Virginia Hotel to Host Two Banquets and Grand Ball
The Virginia Hotel plans two November banquets for Monroe residents and out-of-town guests, plus a grand ball in the ballroom. Furnishings valued at 125000 dollars arrive from Chicago as installations continue, including kitchen equipment, flooring, carpets, and private baths. The Cottens' Pharmacy and Chamber of Commerce offices prepare for occupancy as work proceeds. Belle Tucker, 41, dies after an operation at a local sanitarium and is buried at Zion Hill Cemetery in Farmerville, wife of J. M Tucker.
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J. M
Mortimer Arrest Ties to Veterans Bureau Scandal Case
Elias H. Mortimer, chief government witness against Charles R. Forbes in a $900 million veterans bureau scandal, was arrested and released on $590 bail. He testified before the Senate on alleged looting schemes and a $500 bribe, while also linked to endorsements and a cashing of a January 5, 1924, check signed by Michael Morrison.
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Anniversaries from history list notable figures
A chronology of notable dates: 1618 Sir Walter Raleigh executed in the Tower of London born 1552. 1740 James Boswell biographer born Rashburghy died London June 19 1795. 1950 San Francisco celebrated California statehood. 1855 Archbishop Paul Bruchesi born Montreal died there July 9 1925.
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