Dr Forsythe for Congress race heats up in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge headlines a surprise mayoral announcement as Dr Forsythe declares his bid for Congress. Local officials confirm a campaign push with key endorsements expected this week.
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24 May 1912
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Monroe News Star in Monroe, Louisiana
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1912
Page
1
Monroe Mayor Forsythe Seeks Congress Run Amid Bryant Bill Fight
May 24 Baton Rouge reports a heated Monroe contest as Mayor A A Forsythe vows to run for Congress if ousted by Bryant bill granting governor power to appoint first commissioners. The House and Senate debate dual officeholding, reapportionment and the Hood bill with Forsythe allies pressing to let voters decide locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. G. Cook
News-Star
Baton Rouge
Monroe
Congress
Jos. BE. Ransdell
A. A. Forsythe
J. T. Bryant
Monilyrg
Forsythe
J. Walter Elder
Hall
O. C. Dawkins
J. E. Clayton
Concordia
Mr. Clayton
Dr. Forsythe
Frank P. Stubbs
Telegram says country is safe as operations continue
A telegram from L. R. Powers in Baton Rouge to W. L. Gordon reports "We have got them. Country is safe. We are not through yet," signaling ongoing actions while declaring safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. R. Powers
Baton Rouge
W. L. Gordon
May Change Political Lineup In Louisiana Assembly
May 23 Baton Rouge report notes Monroe mayor A A Forsythe says he would run for Congress if ousted by the General Assembly. A constitutional convention with three members per district and ten at large is planned to meet in Baton Rouge in May 1913 to adopt a new fiscal system for 1913 taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
A. A. Forsythe
Monroe
General Assembly
Congress
Hall
Robert Roberts
Ways and Means
Weather Forecast Tonight and Saturday
Tonight and Saturday expect generally fair conditions. Light winds, dry skies, and comfortable temperatures defined by shallow coastal patterns and typical regional norms. No precipitation anticipated and outdoor plans should proceed as usual.
Monroe City Commission Bill Review Notes and Proposals
A legislative review discusses sections on petition forms for nominations, voting rules, and council powers. It evaluates sections 11 through 18, noting unobjectionable provisions, suggested changes, and opinions on mayoral majority, council control, and utility rate policies.
Joint Infantry to Camp at Alexandria
Infantry units from Arkansas Texas and Louisiana National Guards will hold a joint camp near Alexandria Louisiana from July 18 to 28. A future plan calls for a joint camp at Texarkana next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexandria
Associated Press
New Orleans
National Guard
Arkansas
Texas
Louisiana
Texarkana
Negro Elks Must Change Name in Court Ruling
Albany May 24 The Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World a negro organization must adopt another name without reference to Elks and its members may not wear Elk emblems per Court of Appeals decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Albany, N. Y
Improved, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World
Elks
Court of Appeals
Seng Hangs Self at Wyoming State Prison
In Rawlins on May 24 Joseph Seng executed for murder of William L. Loyd. He walked to the gallows, smiled, stepped onto the trap, and pulled the lever releasing the weight to trigger the fall at 10 55 a m, ending his appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rawlins
Wyo
Joseph Seng
Willam L. Loyd
Seng
Rob Roy Abandoned Near Cape Hatteras With Crew Rescued
A four masted schooner named Rob Roy laden with Florida lumber was abandoned in a water logged state near the outer Diamond Shoals. Captain Norbury and seven crew members were saved after the May 24 incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cape Hatteras
N. C
Rob Roy
Fernandia
Florida
Philadelphia
Diamond Shoals
Norbury
Thaw Denied Trial by Jury in Mental Sanity Case
White Plains May 24 Justice Keogh filed a memorandum denial of Thaws bid for jury review to decide his sanity as part of his bid to be freed from Matteawan hospital. Keogh will assess Thaws mental condition. Washington May 24 Rep Fitzgerald charged House members with petty grafting and accused himself of submitting bills for unappropriated material.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
White Plains
N. Y
Justice Keogh
Harry Thaw
Matteawen Hospital
Thaw
Washington
House
Representative Fitzgerald
Appropriations Committee
Fitzgerald
Rebel Negroes Loot Two Stores Near Guantanamo
Havana reports say a rebel band of negroes pillaged two stores near Guantanamo belonging to an American concern, stealing stock eight horses and 500 dollars. A separate raid on Elcaney Del Sitio occurred on a Cuba Rail branch with town sacked and outrages committed. A Cuban political move seeks morua law repeal to form a negro party and press for intervention. Officials doubt Gomez can protect foreign property due to troop shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Havana
San Marcos
Guantanamo
Santiago
Cuba
Vonet
Elcaney Delz
Gomez
Roops
Reforms for Abgan Liners Senate Panel Reports Findings
A Senate committee completes its investigative report on the Titanic disaster findings. The panel outlines reforms for liner safety, regulatory oversight, crew training, and emergency procedures based on evidence from the tragedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Titanic Inquiry Hails Rostron as Hero in Carpathia Rescue
Senate Commerce Committee reports harshly on Titanic's mishandling and safety gaps. Cap tain Rostron of the Carpathia is praised for saving numerous Americans. Proposals push constant wireless use and full ocean liner lifeboat readiness with new coastwise rules and international accords.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rostrom
Carpathia
Rostron
W. Alden Smith
Nagel
Uhler
Steamboat Service
Atlantic
Fighting Renewed in Budapest Streets
In Budapest on May 24 fierce fighting broke out between strikers and police aided by troops. About fifty thousand factory workers marched through the city, wrecking windows and overturning street cars. The mob fired on troops. both sides suffered heavy casualties as clashes continued between non strikers and strikers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Budapest
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