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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1922

Page

4

Genoa and America rediscoveries spark a debate on Europe's fate

A Tuesday Daily piece cites Lloyd George playful at Genoa’s supposed aid to America by rediscovering Europe, arguing Columbus and Genoa had limited influence. It shifts to warn against bonds theft and profiteering, urging treasury probes and defending US fiscal vigilance.

Lloyd George Genoa America Celinthus Europe Altiaugh Pound Turan Dis

Printing Errors and Alleged Collusion in Liberty Bond Waste

The piece argues that wartime Liberty bonds were duplicated during a rushed printing process. It claims seven bonds with the same number were returned for redemption in one day. It suggests collusion by some bureau chiefs to move excess bonds to outside handlers, contrasting with normally tight checks by the money manufacturing system.

Treasury Department Department Administration Harding

Laredo Gossip Mixed In Whimsical Snippets

A collection of cheeky notes and quips about Laredo life. It jokes about traffic cops, smart wives, family wisdom, and local dating, while weaving in pop culture mentions and a quip about a fashionable gown. The piece reads as light social chatter with a playful tone.

Laredo Paving Delayed by Sewer Connections Holdups

City plans paving funded by bonds but waits for property owners to connect to the sewerage system. Business district to be paved first, then expansion as connections complete. Delays blamed on procrastinators like Mrs Spivens and Mr Jones. cooperation urged to avoid tearing up streets later.

Laredo Mexico

Doan's Kidney Pills Promote Laredo Endorsements

Over 100000 readers have recommended Doan's Kidney Pills for backache and urinary issues with 50000 testimonials appearing locally in Laredo newspapers. Chas Wharton of 1206 Davis Ave credits the remedy with immediate relief and restored kidney function after two boxes, priced 60 cents. PosterMilburn Co. Buffalo NY endorses the product.

Dean Laredo Chas. Wharton Davis Ave Doan

Elks to Install Officers at Laredo Lodge Meeting

Laredo Lodge No 1018 Elks will hold a regular meeting tonight to install recently elected officers including Stanley Seathorn exalted ruler A M Wormser esteem ed leading knight G W Dennect esteemed loyal knight Darios Richter lecturing knight A B Muller secretary L E Bruni treasurer Krandall Nye tiler.

Laredo Lodge No Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Stanley Seathorn A. M. Wormser G. W. Dennect Darios Richter A. B. Muller L. E. Bruni Krandall Nye

Knights of Columbus call members to Mercy Hospital

Laredo Council Knights of Columbus AH members are urgently requested to be at Mercy Hospital at 6 45 o clock Thursday morning. G K canseco and date 4 11 21 indicate a local church or fraternal event need for attendance.

Knights of Columbus Laredo Mercy Hospital

Leases near Seacord Drilling at 15 per acre

Sandifer and Hailey advertise 20 acre tracts near the Seacord site half a block from Hamilton Hotel at 107 Salinas Avenue. They note current drilling at 600 feet with several strong showings and claim nearby leases sold recently at about 1000 per acre. Limited tracts available. act now.

Schott and Laredo Sandifer & Hailey Hamilton Hotel Salinas Avenue

Clover Case Progresses in District Court

The civil suit William Clover and others vs Paula Moreno de Clover and others over the W C Clover estate title was taken up in district court yesterday and will likely conclude this afternoon. The case had been dismissed in federal court and re filed in the district court here.

Phone Crockett Avenue C 8Th St San Antonio Texas Philadelphia

Notice to Property Owners April deadline for assessments

Notice from B. J. Leyendecker Webb County Tax Assessor states April is the last month to make state and county assessments. Published under notice of tax assessment procedures and deadlines.

B. J. Leyendecker Webb County

Bruni No. 1 Near Bruni Draws Oilmen’s Eyes

In Webb County Texas all eyes rest on Bruni No. 1 near Bruni as it nears 2,500 feet. Geologists call Bruni mesa favorable for big production while a deep test to 3,000 feet may yield new results. Oil men watch 2,560 feet as a potential big producer across Mirand a City Schott Torreon Aguilares fields.

Laredo Bruni No. 1 Binney No. 1 Bruni Texas Binney Mesa Webb Boney Mirande City Schott District Torrecillas Aguilares

Reward Offered For Arrest In Farm Theft Case

A ten dollar reward is offered for arrest and conviction of the party stealing pump parts and fence wires from A. P. Nye Upper Farm. Mrs. A. P. Nye is guardian for the estate. Date noted 4 10 31.

