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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1923

Page

6

Red menace warned by Burns in Dallas talk

Detective William J F Burns head of the Justice Department Bureau of Investigation says radicals pose a menace to the United States during a Dallas visit. He praises Texas rangers and argues for a state police to pursue underground criminals, noting border safety and local dedication.

William J F. Burns Bureau of Investigation Department of Justice Dallas Unitedtates Hiurns Pexas Reivers Texas Rangers of Linion Ranger Hliness Lke Pennsylvania Texas Rangers Rangers Burns

Mae Murray Stars in Jazzmania at Rialto Theatre

Mae Murray tours the globe in Tiffany Productions new photoplay Jazzmania directed by Robert Leonard and distributed by Metro. The film set in a glamorous riverfront palace locale contrasts intrigue with gaiety as Miss Murray showcases dance and acting in a exotic frame with Oliver T. Marsh's photography and Cedric Gibbons designs.

Mae Murray Tiffany Robert Leonard Metro Miss Murray Gayety Edmund Goulding Rialto Theatre Robert Z. Leonard Tiffany Productions, Inc M. H. Hoffman Oliver T. Marsh Cedric Gibbons

Centro Social Fronterizo Hosts Dance Tonight in Laredo

Members are invited to a Centro Social Fronterizo dance in Laredo this evening at 4 08 p m. The notice urges attendance and notes it is up to date.

Centro Social - Fronterizo Vos Laredo

Cole No. 2 Oil Well Nears Gusher in Laredo District

President I K Cole of Cale Petroleum reported Cole No. 2 one mile north of Brank in Webb county is near oil sand at depth around 2800 feet and expected to begin casing next week. Carolina Texas No. 5 sits around 2800 feet awaiting dry time before drilling, while No. 6 trails with similar sand. Shipments show eight carloads of onions and two of spinach leaving Laredo as rains hindered field work. onion season could reach 800 carloads, spinach nearly 100 carloads.

Cole No. 2 I. Ek. Cole Cale Petroleum Co Times Brank Webb County Carolina Texas No. 5 Laredo Carolina Texas No. 6 Cole Bevine Carolinga-Texas Perwuda Ight Oon Tno Muly

Excursion Rate to Fiesta and Battle of Flowers

The International & Great Northern Railway offers a special round trip fare of $7.29 for the Fiesta and Battle of Flowers in San Antonio. Sale dates are April 15 to 19 with return by April 26. Ticket agent.

San Antonio International & Great Northern Railway

Field Secretary Flore Promotes Brotherhood Meeting

Walter MacPherson field secretary of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew based in Philadelphia speaks to the organization. He will meet the Junior Brotherhood during Sunday school and the Seniors and Juniors together at Christ Church at 4 pm tomorrow.

Walter MacPherson Othe [Rotherhood of St. Andrew Philadelphia Brotherhood Christ Church

Pola Negri to Star In Mad Love at the Royal

Pola Negri, star of the Goldwyn film Mad Love, heads to the Royal Theatre for two days this Sunday. The actress is famed for her exotic dark beauty and arresting presence, drawing attention wherever she appears.

Pola Negri Royal Royal Theatre

Brothers Charged in Shoplifting Case

Ricardo Garcia Purestin and Manuel Careia Prestin were arrested by Special City Officer Sam Mckenzie for theft under 59 dollars. They had examining hearings and were bound over to the grand jury in bonds of 250 dollars each.

Ricardo Garcia Purestin Manuel Careia Prestin Special Sam Mckkenzie

Heald Cylinder Grinder Demonstrated at Local Garage

The American Garage installed a Heald cylinder grinder, motor driven, claimed to complete cylinder work in about two hours versus two to five days with older methods. The ad invites customers to see the device in action before proceeding with their grinding needs. A testimonial from Mrs. George Stroup Solvay N Y cites Chamberlain’s Tablets improving digestion and curing constipation.

Chamberlain George Stroup Solvay, N

Deputy Commissioner Denton Arrives in Laredo to Enforce Labor Law

Denton Texas deputy labor commissioner 126M Dr Denton arrives at the Hamilton Hotel in Laredo to urge farmers and employers to cooperate in licensing labor agencies and stopping illegal solicitation of workers from farms and other jobs. He asks for reports of law violations and contact details for confidential reporting.

Denton Texas Hamion Hotel Jltney Teuton Hamilton Hotel Penton

Death of Mrs Garcia in Monterrey

Mrs Maria de Jesus G Garcia aged 1 years mother of ex Governor Juan M Garcia of Nuevo Leon and Alberto Garcia died at her Monterrey home last Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon and drew many friends and acquaintances of the family.

Garcia Monterey Maria de Jesus G. de Garcia Juan M. Garcia Nuevo, Leon Alberto Garcia Laredo Monterrey

Gaona Bullfight Tomorrow at Nuevo Laredo Ring

Rodolfo Gaona the world’s premier matador, assisted by Samuel Solis, headlines a tomorrow afternoon bullfight in Nuevo Laredo. Four noted Spanish bulls will challenge the star as Gaona tours to Spain for 209 future engagements, making this his last arena appearance for a while.

