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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1913
Page
5
The Daily notes a new patrol method using Excelsior motorcycles for army scouts at Fort McIntosh. Two bikes are assigned to riders as they train, with more expected to join later to form a motorcycle patrol alongside the riverfront cavalry. This move aims to enhance rapid reconnaissance and coverage of the frontier territory.
The ladies of St. Peter's parish planned a lawn reception for Bishop Nussbaum the new head of the diocese to be held next Friday evening from 8 to 10 o'clock. The event aims to be a warm meet and greet with both Catholics and non Catholics invited. A band will provide music and committees were formed to organize the grand reception on church grounds.
A concise list of historical events tied to July 29 across centuries. Includes the dispersal of the Spanish Armada in 1588, first Sulpicians in Canada in 1687, Crown Point abandonment in 1769, Guatemala earthquake in 1778, Indiana Territory assembly in 1805, Lamy named bishop in 1853, Danish constitution in 1854, composer Schumann’s death in 1856, Imperial Federation formation in 1884, King Humbert I assassination in 1900, and death of William D Washburn in 1912.
Mr and Mrs Joe Netzer welcome their firstborn daughter as the household gains a pretty baby girl. The proud papa smiles broadly while the family celebrates the new arrival and hopes she grows to become a jewel of their golden years.
Love of San Antonio arrived in the city this morning. Schmidt of Graham La Perr Co. is in the city. Judge Thomas of Cotulla arrived yesterday and stayed at the Hamilton. Mrs Kane of Monterey, Bridges Hotel proprietor, began travel toward San Antonio. Mr. and Mrs. de la Garza from their river farm visit relatives. Pereira family from Dilley departed after visiting. Hodges family, after trips to Jacksonville and East Texas, returned to Laredo. Mrs Mullen left for Robstown after visiting her parents. P. Cohn, formerly with EK Morris & Co., arrived from Monterey and left for San Antonio tonight. Rodriguez of Encinal, with daughters Adelena and Refugio, visited ends. H. C. Stevens and son left for San Antonio after visiting here with Stevens meeting them in Mexico. Stevens then returned to Monterey. A. Blake among Mexico to San Antonio travelers. Magnon and son Oscar arrived from Monterey for a brief visit. Lazaro de la Garza VI, grandson of the late General Lazaro de la Garza, arrived from Monterey to visit aunt Mrs Hl. J. Hamilton until college opens. Mrs Deutz and daughter Julia Bell headed to Glenwood Springs Colorado for summer. Marguerite Dickson joins later. Dickson to California afterward. Hamilton list includes DeCamp of New York, C. C. Thomas Cotulla, F Goodman San Antonio, W M Rice Galveston, Love San Antonio, H H Finch Austin, Fred A Burris, Vines Tucker, E L Klewer San Antonio, J A Graham Mexico, E G Lastinger Monterey, Louis Bauman St Louis, J I Seebacher New York.
M Goforth a Coal Hoist engineer was killed by Henry Matthews near Street's livery stable in a suspected scuffle over the insult scab. Matthews jailed as murder suspect. inquest and trial scheduled. Goforth leaves a wife and four daughters. Also a doll wedding marks Josephine Daiches fourth birthday with a playful ceremony and reception at her parents home.
A French mayor, following regulations, issued a passport for a wealthy, vain lady with a slight facial flaw. He attempted to conceal the defect but finally noted in the description that one eye was missing, highlighting the balance between politeness and honesty in official notes.
Paris specialists in Chicago News claim progress in medicine. They note the timeline since Hippocrates and express cautious optimism that a cure for whooping cough may be near.
Mansfield Ohio newspaper commentary questions if political moves by Mr Wilson to appoint Secretary of State Bryan and create Editor Metcalf as civil governor of the Panama Canal Zone aim to undermine Mr Bryan and his Commoner publication.
Report from the St. Louis Republic notes mounting tensions as Mount McKinley is sealed, with explorers continuing to harass or pursue Doe Cook. The piece frames ongoing persecution and public dispute surrounding the landmark and its discoverers.
The Charleston News and Courier quotes a columnist debating why the colonel should go to Argentina when Mexico is seen as the suitable destination. The remark questions travel assignment logic and hints at differing regional perspectives on military postings.
