08 Nov 1910
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1910
Page
1
A ghaupeur accident left one child dead and three others seriously injured. Police and emergency services investigated the scene as officials provided details on the crash location and the condition of the victims.
A chauffeur driving an automobile for hire failed to heed a red signal at the Kansas City Southern crossing with Texas avenue. The car was struck by a switch engine, killing Virgil Roby 12, and injuring Greer Roby 30, Mrs. James Roby 40, Alvin Roby 8, and others. Witnesses blame the chauffeur William Lowe. flagman R. W. Horn flagged danger. The wreck required many to pull victims from debris. Virgil died at a nearby drugstore.
Paris reports a world congress on aerial law debating sovereignty of the air and the use of airships in future wars. Edmond Philot of the Sorbonne argues the air should be free like the ocean with state protection, while proposing air fleets could police breaches of international law.
Bangkok observed the start of elaborate accession ceremonies for King Haha Vajravadha with many Americans and Europeans in attendance. The coronation is set to conclude next Friday.
Clear weather dominates the South as voters prepare for elections. Analysts expect typical Democratic margins in most states, with Tennessee presenting a notable exception to the regional trend. Local observers note turnout patterns may influence final outcomes.
Monroe city council approved a five mill tax suspension for this year and moved to upgrade fire protection with a chemical engine combo and hose wagon plus four thousand feet of hose. A new fire station may be added at the city market and a concrete settling basin to hold about a million gallons will be built at the water plant, boosting storage to three million gallons. An enlarged ten inch pipe will link riverfront pumps to basins, enabling constant pressure on mains. The tax suspension will ease this year’s levy while the city attorney handles a bonus balance due the A I G company.
New York State voters, over 1.5 million, trudged to polls as snowblanketed roads hampered travel. Snow fell across the state except the north, but Democratic leaders say this weather defies the usual Democratic weather label as both major parties rely on rural turnout. Dix, the Democratic nominee, faced continued coverage on page 5.
A Vienna categram reports government radium baths at Joachimstal highly successful for rheumatism uric acid poisoning and other ailments. Of 205 patients treated at the experimental baths 169 benefited and 40 did not, according to the department of commerce in Vienna.
Report notes marked improvement in rheumatism uric acid poisoning nervousness neuralgia and certain skin diseases from radium salt water baths while wasting diseases and brain or spinal conditions show no effect. Results comparable to electricity mud baths and massage. Further study needed to optimize benefits. Monroe praise for city baths and leadership boosts local fame.
Rev. RB Baker's sermon last night drew from Prov 8 36 to show sin returns like a boomerang. It blights understanding, judgment, conscience, will, affections and brings miseries. He will preach this afternoon and tonight on How May I Know That I am a Christian.
Authorities brace for possible clash between Federal and State power as Oklahoma polls open. Federal laws threaten arrests for voter suppression affidavits, while the State Supreme Court upholds the grandfather clause. Military units, including 3000 rounds at Oklahoma City, stand prepared as officers resign and party leaders forecast Republican gains and prohibition impact.
Anticipated tensions rise as Oklahoma may witness a clash between federal and state troops. Authorities warn of possible trouble today amid heightened security and contingency plans.
Philadelphia reports another street car strike threat as motormen and conductors vote to strike at a set hour unless arbitrators resolve a remaining issue with the company. The decision followed meetings of union members and the executive committee’s warning.
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