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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1922
Page
4
The Laredo Times announces subscription options and rates. Daily mail postpaid to U S Mexico or Canada or carrier delivery in Laredo New Laredo Mexico One copy one month 60 days one year 85.00 The notice also states publication details and delivery regions.
A brief Associated Press credit statement appears, noting AP dispatches are for republication and that local news may also be published. It emphasizes AP ownership of exclusive use and credits for non AP material.
Monday's Dally notes an Arkansas Senator Caraway proposal to investigate charges that some senators have financial interests in tariff schedules, provoking sharp reactions. Critics warn such probes risk wiping out business and political motives, while supporters argue the issue could influence November elections. The piece also critiques religion in politics, urging that religious creed must not determine public office qualifications and praising bipartisan cooperation in fraternal groups as a model for governance.
The United States Shipping Board plans to sell idle slips to be used as house boats with prices as low as 76 dollars. The ships could be hauled ashore and converted into permanent residences, potentially creating ship colonies like old streetcar settlements. The Selznick film Reported Missing shows thousands of ships at Jamaica Bay Docks in a Rialto Theatre display.
Anita Stewart headlines the coming attraction Her Mad Bargain at the Royal Theatre for tomorrow and Wednesday. The star, known for sympathetic roles and celebrated wardrobe, portrays a socialite through dramatic scenes that showcase her beauty and grace from high society to an artist model.
In Elrado Texas on July 29 1922 the Webb County Democratic Convention met at 8 30 p m to elect credentials and delegates to state and district conventions. Officials Juste S Penn presided with Hugh Cluck as secretary. Delegates from multiple precincts were named for state congressional senatorial and representative conventions. A resolution honored Covey C Thomas for re election as District Judge and urged public service and unity while condemning racial and sectarian strife. The session adjourned with plans to meet again as called by the chairman.
Knights of Columbus pursued a doubleheader at Legion Park, defeating the American Legion 9 to 4 in game one with Silverman and Puig starring. In game two the Knights were shut out 8 to 0 by the Laredos, Salinas pitching and Puig Langadon and Silverman catching, ending a strong start with a disappointing finish.
Newly furnished lodging at 1601 Hidalgo Street, formerly the Y W CG. The rooming house offers board and social atmosphere with phone access at 906 and emphasizes its cooling comfort.
Thos. W. Delaney seeks immediate development rights on 120 acres at the southwest corner of Section 11 20, located about 34 miles northeast of Kanaka well in Schott field. Offers over riding royalty basis. states terms in first letter to Box 44.
In the Laredo district reporters note a monster gasser in the Carolina-Texas field producing 64,000,000 cubic feet per day, the largest six inch pipe flow yet. Kan-Oka No 1 yields 125 barrels per hour as investors push No 2 toward 1,200 feet, while drilling surges in Schott and Aviators fields of Webb County accompany renewed oil prospecting and strong company activity.
A compilation of brief local notices from Laredo includes shipments through the port from Mexico, vehicle and consumer ads, music lessons, florists, plumbing, a battery dealer, beauty shoppe, electrical contractors, a joke about summer heat, auto painting, a medical examiner’s report of a missing girl, notary services, and a weekly millinery sale with price cuts and freebies.
A large Webb county Republican convention met Saturday at Bell Vista Park with A G Hamilton presiding. J R Lobdell was elected chairman of the Webb county Republican Executive Committee. Delegates to conventions were chosen, precinct chairmen for two years named, and three resolutions approved endorsing Harding, Yardy H Jefferies for sheriff, and civil service poll tax voting to ensure civic participation.
Notice calls partial redemption of all 4% Victory notes with letters A to F prefixed to serials issued 1922 23. Interest ceases on December 15 1929. notes with letters S H I J K L remain due May 20 1923. Details in Treasury Circular No 299. A W Mellon Secretary of the Treasury. 726-4.
Jone Guerra ends ties with Raul Casao y Cla and the firm will continue as Casao Co with Raul Caso Guerra and Matias Guerra. Jose Guerra withdraws with full settlement, not liable for future assets or liabilities. Witnessed and dated July 29, 1922.
In the Southern District of Texas at Laredo, Joseph Netzer, bankrupt, whose estate is under trustee Rambby. Sale announced by order of Honorable John C. Scott on July 22, 1922. On August 8, 1922, 10 AM to 4 PM, at Lincoln Street, Laredo, highest bidder to acquire all merchandise of the bankrupt estate. Sale to continue daily until all property sold. Dated July 24, 1922.
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