Cutting the cost and lunch boxes in city offices
A New York club campaign urges workers to bring lunches from home to cut costs. It notes rising lunch prices, compares hot restaurant meals to box lunches, and cites factories and shops adopting cost saving measures like kitchen facilities and cheap meals. The piece discusses potential resistance from lunch room operators and the broader impact on working people’s net earnings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Club
Jong
New York
Revolt Spreads in Mexican States Against Carranza
Reports from Mexico show Michoacan joining the Sonoran rebels, Zacatecas preparing to join, and Sinaloa overrun as Mazatlan possibly falls under insurgent control. Carranza loyalists desert in large numbers as the revolt grows, aligning with regional movements against the federal authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Carranza
Michoacan
Zacatecas
Sinaloa
Mazatlan
Mexico Should Stay Neutral In Revolt Opinion
A newspaper column argues for strict neutrality by the United States in the Mexican revolts. It cautions against intervention, urges an embargo on weapons to both sides, and favors letting Mexico settle its disputes without American aid or arms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carranza
Berlanga
Candido Aguilar
Bonillus
Culinahua
Villa
Sonora
Rebala
Mazatlan
Manzanillo
Pacific
Chihuahua
Mexico
Carrancata Party
Work and Save Says Dallas Fed Governor Van Zandt
Associated Press reports from Dallas April 20 that R L Van Zandt governor of the Dallas Federal Reserve Bank urged working and saving now. He said treasury officials fear reduced production and higher credit. He warned that money saved today will be worth more later and that 100 cent debts can be paid with 50 cent dollars. The purchasing power of the dollar is low though its debt paying ability remains strong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Dallas
Tex
R. L. van Zandt
Dallas Federal Reserve Bank
van Zandt
Washington
Treasury Department
Mr. van Zandt
Louisiana Quadrennial State Election Held Today
Today marks the Louisiana quadrennial state election with the Republican ticket in the field though the Democratic primary slate led by John M. Parker of New Orleans for governor is viewed as certain. The new governor and other state officials are to assume office next month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
Louisiana
John M. Parker
New Orleans
Army Surplus Sale Opens at 1701 Hidalgo St
Economy Salvage House advertises 20000 Army shoes 1000 Army wool shirts 306 Army cotton mattresses 26000 Army leggings and many other articles plus 1000 pairs ladies shoes new at less than cost of manufacture located at 1701 Hidalgo St 33.
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Hidalgo St
Tanlac hailed by Manchester woman for back pain relief
Mrs. Aurore Barrette of 133 Second Street says Tanlac cured chronic back pains and fatigue after two bottles. She describes constant ache near the kidneys, nervousness, poor sleep, and exhaustion, noting renewed energy and better sleep since starting the medicine. All druggists sell Tanlac.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanlac
Aurore Barrette
Second Street
Manchester
New Hampshire
Barrette
Today’s Events and Elections Across States
Activities include a Chicago committee meeting to discuss plans for the Democratic national convention in San Francisco. Georgia and Nebraska hold primaries for national delegates and state offices. An Episcopal diocese convention meets in Easton Maryland to elect a bishop. A notable Washington wedding unfolds as Miss Nancy Lane marries Philip C. Kauffmann at St. John’s Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Cary
Tlans
San Francisco
Committee On
Chicago
Georgia
Easton
William Forbes Adams
St. John's Church
Washington, D. C
Nancy Lane
Secretary of the Interior
Lane
Philip C. Kauffmann
RAT-SNAP Effect Reported by Store Owner
Ralph Watkins reported rats around a butcher shop fed on scraps but avoided suspect food. After trying RAT-SNAP, the results were wonderful with all rats eliminated in ten days. Dogs patrolling the store guarded against new rats, and the product was sold by A Deutz Brother City Drug Co and Sanitary Grocery in three sizes 25e 50c and one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Watkins
A. Deutz & Brother
City Drug Co
Sanitary Grocery
Decrease in Salvation Army Aid Reported in Galveston
Salvation Army relief workers report fewer requests for financial help in Galveston since the war. The post quarterly ending March 28 shows 859 meals for 61 people, rent paid for three families, and transportation for eleven individuals, with improved wages and morale cited as reasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Galveston
Tex
Salvation Army Relief
Found Seven Rats Dead in Bin Next Morning
Robert Woodruff reports his premises were infested with rats. He used RAT-SNAP on a friend's suggestion and found seven dead rats in a bin the next morning, with others near a feed box and in a stall. He notes no odor and praises RAT-SNAP as the best product he has used, available in three sizes and sold by local firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Woodruff
A. Deutz & Brother
City Drug Co
Sanitary Grocery
Texas UT collects southern literature archive praised
Southern Documents in Austin reports that R D Brooks a former Georgia history professor called the University of Texas collection "unparalleled elsewhere in the south." The UT archive was funded by George W Littlefield former regent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
University of Texas
R. D. Brooks
University of Georgia
South
George W. Littlefield
Zapata oil transport line launched to Hebbronville
A new transport unit of three large red tank wagons and a Holt caterpillar tractor began operation from the Zapata oil field to Hebbronville, under F S Pratt & Co. The line will haul oil, pipe, and machinery, with plans to extend as production grows and possibly build a pipeline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holt
Hebbronville
F. S. Pratt & Co
Webb-Zapata Oil Co
Zapata
Zapata County
Webb Zapata Oil Co
F. S. Pratt
Webb County Democratic Executive Committee Holds Meeting
A Webb county Democratic Executive Committee meeting in the city council chambers saw resignations by Leopoldo Villegas and J R Moore. Justo B Penn elected chairman. several precinct officers and vacancies filled. precinct conventions set for May 1 and a county convention on May 4 in the district courtroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Executive Committee
Webb County
Leopoldo Villegas
J. R. Moore
J. L. Petty
Justo
Penn
Villegas
G. P
Not the Only One Kidney Pain Story
Kh T Lesterrette of Laredo recounts years of irregular kidneys backache dizziness and frequent night urination. After using Doan's Kidney Pills he reports relief from the start and normal kidney action after two boxes. Price 60c at dealers. Dean's Kidney Pills recommended by Foster Milburn Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doan
Dean
Lesterjette
Foster-Milburn Co
Msgrs
Buffalo
N. Y
Precinct Conventions Set For Webb County May 1 1920
Webb County Republicans schedule precinct conventions across twelve precincts on May 1 1920 to choose delegates for the county convention. Precinct chairs named include Oscar Staben Emilio Dions J G Burr Jose Soto C C Burr W H Lockwood EF Trevido Julius Krueger S E Hines Lod Moglia Joe Grimes J J Ramirez and Amedee Ligarde. Chairman H H Jefferies. Also a note urging use of Chamberlain's Tablets for digestion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Webb County
John Finnigan Co
Spencer and Market St
Oscar Staben
Emilio Dion
Grant Street
Joe Barberio
Bristol Hotel
Victoria Street
J. G. Burr
Jose Soto
Water Street
C. C. Burr
North Laredo
Julius Krueger
S. E. Hines
E. Hines
Lod
J. J. Ramirez
Amedee Ligarde
Onions Shipments From Laredo Reach 229 Carloads This Season
Last evening twenty seven carloads of onions were shipped from Laredo by regular and special trains as embargo effects linger in eastern markets. The season total now stands at 229 carloads.
