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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1898
Page
4
A fragmentary column questions political foresight amid party strife and public virtue. It ponders whether Democracy can endure without Senator Gorman, notes attention to Senator Caiery's antineine bill, and laments moral decay from law violations. It contrasts wealth vilification with sermons on Jesus Christ and warns of the ladders of fame crushing others.
A vivid line describes politics as a garden with a dozen thorns twice as many nettles and five times that number of thistles for every flower, suggesting a treacherous path filled with obstacles surrounding a fragile bloom.
Gov Benton McMillan of Tennessee wields influence on public issues though his stance on Joseph W Bailey is marked by bitter antagonism. The remarks imply a partisan clash shaping political discourse in the era.
The Progress reports the murder of Larry Vance and his burial in the new cemetery of purity. A negro suspect Rodney Hearne and another John Richards are said to have confessed and were lynched Tuesday. The article questions justice and mourns the widow and mother of Vance, urging law over mob vengeance.
A chastened widow and mother expresses gratitude and faith in God as she copes with sorrow and bitterness, seeking solace and divine blessing in this trying time.
The statement claims Edward Bok, editor of The Ladies' Home Journal, earns the largest salary of any editor in the United States.
A reflective line compares traveling by rail to reaching a mountain top, noting the traveler misses deep understanding of the regions passed. It contrasts ascent via train with a climber who dwells at the summit, implying limited perception from quick ascent.
The report notes soil and crop concerns with ongoing efforts to preserve resources for next year. It mentions four poor seasons and recent freezes affecting growth, signaling the need for continued support and planning for the agricultural sector.
Gis reported a deed of conveyance in New Orleans showing 85,500 in revenue stamps while the property conveyed was a sugar plantation bought for millions.
In Bosier and Red River parishes, high license prices for liquor selling have been reduced from 5000 dollars to 250 dollars. The move reflects likely good judgment and citizenship, with observers noting the drastic cut as a prudent measure.
Mrs Burgess sold the Bun kie Blade to Hon A J Lafargue and the Progress welcomes him back to journalism while lamenting the loss of the gifted Burgess.
The Times-Democrat features a portrait of John D Rockefeller with an estimated wealth of 319 million dollars. His annual income is listed as 29 million, with monthly, hourly, and per-second figures. He is described as a liberal contributor to education, funding colleges and public libraries.
The New Orleans Picayune argues poll tax payment by December 31 is required to vote in the upcoming congressional election, potentially disfranchising non payers. Dissenters C J Boatner and John Fitzpatrick challenge the interpretation, urging payment by year end to stay safe.
The New Journal announces it is the same paper now owned by Will H. Tunnard and L. S. Crain with Tunnard as managing editor and Crain as business manager. The Progress extends best wishes for their success and notes it also does job work.
The Progres s urges readers to support the paper by mentioning it to merchants and doctors after seeing their advertisement. It argues readers can help without trouble or cost, encouraging a simple, word of mouth endorsement.
Miss Julia Metra and Baton Rouge Advocate report the executive committee of the Louisiana Pros Association praises the 4 splendid personnel and good program. Ageeotat, president, thanks members for their support as the association plans to meet in the Capital City next year.
Catalog of discounted clothing and textiles including undershirts hose jackets wool overshirt jeans comforts blankets silk and satin yardage and varied mens and ladies footwear. Prices shown in obscure OCR form with multiple misreads but items include wool suits pants shoes and children's wear.
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