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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1897
Page
2
A 19th century voice calls for intelligent suffrage in Louisiana. The date line notes equal day and night on the 22d of the month, and uses weather imagery to urge readiness to assist those in hardship while describing heavy clouds over a Mississippi city region.
A provocative statement argues selfishness should be ostracized across society, politics, and industry, imagining a world governed by collective restraint and shared responsibility. The text critiques self-interest as a corrosive force in public life and business.
A declarative statement rejects ballot-box stuffing and calls for future action with firm resolve. The speaker urges moving beyond past misuses toward lawful, ethical elections and steadfast determination to safeguard democratic processes.
A call to support the judge, the editor and the Minister in their steadfast work. The message praises honest, manly approval as a boost against the shared foe of mankind.
The piece condemns the brutal practice of prize fighting and denounces the editorial tolerance for the circuit by detailing rounds and vulgarities in sharp, reform-minded language. It argues reform is essential to restore public virtue and decency.
The Progress notes that the President and his wife along with the cabinet and their wives could make a joint venture or appearance, outlining potential public engagements and social duties during the event.
The speaker denounces inadequate notice from newspaper gatherers shown to Fitzsimmons and his wife, contrasting with what they receive. The remark emphasizes disdain for what is deemed a plebian treatment and calls the situation nauseating.
The Progress urges state press unity to end political bondage. It calls for denunciation of intrigue and demands fidelity and impartiality in office. It asks for manhood, modest demeanor, and dignity to accompany efficiency in candidates and appointees and rejects acts contrary to propriety.
Hon. Powell Clayton of Arkansas is named minister to Mexico by President McKinley. The Progress questions his past reputation, whether justified or politically manufactured, and suggests it might be better not to appoint such old-timers.
Howard Cole Pat Flournoy and L Bailey gather to organize another real estate excursion and barbecue event, aiming to boost turnout and momentum for upcoming deals.
The message urges constructing white tenements and attracting small factories to Shreveport port, arguing these developments are essential for the city’s industrial and residential growth. It frames housing and manufacturing as key to economic progress.
A. J. Peary the outgoing Colorado state superintendent receives rare recognition for efficiency conscientiousness and devotion. The State Teachers Association and conventions endorse her administration and recommendations to the legislature.
Mrs Mary A Livermore has been re elected president of the Beneficent Society for Music. During the year ending in June 1896 the society lent 1288 to 24 students, 20 of whom were women. Loans were small, interest free, repayable once beneficiaries are self supporting.
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