Washington awaits outcome of plans by leading Mexicans for peace before policy toward Mexico. Mediators who helped Diaz abdicate seek Huerta resignation. A joint congressional inquiry into Mexican conditions was proposed by Rep Stevens with ten lawmakers to review diplomatic correspondence. Senator Sheppard urged formal recognition of belligerents in Mexico by the United States.
Cincinnati voters face a pivotal charter election with a high stake for municipal reform. Tomorrow's ballot includes approval of a new city charter and the selection of fifteen men to draft the charter if adopted.
Washington July 29 Major figures denounce Mulhall as a blackmailer while he proposes a probe into his lobbying for the National Association of Manufacturers. Underwood rejects Mulhall’s claims of influence over labor committee appointments and denies any prior contact. Mulhall testifies that he offered to submit letters to McDermott, Gompers, and Wilson, but they declined the proposal.
Washington July 9 Associated Press Charles F Marvine named to lead the Weather Bureau succeeding Willis L Moore He currently heads the instrument division and joined the signal service in 1884 from Ohio The nomination to the Senate is expected soon The move aims to increase emphasis on weather reports for agriculture
Dallas detectives, after twenty four hours of work, consider robbery or revenge as possibilities in the brutal murder of Florence T. Brown, a young stenographer and church choir singer. They also ponder that an insane person may be responsible, noting the savage wounds and lack of clues or a known enemy.
President Wilson named two nominees for the Senate approval. Alexander Stuart Walker is nominated for Collector of Internal Revenue for the Third District of Texas and Charles F. Marvine, chief of the Weather Bureau, is named as the second choice. The nominations were announced today in Washington.
Berlin reports that the government shields details of a court martial convened to try Prussian War Office officials accused of bribe acceptance from Krupp and alleged treason, stemming from Liebknecht's sensational Reichstag speech last spring.
Edmonton July 29 The political campaign in the Athabasca constituency ended today for the election to be held tomorrow. Mayor James Wood stands as Conservative candidate against A G Mackay Liberal standard bearer. Mackay formerly led Ontario Liberal party. Both sides conducted a vigorous push and the result is awaited with keen interest.
In Austin on July 29 Associated Press reports two new blue sky bills offered in the house by Ratliff and Ridgell. The senate rejected Wiler's amendment on direct election of senators, voting 14 to 10 against allowing candidates $10,000 in campaign expenses versus $5,000.
Bozeman Mont July 29 a number of officers and other members prominent in the Christian Endeavor organization stopped here on their way home from the Los Angeles convention to address the Montana and Northern Wyoming branch convention. The gathering opened today and will continued through much of the week with William Shaw of Boston leading the speaker list as general secretary of the national organization.
General Rubio Navarrete and his entire force are due to arrive in Nuevo Laredo this afternoon to form part of the new garrison at the Third Military Zone headquarters.
A gray burro picked up for violating the stray animal ordinance is kept in the city pound and will be sold at public auction in front of City Hall at 10 o clock Thursday morning July 31 1913 unless the owner pays all costs accrued beforehand. City Marshal M Brennan Laredo Texas July 28 1913. 7-28-31.
A Detroit Free Press editorial quips that women in Minnesota politics cannot do worse than the men, implying a need for broader reform and accountability in state leadership.
W D Magli a well known merchant of Whitemound Wis bought a stock of Chamberlains medicine to supply customers After receiving them he was himself taken sick and says that one small bottle of Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was worth more to him than the cost of his entire stock of these medicines For sale by all dealers Adv
Gems valued at 75000 dollars including a 60000 dollar pearl necklace were taken from the home of C. C. Rumsey at Narragansett Pier within the past twenty four hours ending Sunday night. Mrs Rumsey is daughter of the late E. Harriman. the necklace was her mother's gift. The theft was reported today.
Representatives of South Carolina business interests met in Columbia to plan an organized campaign. They will tour western Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana and Illinois with a boosters train to advertise the state's agricultural and commercial prospects and attract settlers and capital.
Insurance commissioners from a majority of states gather in Burlington Virginia Island on July 29 for the forty fourth annual convention. The four day program covers state rate regulation education workmen’s compensation and agency issues with speakers including Joseph Button J L Bleakley J A O Prene J T Winship R J Merrill and William Keating.
A Washington Post item notes that an Aldrich currency bill by any other name might appeal to the present administration, suggesting naming or labeling changes could influence policy reception.
Ex-President Taft tells a small group that voters should listen to experience and vote. The Boston Transcript notes his comment reflects his view on civic duty and political participation.
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