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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1921
Page
4
Wednesday’s Daily reports Secretary Hughes replying firmly to German reparations proposals. The tone affirms US refusal to aid Germany’s evasion of war responsibility and rejects any private advantage from Berlin. It notes allied study of Berlin’s terms and urges a balance benefiting all nations.
The piece condemns English mine leaders for rejecting wage offers while seeking nationalization. It argues the goal is seizure of property to be run by workers, framing the move as a push for workers to dominate nonworking classes and redefine the meaning of work. The commentary laments past attitudes toward work and thrift.
James Young, who directed Curtain featuring Miss Katherine MacDonald, is a noted stage actor beyond his film work. He appeared in Brown of Harvard and other plays and is praised as one of America's best Hamlets. Curtain will be the First National attraction at the Rialto Theatre starting today.
Despite poor price outlook growers push harvest to market. Last night twenty nine carloads crossed the I and G N line from Laredo to eastern and northern markets. Through today a total of 207 carloads have been shipped from Laredo, with shipments expected heavy for the rest of the week.
Last evening Captain Earl Dodge hosted bridge with Col and Mrs Cochran Major and Mrs Hemenway Captain and Mrs Stewart Captain and Mrs Hooper Captain and Mrs Finney Captain and Mrs Rice Captain and Mrs Kaiser Captain and Mrs Pearson Captain and Mrs Mon cure Captain and Mrs Gray Captain and Mrs Shropshire and Captain and Mrs Lehman. Mrs Hemenway won the ladies first prize and Mrs Rice the second. Captain Rice the gentlemen's first prize and Captain Shropshire the second. Thursday two infantry officers visit the Post for inspections and athletic events including a band concert and luncheon at the Officers Club. Also, Company H defeated Headquarters 11 to 4 in a notably rough third inning led by Nunnally for Headquarters and Phillips for Company H. Thursday marks the first post swimming meet of the season with 50, 100, and 200 yard events plus diving, aiming to set post records.
Two burros seized for violating the city stray animal ordinance are in the pound and will be sold at public auction in front of City Hall on Friday morning April 8, 1921 at 10 o clock unless the owner calls before that time and pays all accrued costs. M Brennan City Marshal Laredo Texas April 5 1921.
Richard Darrell won the Norwood residence on Hamilton Harbor Bermuda by a box draw altering a dice plan in an unusual will. His sister Hariet held a life interest and died in January, allowing the arrangement to proceed with two other nephews.
A short health tip urges keeping well to be happy and recommends Chamberlain's Tablets after supper for a gentle bowel movement remedy.
A general strike of painters and paperhangers in St Louis follows a 20 percent wage reduction. Shark liver oil from California shores is being used as a leather preservative.
A guide to dyeing old straw hats using Fidelity Straw Hat Dye which revives color without stiffening the hat. The dye is sold and recommended by druggists, including in Laredo where it is available in drug stores.
The Laredo City Council held a regular session in which fire marshal Eugene Christen reported the Strand Theatre in deplorable condition and the city attorney was instructed to demand immediate fire hazard removal or pursue legal action. A plan to widen Convent Avenue was approved for study, and a Clean Up Day proclamation for April 9, 1921 was ordered.
A nine coach special train carrying about one hundred St Louis Chamber of Commerce members will arrive in Laredo at 5 40 am on Thursday en route to Mexico. After a 2 1/2 hour stay, the excursion continues to Nuevo Laredo then Monterey and other Mexican cities before Mexico City. The group plans informal meetings with Laredo business leaders during their stay.
A local insurance ad by S. A. Westbrook Insurance Agency promotes tornado coverage during high wind season, listing contact phone 148 and encouraging immediate protection for property.
The council meeting ends with no further business after the finance committee recommendation. Secretary A R Garcia signs the adjournment indicating the session closure.
Webb County finishes a sixteen foot wide highway from Cha con bridge to Zapata county line. The road handles heavy river traffic, with straighter grades and gentler climbs. It aims to be a pleasant, safe route for motorists, not a speedway, and should become a favorite for leisurely rides.
In the case against Alice McKinney charged with robbery her absence led to forfeiture of a $200 bond while co defendant Susan Walker saw her case dismissed. Clifford R Riddle accused of assault with intent to rob Anselmo Jimenez had a mistrial and is reset for April 15. Manuel Gutierrez charged with embezzlement over 50 from Roy Campbell Co is slated for trial this afternoon.
Local want ads highlight earning opportunities and paid listings. Readers see diverse gigs, services, and sales prompts across categories, with contact details and pricing where provided.
Rain and hail fell north of Laredo while the city received no recent moisture. Freight trains move on Mexico’s National Lines to Nuevo Laredo, but crew shortages delay normal service for days. Nuevo Laredo sees a building boom and a new federal building. The international footbridge work advances with the second arch in place as river levels rise slightly. City council minutes published in this issue cover key actions from last night’s meeting. Public Health Service notes no passportRelated quarantine change. bridge passenger hours remain 11 p m to 7 a m unless an epidemic requires alteration.
Knights of Columbus in Laredo plan a preliminary meeting Thursday at 8 o clock in San Agustin Hall to discuss organizing a local council for the Catholic church. All Knights living in Laredo are invited to attend this important community event.
Ladies of Laredo invite volunteers to join Saturday's tag day campaign for a bigger and cleaner Laredo. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and residents are asked to phone 784 to offer services.
Yesterday afternoon around 4 30 on Santa Ursula Avenue a six inch water main burst as a trench-digging machine worked for sewerage laterals. Water service was cut off for blocks while crews under H J Seaman repaired the damage.
A detailed account of the Rotary Club luncheon and meeting held at the Hamilton Hotel today will be published in tomorrow's Times.
Valparaiso Chile April 6 officers of supply ships with the United States Pacific fleet on its South American cruise ordered 1,000,000 eggs for 15,000 Dinejackets on the return voyage to American waters. Egg laying is light at this season and merchants doubt filling even one third of the order.
Dr. W W Barwin, 84, York City’s oldest white citizen, makes wooden legs. He lost his own right leg to a shell during the Civil War and has crafted legs to order since for himself and others.
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