Currency Clash and Senate Tactics Dominate Congress
Congress faces a tense session as currency and banking bills collide with tariff battles. Democratic caucus signals readiness to stay through December. Glass Owen currency measures revised to satisfy insurgents. Oklahoma lynchings and drought misery widen the national focus, while President Wilson presses for calendar adherence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Senate
Federal Reserve Banks
Glass-Owen
House
Western drought devastates Middle West crops and water supply
A prolonged drought cripples Kansas Missouri and Oklahoma with no rain for weeks and extreme heat. Crops fail and many drink from tank cars while residents abandon homes or camp near dwindling water sources. Some wells and cisterns vanish as transport water lines struggle to meet basic needs.
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Walter
Gary
Tanéus
Thourit
Kansas
Texas
Ray Bort
Middle West
Missouri
Oklahoma
August 16 history brief recalls Camden defeat and key events
This date marks Cornwallis defeating American forces at Camden under Jates. It notes the Province of New Brunswick forming, Hull surrendering Detroit to Britain, Franklin’s Northern Sea discovery, the Atlantic cable first message, and a 1870 funeral in Boston for Admiral Farragut.
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Jates
Camden
S. 10
New Brunswick
Hull
Detroit
Lantic Cable
Boston
Admiral Farragut
Fort Smith Native George Wingfield Built Great Western Wealth
George Wingfield born Aug 16 1876 at Fort Smith Arkansas rose from cowpuncher and prospector in Tonopah and Goldfield to become one of the Wests wealthiest men. He started with $12 after borrowing from Senator Nixon and built a fortune surpassing 25 million dollars. He declined a Senate offer after Nixon died.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Wingfield
Fort Smith
Ark
Oregon
Nevada
Tonopah
Wingfield
Nixon
Goldfield Consolidated
Senator Nixon
Confession Praises Ardui Tonic Cardui by Mrs Reid
In Hines Alabama Mrs Eula Mae Reid declares Cardui aided her digestion and weight gain after suffering fatigue headaches and weakness. The ad touts Cardui as a woman’s tonic with fifty years of relief, urging readers to obtain a bottle via their local druggist and offering a Chattanooga Medicine Co advisory letter.
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Hines
Ala
Eula Mae Reid
Cardus
Cardui
Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment Promises Relief
Longstanding tetter relief with Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment praised by Mrs. D. L. Kenney after decades of trouble. Ad copy notes mail order availability from Reeds Drug Store, 50 cents, Pfeiffer Chemical Co., St. Louis and Philadelphia.
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D. L. Kenney
Dr. Hobson
Reeds Drug Store
Pfeiffer Chemical CO
St. Louis, Mo
Philadelphia, Pa
Western Chess Tourney Draws Central Experts in Chicago
Chicago hosts the Western Chess Club annual tournament with many leading Central states players taking part. The event spans about a week to ten days.
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Chicago
Central States
Western Chess Club
Times daily ad rates offer 50 cents monthly
Classified note promotes subscribing to The Times at 50 cents per month. It emphasizes daily watch for opportunities and ongoing subscription offer.
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Watch the Times
Train Arrived Late From Monterey This Morning
A Monterey to this city train reached at 4 am after an unclear delay. Officials cited cautious operation to prevent unforeseen issues. Passenger traffic remains heavy despite rumors from Piedras Negras headquarters aimed at discouraging travel.
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Monterey
National Lines
Econstitutionalists
Piedras Negras
Free home treatment for women’s ailments advertised
An offer promotes a free home treatment for Leucorrhoea and other female ailments. It promises a cure without a doctor, mentions a free ten day trial and a book titled WOMAN'S OWN MEDICAL ADVISER, asks for name and address, and cites Notre Dame, Indiana as the location for correspondence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Reader
Poareet
M. Summers
Box
Notre Dame
Ind
U.S.A
Palene
Black Cavalry Troop Reported Near Hidalgo Movement Unclear
A party of 56 mounted black cavalry was spotted near Webb and crossed to Hidalgo on Wednesday, then joined constitutional forces. The men appeared husky and reticent about origins or future actions, and no further details have been released.
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Fort McInroeh
Webb
Lalcedo
Port McIntosh
Hidalgo
Constitutional
Notice of Sale Seized Horse at Customs House
Notice that one seized horse for violation of United States revenue laws will be sold at the Customs House on August 23, 1913 at 1:00 p.m. All claimants must file with the collector within seven days. Laredo Texas August 16 1912 Mary C Devine Deputy Collector Adv.
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United States Revenue
Customs House
Mary C. Devine
Carranza Alive in Durango After Rumors of Death
A circulating report that Governor Venustiano Carranza was killed at Torreon or Durango is refuted by authentic sources. A telegram indicates Carranza is alive, in charge of Durango with a large garrison, while rebels retreated to Durango and the federals still hold Torreon. American protection for citizens is mentioned and funds were provided to consular staff.
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Venustiano Carranza
Torreon
Durango
Carranza
Sorreon
Minister Praises New Life Pills in Local Ad
Rev H Stubenwoll of Allison Iowa praises Dr King s New Life Pills for constipation saying they are perfect pills no home should be without them. Claims they regulate the liver and bowels. Every pill guaranteed. Price 25 cents at Reed Drug Store.
