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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1923

Page

12

Black Panther producer hits 150 barrels in Webb Zapata oil cycle

Friday reports from the Texas oil field note Black Panther A producer at 150 barrels daily from Slack Panther No 1 on the Webb county Poiy Reserve. Boston-Miranda No 1 in Zapata county shows gas and oil in a sand at 2 043 to 2 052 feet. A. D. J. No 2 tests gas at 2 332 feet in Webb county.

Boston-Miranda Zapata Webb County Slack Panther Aviators C. BE. Lang Boston-Mirando No. 1 Zapata County Mirando Field W. G. Burton Arkangsay Laredo Burton A. D. J. Oil Syndicate No. 2 Pratt Ranch Zapata No. 1 The Zapata Co Boston- Miranda Forrester No. 1 Nye City of

Railway Managers Conclude Texas Conference In Nuevo Latredo

Representatives from major Texas railways met at the Bikes Club session lasting from morning until 1 30 pm. The session adjourned with routine discussions on operations and economy. Attendees included J S Pater and other general managers from Abilene Southern Rock Island Southern Pacific Panhandle Santa Fe Texas-Mexican and more.

Rome Bikes Club General Managers of Railways Association of Texas Nuevo Latredo Mexico Pettibone Assecntion J. S. Peter Confernee Ww. O. Selke Texas Forrestry Association J. 2. Shackelford Abilene & Southern H. J. Sewell Rock Island R. B. Cochran L. H. Cecil Southern Pacific Avery Turner Panhandle & Santa Fe J. S. Pater AL & Altp FL. Lewis J. W. Wells Trexas Mid-land W. DeWolf M. M. Leyendecker F. IE. Clarity Fort Worth & Denver W. BE. Manson J. P. Cowley Santa Fe A. G. Donovan W. CG. Walker Fort Worth Belt A. F. Sommer Murrell P. Buckner Union Terminal Dallas N. A. Stedman G. H. Webber The Association

Major General Lewis Arrives at Fort McIntosh for Inspection

Major General Edward N. Lewis of the Mtelith Corps Aca arrived at Fort McIntosh this morning with staff. He is greeted by a salute and will inspect the Fourth Cavalry troops, visit the target range, and tour outposts at the fort.

Lewis Edward N. Lewis Mtelith Corps Aca Fort Sam Wellston Fort McIntosh Sarute Fourth Cavalry

Notice to Builders Bid Opening for Brick Store on Convent Ave

Notice to builders to submit bids by 12 o clock noon Monday April 16 1928 for a one story brick store house 50 by 50 feet with concrete foundation located at Lot 4 Block 22 Western division Convent Avenue plans at the lawyer’s office. Bond equal to bid amount required to cover labor materials and construction and completion within ninety days of bid acceptance. The right to reject any bids is reserved.

Convent Avenue

Chambers of Commerce Meet in Monterey Mexico Texas session set

A major congress of the Chambers of Commerce of Mexico begins April 12 in Monterey. Delegations from about fifty Mexican chambers will discuss regional industries and border highway links with Texas and the United States, including plans for an auto highway between Monterrey and Laredo.

Chambers of Commerce of Mexico Texas Monterey Chambers of Commerce Republi Laredo Meridian Highway Association of Texas Meridian Bankhead Nueva Leon Tamaulipes Nuevo Laredo Monterry United States U. S Chamber of Commerce At Aredo Chamber of Commerce National Railways of Mexico

Birthday anniversaries marked for notable figures

Justice William Renwick Riddel of Ontario’s Supreme Court, born in Northumberland County, Ontario, is 71 today. Rear Admiral Andrew T. Long, directing U S naval operations in Turkish waters, is noted as having a birthday today. Rt Reverend Joseph M. Francis, bishop of Indianapolis, is 61 today. Most Reverend Austin Dowling, archbishop of St. Paul, is 55 today.

William Renwick Riddel Supreme Court of Ontario Northumberland County Ont Andrew T. Long U. S Rede] County N. C Joseph M. Francis Indianapolis Bawlesmere Austin Dowling St. Paul New York City

Land Leases and Investments Notice

Local real estate broker WAL Hailey promotes land leases and investments with close margins. Encourages buyers to consult before purchase, providing contact at 2365 Joseph Building and telephone 1168.

