13 Oct 1913
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1913
Page
1
A historical note documents a venture titled Soul Hog Raising the Hog, described as the original mortgage lifter operating in western states. The item hints at a period technique or promotional scheme used to influence property lending markets.
A practical guide notes any hog breed can be profitable with attentive management. The writer shares Minnesota experience selecting Berkshire crossbreeds, emphasizing intelligent supervision, culling, and firm herd standards to achieve top shows and market success.
The article outlines winter to spring farrowing schedules for sows in a Northern climate, detailing housing, nursing and weaning timing, milk and grain diets for piglets, and postnatal management to avoid overfeeding. It discusses climate advantages and risks of Southern bred stock and emphasizes long term commitment to hog breeding as a steady, market-driven enterprise.
Nashville Tenn Oct 13 Members of the Tennessee legislature assemble for a second extraordinary session to push enforcement bills Governor Hooper seeks to enact prohibition laws. Last session filibustered in the House halted the measures.
High degree Masons from across California gathered for the formal dedication of the Masonic Temple of California in San Francisco. The temple, completed at a cost of several hundred thousand dollars, will host the annual grand lodge meeting starting tomorrow with visitors taking part in the sessions.
Proposals emerge from industry experts on securing steady meat supply for the nation. Trade groups and producers outline key steps, including expanding processing capacity and improving distribution networks.
Washington Oct 12 chiefs of the Bureau of Animal Industry urge converting rough and overflow lands into permanent pastures to boost beef cattle and hog production in the South the only region where cattle can be profitably raised at five to six cents a pound The report notes markets for one or two head lack and calls for closer ties between production and ready sale sites with packing houses and itinerant buyers limited by price and freight constraints
Civil cases list various property transfers and mortgage actions including sales to I T Davis and The Realty Investment Co. Also noted are mortgage releases and special mortgages. City penalties include Bob Thompson for drunkenness, Ned Tippet for liquor without license, John Ramey for concealed weapons, and several minor fines for disorderly conduct and swindling.
The figures show a rise from 36,030,000 to 51,566,000 in dairy cows, with beef slaughter dropping about 780,000,000 pounds from 1910 to 1913. Export trade also declined significantly, signaling broad sectoral slowdown.
In Wheeling on October 13 three candidates vyed for the First congressional district seat left vacant by John W. Davis who became solicitor general. Democrat Mansfield M. Neely Republican Julian C. Hearne and Progressive George A. Laughlin contested with labor and manufacturing interests prominent in the race. The result was seen as a barometer of opinion on the new tariff amid a normally Republican district. Washington coverage noted bankers urging currency bill amendments while J S Gillentine of the Cumberland Telephone Company toured Monroe for business interests.
A terse notice indicates the Russian government claims discovery in a land matter. Officials report on the status of proceedings and pending actions related to land binding and government interests.
Wireless report from Commander Willatsky confirms new land in the Arctic, a finding regarded as significant for observing ice conditions in the Kara Sea. Officials from the Geography National Geographical Society and others are surprised by the discovery reported from St. Petersburg on October 12.
National Geographic Society members doubt the Russian report of a new land mass north of Asia. They note coordinates near 8 north 102 east and question a continent the size of Greenland within the Arctic Circle, citing Fram drift data and tidal observations by polar explorers.
Western Fuel Company officers directors and employees face conspiracy to defraud the Government through manipulating weights. The cases were called today in the United States court in San Francisco California as of October 13.
Former District Attorney McNal charged he was blocked by the Department of Justice in Washington from pursuing the Western fuel and Diges Caminetti cases. The offenses charged are tetonies punishable by up to two years imprisonment or a fine of $10 000.
Atlanticity Ny Oct 13 The thirty second annual convention draws nearly 400 companies representing about eighty percent of North America’s electric railways. Sessions cover safety in transport traffic relief, profit sharing, public service laws, and carrier territory development. An exhibit showcases railway equipment and safety devices for passengers and workers.
Louis H. Goldman longtime Monroe resident dies at 112 Harrison Street at 6 PM after months of illness. Born in Russia he came to America young. age 59. Survived by wife Sugar two daughters Jessie and Mattle and son Bolomon. Funeral held at his home Rabbi Sessler conducted services. interment in Jewish cemetery with Masonic honors. he was a Mason and Woodman of the World member.
Officers Flewellen and McCabe arrested Ned Tippit for liquor sales without a license and John Ramey for carrying a concealed gun. Tippit paid a $250 fine plus costs. Ramey fined $280 and 60 days on the streets, plus 340 more days due to unpaid funds. Dagk named local Cumberland Telephone Co manager. Downes Co. advertises concrete services in Monroe with P O Box 388.
After a morning conference between President Wilson and Secretary Bryan, telegrams were sent to John Lind and Charge OShaughnessy in Mexico City stating the United States would view any harm to Mexican delegates under arrest with displeasure.
Mexico City reports intense speculation over Huerta’s coup detat and a feared army split. Officials say deputies jailed won’t be released, elections proceed in October, and officials assure stability with no rioting.
The thirty seventh annual American Humane association convention gathers in Rochester from October 13. President Dr William O Stillman of Albany calls the meeting to order at Hotel Seneca. Speakers include Governor Sulzer, Dr Francis H Rowley, and Dr George Ditewig among others.
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