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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1897
Page
11
The article questions whether the State administration will try to stop a constitutional convention, outlining the political maneuvering and potential legal steps involved and naming key officials and dates discussed.
A terse note claims Congress considers Cuba but does not address the plight of the American wage-slave, implying strong domestic neglect while foreign matters receive attention. The remark highlights a perceived disparity in legislative focus between international policy and labor conditions at home.
A call to establish a manly and independent condition of journalism in Louisiana emerges from a state press association stance, urging ethical standards and professional integrity. The appeal emphasizes self-governance, truthful reporting, and resisting external pressure on editorial decisions.
The journal lauds Sena tor Caffery as a Democratic statesman but has little to no sway with the people in its denunciation of Senator McEnery.
The question argues for unified action by the press of the state to crush the penitentiary lease system, which is blamed for corrupting Louisiana’s morals and manhood. It calls for a collective stance to end the system and defend public virtue.
A cautionary note warns that those who agree with you on every point may be non compos, hypocrites, or have poor judgment, signaling unreliable partners to rely on. The saying highlights the danger of constant concurrence as a sign of unsteadiness.
A writer argues that men with solid finances favor patience with Congress, urging time for lawmakers to act to aid starving people, suggesting prudent restraint while awaiting relief measures from government.
States London dispatches report that Butcher Weyler will shortly be withdrawn from command for a surety. If true civilization will rejoice at his recall and Spain cannot wipe away the stain of placing such a creature in military command.
A call asks newspapers statewide to unite beyond party lines to press ballot reform pen itentiary lease abolition and futures and options change. It urges concerted action, a representative meeting, and a plan guiding all papers toward honest citizenship and moral state tone. Seek place and participants by declarations.
The Ladies Memorial Edition of the Evening News Monroe was received by the office Monday morning. It is described as first-rate, neat, and tidy with splendid reading material and an editorial announcement to peruse.
A political column advocates free unlimited coinage of gold and silver at 16 to 1 and promises sixteen million dollars to every good looking woman. The writer mocks a politician who dodges on the issue and notes Monroe’s pretty girls in the edition.
The text suggests public opinion supports giving citizens a voice in choosing representatives for a constitutional convention. It frames the idea as a potential democratic step and emphasizes collective input over procedural details.
In August a military encampment will bring many visitors to Shreveport with about eight to ten companies expected to participate.
A column debate cites Shreveport Progress and Colfax Chronicle on ballot-box stuffing in Louisiana parishes. Questions probe honesty, church politics, and whether editors denounced the Fitz foster returns, with genealogical notes on Pharr, Foster, and statewide voter conduct amid a Cuba recognition petition and unrelated stray items.
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