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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1920

Page

23

Tanlac credited with curing Virginia Minn man

Gust A. Johnson, a Duluth and Iron Range railroad veteran of thirty-five years, credits Tanlac with ending severe stomach gas, rheumatism pain, and nerves issues. After three bottles he reports improved digestion, no gas, steadier nerves, better sleep, and renewed energy for work. Tanlac is sold in Laredo by Windrow Bros.

Tanlac Gust A. Johnson Virginia Minn Johnson Duluth and Iron Range Railroad Mr. Johnson Taniac Laredo Windrow Bros

Coal Controversy Sparks WV Mining Row Over Unionization

Williamson West Virginia July 30. A heated clash erupts between mine operators and United Mine Workers leaders over unifying bituminous miners in West Virginia and adopting the Kanawha field pay scale in Mingo county. Union chief Keeney cites 55,000 organized and 35,000 unorganized miners. miners fear private armies and rifles on the border as operators defend nonunion operation and emphasize peace in the field.

West Virginia Mingo McDowell Logan Raleigh Mercer Wayne Pike County Harry Olmstead Coal Operators’ Association of Williamson United Mine Workers Mr. Olmstead Wyoming Union United States Cleveland Union Apeniaare

Mingo County Coal District Labor and Safety Notes

The state praises conditions in the valley with no gas or explosions and asserts no mine guards in Mingo county. Baldwin- Felta detectives are company employed, not mine guards. The district produced about 6,000,000 tons of coal worth $16,000,000 with six lives lost last year, per state mine inspector J. W. St. Clair.

Baldwin-Felta Mingo J. W. St. Clair

Industrial Cripples Could Add 2.5 Billion to Nation Wealth

A. P. report from New York notes district vocational officer Ralph Fisher told the Rotary Club that rehabilitating industrial cripples could raise national wealth by 2.5 billion dollars annually. He estimated up to 50,000 men yearly could be retrained, each adding about 50,000 dollars in lifetime productive value, with 250,000 permanently disabled in the U.S. annually. He urged state-funded rehabilitation and praised Congress for a 90 million dollar veterans' rehab appropriation.

Associated Press New York United States Ralph F. Fisher Federal Board For Vocational Education New York York District Fisher Mr. Fisher Congress

Army Surplus Sale at 1701 Hidalgo Street

Economy Salvage House advertises 20000 Army shoes 1000 Army wool shirts 300 Army cotton mattresses 20000 Army leggings and many other articles plus 1000 pairs of ladies shoes new at below cost of manufacture located at 1701 Hidalgo Street.

Hidalgo St

Times ad item for daily watch subscription

Daily Times subscription offer promotes watching opportunities with a 606 per month rate, emphasizing ongoing access and regular updates. The notice presents a concise marketing line aimed at attracting readers to a recurring payment plan.

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Moonlight party honors Mary Paul Goldmann at Cana das

Misses Virginia and Esther Penn host a moonlight party for Mary Paul Goldmann and guest Miss Cecil Netherly at the Cana das Friday evening. A dance is planned at Elks Hall in the evening at an unspecified hour with social entertainment.

Virginia Esther Penn Canadas Mary Paul Goldmann Cecil Netherly Austin Elks Hall

Local Social Roundup and Visits Highlight Friday Night Dance

Miss Cecil Netherly of Austin arrives for an art visit and will guest with the Penn sisters. Mrs J A Wilson heads to San Antonio for a short visit. Edwin B Adams leaves for San Antonio to meet family in West Texas. The party plans to return Monday or Tuesday. Antonio Salinas and daughters, with Amelia de Lachica, travel to Monterey for several days. Mrs Kirby Walker of Washington DC visits her parents in the city. G W Spencer and children from El Paso visit Mrs Rosario Kirkpatrick. George R Tabor Jr of San Antonio returns from a visit to Prof and Mrs F W Mally. Dr May Foster returns from Webb. Schaefer of Houston, Texas Chamber of Commerce field manager, spends days in Laredo. Kinder of Bishop, Texas, in the city. St Elmo Trout arrives from Austin. Mrs Roy Yaeger heads to San Antonio to join Mr Yaeger. Lieutenant and Mrs Johnson reside with Mr and Mrs W L Irwin. Mrs George Hill, with brothers Jack and W A Kerr, visits Bettie Atlee in Webb. Mr and Mrs M A Harper plan to move back to the Heights soon. The usual Friday night dance at the Service Club Fort McIntosh is open to the public.

