10 Oct 1911
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1911
Page
1
Intense public attention surrounds the Manamara case as preparations for the forthcoming trial proceed. Proceedings aim to establish facts, with observers noting potential implications for local authorities and legal precedent.
Labor circles and the public eye the McNamara brothers near trial for alleged role in the Los Angeles Times dynamiting. The case centers on Reeves death and the McManigal confession with prosecutors and defense lining up witnesses and experts.
The Missouri Pacific reports an $8,000,000 trust deposit from a $20,000,000 three year note issue to buy equipment and improve property. It notes $2,100,000 cash on hand and $9,200,000 used to pay floating debt. A 2,400 steel freight cars contract was awarded to American Car and Foundry, with 500 stock cars to Mount Vernon Car Co. Deliveries expected this fall as plans aim to handle rising traffic.
Tonight and Wednesday conditions are generally fair with no precipitation expected. Winds will be light to moderate, and temperatures remain mild across the region.
Unclear OCR text indicates railroads and labor groups brace for an extended conflict. No clear dates or names are readable, but the piece suggests ongoing labor tensions and mobilizations ahead.
President Markham of Illinois Central and Governor Noel meet with labor union representatives in New Orleans as fourteen governors confer. Strike tension remains, with both railroads and strikers planning for a long fight. Sanitary rooms and sleeping quarters with showers are set up in railroad sheds.
A terminally ill man admits a murder during a Shreveport case, naming the victim and providing details that link to his role. Investigators review the confession and await further corroboration and legal steps.
Shreveport reports a possible breakthrough in the Hanson murder case. A Pointe Coupee inmate under guard allegedly confesses to involvement with Hanson death and implicates others, while a white witness is jailed for questioning. The confession reportedly names a killer and hints at prior trials in Shreveport.
Two hundred non-union machinists from the east were put to work today in the Burnside shops of the Illinois Central road. Management said more striking car builders had returned to work today.
An informal conference was held at Governor E F Noel's office in Jackson Mississippi with President Markham Vice President Park and Assistant General Counsel Sivley of the Illinois Central railroad local strike leaders and supporters including Senator John Sharp Williams Gov Noel Mayor Crowder and McComb City citizens The parties discussed dispute points though no agreement was reached yet progress noted toward better understanding Senator Williams said substantial good was accomplished and Governor Noel pledged to call a conference of the fourteen affected governors to present sides and seek settlement The meeting was behind closed doors and President Markham declined to issue a written statement Continued on Page Five.
The NEW PICTURE THEATRE at 209 Grand Street is remodeling to become Grand Street Theatre managed by M E Sperling. J B Clawson crews prepare the 300 seat venue with comfortable chairs and handsome interior decor. Sperling promises the latest and best pictures and an inviting street glow at night.
Five wards held elections on the five mill tax for water light and sewer extensions to new additions. The overall vote was 30 to 16 with property valuation exceeding 8000. Ward two three and four cast only six votes. Mayor Forsythe said he would order pipe and fire plugs to extend services to city limits despite threats of a contested election.
New York October 10 Connie Mack of the Philadelphia Athletics and John J. McGraw of the New York Giants say they have wholesome respect for each other and will enter the world series with full strength. McGraw notes the Giants’ chances and rests his hopes on balanced fitness and readiness, while Mack stresses his club’s health and confidence with no certainty about final outcomes.
Red House Illinois October 10 Aviator Rodgers resumed his coast to coast flight this morning at Springfield and headed for Kansas City passing Red House just before 10 o'clock.
The undersigned advertises concession privileges and shows at the Monroe fair under contract, urging interested parties to contact A Braden at 105 DeSiard Street for available spaces as demand is rapid.
A fragment describes a pipe project to extend water mains in three directions within original city limits. After court settlement, extensions would proceed, and residents will know who is responsible for the delay in water service.
Berlin faces a hard winter as drought and rising food costs threaten many. Economic experts see Germany's greatest danger in months and consider importing American canned meats despite years of prohibition. Government action is expected to address public hunger concerns.
Statements indicate Mo 1 Michel applied for sea marsh land before the legislature acted. The record notes the application was filed prior to legislative action.
The letter recounts swamp land grant history in Vermilion parish Louisiana and explains land classifications under Act 76 of 1880. It notes affidavits by Parish Assessor Broussard and U S Deputy Surveyor Romain Francez declaring sea marsh subject to tidal overflow and no timber on the land.
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