03 Nov 1914
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1914
Page
1
British forces bombard the fortified town of Bah in Arabia as part of naval operations against Turkish positions. An English cruiser shelled the coastal fortifications amid ongoing Middle East hostilities.
British admiralty reports shelling and occupation of Akabah in Arabia by the Minerva with no British casualties. German forces allegedly abandon left bank of the Yser as Allied Boer positions hold rivalling points.
Berlin reports ongoing fighting in Poland with no specifics on recent engagements. British cruisers allegedly sunk a Greek speedboat by mistake, amid claims of Turkish troop movements toward Egypt and anti British sentiment in Egypt. Michigan murder trial openings set for December 7 in Marquette with John Hubta facing charges.
Homer Rheam’s mother visits parish jail to defend her son against murder charges claiming innocence and love for children. Doc and Jude Rheam, his brothers, and wives dispute details about a child rumored to exist. Judge Rheam reportedly denies knowledge of any baby and custody rules limit prisoner visits to relatives.
New York City Nov 3 reports from several states show varying interest in off year elections. Early voting ranges from light to heavy as fair weather prevails nationwide. President Wilson arrived at Princeton to vote and will receive returns at the White House tonight. Monroe section day proceeds quietly with an unusually small vote polled.
Czar says Turkey’s apology is not accepted over Po m rates in the Black Sea. The dispute strains relations as maritime tensions persist.
London news reports Russia's rejection of Turkey’s Black Sea apology and a looming war risk as conservative Ottoman factions push toward alliance with Germany. Diplomats confirm A P dispatch notes U S and allied efforts to evacuate citizens while anti Christian uprisings and Egypt martial law loom amid tensions.
Pasadena reports its municipal lighting plant saved residents $557,083.96 from 1908 to 1943 due to rate differences with neighboring cities, plus $174,000 saved in the past year, totaling $751,083.96. The history shows varying base rates from 15 to 5 cents, with Pasadena's plant maintaining 5 cents while competitors lowered rates.
A business announces it will operate on a cash basis starting November 1 to serve customers at the smallest profitable margin amid money scarcity. The note thanks past favors and hopes for continued support.
City officials convened a session to lay aside disputes and advance civic business. The council focused on key issues affecting local governance and planned next steps for community projects.
The Monroe city council met to approve the annual revenue ordinance and form a committee to draft resolutions of respect for the late Mayor Dr. A A Forsythe. Council members Downey Marks Hodges Blackmon and Keller attended, with Swayze absent in New Orleans. Downey resigned as Ward 4 councilman and mayor pro tem, and candidates Schulze Lieber announced for Ward 4.
The Leo N Levi Memorial Hospital, costing 90 000 and built by members of the Bnai Brith, opens for a 2 to 6 PM public inspection in Hot Springs. It will receive patients Monday, features reinforced concrete construction, hydrotherapeutic bath house, an operating room, gun parlors, private rooms, and a capacity of about ten beds with free treatment and nonsectarian service.
The Carson Dry Goods Company of Camden and El Dorado launches a buy-a-bale scheme offering to take cotton at 40 dollars per bale or five cents per pound as security for goods sold. The cotton is stored insured for one year, with interest at five percent on the accounts. If the bale sells for more than 40 dollars the farmer gains the excess. if less, the company bears the loss.
A large audience heard a soul stirring sermon by Rev Albert Biewer of New Orleans on the dangers of sip and its dreadful consequences. The speaker warned against intemperance and urged moderation in daily life.
Washington reports the government will dispatch federal troops into Hertford Valley in the Arkansas strike zone after months of recurring trouble. Reports indicate ongoing unrest and federal intervention to restore order.
The Louisiana race centers on the Third District where Judge Whit P. Martin faces Henri L. Gueydan. Progressives back Martin with sugar growers and former Democrats while Democrats claim narrow margins in Iberia Terrebonne Vermilion Lafayette and St Martin. Broussard stays silent as ex-Senator tows line.
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