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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1923
Page
6
A historic bandit outbreak in China tied to a passenger train attack and foreign captives prompts fifteen governments plus Britain to demand indemnity and government accountability. The piece debates foreign intervention risk, sovereignty, and the fragile Chinese response amid internal rebellion.
The Royal memorial service for President Carding drew a crowded hall as speakers stressed shared humanity over politics. Catholics Protestants Jews Gentiles Americans and immigrants alike joined in tribute showing cohesion across diverse communities and prompting thoughts on unity in public affairs.
Readers recall the death of Warren Vardine and praise Laredo’s unity and welcome. Officials and residents from both sides of the border join in mourning, emphasizing fraternity over division and predicting a hopeful future for the city.
Local Ports show strong interest in Fort McIntosh open air pavilion event next Tuesday night headlined by a ten round bout between Jack Fowler and Phil Cox at 124 pounds. Also a six round Palmer vs Hanson main support and two four round preliminaries. Palmer, veteran of Texas rings, aims to repeat past success against Swede Hanson as fans expect lively exchanges in a crowded program.
Laredo observes a day of mourning for Warren G. Harding with wide closures, bells tolling, and a Royal Opera House service attended by military and civil authorities from Nuevo Laredo. Dignitaries including Colonel Hitkok and Mexican Consul Vasquez deliver tributes to the late president.
Oil news from Bruni Webb County reports Cole No 3 at 3290 feet in hard rock, near a producing depth. Cole No 8 has overcome prior accidents and water issues, with target to land by next Wednesday. A big new producer would spark a district drilling surge. Also a film feature at Royal Theatre discusses Elinor Glyn novel themes.
Laredo closes businesses for President Harding funeral and attends memorials at the Royal Opera House. Local ads list Dr Thomas N Dyson, dancing school, furniture rental, florists, a public stenographer, and electric light services. Weber county notices mention bond votes, tax actions, and local merchants offering services and products.
One third of Swedes, mainly workers, join the Co operative Association. The central body supports 900 consumer leagues serving about 2 million people, with last year’s turnover over 53.9 million dollars. The association runs a margarine factory, flour mill, stores, and a savings bank, posting a 243000 dollar surplus and a 717000 dollar rise in deposits. It operates two summer schools 137 lecture courses and correspondence study. Almanac edition ne arly 200000 copies.
The seventeenth International Anti Alcohol Congress will assemble in Copenhagen in August. The Danish Interior Minister will serve as honorary president with five Danish Riksdag members and a Polkthing speaker as honorary vice presidents. Delegates from nearly every country are expected. Events include a welcome gathering at Odd Fellows Palace and sessions at the Students' Club with speeches by foreign officials. An exhibition on literature and education about alcohol will accompany the congress.
Six hundred mules aged three to six years are for sale in Cotulla Texas. Buyers may purchase a single mule or as many as desired. Listing by Roy Jackson and Son with contact phone 1290, dated July 16.
DW Conyers former sales manager of Walter Shall Auto Co of Corpus Clareti has accepted a post with Salinas Motor Co Tacal wyonet Dirant and Star cars in Laredo Min He will lead the alloy department and leverage his auto experience to secure loans He emphasizes facing prospects and providing service on all fronts.
The San Antonio All-Stars arrived this morning to play three games with the Milmos at Levion Park starting at 4 PM today. The Milmos seek a third straight victory as crowds gather for the afternoon and the two games tomorrow.
When bowels are constipated the large intestine becomes packed with refuse matter containing germs. These germs enter the appendix and cause inflammation known as appendicitis. Take Chamberlain's Tablets when needed and keep bowels regular to reduce risk.
An eloquent oration by Attorney John A Walls closed a memorial program in Laredo. The Times offers a stenographic copy of the address by Court Reporter Seth S Wilcox for Monday's issue. The ceremony included singing Lead Kindly Light Star Spangled Banner and a prayer by Rev Father Fritz, with a spotlight on the portrait as taps sounded.
The Kiwanis Club met at the Hamilton Hotel at 12 15 with songs and memorial remarks for Warren G Harding. Speakers Sam Brown Henry Zachry and O W Killam spoke on the late president and service, followed by prayers and a memorial program.
Chicago Aug 11 The Hull House area long led by Jane Addams faces change as new residents arrive. Negroes increasingly populate South Halstead Street alongside established Italians Greeks and Jews with a small gypsy colony. Hull House and Chicago Urban League observers note movement toward less crowded quarters.
Miss Minerva O Sell hosts breakfast at 9 30 am for guest Miss Katherine Pittman of San Antonio. Christian Endeavor Society at Presbyterian Church gathers 6 45 pm Sunday. Senior B Y P U to meet 6 30 pm at the Capital Church. Christian Endeavor Society at Christian Church to meet 6 46 pm Sunday.
On August 11 the newspaper notes birth anniversaries of Sir Edward Kemp former Dominion cabinet officer and senator born in Clarenceville Quebec aged 65. Ifford Pinchot governor of Pennsylvania born in Simsbury Connecticut aged 58. Earl Brewer former governor of Mississippi born in Carroll County Mississippi aged 53. Hale Holden prominent railway executive born in Kansas City aged 54. Joseph Weber veteran comedian and theatrical producer born in New York City aged 56.
Notices urge clubs to file weekly society reports with the Society Editor and phone meeting dates to keep the daily calendar accurate. Poetic excerpt evokes waters and winds. Local society and travel notices list several residents arriving or visiting from Mirando City Corpus Christi Monterrey and San Antonio. Factory stats note U S output shares for gum buttons mirrors instruments pens and pipes.
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