harris was struck by an automobile while crossing McDonald avenue Ruston late Thursday afternoon. Wade Harkins driving a runabout stopped but the child ran in front of the car and was badly injured with severe contusions but no broken bones. She is being treated at her uncle Jas Goslin’s home. Also noted is the death of Mrs Marie High in Ruston after a brief illness. Funeral arrangements announced for Sunday.
Smith Bros. inaugurates a fourteen day May Festival sale with a packed store. Everything is discounted to attract quick purchases from men and women including shoes furnishings clothing dress millinery drapery and houseware. Daily 10 30 to 11 30 offers include bleached Pepperell sheeting and Hope domestic at special prices.
The text notes an outbreak at a farm where Mr. Bennett was called to treat cattle and urged cattle owners to comply with the law. It mentions this as the first outbreak of the year and hints at subsequent steps and the economic incentive of classified ads.
An advertisement markets AL E CO Pain Oil as a liniment for relief from aches and pains. The product emphasizes topical treatment, claiming soothing effects for joints and muscles. It targets readers seeking affordable, accessible relief from everyday discomfort.
Monroe lists numerous contractors prepared to handle any operation from houses to large office buildings and the diverse lines needed in the oil field. The firms are ready to render first class service to meet exacting requirements.
Anthrax has broken out among cattle on William Whitfield's farm five miles southeast of Monroe. Local veterinarian L. H. Bennett urged immediate vaccination for nearby animals noting the disease spreads quickly. He warned that animals dying from anthrax must be buried under the law.
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