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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1923
Page
3
Laredo Times Penn Publishing Company outlines daily publication schedule with Sunday exception and delivery options by mail postpaid to the United States Mexico or Canada or by local carrier in Laredo. Subscription rates listed for one copy one month and one year.
A brief reproduction note indicates The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to republication of all news dispatches either credited or not credited in the paper. The statement serves as a copyright and use guideline for the publication.
Monday's Daily cites Illinois Attorney General statements criticizing prosectuion in the Herrin mine murders case. It argues that repeated indictments be nol pressed and that impartial juries cannot be secured in Williamson County. The piece likens the situation to a historic breakdown of law and justice, condemning local sentiment and perjury risks amid the acquittals.
The piece details lengthy dance endurance events with pairs breaking records in hours of continuous dancing. Critics question the value of such contests, arguing they resemble indoor sports or betting spectacles rather than graceful old dances, and ponder their place in culture and recreation.
Today marks De Kind to Aprimals Week and the centenary of Andrew Garrett’s birth. The House of Commons reconvenes after holidays, the U S Supreme Court sits again after spring recess, and many California cities hold municipal elections. Louisiana officials announce possible indictments in Bastrop. National trade and women’s groups open conventions in New York City and Des Moines.
A farmer on a local farm arrived doubled over with rheumatism. C P Rayner of Payien Mills New York says after using Chamberlains Animent freely the man recovered enough to walk straight and return to the store to purchase more, stating he wants it in the house.
Shipments of Bermuda onions from Laredo district kick off with ten carloads total. First carload from J H W Webber and Murl O Keefe farm in South Laredo left March 27, followed by several more on April 6 and 7. Weather improvements forecast steady outbound traffic to national markets.
United States Marshal announces a sale of a Dodge automobile in the Southern District of Texas. The sale follows an order from the District Court for the Southern District and will be conducted at the post office in Laredo on April 17, 1923 for cash. Ral Tarvin is the U.S. Marshal and Alien Walkier is the deputy.
Citizens of Laredo are invited to an April 11 meeting at Elks Hall 8 p.m. Major Bertram and Parmenter of the 86th Division U S Army will lead. All Reserve Corps members and interested locals including parents and aspiring CT Corps youths urged to attend for information on military training and commissions.
Real Estate Buyers offer services to locate property matching buyers needs and intended use with flexible disclosure. Clients need not be known in the purchase until a satisfactory deal is made, allowing them to continue regular business while the broker handles negotiations. T. A. Bunn, merchant.
Bavaria gains attention as a potential autonomous region within Germany. The piece outlines Bavaria's geography culture and major cities like Munich Augsburg Nuremberg and Regensburg detailing Munich’s landmarks education industry and art scene plus Louis II’s patronage of Wagner and Bayreuth.
A fine summer outing is offered to ten Laredo young men with free transportation and clothing. The Citizens Military Training Camp at Fort Sam Houston runs July through the summer, with a path to commission in the Officers Reserve Corps after exams. Applications to Recruiting Officer Port McIntosh Station Hospital or Recruiting Sergeant at the Post Office Building.
The text protests disassociating with any seed concern in Robstown Texas and pledges not to mislead the public about seed ownership or branding. It warns against misrepresentation of origin or affiliation and asserts rights over branding and dog care implications.
In a low turn electoral, Salinas and Brenton win seats on the Paredo Independent School District board alongside incumbent Fredi Ligarde. The special election totals 261 votes across wards with light turnout. Meanwhile estate matters prompt notices from Mrs. Sam J. Jordan seeking claims or settlements and business interests shift to Zapata county oil prospects tied to Boston Miranda No. 1.
Regular meeting of Larean Lodge No 1018 BPO Elks will be held Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock. Installation of officers planned. A B Muller secretary. 4 9 21.
Loans up to 25000 at 5 14 percent interest may be obtained on farms and ranches in Webb Zapata and Jim Hogg counties. See Theo H Ward Secretary Treasurer Laredo National Farm Loan Association in Joseph Building. 3 12 1f.
A short health note urges readers to keep well for happiness and promotes Chamberlain's Tablets for constipation. It advises taking one or two tablets after supper for a gentle bowel movement.
Eight new wells boosted Webb county oil output with seven in the Miranda City Shotfield and one in the Vicitors Field. Total daily production reached about 1500 barrels, with several wells around 200 to 300 barrels. The Carolina Texas No 5 and Cole No 2 wells spark a competitive rush for acreage in the Laredo oil district.
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