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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1926

Page

5

Illinois Senate Split Overshadows World Court Split

Thursday's Daily notes amid Illinois politics that Republicans defeated McKinley in the primary and nominated Frank Smith, an opponent of the world court, while Democrat George Brennan leads in the race and could propel a wets faction. The piece warns of possible independent actions by McKinley and discusses implications for the fall Senate battle and party unity.

World’ Court Finais William B. _McKinley Senate Frank Smith World Court McKinley Illinois George Brennan Middle West Congress Brennan Wilson Chicago Inlinois Washington Smith

Herrin factions clash during election riot ends with six dead

After fourteen months of truce Herrin factions clashed again during the local election. Six men died and more than twenty were injured as anti Klan and Klansmen fought. National Guard troops were activated to contain the violence. The dead include two clergymen and several prominent citizens amid the Masonic Temple aftermath.

Herrin Ilinois National Guard Masonic Temple

Adlerika Stomach Remedy Promises Quick Relief

Simple buckthorn bark glycerine and other ingredients in Adlerika are said to ease stomach trouble in minutes by removing gas and old waste matter. It stops bloating and leaves users cheerful, aiding chronic constipation with quick easy relief sold by City Drug Co and leading druggists.

Adlerika City Drug Co

Probate Notice in Webb County Texas for Jacobo Salazar

Vicenta Salazar filed in Webb County Court an application for probate of Jacobo Salazar deceased and letters testamentary. The next term begins May 17 1926 at the Laredo Courthouse, all interested may appear contest.

State OF Texas Webb County Creeting Fexna Jacobo Salazar Vicenta Salazar Laredo Texas

Notice to Laredo Parents on Skating Dangers

City marshal warns mothers and fathers in Laredo that children must stop skating on streets and sidewalks and from hanging onto or riding behind cars. He appeals to parents to enforce the law for the children's safety.

Laredo

Distinguished Missouri Pacific Officials Visit Laredo

A party of Missouri Pacific system executives arrived in Laredo by special car on the L G N line and were greeted by local officials. They toured both Laredos including onion fields and citrus orchards and praised Laredo’s prospects and current prosperity.

Missouri Pacific System of Railways Laredo L G. N Ryan Hatley L.G. N Laredos W. G. Vollmer Baldwin Missouri Pacific System C. H. Perkins H. B. Kooser P. J. Neff

Gifts With Messages From The Tarvers Florists

A local florist advertises old fashioned bouquets in lace holders and blooming plants for Easter. They offer out of town shipments and provide a phone contact 660 or 542 as part of the notice.

Good Play at the Tent Show in Rainy Evening

A Monroe Hopkins Players performance of His Night Out drew a good crowd at the tent show despite light rain. The program featured comedy drama, live specialties, and a Charleston contest with Miss Mary C. Ryan taking first prize, Miss Forrest second, and a Port McIntosh sailor boy third.

Monroe Hopkins Charleston Mary C. Ryan Forrest Port McIntosh

Leto's Pyorrhea Remedy Sold by Windrow Bros Drugstore

Windrow Bros Drugstore promises Leto's Pyorrhea Remedy to treat sore gums, bleeding gums, loose teeth, foul breath, or pyorrhea with a money back guarantee if not pleased. The ad labels La Botica Blanca and notes location at 40 Cf.

Leto Windrow Bros. Drugstore la Botica Blanca

Burglary Suspect Nabbed After Shoe Shop Break-In

Lorenzo Guevara of Guadalajara Mexico was arrested by Merchant Policeman James Russo after a burglary at a shoe shop near the San Agustin and Washington corner. His companion escaped, Guevara was jailed to answer the charge.

Lorenzo Guevara Guadalajara Mexico James Russo San Agustin Washington Russo Tuevara

Cod Liver Oil Alternative Booms in Town

Doctors and pharmacists promote McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets as a tastier way to gain appetite and flesh. A California woman claims 10 pounds in 22 days while the product is heavily demanded at city and county druggists with a 60 cent price and a refund offer if 6 pounds in 30 days isn’t reached.

City Door Laredo McCoy’s

For Rent Offices in Centrally Located Building

Modern central building is available for rent with ceiling fans and Frigidaire plus other conveniences. Contact T A Bunn at 755, Joseph Building. 4 6 tf.

T. A. Bunn Joseph Building

Penney Store Set for Grand Opening in Laredo

The J C Penney Co department store at Farragut Street and Convent Avenue in the Little Building opens tomorrow at 9 am and runs to 9 pm. R L Champion is local manager with R P Mendell as assistant manager Zene Seal in charge of women’s wear Alfredo Dominguez handles men’s furnishings. staff described as courteous Laredo residents. No music for the opening. the store will operate in a normal, businesslike fashion offering quality merchandise as a gift to Laredo residents.

Laredo J. C. Penney Co Farragut Street Convent Avenue R. L. Champion R. P. Mendell

Notice of Subsoil Title for Sanchez Tract in Tamaulipas

A Garza Galan records notice published in the Official Bulletin states legal title to subsurface rights of the Sanchez tract in the Municipality of N, Laredo Tamaulipas. Dated March 29 1926 Mexico D F.

