Baby beef clubs seen to boost Texas youth farming efforts
Friday’s note promotes baby beef as a profitable market for twelve to sixteen month old cattle. It cites Texas Department of Agriculture data on rising demand, outlines forming baby beef clubs for boys and girls ages 8 to 18, and invites Webb County youths to join for prizes and education with reports to Austin. It also mentions related political debate and tariff issues in the session.
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Texas Department of Agriculture
Ed R. Kane
Fort Worth
Webb County
Austin
C. French
Southwestern
Rob Worth
Texas
Laredo
Remarkable Cure of Dysentery by Remedy Use
B W Hill of Snow Hill North Carolina suffered from dysentery for about two months, weight dropping from 145 to 125 pounds. After using two bottles of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy he found permanent relief. For sale by all dealers.
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Chamberlain
B. W. Hill
Snow Hill
N. C
Tariff Filibusters Endure as Liberal Congress Debates
After years of campaigning the Democratic party controls both houses and aims to reform tariff laws in line with its platform. President Wilson has urged legislation while committees work through many schedules. Progress stalls as regional interests press for favorable duties, Republican minority blocks action, manufacturers push to kill sections, and public interest remains indifferent amid Senate filibusters.
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Democratic Party
Baltimore
Wilson
House
Senate
This Date in History and Times Want Ads
Cornerstone of the first Methodist church in Boston laid in 1794. U S troops under Hull abandon Canada invasion in 1812. Napoleon embarks for St Helena in 1815. George Canning dies in 1827. Smithsonian founded in 1846. Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie visit England in 1857. Sir Alexander Napier McNabb dies in 1862. Senor Canovas assassinated in 1897. Tancrede Auguste elected Haiti president in 1912. Times Want Ads note money makers listed.
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George Canning
Smithsonian Institution
Washington, D. C
Napoleon III
Empress Eugenie
England
Queen Victoria
Sir Alexander Napier McNabb
Canada
Vigil Released on Bond after Neutrality Charge
Manual Garcia Vigil was freed on $2500 bond after a neutrality violation arrest by U.S. officers. Emeterio Flores also released on own recognizance. both must appear for a preliminary hearing before U.S. Commissioner Foster. A booster delegation plans a march to the Naples of the Gulf for a forthcoming convention, with many Laredo reps signing on for the trip.
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Emeterio Flores
C. Laredo Boosters
Corput
Fierros
Manual Garcia Vigil
Minera
United States District Attorney
Staver
H. Ligarde
Agustin Salinas
U.S
Foster
U. S
el Progreso
United States
Muy Gordo
Muy Gordo” and From “Romitos
Largos
Vigil
Petty
Charles 8. Fierros
Flores
Important meeting next week of Southern Texas Truck Growers
A major gathering will be held in this city starting Monday with members from all towns attending. President John W. Davis will preside as discussions focus on the onion market losses and possible drastic action. A Market Hall meeting of the Laredo Truck Growers' Association occurs tomorrow evening to present resolutions for the larger convention.
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Southern Texas Truck Growers’ Association
John W. Davis
Laredo
Webb County Valuations Rise Over 1912 Total
County Assessor B. J. Leyendecker reports Webb County valuations for this year at 7 980 413 dollars, up from 7 602 551 last year. Itemized figures include property acres, city property, livestock counts, machinery, merchandise, banks, railroads and company assets, with a note that the state tax board has not yet set the present tax rate. An unrelated worm remedy advertisement follows, promoting Kickapoo Worm Killer.
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B. J. Leyendecker
Webb County
Runaway horse causes minor damage on Market Plaza
A horse attached to a delivery wagon ran away this morning on Market Plaza striking a pillar at City Hall and tearing cement from the base. The horse was captured after a few blocks. its caretaker Cenobia Garcia operates a rental business at Market Plaza.
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Market Plaza
Hice
Lincoln Street
Cenobia Garcia
Aldape says Lind not welcome in Mexico
Secretary Bryan disclosed a message from Manuel Garcia Aldape acting foreign minister for President Huerta stating Lind would be undesirable in Mexico unless he secured recognition. Bryan kept the mission status unchanged and did not reveal the U S reply, which is expected to stress friendly U S Mexico ties and urge restraint until Lind delivers his message.
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Washington
Aug
Bryan
Manuel Garza Aldape
Huerta
John Lind
Mexico
Mr. Lind
Aldape
United States
Lightning Fires Tanks at Gulf Pipe Line
Lightning struck two Gulf Pipe Line Company tanks at Vista, Beaumont area, burning oil and causing an estimated loss of 56000 dollars. Associated Press reports the incident occurred today, August 8, amid weather-driven electrical activity.
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Gulf Pipe Line Company
Associated Press
Beaumont
Texas
Ee] Vista
American Aviator Nears Goal in Nonstop Race With Train
Washington Aug 8 After closing within 28 miles of his target aviator C vin Wood was forced to descend due to engine trouble. He chased the New York to Washington railroad train set to break American records for duration distance and speed. A heavy smoke over Baltimore caused Wood to lose the train and land at Gaithersburg Md.
