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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1923
Page
10
Monsieur Jon J. C. Bratianu, longtime Romanian statesman and son of Ion Bratianu, has resigned the premiership amid anti entrials uproar in Bucharest. He rose from engineer to minister of public works in 1897 and became Liberal leader guiding Romania to adopt its new Constitution.
Charles M Schwab born in Williamsburg Pennsylvania sixty one years ago today Clarence S Darrow born in Kingman notable for labor cases sixty six years ago Bishop James Atkinson born in Knoxville Tennessee seventy three years ago John M Morin born in Philadelphia sixty five years ago today John Kilbane born in Cleveland sixty four years ago today
Advice notes that constipation responds to one or two Chamberlain's Tablets taken after supper for a gentle bowel movement. It emphasizes a simple remedy and immediate effect. The message centers on a common medical tip from historic home remedies.
One year ago today the Geneva Conference censured Germany for its separate agreement with Russia. Jack Dempsey, the world heavyweight champion, received a rousing greeting in London.
The article argues that prevention beats cure and that pneumonia often follows a cold or grip. It warns that a lingering cold raises danger and urges taking Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at the first sign of a cold to prevent pneumonia, noting it is inexpensive and reduces risk.
Today marks the real start of the 1923 baseball season as major and minor leagues begin pennant races. In Dallas executives attend the National Industrial Traffic League convention while New York hosts the American Olympic Committee meeting to plan America's 8th Olympics representation. The day also notes anniversaries of Paul Revere’s ride and the San Francisco earthquake and fire.
We announce a large surplus purchase of 122000 pairs of U.S. Aunty Munson last shoes in sizes 6 to 12. Guaranteed solid leather with bellows tongue and waterproof. Value $6.00, offered to the public at $2.95. Pay postman on delivery or with money order. If not as represented, money refunded promptly.
The Laredo delegation home from Monterey for a regional exposition and Mexico Chamber of Commerce session expresses strong support for the Meridian Highway project. Delegates, including A I Losh and G Wickline, highlighted auto highway plans between Laredo and Monterey and the potential freight and tourist benefits.
Local notices describe an Auxiliary meeting at the Rectory at 3:30 PM and an Auction Bridge Club event hosted by Mrs. E H Buenz. Mrs J A Austin entertains from 3 to 6 PM in honor of Mrs A Moore and Miss Lucille Gaither with other social gatherings noted.
B O Puig handed the meeting to Mrs A B Gale who announced Bunco. Guests included Knights of Columbus and friends. Ladies high Genevieve Sharkey, low Rosa Vda de Guar Clola. men high Stoberton de Botello, low Fr John Duabourget. Performances by FF Beliont and A Belinont followed with songs. Punch served, hosts Mesdames Leyendecker Gonzalez and Miss Sanchez. Future gatherings hoped.
Sheriff Condren announces sale under a 1923 execution for San Antonio Machine and Supply Co. at Webb County Court House. Property listed includes pump components and piping equipment with detailed descriptions and quantities. Sale proceeds to satisfy a $4,154.53 debt plus costs, credit applied as stated.
In New York on April 18 Associated Press reports Republican leaders face internal rifts as Boreh Johnson and Lakollette debate party positions and potential shifts. Critics accuse Governor Cai Foote pipers and allies of strident attacks while party factions fracture and seek alignment with Democrats.
A grand jury at Waco Texas plans to urge Governor Nay to pardon Cooper Johnson and Benny Young who were convicted of the February last year murders of Mrs Barker, her husband, and Homer Turk. The move follows Hoy Mitchell’s confession and testimony. Mitchell faces trial for Mrs Barker’s murder tomorrow. Johnson received the death penalty and Young a life term. both sentences were upheld on appeal.
Texas House rejects a proposal to tax amusement events motion pictures and other entertainments. Revenue committee backed the plan while amendments to raise taxes on telegraph firms failed. final Senate action allocated 920.6 million for boundary work between Texas and Oklahoma per the Supreme Court decision.
Branca Bros Milan prepares Fernet Branca praised by Dr Lorenz of Vienna as an invigorating tonic for indigestion. Won a grand prize at the 1900 Paris exposition. For sale by John Brunt 3-12-2m.