Rodolfo Gaona Samuel Solis Nuevo Larredo Gaona Spain Matador

Hamilton Benefit to Aid Playground Fund Saturday

Mrs. A C Hamilton will present a benefit entertainment for the playground fund on Saturday April 28 under the Heights Civic Club. The piece includes a variety of acts and raises funds for local youth recreation.

A. C. Hamilton The Heights Civic Club Nuevo Leredo Cgaona Yen T. A. Austin

Musical Notes and Pledge for Saturday Publication

Musical column urges telephone submissions to Mrs Reed by Thursday noon. Essay reviews Berger on simplicity in piano works and praises Chickering piano founder centennial planned with Coolidge chairing. Recitals and church program listings follow with dates, performers, and pieces in early spring arts notices.

Public Schools Music Fund Benefit at Royal Opera House

A large audience supported a Music Fund benefit at the Royal Opera House praising a proposed city wide music course. The program featured grammar school choirs, a one act play Stranded, Mrs. Hamilton singing Mi Viejo Armor, Editha Lowry dance numbers, and a physical culture Keeping Fit exhibit, concluding with a musical potpourri.

Royal Opera House Texas Mra Travis Bruce Bunn Little Red Arthur Claude Hamilton Editha Clarke Lowry

Laredo Ladies Cheer Prisoners With Communion and Dinner

Mrs Vidaurri led a visit to the county jail where two St Agustin priests conducted Holy Communion for inmates many of whom faced minor charges. A Thanksgiving dinner followed with chicken macaroni ice cream cake coffee and cigars served to over 150 prisoners, thanks to contributions from local ladies including Mesdames Canseco Gonzalez Aguilar Volpe Lafon Sepulveda Liato Osorio and Vidaurri.

Ns. §. Vidaurri St. Agustin Church Jesus and Audreys Detter Vidaurri J. Aguilar C. Guerra Atles Canseco Gonzalez Aguilar A. Volpe Volpe L. Lafon J. Sepulveda

Social Calendar Highlights From Local Clubs

The issue lists a Saturday Mexican Supper at Net zer building Market Plaza and Sunday gatherings including Christian Endeavor at 6 46 at the Presbyterian Church and BY P B A at 6 30 at the Baptist Church. It notes Monday meetings of W M S circles, a Woman's Club session at 8 30, and a Presbyterian Church reception at 8. The Junior Christian Endeavor plans a 7 09 program, with reminders to reporters to file weekly notes. General mentions cover residents returning from Taylor and Victoria and engagements and club events through April.

Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian Church BP. A Baptist Church Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church The Presbyterian Church L. H. Wharton Austin Christians Endeavor

May Queen Contest Standings Show Front-Running Candidates

The list reveals leading candidates in the May Queen contest with Acotina Juareg and America Merriweather near the top, while many other entrants such as Alicia Garay Consuelo Bolanas and Maria Luisa Juarez trail behind. The tallies include numerous names with scores or marks beside each, reflecting the readers' standings up to last evening.

Acotina Juareg Oso Shug NeHie Wardo Oo. c America Merriweather Wathdern Heaner Maria Luisa Juarez Maria Pas Reynacc Ese Poe i Iene Res Otila Cuccllar Joselina Lacunaa Delia Martinez O Afsefa Carela Yonmiday Meparaza Maria Garga Vivendi Plopros Oo Amela Careig Lata Bryant Agnes Loyendecker Benita Pitan Ann Kathryn Burrows Angelina Parras Anita M. Garcia Gracia Lacunza Clementina Narra Grace Bvetts Rose Naranja Jonnie Ind Lang Maria Wolf Andrea Garza Clotilde Canti Gabe Esperanza Villarreal Rof Consuelo Toto Carolina Andrado Teresa Rodrigues Oo Rees Cristina Cordero Clementina Peres Reese Esther Cavazos Fiva Madrid

Bridge Club Prizes Awarded at Pyrex Luncheon Charity Event

The bridge club prize winners were Mrs. Watson and Mrs. Daiches, each receiving Pyrex ash trays. After the games, the hostess served a luncheon. Guests included Mesdames Watson, Alexander, Morrow, Maily, Daiches, Epstein, Gumport, Marrs, Young, Seymour Denike, Austin, and the hostess.

Visit by D C Brewster Sparks Corpus Christi Ties

D C Brewster arrives in town from Mexico on a brief visit to his brothers J W Brewster of the Laredo Water Co and KB Brewster of the Milmo National Bank. Former Corpus Christi residents now in Laredo recall Dwight Brewster from his seaside days.

D. C

Fernet Branca Tonic Sold by Branca Bros Milan

World famous tonic Fernet Branca prepared by the Branca Bros of Milan Italy highly praised by European physicians. Marketed as an invigorating tonic for young and old, especially for indigestion. Won grand prize at the Paris Exposition 1900. Available for sale by John.

Fernet Branca Branca Bros Milan Italy Europe Lorenz Vienna John

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