Edwin B. Adams U. S Nuevo Laredo San Antonio West Texas

Fifty Year Mystery of Nathan Murder Remains Unsolved

On the 50th anniversary of Benjamin Nathan’s murder in New York City a noted unsolved crime endures. Liverpool hosts the Sixth National Congress of the Catholics of England starting today, session through next Tuesday. Christian Workers conference opens in Northfield Massachusetts. League of Nations in San Sebastian to set date for Brussels talks. Dayton plans a grand Civic celebration for James M. Cox’s Democratic nomination with parades and fireworks.

Benjamin Nathan New York City England Liverpool General Conference of Christian Workers Hest Northfield Mass Council of the League of Nations San Sebastian Dayton James M. Cox

How They Live in Germany Under Strain of War Losses

An elderly Prussian official, among the upper 30,000 by tax, describes a descent from rich lifestyle to austere living. He lists reduced meals, limited meat, lack of wine, fewer baths, tighter clothes, and cut correspondence as the family adapts after the war, noting health remains surprisingly fair.

Associated Press Berlin Germany Allgemeine Zeitung Prussia Jean Times

Cars for Wheat

Kansas farmers see relief from an increased car supply to help move this year's wheat to markets though shortages persist. State officials report 22 million bushels from last year stored on farms and 8 million in elevators, with 110 to 135 million bushels awaiting movement. Bankers hold about 65 million in crop loans, potentially rising to 100 million. Federal Reserve support aids extension of loans. Railroads warn farmers to store wheat properly on farms while awaiting shipment.

Associated Press Topeka Kans Kansas Interstate Commerce Commission State Board of Agriculture Ces State Board of 24 J. R. Anspaugh Kansas State Bankers’ Association Anspaugh Federal Reserve Board Federal Reserve

Miss Nancy Swann Talks of China Experience at UT

Austin July 30 Miss Nancy Lee Swann described life in China as a creative period needing mental, social, physical and political development and a Christ centered love. A UT graduate with a master’s degree, she spent seven years in China as a missionary and plans to return for five years representing the University YWCA.

Associated Press Austin Texas Nancy Lee Swann China University of Texas Miss Swann Southern Baptist Board University

Slater Cotton Mill Becomes Museum Site in Pawtucket

The 1793 Slater mill at Pawtucket Rhode Island, America's first cotton mill, has been acquired by the Pawtucket Chamber of Commerce and will be converted into a textile machinery museum.

America Samuel Slater Pawtucket R. L Pawtucket Chamber of Commerce

Bolsheviks Spar for Time Near Armistice Meeting

In Warsaw uncertain reports say Bolsheviks aim to stall at Baranovitchi and may set August 4 as cease date while seeking to capture Lemberg, which Polish defence vows to resist to the last. London reports a new Irish disorder bill to be introduced next week in Parliament per Andrew Bonar Law.

Associated Press Warsaw Supreme Council Lemberg London Ireland House of Camons Andrew Bonar Law

Cantu Prepares To Resist Attack In Lower California

Mexicali reports Governor Esteban Cantu mobilizes defense for the northern district as eight veteran Carranza officers offer their services. The Mexican provisional government pledges full protection of Americans on both sides while small US forces stand ready to safeguard American interests. El Paso notes Mexican federal forces mass to crush the rebellion under General Calles.

Associated Press Mexicali Lower California Esteban Cantu Carranza Cantu United States el Paso Texas Lower California Calles

Big Whiskey Raid Sparks Nationwide Prohibition Action

Federal agents conducted large liquor raids in Newark and Jersey City yesterday with about 100 agents involved. A Bronx seizure today added up to $115,000 in whiskey value, underscoring intensified enforcement amid broad enforcement actions.

New York Newark Jersey City Federal Bronx

Frantic Ponzi Finances Under Probe In Boston

Boston July 30 Charles Ponzi claims vast profits from international exchange and has paid investors sizable returns. Clerks discharge 50 percent profits on 45 day notes while returning principal on shorter notes. Total payouts since Monday estimated at 1 500 000. Ponzi says liabilities total about 3 000 000 and will stop taking new funds until an audit.

Associated Press Boston Mass Charles Ponzi International Exchange Ponzi

Sentry shoots captain of militia at Texas camp

Galveston July 30 Herbert Robertson World War veteran and captain of the local National Guard company was shot and killed by a sentry at the National Guard camp. He was driving past and did not halt. Private J Pyer of Center Texas fired the fatal shot.

Associated Press Galveston Texas Herbert Robertson National Guard J. (. Pyer Center

Population rise for Nacogdoches Texas in census

Nacogdoches Texas reports a population of 3 546, an increase of 177 residents or 5 2 percent in the latest census figures.

Associated Press Washington Nacogdoches Texas

A New Enoch Arden Revisited in Vienna Tale

Vienna reports a fresh variation of the Enoch Arden story as a missing husband is found alive in Irkutsk after his wife dies from shock at a telegram. A misdelivered telegram ties a hospital patient to another man with the same name, who later marries his nurse and returns home. The couple now work to resolve the situation.