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Associated Press
Washington
Cvin Wood
New York
Wood
Baltimore
Gaithersburg
Insurgents Defeated in Texas House Debates
In Austin on August 4 insurgents faced a decisive defeat as Reeves' motion to half measure with the governor failed. An insurgent amendment to abolish whipping and similar punishments was tabled. Campbell's suit offsets proposal was adopted, while others saw mixed progress on prison and education bills and tariff voting.
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Austin
Texas
Aug
Reeves
House Committee
Woods
Fisher
Campbell
Galveston
Finance Committee
Penitentiary Committee
Hudspeth
Oliver
Wheeler
Earthquake destroys two Peruvian towns leaving thousands homeless
News from Lima reports an August earthquake wrecked the towns of Carayueli and Quacka, rendering thousands homeless. Rescue efforts focus on relief and shelter as aftershocks deter additional searches. Local authorities coordinate aid across the affected districts.
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Carayueli
Quacka
Rich Land Volunteers Celebrate Century of Service
Columbia South Carolina August centennial celebrates the Rich land Volunteers one of the oldest historic military organizations in the country. The company has fought in every war since 1812 and marked its 100th anniversary today.
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Columbia
U S. C
Richland Volunteers
United States
Murder Probe Nearing Head in Dallas Case
A Dallas grand jury investigation into the Florence Brown murder was nearing a head as a man living outside Dallas was brought before jurors. The proceedings were conducted in secret amid ongoing probing.
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Associated Press
Dallas
Texas
Florence Brown
Santa Monica Auto Races Mark Big Speed Test
Predictions rise that the 400 mile speed record may fall in the Santa Monica course race set for tomorrow. The 445.258 mile event spans 453 laps of the 8.4011 mile track with entrants limited to engines up to 600 cubic inches. Prize money likely exceeds 10 000 dollars and the public may view the full race from start to finish with grandstands and ample parking.
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Santa Monica
Cal
Far Sear
California
Constast
The Best Pain Killer Bucklen Arnica Salve Ad
E E Chamberlain of Clinton Maine praises Bucklen s Arnica Salve as a universal pain remover for cuts bruises sprains burns and other skin injuries It robs other remedies of their terror and is said to be an unmatched healing remedy Only 25 cents at Reed Drug Store
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Reed’s
Kickapoo Indian Medicine Company
Bucklen
E. E. Chamberlain
Clinton, Me
Reed Drug Store
Largest shipment of cattle to New Orleans port
New Orleans reports arrangements for the largest cattle shipment ever to arrive at a port. The first ship load of 93,000 head comes from Tampico, Mexico, timed for arrival tomorrow. The move, led by Corralitos Ranch Company, involves Mexican owners including Gen Luis Terrazas and Enrique C Creel, prompted by southern republic insurrections. About 3100 stock cars will haul cattle to designated ranches.
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New Orleans
Tampico
Corralitos Ranch Company
Luis Terrazas
Enrique C. Creel
Call For Bids On ISD Laredo School Funds Depository
The Independent School District of Laredo Texas invites bids to qualify as depository of school funds for the term ending August 1914. Bids received until 11 a m August 18. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. M B Ryan president.
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Independent
Laredo
Texas
Alabama Senator Dies at Capital in 1800s style headline
Senator Joseph Johnston of Birmingham Alabama died at his residence in Washington this morning from pneumonia. His death weakens the Democratic majority on the tariff bill, but leaders say they can still pass it with a 48 to 47 vote if no progressive party members switch sides. They plan to urge calling the Alabama legislature to appoint a successor.
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Louisiana
Gar
General strike under martial law in Barcelona
Barcelona reports a general strike called by the Confederation of Labor. The government has placed the city under martial law and arrested many labor leaders.
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Barcelona
Spain
Confederation of Labor
Government to Boost Crop Loan to 106 Million
Washington Aug S8 Treasury officials said the government stands ready to raise its crop movement deposit in Western and Southern banks from 50 million to 106 million dollars if needed.
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Washington
Aug
Treasury
Virginia G O P To Name Ticket In Virginia
An important meeting of the Republican State Committee of Virginia will be held in Roanoke tomorrow. The committee will issue a call and arrange for a State convention to nominate candidates for governor and other State officers to be voted for in the fall election.
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Roanoke
Republican State Committee of Virginia
Newport Dog Show Opens at Rhode Island Kennel Club
Newport society gathered for the Rhode Island Kennel Club annual beach show. The event met the club’s high standard with a notable display of toy dogs drawing prominent Newport social figures for the summer social calendar.
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Newport
R. I
Newport Society
Rhode Island Kennel Club
Meeting of Investment Bankers in Cleveland Opens Session
The Investment Bankers Association of America governors gathered in Cleveland to begin a two day session. They aim to select officers and finalize arrangements for the annual Chicago convention in October. The note mentions the centennial of the Washington DC Typographical Union in 1915 and plans to host the ITU convention that year.
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Cleveland
The
Investment Bankers’ Association of America
Chicago
Washington, Dl. C
Costly Treatment
A Whitlow Arkansas resident recounts costly remedies for constipation and indigestion. After exhausting hospital visits in St. Louis and New Orleans with no cure, he started using Chamberlain's Tablets and gradually recovered. Sold by all dealers.
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C. H. Hines
Whitlow
Ark
St. Louis
New Orleans
Chamberlain
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