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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1922
Page
6
A provocative critique condemns mail order pistol sales and adverts that entice youth to acquire firearms. It argues federal shipping limits remain the only federal aid to state enforcement and calls for stricter immigration controls tied to crime and public safety.
A column from Laredo discusses immigration critique and social observations. It laments idealism unbacked by deeds, notes a fear of foreign entrants, and calls for halting immigration while joking about local quirks such as window-openers and streetcar dynamics. It includes humorous asides on locals and a moment on Convent Avenue.
People often assume the presence of ready money means you should lend or give it away. This view reflects social norms that equate wealth with obligation and generosity, pressuring individuals to act charitably even when it isn’t practical.
Today commemorates Ferdinand Schumacher the oatmeal king born German immigrant and Hannah Duston famed Haverhill escape. A U S and Canadian chemists depart Washington for the American Chemical Society convention in Birmingham Alabama. Court hearings in Fargo address injunction against A C Townley and National Nonpartisan League. Washington U and USC clash in St Louis on industrial relations dispute resolution. Rolley arrives in New York with remains of American soldiers from France for home burials under Maj Gen Bullard.
The daily Lent devotional from the Federal Council of Churches urges stewardship of soul and possession. It emphasizes entry through the narrow door and personal renewal, and includes a prayer asking for humility and faithful service to God. A hymn invokes the Spirit to purify the heart and deepen love.
The Notary, Cub weekly session presided by Garfield C. Hyatt, with 84 percent attendance, heard J. J. Christen report on seats for Laredo High School and endorsed plans for a road between Laredo and Miranda City. Rotary officials urged bond support of 150000 dollars, and county officials praised swift action. Messages from Rotary delegates at Mineral Wells were read, and an April officer election was noted. Mr. Trout spoke on Business Methods before closing with patriotic song.
Webb county officials and citizens agree to construct a first class road from Laredo to Miranda City linking with the Jim Wells county line toward Corpus Christi. Estimated cost is 150000 dollars with bond issue of 160000 dollars to be voted after a circulating petition and a special election. Construction expected within ninety days if bonds pass.
Dr W B Bizzell president of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas will address the Fifth District Convention in Laredo on presidents night Tuesday April 4 He will arrive at 7 30 am for convention activities and a night talk He will stay at the Bender Hotel hosted by County Agent Mally and will confer with local farmers and livestock men about A M plans and issues
Proclamation by School Board President M S Ryan orders an election in the Independent School District of Laredo Texas on April 1 1922 to elect four trustees. Polling places Central Grammar School and Urbahn School designate officers and opening time 8 a m. Election to be run under Texas General Laws.
The annual convention of the National Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Clubs will be held in Chattanooga next summer marking a southern recurrency for the organization’s gathering.
Mr Gamble of the Gambie Decorating Co has secured the services of renowned mural artist and interior decorator H Barkley Barnes who will lead the decorating and designing department. Barnes plans to relocate his family to Laredo and move here soon.
Former students of the A M College club in Laredo are urged to attend a conference at the Chamber of Commerce office Wearte Building at 4 P M Friday March 31st. Dr W B Bizzell will be in Laredo April 4th and committees should be appointed to receive and entertain him for the Fifth District Federation of Women's Clubs. Promptness is urged to hasten business.
Announcement by H M Wilkins general agent Aalvonton headquarters in Laredo states Morgan Line will sail from Galveston next month with multiple steamers carrying onions to New York and Seaboard territory. W R Wink traveling agent will stay in Laredo to assist shippers. Shippers urged to secure marine insurance.
Forecaster notes cloudy tonight and partly cloudy Friday. The briefing cites limited detail from the weather bureau and mentions routine regional conditions for New Orleans.
The Rialto Theater announces more Majestic vaudeville shows this Sunday and Monday, promising another big act lineup.
A yesterday hailstorm driven by outdoors conditions brought light rain and a rainbow after the downpour. The sequence included morning and afternoon showers with heavier rain in the countryside, leaving many affected in the area.
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