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H. Stubenwoll
Allison, Ta
Dr. King
Reed Drug Stora
Laredo Wins Bid to Host Southwest Texas Boosters Meet
A small Laredo delegation helped secure the next Southwest Texas Boosters Association convention for the city on February 22. Three thousand delegates expected during a Washington Birthday celebration, signaling strong regional cooperation and plans to attract capital and development for Southwest Texas.
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Southwest Texas Boosters’ Association
Laredo
Corpus Christ
Corpus Christi
Tex
Aredo Daily Times
Texas
M. B. Potts
Washington
Southwest Texas
Young Men's Progressive League of
Personal Notices From Webb Visitors Arrive In City
J and Wi of Webb arrived yesterday afternoon and J and Jonson returned this morning to Dolores after a short visit. W C Maness master car builder of the National Lines of Mexico arrived for a family visit. Miss Margaret Holton left Laredo for home in Austin after a stay with the Misses Murphy. Numerous other names listed, including Dr I M Austin and Mrs Austin, plus Mr and Mrs Robt McCulloch and multiple travelers visiting Sherman, Villaldama, Monterey, San Antonio, and Dallas residents.
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Webb
City
J. & Jonson
Dolores
W. C. Maness
The
National Lines of Mexico
Aguascalientes
Margaret Holton
Laredo
Murphy
Austin
Lestie Biefendorf
Paso
James H Winch
Houston Street
Biefendorf
Winch
Ross J. B. Treadwell
R. J. Marshall
San Antonio
A. BR. Jones
Galveston
H.C. Campbell
Houston
Woodllet Thomas
Darwin
Polecarpo Mireles
Lockhart
H. Lang
New Orleans
J. de la Fuente
Madison
Wik
W. P. Simpson
Villaldama
Sherman
Texas
I. M. Austin
San Luis Potosi
Mexico
City Attorney Files 34 More Tax Suits
City Attorney Winslow filed 34 additional suits for delinquent taxes this morning, bringing total suits to 118 and the aggregate debt to 13509.97 dollars. He hopes more suits will be disposed at the next court term to collect funds owed to the city.
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Winslow
Union Service at Methodist Church Sunday Night
An evangelistic Union service is held at 8:15 PM in the Methodist church with Rev. Henry B. Woods delivering the sermon "A Message from the Sea." A choir drawn from Protestant churches and directed by Miss Lines will provide music. attendees are urged to worship on the Holy Day.
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Henry B. Woods
Miss Lines
New Deputy Sheriff Qualifies In Webb County
Mr R H Adams formerly ranger and deputy to Sheriff Tobin of Bexar County yesterday qualified as a deputy sheriff of Webb County under Sheriff Sanchez and now performs the duties of his office. His past experience as a peace officer fully qualifies him for the position and he should make Webb County an efficient officer.
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R. H. Adams
Ranger
Tobin
Bexar County
Webbounty
Sanchez
Webb County
Nine Syrians Apprehended By Immigration Officers
A party of nine Syrians who crossed the river in stages and planned to move inland were apprehended by Immigration Officer M. G. Delting. They were held for hearings this morning and will likely be deported to Mexico after investigations at various border locations.
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M. G. Delting
Mexico
Mrs Reid Returns to Laredo After San Antonio Visit
Mrs. O P Reid arrived in Laredo on the noon train with Mrs. J W Brewster and Mr J W Brewster who met them in San Antonio yesterday. Though weakened, Mrs. Reid left the coach unaided and went to her home.
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O. P. Reid
J. W. Brewster
San Antonio
A Farewell Party For Miss Eben Ramsay
Miss Eben Ramsay was surprised by a party of young people at the Ramsay home last evening. They wished her well as she travels through the Southern States then to Agnes Scott College in Decatur Georgia. Guests included Maud Mussett Alice Borchers Vesta Sutton Mary Louise Cone Elizabeth Bunn Josephine Staben Winifred Polkinghorn Ellen Ramsay and others.
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Eben Ramsay
Ramsay
Miss Ramsay
Mount Airy
North Carolina
Agnes Scott College
Decatur
Maud Mussett
Alice Borchers
Vesta Sutton
Mary Louise Cone
Elizabeth Bunn
Josephine Staben
Winifred Polkinghorn
Ellen Ramsay
Messrs
Tom Austin
Guy Trout
Howard Randolph
Callee Mann
Fred Netzer
Marcus Wormser
Costly Treatment
C H Hines of Whitlow Arkansas describes long costly remedies for constipation and indigestion including visits to St Louis and New Orleans hospitals with no cure until Cham berlain's Tablets were taken. He reports gradual improvement and now is all right. Sold by all dealers.
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C. H. Hines
Whitlow
Ark
St. Louis
New Orleans
Chamberlain
Earl T. Mott Opens Week at AT THE ROYAL
One week engagement featuring Earl T. Mott the boy with the pleasing voice and baritone entertainer opens Sunday night August 17 at the Royal Theatre. Crowd anticipation runs high as the celebrated performer brings his vocal appeal to local audiences.
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Mott
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