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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1913
Page
1
Edgar Farrar accuses officials of sewerage and water board mismanagement and signals a probable formal investigation. Details remain unclear as the politics of the issue unfold in a public arena.
In Baton Rouge a heated session as Charles J. Theard accused Edgar H. Farrar of unfounded investigations while the Sewerage and Water Board debate over using a $100000 annual surplus and paying a president pro tem salary dominated the agenda. The House discussed monopolies and tax exemptions as well.
Houston reports Federated Committee of four unions says Newlands Act mediation may not prevent a walkout. They claim no law bars a strike before mediation begins.
Port Huron Michigan reports more missing lake ships after a gale. Dense fog prevented exact counts. The steamer John A McLean was lost with 29 lives. Six ships are believed sunk and hundreds of sailors may have drowned as others drift unidentifiable.
Progress is being made by members of Compeer as they advance toward approval. The group reports steady activity and ongoing meetings to finalize decisions and secure support from stakeholders.
Baton Rouge committee alters governor draft bonds to redeemable status and 30 day redemption. Law panel hunts constitution changes. Parkerson anti trust proposal gains traction aided by Attorney General Pleasant. Funds moved for New Orleans judicial surplus and court house needs. law becomes effective 10 days after publication.
Baton Rouge reports from the Constitutional Convention indicate the law committee session Wednesday neared a rupture over the latitude granted to delegates. The debate centers on anti trust provisions and the scope of state regulation.
Mrs. Lafayette A Trousdale, 30, deaf and dumb, interdicted for mental condition, vanished from D G Trousdale residence on Arkansas avenue. A search lasted all night with no trace. family fears she wandered into woods or remote roads. Information to Mr D G Trousdale at Southern Grocer Co.
An Associated Press report from Montgomery Alabama describes a Central of Georgia passenger train collapse four miles east of Clayton. Twenty people were killed and 256 injured as a trestle section gave way under a heavy load of county fair travelers bound for Eufaula.
Police report failed to locate Huerta amid a case involving a murder suspect identified as Poxy Old Murde rer appears to be avoiding authorities. Investigators urge witnesses to contact the Laindtýs Celpimatom precinct with any information.
Mexico City reports Huerta remains missing as U S envoy Lind demands compliance by six oclock. Provisional president undecided on resigning or allowing new congress to convene. Lind travels to Vera Cruz while OShaughnessy may be recalled. Senators elected October 26 ordered to their chambers Saturday.
President Wilson prepared a statement outlining the United States position on Mexico. The White House would release it late today to diplomatic representatives. details of the content were not disclosed. William Bayard Hale pressed Carranza on safeguards for foreigners and property if arms embargo is imposed. Secretary Bryan received a long message from Hale and OShaughnessy before the announcement.
Mexico City General Victoriano Huerta tacitly refused the U S ultimatum delivered by John Lind Wilsons representative He did not answer by six o clock and prepared to depart for Vera Cruz The envoy announced a final chance if Huerta acted by midnight otherwise no further talks would be held
Nelson O Shaughnessy acted as messenger delivering the ultimatum to General Huerta but failed to reach him personally. The note reportedly reached Huerta too late for full consideration, while Mr Lind used the delay to argue against convening Congress. The negotiations focus on concessions and timing.
The Youngblood-Foster Jewelry Company showcases a remodeled Monroe outlet with a flush glass facade and front desk layout for repairs and engraving. The store features eight wall case sections, mirrors, and a lighted cut glass display room adjoining a secure vault. The firm operates Mc Gehee Arkansas and is official watch inspector for multiple railroads. local staff includes L E Cole and C O Wiseman.
Governor Patterson addresses a large anti liquor gathering in Columbus as the Anti-Saloon League urges nationwide prohibition. Governors Hodges of Kansas Hanna of North Dakota and ex governor Patterson recount anti-saloon work and pledge moves to secure federal prohibition and universal suffrage.
The Rev. R. W. Vaughan of Ruston was a guest at the Monroe hotel during a recent visit. He stayed several days and spoke with locals about community affairs.
A forecast indicates the Ry Nation is expected to be adopted soon amid ongoing discussions. Prospects center on policy alignment and regional support, with officials signaling cautious optimism about the initiative's passage.
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