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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1897
Page
28
In a contentious local discussion the question of liquor sales to minors is raised with claims that THE PROGRESS denounced illegal acts while others say no. The piece argues the paper avoids sensationalism and public shaming, urging moral responsibility by parents and church members to curb saloon influence rather than blame dealers alone.
The Progress argues against church members supporting saloons and questions moral double standards. It contends liquor sales to minors are improper but notes some church members patronize bars. The piece urges practical Christianity and calls for unity to stop selling to minors rather than shaming the trade itself.
A brief reflection on the Colfax Chronicle as a small, distracting presence to workers, contrasted with its limited perceived value in the wider scheme of useful things.
The Progress questions how Shreveport will gain from the Aden borne Valley railroad. It notes about a dozen or so workers would be greatly benefited while others would bear costs without receiving any return.
In a bold critique a writer urges Louisiana to enact a strong anti-trust law. The piece portrays the foe as a threat to legitimate commerce and calls on the constitution to strike down the growing menace in the state’s industries.
A brief, unreadable OCR fragment hints at dangers from certain elements in Poblins. It mentions hope dag and feyro as hazardous, with scarce clarity about context or entities.
A reader letter argues against a donation funded plan to build a Edenborne read separating Shreveport from outlying areas. The writer predicts boosted employment and taxes for Bossier parish but warns it will pauperize Shreveport and drain capital, urging residents to vote the scheme down and seek locally beneficial options.
A fragmentary report notes Hanna weighing Marks election to the Ohio legislature as the public debates voting rights and race. The piece hints at Dennis, identified as Marks’ patron, shaping influence while questioning concern for Louisiana’s situation.
A raspy commentary argues that anti black political fear mongering mirrors crude scare tactics. It claims Democrats use raw heat and bloodied rhetoric to push ballot issues, comparing political fear to a child scarecrow and warning of danger.
A dubious claim asserts that all party leaders in Louisiana oppose a fair vote tally, suggesting that supporting an accurate count would jeopardize jobs for a named figure Torrien them mitus. The wording reflects biased, questionable rhetoric without clear verifiable context.
A contentious local discussion centers on race and voting access. Community leaders criticize barriers and urge equitable participation, while residents express concerns about representation and civic engagement in upcoming elections.
The Texas and Pacific Railway announces round trip fares for the Sashiville Centennial. Class A on sale through Oct 15 with return by Nov 7 at 27.10 dollars. Class B on sale through Oct 1 with 20 day return window at 27.10 dollars. Class C on sale every Tue and Thu through Oct 20 with 10 day return window at 18.15 dollars. Rates apply via Texarkana or New Orleans gateways.
Mt. Mena touted as 30,000 feet above sea level cool Pleasant air and the highest summit of Rich Mountain near Mena Arkansas on the Port Arthur Route. Development includes The Wilhelmda hotel, cottages for sale, and special summer rates with round trip fare from any Park Arthur Route point. Contact Kansas City officials for full information.
The Cotton Belt will operate a special excursion train from Shreveport to Little Rock on August 30. The outbound departs Shreveport about 10 a.m. and arrives Little Rock about 7 p.m. Returning service leaves Five Rock Wednesday morning at 7 o'clock and reaches Shreveport the same date. Round trip fare is 2.00.
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