Grand Jury and Officials Face Scrutiny in Caddo Parish
The September 1897 grand jury report from Caddo Parish Louisiana criticizes official conduct in local courts noting 82 true bills and many ignored, urges reforms, and calls for better jail conditions and examination of accusations. It cites indictments, mayoral influence, and requests clearer public accountability from authorities.
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Jude Yeyors Fenit
Kewl
Hicks
Justiee Plournoy
Graenwool
Vlisteiet
W. Kenny
Grand Dney
L. Taylor
West Hudivial Distriet
Caddo
Paris
Maniy
Iayor
Jssues
Minir Oltetial
Celme
Prisuera
Ube Lrest
Mary
General Assembly urged to curb powers and reform laws
A plea urges the General Assembly to enact honest erection, repeal the penitentiary, ban futures dealing, curtail the governor’s appointive power, and abolish election boards and police jurors. Blanchard is mentioned in relation to United States.
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United States
Tor.m
MARY LAID TO LEAD LOUISIANA SOCIETY DEPT
The social and household department of The Paouiess announces Miss Mary Laid as the new head. She has four years with Leis Roxjyy, a leading Louisiana journal, and brings proven skill to uphold the department’s high standards. Support from friends and colleagues is urged to assist her in maintaining excellence.
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Toki Ad Society
Mary Found
Fittery Circle
Louisiana
Beeniss
Battomr
Jum Roxjyy
Paouiess
Myria
Debate Over Religion and Government’s Foundation
A New Orleans paper critiques the claim that the U.S. government is founded on Christian religion. It argues the Constitution guarantees religious freedom and abstention, notes the agnostic stance of a presidential nominee, and discusses oaths of office and belief requirements. The piece cautions against enforcing a state church through political offices.
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New Orleans
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States
Gresham
United States
Withewey
Boul
Hhawaii
Rumor and Reform Voices in City Charter Debate
A jumble of opinions and editorials urges voters to scrutinize mayoral pay, city governance, and a constitutional commission. Voices cite moral honesty, appeal rights from Shreveport, and calls for a law and order league while condemning spiritual hoaxes and public misdeeds.
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Jonel
Shreveport
Iayon
Deep Sorrow as Parents Mourne Loss of Child
A lengthy obituary tribute recalls the deep grief of Mr. and Mrs. Rogers after the loss of their child. The piece mourns the strength of parental love, references faith and the community’s compassion, and laments the enduring sorrow that follows such a death. It also notes a broader reflection on public figures and national discourse, then shifts to notices about railroad travel sales and real estate listings.
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Satu
Yen
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Heaven
Mary Ie Walebigg
Pappa
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Texas and Pacific
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Teale
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PLM
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