17 Oct 1924
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1924
Page
1
A nostalgic figure extols Seattle, praising its role in linking west coast heritage and American leadership. The speaker celebrates Washington's statehood and Seattle as a beacon, asserting that national fortunes rise and fall with the city’s standing.
Police report ongoing cases from a recent raid with two women arrested amid a haul valued at about $12.88. Details show the investigation extending into the week as more items and suspects are processed.
The first meeting of the Christmas Tree Committee convened with Chairman Ir. Carl Lien in charge. The group discussed plans to erect and maintain trees for the city’s holiday display and to coordinate with the city for the project’s benefit.
Local report states Barney Oakland, a representative for La Del gas interests, is recovering from an ankle injury. The brief notes unclear surrounding details but confirms the position and ongoing treatment.
Tallulah announces plans for a large Delta Fair with special attractions and exhibits. Leaders coordinate attractions and officials sign on to ensure a successful event with farm displays, entertainment, and community participation.
The United States and the Philippine Educational Year has announced special rates for a cultural fair and urges all who can attend to visit. The notice highlights five stock items and other goods of interest as part of the event, inviting broad participation.
A local warning was issued during a stage event in Stare Te as organizers urged attendees to take safety measures amid growing concerns about crowd control and possible hazards. No injuries were reported.
Washington reports a 2 percent rise in the U S Bureau of Labor Statistics index for food from August 15 to September 15 raising the weighted index from 144 2 to 146 8 The average family expenditure for food increased up to 3 percent in 49 cities and eggs surged as much as 16 percent in 25 food items while onions fell by 11 percent in ten items and eight items stayed the same.
The body of D. O. M. Rush, an insurance man from Gaffney and formerly of Birmingham, was found in shallow water near Simcoe. A coroner's jury returned a verdict of suicide as the cause of death.
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