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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1926
Page
10
London March 29 Associated Press reports debutantes in Mayfair are learning new gramophone dances for the coming season. Hostesses expect the Prince of Wales may attend some events and want their guests to be current. The Charleston and tango are among the eager lessons.
Indianapolis March 29 Associated Press reports James M Lynch president of the International Typographical Union says the printing industry escaped a slump and will enjoy lasting prosperity. He notes the old cycle of boom and bust is a thing of the past and predicts continued strong business for many months barring unforeseen developments.
The Italian Government awards a partial subsidy to the Master School of Music for Americans recognizing its role in strengthening Italy United States cultural ties. Based at Villa d Este during summer, the school educates Americans under Mario Corti head, a Royal Musical Academy professor and renowned violinist. Courses cover singing piano violin harp composition operatic coaching and Italian language and art history. Each pupil receives individual instruction.
A roundup of observances and happenings includes the 250th anniversary of Providence RI near destruction by Indians, Saskatchewan legislative origins 20 years ago, Detroit hosts the National Motor Bus Show, and Liebknecht’s centenary marked. Clarence Saunders to face federal fraud charges in Memphis. Passover begins with Matzoth on the table for Hebrew households. Britain plans cash on delivery postal service rollout.
Society column item notes the work of Mrs Violet S Oberfeldt as society editor with contact telephone.
Monday social events include St. Anne's Society meeting at 3 PM. Pan-American luncheon features Peru's anthem and speeches on Tacna Arica. Memorial service readings honor Mrs. Millar and deceased members with reflections on death and faith. Community visits note several locals traveling and returning from trips.
Washington March 29 Secretary Kellogg says the pension plebiscite complications in the Tacna Arica dispute do not constitute a barrier to U S mediation. The United States continues to offer settlement efforts between Chile and Peru.
Associated Press reports a tentative valuation of the Texas and Orleans Railroad as of June 30 placed by the Interstate Commerce Commission at 318 18 780 for owned property and 19 809 819 for used property. The figures reflect the commission price assessment and are subject to final approval.
Governor Ferguson granted a five day reprieve to S A Robinson and Forest Robinson, condemned to die April 2 for the Dallas motorcycle officer slaying, the delay due to the Good Friday holiday.
In Belton Texas on March 29 the Yancey Story bank robbery case was continued until July 2 due to witness illness. Judge Jones dismissed charges against W A Martin Theo Wilkinson and Cal Wilkinson. the court found insufficient evidence against them in the Holland bank hold up case.
H. P. Hall, once a East Texas banker, is held in connection with the killings of Mr. and Mrs. Gamden Sanborn in their Hawkinsville home, Matagorda County. District Judge Munson denied bail in habeas corpus proceedings.
A survey of early 20th century sports notes covering the Player's Baseball League formation 1890 and disbandment 1892. Harvard varsity crew opens May 8 against Princeton. Ban Johnson's long presiding role in the American League is noted. Harness racing optimism, Cornell dominance on Hudson, and volleyball in Sioux Falls April 9-10.
Washington March 29 Twenty four lawyers have been disbarred from practice before the treasury department as the result of an investigation into charges of collusion with an employee of the internal revenue bureau. The disbarments covered a period of three years with William W Johnson of Dallas among the disciplined.
Ashbury Park March 29 Governor Moore said he will not honor any extradition papers for the return to Binghamton New York of Dr Edwin Cabaldeston a 3 year old physician arrested Friday on a 45 year old charge of escape. Deputy Sheriff Foster Black of Binghamton who made the arrest is 91 years old.
Berlin observers report Herr Jolly, a professional faster, aiming to surpass the world abstention record held by Signor Mulatti of Italy. He entered a glass cage with extensive provisions and distractions on February 13, weighing 140 pounds at start and 103 pounds by March 2, with 300000 Germans watching and over 600 marriage proposals received.
Yesterday Palm Sunday crowds filled all Catholic churches as palms were blessed and distributed. Next Sunday promises another large turnout with special choirs and a heightened Easter spirit across the city churches.
Maundy Thursday evening service at 8 oclock features special choir music from The Holy City and From Olivet to Calvary. Rehearsals for Easter music underway. All are invited.
Fragmentary text suggests a debate over how information should be treated by senators Borah and Johnson. The passage references vague gravis elements and retained vegetation patches, but lacks coherent facts or identifiable events.
A wave of selling swept New York trading floors as Holling orders and other large sales pushed many stocks to new lows for the year. Names such as Gonal Motor and Hudgon Motors appeared among the drags in the market.
A spring storm crosses Southwestern Kansas Colorado and the Texas Panhandle with rain and snow predicted. Oklahoma Arkansas and Texas cotton states may see rain while North Texas faces freezing weather and more snow in western and eastern sections.
Snow covered Southwestern Kansas today as a storm continued unabated. Persistent snowfall ranged from three to six inches across Dodge City and surrounding areas.
Washington action moves the prohibition unit employees under civil service law on a recordless agreement vote. The Crampton bill clears the House and heads to the Senate for further consideration.
The state's suit against Hoffman Construction Company was left on call today. Judge Calhoun said many would go to trial any day this week after Wednesday. The trial, with priority over road investigation, will last about three days.
In the German Presidential race no candidate secured a majority, triggering a second election call to decide the presidency.
In Stanton Texas Mara Lain aged 36 faces jury trial amid unclear and garbled charges. The fragment hints at a barber from Stanton involved in a legal dispute with allegations of wrongdoing, but the exact nature remains unreadable.
The readable parts show an Associated Press style tag and misread phrases about Congress and tolls. Most content is garbled, yielding no coherent events, names, dates, or places to summarize meaningfully.
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