WAL Hailey Joseph Bldg

Chamberlain's Tablets Helped Anxiety and Digestion

A testimonial notes relief after using Chamberlain's Tablets for indigestion and constipation. The speaker describes prior symptoms of vertigo and poor appetite with weight loss, claiming the product improved health.

Chamberlain

Tea and Card Party Honors Guest at Market Street Home

About 125 guests called for a Saturday afternoon card party at the Woods residence 2029 Market Street in honor of Mrs. Annie Neill of San Antonio. A luncheon service featured strawberries and cream with cake and a prize titled Ye Ladye's Toilet. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. E. Woods, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Craven, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Gibson, Mrs. Mary S. Shelby, Mrs. Annie Neill, and Miss Amar Penn.

Ars. S Woods Sheip Market Street Annie Neill San Antonio Thomas Gibson E. Woods Dave Craven Mary S. Shelby Annie Neil O Amar Penn

Wool Transportation Under Investigation by ICC

All railroad practices and rates in the West relative to wool transportation are under investigation by the Interstate Commerce Commission. Hearings are to open at Gillings Montana Salt Lake City Boise Portland and Phoenix to prescribe reasonable lawful rates and practices if needed.

Associated Press Washington West Interstate Commerce Commission Gillings Mont Salt Lake City Boise Portland Ore Phoenix

Arguments delayed in Foster Bell assault to murder case

In Austin Texas on April 6 arguments in the Foster Bell case charged with assault to murder stemming from a Sealy street encounter were postponed as prosecutors and defense failed to agree on special charges. Judge Hamilton said deliberations would continue in the afternoon and the jury would receive the instructions before the case is sent to the jury.

Austin Texas Foster Bell Sealy Street Hamilton

Local Baseball Game Set for Legion Park Tomorrow

A 4 pm baseball game at Legion Park pits Laredo High School against Dilley High School in a closely matched exhibition. Both teams are in good condition, promising an entertaining national pastime for attendees.

Legion Park Laredo High School Dilley High School Victoria St Telephone Exchange Marinello Itinecto Marinello Beauty Parlors Victoria Laredo Mexico

Bomb explodes at Ku Klux Klan Dawn office

A bomb wrecked the Dawn office in Chicago and a second blast damaged the building or nearby contact. Publisher Edwin Parke reports threatening letters while police warn advertisers of possible further visits. In Atlanta, a petition seeks a receiver for the insurgent faction amid Klan power struggles.

Associated Press Chicago Dawn Ie W. Gilliland Edwin QE. Parke Atlanta, Ga Ku Klux Klan Harry BK. Terrell

Pacific propagandist groups denounced by Weeks

Secretary Weeks denounced Pacific propaganda outfits in the United States as public zombies and urged Americans to study their words and character. He warned against misleading statistics from pacific agencies promoting revolution and an immodest government. He noted defense spending remains largely unaffected by reduction in military costs.

Washington United States Weeks Vno War Department Republic Weeks Ona

Men Seek Bail After Fatal Range Inspector Slayings

Reports from Port Worth Texas indicate Tom Joss and Milt Goode ranchmen are seeking bail via habeas corpus for the death of range inspectors Dave Allison and Oruee Robinson. A hearing on the petition is set for April 20 at Lincolnbook per a telegram.

Port Worth Texas Adlees Tom Joss Milt Goode Ranchimen Ae Dave Allison Oruee Robinson Noseek Libhbook

Report on Prohibition Compliance and Price Statistics

A Commission report notes 61 officials violate prohibition by bootlegging liquor. The chairman warns of constitutional questions and risk to government stability if laws are ignored. A preliminary statement outlines forthcoming sugar price statistics from market records and government sources.

Railroad Consolidation Chartered by State in Texas

The Waco Ponatingot Kinity and Sabine rail road, recently consolidated, was chartered by the secretary of state in Austin Texas today April. The filing marks formal recognition of the merged lines under state authority.

Austin Texas Waco, Ponatingot, Kinity and Sabine

Texarkana Banker Suggested for Federal Reserve Board

Washington reports serious consideration to appoint N. A. Shaw of Texarkana Texas as the dirt farmer member of the federal reserve board to succeed the late Milo T Campbell of Michigan. Shaw is president of the Guarantee State Bank of Texarkana with broad agricultural interests. The senate failure to confirm James G McNary as comptroller makes a Southwest pick probable.

