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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1914
Page
1
Local report shows a growing Buy a Base effort in Monroe with several outside corporations purchasing through county representatives. The piece notes broad participation and calls attention to the local impact of corporate buyers.
The Monroe Chamber of Commerce launches a buy a bale effort aimed at disposing of 1000 bales of distressed cotton. Local and national buyers including Wichita Mill, American Snuff Co, Remington Arms, Shotwell Mfg, Wrigley Co, and others pledge purchases at 10 cents a pound with warehouse receipts and insurance. A committee plans to canvass offices and shops to expand subscriptions and track sales.
Washington reports that American troops will not withdraw from Vera Cruz for at least ten days while deciding authority between General Carranza and General Villa. Officials note possible mediation by Mexican leaders and a provisional government plan as Carranza intends to retire to a broadly acceptable interim president.
Washington, Sept. 26, Senator John Sharp Williams proposes state laws in 1915 to curb cotton planting to protect 1915 prices and aid eradication of the boll weevil. He argues states can limit acreage, or ban cotton, to raise prices and move toward weevil extinction, noting federal action lacks power. Continued on page four.
London dispatch reports six officers previously listed as wounded died from their wounds. Nine more officers are wounded and four medical corps are missing.
London dispatch says German aviators dropped bombs on the Amiens race course on Friday, misidentifying it as an aviation camp. The Boulogne report to the Daily Express notes the attack occurred amid wartime operations.
In a legal move, John Sharp Williams asks to invoke state laws to bar cotton planting for a year. He cites economic or regulatory concerns and requests immediate action pending further hearings by the state court.
Trenton New Jersey September 26 The annual conventions of the Young Mens Hebrew Association and the Young Womens Hebrew Association will be held in this city tomorrow. The welcome address will be delivered by Mayor Donnelly and other speakers include Doctor Goldweeser of New York A M Kline brak president of the New England association and M Kimbiesten of the Pennsylvania association.
Mr J M Turnley of South Jackson street becomes the first citizen to buy and store a bale of cotton at his home. He joined the movement this morning and the bale was delivered to his residence. Many others can follow his example and should report their names to the Chamber of Commerce.
Dispatches from Bari report Southern Albania residents harassed and robbed by both insurgents and Greeks and about to ask intervention from a great power.
Washington reports frequent charges that insidious influences sway anti trust river and harbor legislation. Senator Overman, chair, says the special lobby committee will resume work and may extend inquiry into individuals and groups pushing harbor appropriations and opposing federal trade commission and Clayton anti trust bills. The panel will also finish its inquiry into efforts against repealing the Panama toll exemption.
Washington reports detail sharp August declines in American exports due to the European war. Exports to Germany nearly halted while France and Britain show small drops. Belgium and Argentina hit hard. Overall Europe deficits totaled 58.3 million dollars, with exports down over 77 million from a year earlier. The total August trade compares 187.9 million to 210.4 million prior, reflecting wartime credit strains.
Mrs. William Mead surrendered to the police after being sought in Brookhaven Mississippi for the shooting of Ed gar Crafton, a wealthy lumberman. She said she acted to protect her husband who faced imprisonment for embezzlement used to aid her escape. Brookhaven reports say Mead pleaded guilty to embezzlement, was fined $100, and the appeal was remitted.
A major clash over disputed land escalates with sharp denunciations. Haretner addresses Louisiana claimants amid ongoing contention and strong public reactions across regions.
In Washington on September 26, lawyers for Gould interests and major lumber owners faced sharp criticism during a Senate Public Lands hearing led by Representative Aswell and Henry Hardtner. They argued settlers in Louisiana were wrongfully dispossessed while big interests used wealth and influence to oppose titles.
Baton Rouge Sept 26 A report to Governor Hall by state supervising auditor W M McFarland concludes a shortage of about $1000 in the land office. The 50 to 64 page document details tax redemptions and duplicates, with preliminary comments by McFarland. Governor Hall left for Washington to discuss cotton legislation with Southern governors. The report is not released by Secretary Millsaps pending governor's decision. The grand jury, called for Oct 5, will consider irregularities with about fifty witnesses.
Reports from London describe a severe clash on the Anglo French German front near Noyon with the French claiming a slight advance on the eastern wing while German forces force a retreat across the Meuse near St Mihiel. Russians prep to attack Cracow as China protests Japanese actions in Shantung.
London reports only official French and English notices amid the Aisne fighting. Censors delay details on two major engagements that could shape the fourteen day conflict as Maaubeuge dispatches note German preparations for attack.
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