A. P. Nye

How a New Testament Church Was Suirt ed

A Christian Church meeting drew a large audience last night for blue Monday. Tonight the topic is How a New Testament Church Was Suirt ed and the session begins at O's.

Christian Church

Forty Carloads of Onions Rolled Out Last Evening

Laredo onions from the district continue to roll out in trainloads to the east. Forty carloads departed last night with nineteen over the L & G N and twenty one over the Texas Mexican. total shipments reach 294 carloads. Prices remain strong as demand for Laredo bulbs is high and Eastern retailers pay premium for fresh Texas onions over decayed imports.

Laredo Galveston New York Texas Goung Ug

Easter vaudeville at Rialto Theater promises top acts

The Rialto Theater presents a premium Easter program next Sunday and Monday featuring ventriloquist Marshall Montgomery, Claude Anderson and Miss Leona Yvel in Trying to Please, and Frank and Ethel Carmen with hoop and baton novelty. Also billed are three top headliners praised by the press as among the best on the circuit this season.

Rialto Theater Majestic Frank Ethel Carmen

Laredo Elks Lodge Plans Regular Meeting Tonight

Attention Elks. There will be a regular meeting of Laredo Lodge No. 1018, B. P. O. Elks, this evening at o o'clock.

Elks Laredo Lodge No. 1018 B. P. O. Elks

Primary election races and local notices mix in Webb county

July primaries name nominees for November as senatorial contests heat up. Various local ads note services from Garment and decorating firms to plumbing and notary public listings, with streets and business names peppering the page.

United States Sanitary Grocery Company

Webb County Votes on $150000 Bond Issue for Roads

Webb County Texas to hold May 8 1922 election to decide if bonds totaling 150000 dollars shall be issued for macadamizing roads with interest up to five and one half percent and a tax to pay interest and create a sinking fund. Fourteen precinct polling places listed with presiding officers. Publication and posting requirements set by the Webb County Commissioners Court.

Webb County Texas Commissioners Court County Commissioners Court Court House Laredo A. Winslow Johnson W. L. Puig John M. Martin D. D. Davis L. J. Christen Francisco Garza Iturbide Street City of Laredo M. S. Ryan Fire Engine House Matamoros Street G. P. Furias A. R Palafox H. KE. Johnson A. Vidales Ranch Val Linke, Jr la Becerra Leopoldo Guerra Laredo Daily Times

Chivalry or Curiosity On Streetcar Side Step

A Baltimore News remark questions whether a man stepping aside to let a woman board a streetcar reflects courtesy or mere curiosity.

Baltimore News

Birthday of eminent astronomer Dr William Campbell at Lick Observatory

Dr William Galee Campbell celebrates his sixtieth birthday today. He has led Lick Observatory near San Jose for five years and previously taught at the University of Michigan and Colorado. He led eclipse expeditions to India Spain Flint Island and Russia and authored notable works on astronomy. He has chaired the AAAS in 1916 and holds many medals.

Apri William Gallee Campbel Lick Observatory San Jose Calif University of Michigan University of Colorado Campbell India Spain Flint Island Russia American Association For the Advancement of Science

Laredo Welcomed Fifth District Delegates With Noted Hospitality

The Fifth District meet in Laredo closed with all convention expenses paid and a small surplus. Mrs. Mally and Mrs. Austin led efforts to liquidate bills while local clubs hosted delegates at homes to save costs. Delegates praised Laredo for complete plans and gracious hospitality featuring auto and hotel support.

Laredo Fred W. Mally H. M. Austin the Heights Civic Club Woman’s Club Convention Committee Bobbitt A August C. Richter Transportation Committee Heights Civic Club Richter Fifth District Mally

Cooperative Meeting Showcases Laredo Spirit and Youth

Monday night attendees at the Co operative Meeting praised community effort. Dr Fincher preached on The Privilege of Winning Others. The Junior Brigade impressed with singing and inspiration for all ages. Tonight the men's committee of 100 sponsored service expects a large crowd.

Laredo Fincher Young Folke

Also Mentioned on This Page

CH Sumner Abner Louise DH. F.C. Canseco G. K Daniels Muller Gamble Decorating Co United States Court For the Southern District of Texas District Court Schweizer Sorridle Lincoln Street O. D Army Store Palm Beach W. Gregg Times Corpus Christi Street Dr. Rayner Belmont Apartments Tlaqueaque Milmo National Bank the Gamble Decorating Co B. Juarez Plumbing Wormser Brothers Windrow’s Beacon” Shoes Saft's Fidel Cantu State OF County of L. H. Bruni Pablo Aguilar N. Johnson Johnson Farm J. B. Moore A. D Echoes
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