14 Sep 1912
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1912
Page
1
Federal forces repulsed an assault on El Tigre as rebels failed to capture the city. The clash involved insurgent groups attempting to seize control, but authorities held the position amid the ongoing fighting.
Crowds in the Chamber of Deputies cheered for Diaz while Madero faced disapproval outside. In Douglas, Arizona, Salazar’s rebels failed to take El Tigre after a morning assault. Federal troops held, two were wounded, and no Americans were hurt.
In Mexico City deputies debated credentials when cries against Madero and cheers for Diaz echoed through the chamber galleries. Outside, crowds roared disapproval of the president as Diaz received hearty welcomes from supporters, police intervened to quell disturbances. Manuel Calero returned from Washington claiming personal reasons.
El Paso Texas September 14 Senator William Alden Smith of Michigan chairs a subcommittee to investigate alleged American activities as part of a Senate foreign relations inquiry. Continued on Page Eight.
Hon. J. W. Elder, candidate for Congress, spoke to a attentive crowd in Vidalia La praising support from Clayton and neighbors. Clayton announced he would vote for Elder in the coming primary, urging unity within the party after a disappointing primary showing.
John C. Hoffman an old time counterfeiter with five prior prison terms was arrested in Mobile on a charge of passing counterfeit money. While imprisoned in Philadelphia ten years ago he taught fellow convicts to counterfeit.
The Natatorium reports a dramatic rise in both water and gas flow from the salt water well. Water flow more than doubles since the well resumed, foam forms as water sprays, and the pool began overflowing by midnight. A Memphis visitor arrived to spend a month bathing at Monroe, underscoring the baths' draw.
In Oklahoma City on September 13 Dr R Cullison shot Ben Glitz with a double barrel shotgun, lodging two pellets in his right side. Glitz was taken to a hospital and is expected to die. Neighbors say the doctor had long watched Glitz’s proximity to Mrs Cullison and the shooter was arrested and held by police.
Mexico states it will not yield to the claim and vows to pursue a lengthy legal battle to defend its position.
A report honors a Port Arthur figure described as a hero who adheres to a traditional custom of taking lives as tribute. Details remain limited, focusing on the cultural practice and the individual's role within it.
Emperor Matsuhito funeral watchers see General Count Nogi and Countess end their lives with sword and dagger as a night signal from the palace proclaims the emperor’s funeral car departure. Britain’s Prince Arthur of Connaught mourns the loss of a famed Japanese hero.
George Reddon, a strikebreaker, was reported dying from a fractured skull after being mobbed by sympathizers in Duluth Minnesota. He had fired into a crowd of protesters, and an influx of unemployed workers and dockmen followed. The city sees limited transit as cars run with guards and grated windows.
Charleston W Va dispatch reports outposts at Holley under martial law were fired upon during the miners strike. The exchange was brisk and no injuries are believed. Two guardsmen companies were sent to the scene and pay day in Hugheston was marked by a general shooting. Territory under martial law may be extended.
Storm damage in Mobile totals about 19000 dollars with building roofs and a Methodist church destroyed. The steamboat National sank overnight while the dredge Barnard dragged its anchor. a watchman Thomas Deerin drowned while releasing an anchor.
The State election is finished and the national election looms. Democratic leaders refuse tainted money and urge supporters to contribute to a dollar donation fund to cover legitimate campaign expenses.
The narrative recalls Nori’s steadfast leadership during the Russo Japanese War. He faced massive casualties as Japanese forces charged up a 208 metre hill while losing two of his sons. He pressed on and secured the hill until Port Arthur’s surrender to Lieut Gen Stoessel.
Iron Mountain train No. 103 southbound wrecked near Wilmot Arkansas when engine and tender left the track. Engineer Moulton was buried under the engine and likely fatally injured. fireman escaped. Two passengers Mrs R F Young of Bastrop and T Kallie of New Orleans were injured but not fatally. A A Fort of this city was on the train and unhurt.
The Monroe Boy Scouts celebrate their second anniversary Sunday at 7 45 PM in First Baptist Church. Commander O W Zeagler will give a brief address on the group's history and work. Music will be offered, and Rev J A H Wharton will not preach but invites friends to attend for a night of enjoyment and benefit.
Special to News-Star Harrisonburg La Sept 14 The Democratic Judicial Executive Committee of the Eighth district reports results for judge and district attorney. District judge totals C L Berry 306 H B Taliaferro 266 Riley J Wilson 860 with Wilson ahead by 288. District attorney results 8 R Holstein 598 W H Thompson 835 Thompson leads by 2237.
Des Moines detectives from Roanoke Virginia captured two men identified as Sidna Allen and Wesley Edwards. Allen was taken at a boarding house while Edwards, a paving gang worker, was arrested after detectives traced letters Edwards wrote to a Virginia bride-to-be arriving to marry him.
A fragment references a plan to attack higher authorities and mentions Woodhrow Wilson and leader inquiry about John Leishman. The text is incomplete but implies directed action against prominent figures and questions about a specific individual.
The Wilson era adviser A Mitchell Palmer proposes invoking the campaign fund inquiry to summon ambassadors and other high posts to reveal their contributions. He targets John G A Leishman and Myron T Herrick among others, arguing rich backers control diplomatic appointments and question of trust funds echoes Roosevelt and Taft funding.
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