Cotton futures tax eyed by New Orleans exchange protest
The New Orleans Cotton Exchange protests a proposed 50 to 60 cent tax on cotton futures, calling it a loss to producers and likening futures to gambling. The piece critiques market manipulation by buyers and Liverpool quotations, arguing cotton should be traded through genuine, direct transactions rather than speculative exchanges. It also discusses banana pricing effects from tariffs and references Mexican relief and political moves.
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New Orleans Cotton Exchange
Texas
Liverpool
United States
Greece’s Constantine Ascends Throne Under High Popularity
King Constantine of Greece, born August 2, 1868 in Athens, ascends after the assassination of King George. He is linked to European royal houses, married Princess Sophia in 1886, and has five children. His rise comes amid wartime popularity from victories in Macedonia against the Turks and Bulgaria.
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Constantine
Athens
George
Saloniki
Europe
Sophia
William HW
Germany
Greece
Macedonia
Banana tax debate shows small impact on consumer prices
The article argues that a five cent per bunch banana tariff would not greatly raise fruit costs for consumers. It notes current banana prices in distant cities and explains how dealers could pass the tax along, potentially doubling the burden on buyers. It references indirect tax effects and trade dynamics.
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New Orleans
Mob Ile
California
Buffalo
New York
Windsor
Canada
Mobile
Minneapolis
Congress
Detroit
Notre Dame Lady Offers Free Home Rheumatism Cure
An advertisement by Mrs. M. Summers of Notre Dame Indiana claims a home treatment cures rheumatism lumbago backache and neuralgia without changing climate. It purifies blood removes uric acid and restores vitality and eye brightness. Proof promised upon request at Box R Notre Dame Ind.
Voice of Texas on hearing plays and differing theories
The piece urges readers not to miss the picture show despite not hearing dialogue, noting multiple near parties offering audible versions. It promotes choosing among diverse theories or mixing parts. It cites Chicago moral wave as it bars September Morn and bans women bathing in lake bloomers, suggesting brideless councilmen may be elected.
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Goliad Guard
Chicago
Denison Herald
Philosophies and revolutions frame a restless world
The essay quotes note global turmoil from China to the Balkans, warning that liberty faces test amidst wars. It cites typified panic as great powers gaze, while a health warning from Palestine Herald condemns cigar snippers as disease vectors. US output and wealth claims contrast with population, urging belief in America's staying power.
Welcome for Bishop Nussbaum at St Peter's Laredo
A crowd gathered at St Peter's Catholic Church in Laredo for Bishop Paul J. Nussbaum on a two day visit from Corpus Christi. The event featured an illuminated lawn canopy with American flags, exchanges of greetings, and musical performances by young Leyendecker siblings. Eight sisters received the black veil at a solemn ceremony led by Bishop Nussbaum, marking their final vows with a Mass and investiture at St Peter's Church.
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St. Peter's Catholic Church
Paul J. Nussbaum
Corpus Christi
Laredo
Theodore Noonan
Father Roberts
Pittsburgh Pa
Father Lecuyader
Jose Coma
Edward Leyendecker
P. P. Leyendecker
Shannon
Hortense Leyendecker
Nubaum
St. Peter's Church
Good Sisters of Mercy
Kriston Nussbaum
M. P. Cullinan
Antoinette, Thompson
M. P. Potts
Cuca Jimenez
Nussbaum
Americans Leaving Monterey as industries shut down
A train from Nuevo Laredo carried many Americans and families from Monterey who were urged to depart as amelters and other industries dismissed operations indefinitely. The notice prompted a rush of evacuees heading back to the United States, with arrivals from Monterey expected to swell in the coming days as people hastily pack and leave.
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Nuevo Laredo
Monterey
Rail railroads to grant rest days under Dorst law
Four thousand telegraph operators and station agents employed by the railroads within New York will receive two days rest each month without loss of pay. The action by the New York Commissioner of Labor compels railroads to comply with the Dorst law.
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State of
New York
For neat and accurate job work ing up 48
A terse note appears to request precise, clean work on a task numbered 48. The fragment hints at process steps or a checklist but lacks full context. It emphasizes quality and correctness in completing the job item numbered 48.
Absence Notice From Garcia Studio Photographer
To my customers I will be absent from the city until the 11th of August and Garcia Studio will be closed. I ask friends and customers to await my return to have their photography done in the latest style.
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Garcia
Local Building Work and Community Notes
Local items include A J Kistetter leading carpenters to Cotulla to begin a bunga low on the Atlee farm, with the Atlees planning to move there once finished. Other notes cover Ursuline Convent interior remodeling and a new porch, St Peters churns praise for Bishop Nussbaum reception, and a Christian Church evangelistic meeting. Also listed are a Gonzalo Medina plumber ad, a baseball game at League Park, new auto tires from J A Applewhite, a weather shower forecast, and a District Court session with two civil cases on deck.
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A. J. Kistetter
Cotulla
Bettie F, Atlee
Ursuline Convent
Consumers Ice & Fuel Co
Adv
Union Evangelistic Meeting
Christian Church
Henry B. Woods
Gonzalo Medina
Convent Avenue
Jno. A. Applewhite
Laredo Board of Trade Calls Register for Rooms
Notice to rooming houses and families in Laredo asking all vacant rooms to be registered at the Laredo Board of Trade offices. With many American citizens fleeing Mexico and needing shelter, a public list will be kept to aid refugees locating temporary accommodations in Laredo.
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Mexico
Laredo
Sermon by Father Roberts at St Peter's Church
Father Roberts of Pittsburgh will preach the 9 o'clock mass at St Peter's tomorrow. He led a weeklong retreat for the sisters and is described as an eloquent priest likely to draw a full church.
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Pittsburgh
St. Peter's Church
Personal News Highlights Travel and Visits
Local society notes list Mrs. C. Biggio and children heading to Corpus Christi to visit relatives, plus numerous travelers including Walter Craig, L. P. Norwood of Packson La., and Mrs. Julius Joseph of Monterey visiting relatives. Many others arrive from San Antonio, Monterey, and Mexico for visits or departures, with interments and business trips noted.
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Biggio
Corpus Christi
L. P. Norwood
Packson, la
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A. J. Barthelow
Young chauffeur joins army after capture in Lampazos
Moseis Patino, hired by W H Hollingsworth to drive to Monterey for his father’s funeral, was stopped by Navarrete’s federals near Lampazos. The car was confiscated and Patino was offered two options. He chose service in the army as a chauffeur and then returned home, later declaring Texas is good enough for him.
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W. H. Hollingsworth
Monterey
Laredo
Mr. Hollingsworth
San Antonio
Patino
Lampazos
Navarrete
Federals
Hollingsworth
Texas
Kickapoo Worm Killer Ad Promises Quick Worm Cure
An old advertisement touts Kickapoo Worm Killer as a cure for children's worm symptoms. It claims relief from feverishness, irritability, restless behavior, and appetite issues, urging purchase from Reed's Drug Store or by mail for 25 cents. The pitch emphasizes improved digestion and growth.
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Reed's Drug Store
Kickapoo Indian Medicine Company
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