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Laredo
New City Council Meets Tonight for First Time
Laredo's newly elected city council headed by Mayor Leopoldo Villegas will convene this evening at City Hall. Mayor Villegas will name committee members for two years and conduct other business. The council includes City Secretary Apolonio R. Garcia and aldermen from four wards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Moore
J. B. DaCamara
C. Farias
Joe Henry
Albert Martin
B. G. Salinas
August C. Richter
M. W. Grennan
Gayon Paid Fine in Federal Court Today
Alberto Gayon of New York former secretary to the late Gen Blanquet pleaded guilty in federal court to neutrality law violations tied to a planned movement against a friendly nation and was fined 500. Manuel Vasquez and Alfredo Silva pleaded guilty to smuggling with fines or jail terms. Ignacio Benavides’s smuggling case was dismissed as naturalization papers were issued to new citizens and the grand jury returned several indictments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberto Gayon
New York
Blanquet
Santiago Mendoza
Nemesio Naranjo
Manuel Vasquez
Alfredo Silva
Silva
Vasquez
Ignacio Benavides
Star Barbershop Name Change Sale Notice
Notice announces the sale of Comet barbershop to Antonio Yruegas and the transfer of name to Star barbershop. W H Baker endorses patronage transfer and guarantees continued service. Dated April 19, 1961.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antonio Yruegas
W. H. Baker
Fort Brown troops rest at Camp Missouri on march north
The Sixteenth United States Cavalry arriving from Fort Brown encamped at old Camp Missouri before resuming their overland march to Fort Sam Houston in about three days. Also listed are marriages licenses issued by the county clerk including Rafael Montiel and Maria Salinas and Librado Pifia and Virginia Garcia. The Presbyterian church plans a Men's Club formation this evening at 8 in the church annex. San Jacinto Day observed with closures. Fort Worth area imports news note and a theater promo for Will Rogers at the Royal Theater with Jubilo. Construction work continues on the Ramos building foundations and reinforcements to Puig and Wormser buildings.
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United States Cavalry
Fort Brown
Fort Sam Houston
Old Camp Missouri
Rafael Montiel
Maria Salinas
Librado Pifia
Virginia Garcia
Jose Gomez
Zoila Ortiz
Ramos
Convent Avenue
Lincoln Street
Puig
Wormser
Anniversaries show events from 1823 to 1905
April 20 marks key milestones including Marco Bozzaris death in 1823 at Carpenisi and 1904 death of Sara J. Lippincott Grace Greenwood. From 1874 to 1905 figures and legislations across Britain Canada Spain and the US are noted, such as Wolseley funding, Canadian Pacific Bill, and DAR leadership.
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Marco Bozzaris
Carpenisi
Garnet Wolseley
Ashanti
Brussels
Connecticut Federation of Women’s Clubs
Bridgeport
McKinley
Congress
Spain
Woodford
Sara J. Lippincott
Grace Greenwood
Daniel Chester French Turns 70 Distinguishes American Sculptor
The celebrated American sculptor Daniel Chester French marks his 70th birthday. Notable works include the Gal laudet group in Washington the Alma Mater at Columbia the Washington statue in Paris and the Minute Man in Concord. He comes from a New England family linked to Daniel Webster and John G Whittier.
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Daniel Chester French
Gallaudet Group
Washington
Columbia University
New York
Paris
America
Mr. French
New England
Daniel Webster
John G. Whittier
Concord
Mass
Italy
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Boston
Gen. Cass
Michigan
Statuary Hall
Lincoln
Lincoln Memorial
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Manchester, New Hampshire
Jose Rizal
Philippine Islands
Willamette River
Portland
Ore
Rizal
Philippines
Webb County Democratic Executive Committee
J. & Penn
L. Villegas
Texas
H. H. Jefferies
Republican Executive Committee
Chamberlain’s
NEW City Council
Gayon
C. Jefferies
The
Presbyterian Church
San Jacinto
Santa Anna
Weliz
Royal Theater Today
Tomoorrow
Will Rogers
Rogers
Donald McLean
the Daughters of the American Revolution
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