Washington N. A. Shaw Texarkana Texas Federal Reserve Board Milo T. Campbell Michigan Shaw Guarantee State Bank of Senate James G. McNary Southwest

Suit Dismissed in Defamation Case at Camp Travis

San Antonio April 6 Captain and Mrs Edwin Randie filed a $100000 suit against Colonel Arthur Conger of the 20th Infantry at Camp Travis alleging defamation of character. The suit was dismissed today by agreement of both sides. The reason for dismissal was not learned. Conger denied making any derogatory statements about Mrs Randie. It was unclear if the dismissal affects the military investigation.

San Antonio Texas Edwin Randle Arthur Conger 20Th Infantry Camp Travis Conger Randie

Bank Officials Request Reports on National Banks

The currency's comptroller issued a call for statements on the condition of all national banks as of the close of business Tuesday April 3. The AP report notes the formal request is part of routine supervision and bank health assessment.

Associated Press Washington Comptrolley Currency Today

Bank Commissioner Seeks Bank Condition Statements

Austin Texas April 6 The state bank commissioner calls for statements of financial condition from all state banks as of the close of business April 3.

Austin Texas State Bank Commissioner

Rooming-house resident found dead with pistol in hand

A note attached to a 35 bi was found in the room of Bernard Wherth 56 in Dallas Texas. He was found dead in bed with a bullet wound to the temple and a pistol in his right hand. He complained of illness the previous night.

Prossa Dallas Texas Weel Bernard Wherth

Tuscaloosa Man Shot by City Employee in Sudden Encounter

Kirby I. Chambers of the Tuscaloosa Cotton Exchange was fatally shot by James J. Clinton, a city employee. Clinton claimed he shot in self defense during a dark encounter involving an animal or man on all fours. Clinton’s bond was set at $5,000 for an appearance on murder charges.

Tuscaloosa Ala Kirby I. Chambers

Plotters Arrested Near Mexico City in Santa Julia Meeting

More than 30 persons were arrested last night at Santa Julia, a suburb of Mexico City, during a meeting authorities say aimed to plot against the government.

Associated Press Mexico City Santa Julia

Bold criminal escapes again from Atlanta prison hospital

The report describes the escape of Qurald Chapman linked to a million dollar robbery in New York. Nurse Mare dle Scott fainted during the incident in Athens and Chapman was later found in a casement. a subsequent search failed to locate him. Chapman had escaped from a hospital room and was recovering from wounds when he fled.

Athens Qurald Chapman New York Todas Ev Farpy Bishop Atlanta Chapman Tishoap Mare Dle Scott Owhem di Hop Cape Pram Fedtal

Women’s bodies found by the road in grisly case

Police uncovered two blood stained bodies along a road near New York City as investigators trace a suspect described as a man named Diowen Lhuls. The victims identified include Bessie McMinton and Libatedna vp dersey City with no clear motive yet established.

Bessie McMinton Newe York Drete Dersey City New Dere Sittede Dolar

Move To The South School Transfer Planned Within Year

The Woodbraid Training School, formerly in Mansid City, will relocate to a southern elite location within a year. Acting head Mrs. Loida Ann Shaffer announced the move by the Mission Council and the Methodist church, with a planned site near the center of religious activity under consideration in Nag hville, Penn, or Athens Ga.

Katies Nagh- Vilhe Peni Prilas Athinta

Coolidge Gives Noncommittal Answer on Harding Nomination

Washington report notes vice president says he will not discuss his own renomination timing. He predicts Harding's renomination and reelection would reflect positively on the administration. He declines to state his own stance, deeming it not opportune for discussion.

Associated Press Washington Vicw Coolidge Harding

Deuce of Spades Sandwich at Rialto Theatre Menu

Charles Liev, famed chef at the Rialto Theatre, unveils a new menu item titled The Deuce of Spades. The dish, part of a motion picture era supper concept, is described as a clever impersonation affecting patrons and framed by a story from The Very Last Straw by Charles E K Van Loan.

Sandwich Charles Liev Rialto Theatre Wery Charles EK van Loan Maurice Jincy Arbuckle Richardson Ard Borig” Jright

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