Broussard Secures Backing for Race Assurances from Congressman
Friends report Broussard has received assurances from a congressman regarding his race. No further details provided about the candidate or the timing.
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19 May 1911
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1911
Page
1
Broussard May Run For Senate In 1915 Fight
Ex judge Watkins visits Michel headquarters as Broussard fanfare grows in North Louisiana. L. E. Thomas puts Broussard's 8000 vote lead in New Orleans context while Pujo foes hesitate. Good Government League may back Broussard with Ransdell for 1913 term as Avoyelles and St Landry show strong support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broussard
Thornton Togo
Good Government League
Ransdell
Bob
Pujo
Calcasieu Parish
St. Mary
Michel Headquarters Seeks Strong Support Across Parishes
The secretary of state arrived to direct operations at Michel headquarters as optimism grows. A Richland parish letter praises Michel, signaling local backing, while L. J. Dossman asserts St. Landry will swing in his favor. Opelousas reports indicate unified support in St. Landry and Evangeline for Michel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dossman
Michel
Old St. Landry
St. Landry
Lynn Watkins
Minden
Webster Parish
W. H. Peterman
Avoyelles Parish
Henry L. Favrot
Avoyelles
William W. Ventress
Iberville Parish
Weather Outlook: unsettled tonight into Saturday
The report notes unsettled weather tonight and on Saturday with cooler temperatures expected on Saturday.
Thomas predicts dry outcome in Caddo and north Louisiana
Hon L E Thomas of Shreveport former state bank examiner and Democratic leader toured Baton Rouge and Shreveport urging a dry win. He told Good Government League officials there is no state race in Caddo now and forecast John T Michel losing the north with Judge Hall carrying the Fourth and Fifth Districts by 8000 to 10000. total around 26000 votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. E. Thomas
Shreveport
Democratic Good Government League
Caddo
Pythian
Baton Rouge
Thomas
Good Government League
Canal Street
Harrison Parker
John M. Parker
Mr. Thomas
United States
Louisiana
John T. Michel
Red River
Judge Hall
Michel
Whitaker Case Defense Challenges Evidence in New Orleans Trial
In New Orleans on May 19 the Whitaker case defense challenged the state’s evidence against former Police Inspector E S Whitaker charged with crimes against nature involving young girls aged 7 and 12. Defense witnesses claimed the girls were not molested, while cross examination showed ties to Whitaker and a shared lunch with his brother at the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
E. S. Whitaker
Whitaker
Merger Proposed for New Orleans Railway and Light Co
New Orleans on May 19 reports terms of a planned merger between the New Orleans Railway and Light Co with the American Cities Railway and Light Co to form a large holding company. The combined capitalization would be about 108,453,499 and would control systems in several Southern cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Railway & Light Co
New Orleans
New Orleans Railway & Light Co
American Cities Railway & Light Co
Massive Mississippi Delta Cotton Land Sale Sealed
Deeds recorded in Bolivar and Washington counties transfer 82,000 acres of premier delta cotton land to a Memphis syndicate for about 3 million dollars in spot cash. The lands span Bolivar south and Washington north in one block, deeded to Triumph Plantation Company and Mississippi Delta Planting Company with bonds backed by British capitalists and Manchester spinners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Tenn
Bolivar
Washington Counties
Miss
Delta
Manchester
England
Bolivar County
Washington
Triumph Plantation Company
Mississippi
Mississippi Delta
Holding company plans merger of regional electric lines
A holding company announces a merger involving the Birmingham Railway Light and Power, Memphis Street Railway, and Houston Lighting and Power. Two thirds of each target's stock is secured. The new firm will issue its preferred and common stock in exchange for New Orleans stock at specified par values and ratios, with detailed exchange terms for both common and preferred shares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham Railway, Light & Power Co
Memphis Street Railway Co
Houston Lighting & Power Co
New Orleans
New Orleans Company
Hooper Names Bailey to Military Staff
Nashville Tenn May 19 Governor George B Hooper announces his military staff naming George M Bailey of the city to the position, drawing an ovation from attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashville
Tenn
George B. Hooper
George M. Bailey
Hooper Aide de Camp Chooses Out-of-State Staffer
The Houston Post notes Governor Hooper has named a man from outside Texas to his staff with the rank of colonel. In his closing letter to Bailey he urges moderating editorials against Republicans. He also appeals to Independent Democrats and Republicans to restrain partisan jests about those who joined the water wagon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Texas
Bailey
Hooper
John Sherman Found Guilty of Murder in Second Degree
Chattanooga May 19 Dr. John Sherman convicted of murder in the second degree for killing his brother in law Thomas B Norman in February last. Jury fixed punishment at ten years in the penitentiary and on motion for a new trial he was released on $10,000 bail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga
John Sherman
Thomas B. Norman
Sherman
James B Aswell Featured In Observer Profile In Monroe Visit
The Observer praises Dr. James B. Aswell from Lincoln parish as a leading Louisiana educator. It notes his Baton Rouge work, Mississippi governor bid, higher salary prospects, and his strong stump presence. It mentions a purported School Teachers ring and his choice to run for governor on merit and popularity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Aswell
Monroe
Farmerville
Jimmy’ Aswell
Louisiana
Lincoln Parish
Jimmy
Blanchard
Mississippi
University of Mississippi
Aswell
Baton Rouge
Natchitoches
Missionary Union A Year of Progress in Mission Work
Jacksonville reports women drive growth in the Woman's Missionary Union with 10 670 societies and 59 201 women at work plus 12 402 young women. Sunbeam bands total 44 344 with 117 473 Royal Ambassadors. Greenville's Margaret Home and Louisville Training School noted as improving. Southern Presbyterians report home mission gains including $129 000 receipts and large membership growth, especially in Oklahoma with more churches and higher evangelistic activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacksonville
Fla
Southern Baptist Convention
Woman’s Missionary Union
Edith M. Crane
Sunbeam Societies
Royal Ambassadors
Margaret Home
Greenville
S. C
Louisville
General Assembly of the
Southern Presbyterian Church
Executive Committee On Home Mission
Synod of
Oklahoma
Texas
Good Samaritan Home Donation Report
A record notes a donation from Good Samaritan Home totaling 625 dollars with a second entry of 25 dollars received yesterday.