Sanchez Laredo State of Tamaulipas Federal Government of Mexico Mexico D. F A. Garza Galan Paseo de la Reforma

Funeral Held for Mrs. Mary Pratt at Cortez Street Home

The funeral for Mrs. Mary Pratt who died Tuesday at 6 pm at her residence 1020 Cortez street was held Wednesday afternoon from her home to the city cemetery after services by Rev. L. H. Wharton of Austin. Many floral tributes reflected her esteem in the community. the service was well attended.

Mary Pratt Cortez Street L. H. Wharton Austin

One Victim Remains Hospitalized After Collision

General Esteban Calderon Miss Pilar Mustlees and the car chauffeur were treated and released to Nuevo Laredo. Mr Mustieles remains hospitalized with an injured shoulder but expected to go home soon. Calderon Mustlees and chauffeur suffered only bruises and minor cuts.

Esteban Calderon Pilar Mustleles Cotulla Nuevo Laredo Mustieles Miss Mustieles Calderon

Pimples fall as Black and White Ointment heals skin

Nationwide praise for Black and White Ointment and Soap as effective treatment for pimples and skin blemishes. Advertises dealers and economy sizes with a 60 cent ointment offering three times the content of the 26 cent size.

Mfe

Wabash Railway Announces Large Automobile Freight Car Orders

Wabash Railway Company reveals it will take delivery on an order of 2,000 automobile freight cars with 40 ft by 6 in by 10 ft high dimensions and staggered doors. The project lifts total new automobile equipment investments since 1922 to about $14,000,000, with this year’s expenditure near $4,420,000.

Wabash Wabash Railway Company

Public notice on free identification cards at Nuevo Laredo Office

Notice to the public informs that identification cards for crossing the Mexican frontier are available at the Nuevo Laredo Immigration Office. Applicants must present two photos and a certificate of the Mayor of Laredo Texas proving residency of over one year. Cards are issued free of charge.

Nuevo Laredo Laredo Tejas

Times Subscription Offer Drives Reader Engagement

The Times promotes a daily watch service with a monthly rate of 60 cents. It positions the offer as an ongoing opportunity for readers to access daily coverage.

Bermuda onion shipments from Laredo continue steady pace

The article notes 23 Bermuda onion carloads shipped from Laredo last night, with 6 via Texas-Mexican and 17 via I G N railroads, bringing season totals to 122 carloads. Diversified vegetables added 4 carloads, totaling 1,177 for the season as weather delays and prorated shipments persist.

Bermuda Laredo Texas-Mexican I.G. N

High School Glee Club Presents Love Pirates of Huawaii

The High School Glee Club performs the operetta Love Pirates of Huawaii Friday and Saturday in the auditorium after days of practice. Fifty maidens in native costume sing Hawaiian melodies to charm bold pirates into courteous gallants, promising a memorable show.

Huawaii

Citation By Publication Iniguez Must Answer 1926

Public summons requires publication weekly for four weeks in a Webb County paper or nearest district paper. Thelma Dowling Iniguez sues Oscar Constantino Iniguez for abandonment after marriage in Laredo Texas. case No. 7650 set for May 10, 1926 at Webb County District Court.

State OF Texas Webb County Creeting Oscar Constantino Iniguez 49Th Judicial District Laredo A. D Thelma Dowling Iniguez Texas Joe R. Davis District Court

Weather forecast from Fort McIntosh station

Tonight fair and cooler. Friday fair and warmer with a maximum of 67 degrees and a minimum of 57 degrees. Winds from the northeast. Cloudy skies.

the Times Chamber of Commerce United States Weather Bureau Fort McIntosh

Hats Born in Paris by Swiss Maker in 1404

The text notes hats were first crafted in Paris in 1404 by a Swiss artisan. It mentions that sword executions persist in some German states and Denmark remains the sole European country with public executions. It ends by stating cotton plants grow profusely in unspecified conditions.

Paris Denmark

Global oddities and laws show varied customs

Articles note that India and Hindoo spinners excel at so called spin work. Norway Holland Italy Romania Portugal have abolished capital punishment. Texas holds a large share of U S land while daily 9000 spruce trees feed New York City papers. Japan uses hanging for executions. England hosts long smoking contest. Wireless masts near Rugby weigh 300 tons and stand 820 feet. Argentina lottery runs daily with holidays. London gas main leak hunt surpasses fifteen years. Chinese eat day lily soup consuming over 4000 tons yearly. Old bathtubs become cattle troughs. The oldest sailing ship still in service dates to 1800. English law allows wives separation on cruelty to their children.

India Norway Holland Italy Romania Portugal United States Texas New York City Japan England Rugby Argentina Mediterranean Venice Zante London

Praise of modern American wives as multitaskers

Harry Edward Freund of the American Research Foundation extols the multitasking prowess of American wives. He contrasts contemporary mothers who cook, iron, tend children, plan parties, advise, budget, and even imagine new puddings with historic figures famed for rapid dictation.

Chicago Caesar Napoleon Harry Edward Freund American Research Foundation Rome Mr. Freund Bonaparte

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Ers Ferrin Williamson J. A. Rodriguez Webb Co M. Brennan Missouri Pacific Penney BIG Department Store Bermudas Pedro Garcia the Weather Report Michaels Stern Curlee King Klass Hidalgo St Thedford’s Harry Edward Frevad Grant Street ED. Gonzalez
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