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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1915
Page
6
Local notice lists subscription prices for daily and weekly editions including rates for United States Mexico and Canada. Details cover daily mail delivery by carrier in Laredo and Nuevo Laredo and annual and multi month terms with advance payment requirements. Advertising rates available on request.
The piece denounces a prize fight held on Easter Day in Havana. It criticizes Cuban authorities for allowing the event despite objections from both Cuba and the United States, arguing financial motives and the insult to Christian festival values. It notes racial tensions and the social decay of officials chasing revenue.
Writers note that while a one pound loaf costs 4 cents in England and 5 cents here, English millers can sell flour cheaper after import costs due to lower wages. Higher wages in the US push bread prices up even when wheat is domestic, making the 4 cent loaf potentially less affordable for English workers despite lower raw costs.
The article argues that high English wages let workers buy food that would be unaffordable elsewhere, while American workers pay little for bread. It notes cheaper English bread despite US costs, and discusses wheat prices, farming expansion in Texas, and profiteering by speculators. The piece credits government and bread handlers for restraining price exploitation.
The correspondent believes the government will pursue new restrictions on drinking but will avoid drastic rules seen in Russia. He notes Britons resist autocratic rule and asserts Parliament will limit enforcement.
Italy is announced ready in every particular to take the field with the allies. Though not fully warm yet, the allies encourage Italy to join.
Reports say eleven residents of Oklahoma robbed two banks in broad daylight with two captured so far. The motive speculated to fund a run for governor.
Three German merchant ships laden with iron ore were mysteriously sunk in the Baltic. Bethlehem Steel Company officials are presenting an alibi for their steamers amid the wartime sinking claims.
The French and Germans accuse each other of bombing enemy towns. Buch claims hostile aircraft gained no military advantage, prompting questions about the purpose of an airplane.
Brief report notes a single enemy bombing run that killed three children. The event was the sole military action for several days, with sharp commentary comparing aviators to legendary conquerors.
Sealed proposals for furnishing and delivering 200 pack mules to Fort Sam Houston Texas, Seattle Washington, or other stations will be received until 1 PM Central Time on April 26, 1915. Proposals must be indorsed Proposals for pack mules and addressed to Major R. H. Rolfer M Corps (Adv).
The submarine L-4 of the new type for the United States government will launch today in Quincy Massachusetts. The L-3 was launched only two weeks ago and the new underwater craft has been built in record time.
An advertorial promotes Dr King s New Life Pills as a remedy for liver sluggishness and general stomach issues. It claims to stop dizziness constipation biliousness and indigestion and to clear the blood. Available at your druggist for 25 cents.
A collage of editorials and humorous items notes spring fashion in Waco, critiques lawmakers salaries, and lampoons water purity stances. It references Miss Damien’s windfall after the Million Dollar Mystery, a Palestine Herald quip about war, voter antics, and various regional opinions on taxes, governance, and local offenses.
Chronology lists Thomas Coram Emanuel Swedenborg and Winfield Scott deaths along with a birthday for Dr John Scott Keltie. Also notes 1799 NY slavery gradual abolition law Teheran first Persian newspaper 1847 Vera Cruz occupation and 1849 Lauriana Thrower tale.
To the Housewife, Madam, if your husband is like most men he expects you to look af ter the health of yourself and children. Coughs and colds are common and may lead to serious illness. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is highly regarded, prompt, effective, pleasant, and safe for children. sold by all dealers.
A local testimonial from Mrs. Thomas of Far ragut Street Laredo praises Doan's Kidney Pills for relief from back ache and nervous spells. She bought them at City Drug Store and urges others not to delay treatment. The Buffalo company Dostoun Widney Wills is cited as the maker.
In the first English turf event the Grand Steeplechase runs next Friday at Aintree Liverpool. American contender Postboy is a six year old entry from Alexander Cochran. Australia enters BulLawarra and two French horses Marteauit and Clitias will start.
Reports indicate two Villa detachments approach from Camargo and Monterey toward Nuevo Laredo. Carrancista garrison strengthens as reinforcements from Hidalgan sources arrive. A military wrecking crew delays rail lines to hinder a potential attack. Herrera's four hundred troops reportedly marching toward the border.
Weather and commerce notes mix with ads for brickwork contracting millinery and fish markets. Items mention a requiem mass at San Agustin pro cathedral, marriage licenses issued by the county clerk, and promotions for Easter bonnets and candies.
Easter week observances occurred in the Episcopalian and Catholic churches with fine music and large congregations. Palms were distributed to church members in the traditional Palm Sunday ritual.
Ad claims children with worms suffer pale cross fretful and sickly and promotes Whites Cream Vermi Pugh eight dollars an approved remedy. It asserts the medicine drives out parasites and makes children strong and healthy, with price five cents per bottle, sold by druggists.
Members of the B R DO A Club were entertained Saturday from 4 to 7 PM at the home of Mrs Maria Lachica de Salinas and Mrs Lilia Garza. In a card game called Casino, first prize a sewing box was won by Mrs Josefa Garcia de Benavides and second prize went to Miss Marian de la Garza. Refreshments were served and the afternoon passed pleasantly.
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