Evangelists urge unity for expanded Home Mission work
The committee reports dramatic growth in foreign and colored Presbyterian outreach, with Louisville Memphis and Atlanta as key missions. It cites 69 colored churches, last year’s donations of 2760 by them and 3960 by the committee, 129 new members, and 30 white led Sunday Schools. Debt pressures arose from legacies and expansion, offset by loans. total funds needed projected at 306000 with 39000 annual operating needs. The assembly is urged to rally a united every member canvass for broadened work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Louisville
Memphis
Atlanta
J. Ernest Thacker
D. D
R. A. Walton
Christ
Wilson Declares He Would Not Refuse to Be Democratic Candidate
Governor Woodrow Wilson arrived in Portland and conferred with the Democratic national committeemen from Oregon Washington and Idaho about the presidential nomination. He stated he would not seek the nomination but added no man is too big to refuse it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
the Picayune
Robert F. Broussard
New Iberia
United States
Broussard
Washington
Bob
Joseph E. Ransdell
Ransdell
Thornton
Foster
Opposng Pujo
Lake Charles
Woman Arrests Husband Over Missing Goodbye Kiss
In Atlanta a wife had her husband arrested for mistreatment after he left home without a farewell kiss. The case of Mr. and Mrs. T. K. White was dismissed by Judge Orr who offered advice on handling marital troubles and happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
T. K. White
White
Departure for Mexico City Delayed for Some Time
A scheduled trip to Mexico City faces an unspecified delay likely affecting travel plans for commuters and officials. Details on cause and new timing were not provided, leaving passengers awaiting guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico City
Southern Baptist In Session Meeting Place Chosen
Oklahoma City selected as the next meeting place for a Southern Baptist session. Delegates introduced resolutions on secular matters while Juarez objected to the activity. A telegram from Mexico City warned of a rumored plot to assassinate General Madero, prompting a possible postponement of his departure and a decision to await more information. General Madero and advisors await four provisional governors to be named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma City
Juarez
Mexico City
Madero
el Paso
General Madero
Madero Ready to Lead Peace Talks in Mexico City
Provisional President Francisco Madero plans to travel to Mexico City within two days to pursue a lasting peace and political emancipation. The move signals a broad exodus of regional leaders and officials awaiting instructions from the capital as peace negotiations loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juarez
Mexico
Francisco Madero
Mexico City
Senor Madero
White House
Battle near Cuautla leaves Cuernavaca stunned
In Cuernavaca on May 19 a bloody clash occurred at Cuatla thirty miles from the city between Federal troops and rebels led by Colonel Scapata. Reports say Cuautla streets are littered with dead and wounded as refugees arrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuernavaca
Mexico
Cuatla
Scapata
Cuautla
Oklahoma City Named Next SBC Annual Meeting Site
The Southern Baptist Convention announced Oklahoma City as the site for its next annual meeting. The decision was conveyed from Jacksonville Florida on May 19 during the convention proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Baptist Convention
Jacksonville
Fla
Oklahoma City
Peace prospects lift spirits in Laredo as armistice looms
Jubilant residents note a five day armistice and Diaz resignation, expect Neuvo Laredo to be distant, and US border forces keep neutrality enforcement. News will travel slowly to northern Mexican villages amid possible minor depredations. Alice Neilson leaves for Europe for summer vacation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Army
Washington
Mexico
Also Mentioned on This Page
Watkins
Hall
Weather Report
Colonel Bailey
the Missionary Union
THE
General Assembly
PLU
Southern Baptist
Sesgion
Alice Neilson
Europe
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