Associated Press Vienna Enoch Arden Irkutsk

Detroit Housing Bonds Offer To Build More Homes

Detroit Michigan on July 30 reports housing bonds issued by the Housing Financing Corporation to relieve a home shortage. The $600,000 issue is secured by existing houses and offered in small denominations. Proceeds will be used immediately to construct additional residences.

Detroit Mich The Housing Financing Corporation

Indian 144 Years Old at Laguna Mountains Celebration

In Laguna Mountains California Domingo Jacinto a Digger Indian chief said to be 144 years old watched an Independence Day program. Accompanied by his daughter granddaughter and great grandson he remained active though feeble. He claims the spot where the Declaration was signed as home a government reservation now sits there.

Associated Press Laguna Mountains Calif Sear Domingo Jacinto Laguna Mountains Resort Imperial San Diego Counties

Co operative sales rise across Canada in 1919 turnover

The Co operative Union of Canada reports progress with fifteen affiliated societies ranging from Cape Breton to Vancouver Island. Aggregate turnover totaled 2,132,725.71 dollars for the past year, up 644,185.11 dollars from 1918.

Toronto Ont Cooperative Union of Canada Dominion Cape Breton Atlantic Ocean Vancouver Island Pacific

Teachers Enjoying Vacations in Laredo Webb County

Laredo and Webb County teachers spend their summer away from home attending summer normals or schools, while others relax at summer resorts. Laredo Independent School District schools will resume on Monday September 13, leaving teachers several weeks of vacation before nine months of work begin.

Laredo Webb County Laredo Independent School District

Third Fatality in Coal Strike Today

The Associated Press reports from Birmingham Alabama that Emil Hicks a miner was killed in a pistol fight near Birmingham today. The incident marks the third fatality linked to the coal strike over non union miners at Carbon HL Recognition of the union is the sole issue in the dispute. Eight thousand striking Illinois miners received two weeks back pay totaling up to fourteen dollars per man.

Associated Press Birmingham Ala Emil Hicks Carbon HL Springfield Illinois

Police chase clue on Eugene Leroy in New York

In New York July 30 police report a clue suggesting Eugene Leroy, sought in Mexico over his wife’s murder, may be in the city. The victim’s body was shipped from Detroit in a trunk.

New York E Eugene Leroy Mexico Detroit

Car Collides With Gasoline Truck In Denison Fatal Fire

C B Hamilton of Dallas, driver of a Frisco car, died from burns after a gasoline tank exploded in a collision with a gasoline truck near Denison Texas on July 30. The truck driver was killed instantly and about 20 passengers in the car were burned, some seriously.

Denison Texas C. B. Hamilton Dallas

Prices of ready to wear garments peak then fall

Chicago July 30 ready to wear garments have reached peak and started to decline, according to the Ready to Wear Association which opened a ten days exhibition today.

Associated Press Chicago Ready To Wear Association

Six high density cotton presses to begin operation at Galveston

In Galveston Texas six shipside high density cotton presses will be in operation by September 15, operated by the Galveston Wharf Company. Monorail and overhead conveyors will run from the presses to every pier, improving port storage and concentration facilities. Through ocean bills of lading will be bankable at shipment, saving shippers millions yearly.

Palveston Texas Galveston Wharf Company

Geologists Predict U S Oilfields Exhaustion in 18 Years

Some geologists estimate the United States will exhaust its oilfields in eighteen years. They note the U S uses twice as much oil as the rest of the world while containing about one seventh of the global supply.

United States

Local forecast and Fort McIntosh observations

The United States weather bureau forecast from New Orleans notes tonight and Saturday will be partly cloudy with probable showers. Fort McIntosh observations show a 24 hour period ending 7 am with a max of 101 degrees and a min of 75, wind generally from the southeast and partly cloudy conditions.

United States Weather Bureau New Orleans The Telephone Co Fort Mclnntosh

Also Mentioned on This Page

Violet S. Oberfeldt J. A. MacDonald Katherine Bolonius Ritchie Austin Arive J. A. Wilson Antonio Salinas Amelia de Lachica Monterey Kirby Walker Washington, D. C City H. J. Hamilton G. W. Spencer Rosario Kirkpatrick Spencer George R. Tabor, Jr F. W. Mally May Foster Webb Schaefer Houston Texas Chamber of Commerce Mr. Kinder Bishop, Texas Roy Yaeger Mr. Yaeger George Hill Jack and W. A. Kerr Bettie Atlee M. A. Harper the Heights Service Club Fort McIntosh TIM Near Monakes Bolsheviay Carrancista Profit Weather Forecast
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