Austin Texas April 1 The general assembly today adopted a resolution by Senator Burkett accepting the invitation of the chambers of commerce of Bastland Ranger Gorman Carbon Rising Star and Ciscoe to visit the oil fields in Eastland and Stephens counties The tour will be made April 27 28 and 29 under the resolution the party arriving back in Austin April 30.
A Texas court today affirmed the Third Court of Civil Appeals decision in Capitel Lund mining case. The state will pursue land seizure valued near 1,000,000 acres held by the carrier.
Associated Press reports greensboro April meeting of cotton dealers shippers and traders from North and South Carolina Georgia and Alabama to form a national organization. Purpose includes protecting freight tariffs and reshipping privileges amid volatile market conditions and disrupted supply lines.
District Attorney David Garrett and District Attorney Fred Odor will travel to Bastrop to file information against 18 Morehouse citizens tied to bootlegging activities last year. Warrants are expected to be prepared and issued by the sheriff by noon tomorrow.
Fred Lone Star Jans once chief scout for General Chil Sheridan dies after being crushed in an elevator shaft at the World Herald plant where he worked as night watchman. He was reputed to have killed women and more than a dozen Indians and served as official investigator of the Custer massacre for the war department.
The Department of Justice sugar price inquiry moved forward with a White House meeting between President Harding and Acting Attorney General Seymour. Seymour had sent the President a report on findings so far, discussed at a cabinet session, with further developments implied by today’s call.
A local surplus sale advertises 500 steel cots 1000 railroad picks 500 shovels 1600 bake puna 15 refrigerators 60 600 Tbs capacity 200 garbage cans 1600 lbs 1 inch manila rope one Electric Champion Shoe Repair machine and Finisher 2500 Singer Patching Machine 26 00 ten Sewing Machines 500 army mosquito bars per 1.00 each and assorted secondhand furniture J C TWISS 1701 Hidalgo Street 3-30-tf.
Representatives from Houston San Antonio Dallas and Corsicana met the governor in Austin on April 18 to urge consideration of enacting a blue sky law. They presented a bill drafted by state advertising clubs for his review and action.
Tokio unveils public celebrations for the Prince Regent wedding style events. The city will feature electric floats, lamp lanterns, mass singing by schoolchildren, and evergreen arches. The Prince Regent plans a May tour in Westernmost region while recovering from a seaside stock.
The forecast from the U S Weather Bureau in New Orleans notes partly cloudy skies tonight with warmer temperatures and unsettled weather expected tomorrow. Widespread showers or storms are possible as a weather pattern shifts across the region.
A Patten Mills resident treats a rheumatic farmer with Chamberlain's Lotion. The man uses the remedy freely, returns days later to repay with a dollar and ask for more, saying it should stay in the house.
Observations over 44 hours ending at 7 am show a max temperature of 76 and a min of 61 degrees. Winds from the southeast with partly cloudy skies.
UV Associated Prensa reports Choseland athlete Misg Ambigolateae Wait set a new world best in the long distance event, beating marks held by Vera Shepard and Weatera Gall. Police stopped a related disturbance as authorities pursued suspects after the incident in Port Worth.
Assocated Press report notes railroads were asked for a formal statement on shopmen demands and strike terms. It details requests for dates, settlement status, and the cost of maintaining guards and related expenses if the halt continued.
In France Texas Clarenes Smith a Black man who had been jailed for sending improper notes to two white women faced a hostile crowd last night outside the jail. He reportedly died as the incident escalated with calls for his life.
Austin April 18 The death sentence for Nathan Lee of Peoria county for the murder of James Sparecou was upheld by the court of criminal appeals reversing the district court on continuance grounds and admissibility of testimony. The court also affirmed the sentence of J C Armstrong of Harris county for criminal assault.
A contested trust case leaves eight families affected as the husband struggles to manage assets. The dispute centers on arrangements made by Wilza and the implication for heirs and property divisions.
Loans up to 25000 dollars at 6 14 percent interest may be made on farms and ranches in Webb Zapata and Jim Hogg counties. See Thos H Ward Secretary Treasurer Laredo National Farm Loan Association to Joseph Building 8 18 42.
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