Laredo Boosters Head to Corpus Christi for Convention
A small Laredo delegation of around a hundred from the Young Men's Progressive League and Board of Trade, plus the Alarcon brass band, journeyed to Corpus Christi for a two day booster convention. Judge Hal Greer will speak, and Laredo hopes to secure the next meeting place.
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Laredo
Young Men's Progressive League
Board of Trade
Corpus Christi
Alarcon Brass Band
Corpus
Hal Greer
Tensas
Laredo Building Creates Modern Store Block
Eduardo Cruz building brickwork begins on the second floor promising a modern handsome storefront for Southwest Texas. Despite a business lull, activity continues citywide with construction and booster groups guarding against unrest as Webb County commissioners meet, issuing warrants for 350 wild animal scalps and routine court business. The First Battalion band plays a Thursday plaza concert in Nuevo Laredo.
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Eduardo Cruz
Texas
Laredo
Webb County
Plaza
Nuevo Laredo
First P Battalion
Telegram from Division of the Bravo to Huerta
A sensational telegram dated August 12 1913 from Nuevo Laredo Tam to Victoriano Huerta praises his vigor and wisdom and pledges loyalty. General Joaquin Tellez of Nuevo Laredo signs and offers readiness to enter if needed as the most advanced division.
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Fl Guardo del Bravo
Tellez
Nuevo Laredo
Huerta
Tam
Victoriano Huerta
Republic
Mexico
D. F
Bravo
Trains Running Again Amid Rebel Rumors On Mexican Line
Train service along the National Lines between Nuevo Laredo and Monterey resumes after reports of disrupted service due to rebels. Officials warn that rebel bands nearby threaten future operations and may deter regular service as concentrations near the river persist.
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Nuevo Laredo
Monterey
Columbia
Piedras Negras
Lampazos
Report of the Laredo National Bank Resources 1913
Report of the condition of the Laredo National Bank shows total assets of 1 105 418 55 with loans and discounts 551 435 34 and various securities including U S bonds 100 000 00. The bank reports liabilities totaling 1 105 418 55 with capital stock 100 000 00 surplus 50 600 09 undivided profits 58 727 64 and deposits 147 791 27. Sam W Brown sworn as cashier on August 13 1913 before J R Fasnacht notary public.
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National Bank
State of
Texas
County of
Webb
Sam W. Brown
J. R. Fasnacht
Personalities on the Move in a Texas City
W B Heaner leaves for Cotulla on business. J A Marchini of the U S Consulate at Saltilo heads there. Juan Garza Gala arrives from Monterey for several days. Many others, including Aug C Richter and P V Milmo, travel or stay at the Hamilton. Visitors from Austin, San Antonio, and Monterey mingle with locals. Supt J C Gravis returns from a pleasure trip to Monterey.
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W. B. Heaner
Cotulla
J. A. Marchini
U. SS
Saltilo
Mina Nichol
J. D. Randolph
Austin
Liles
Marjorie Randolph
Hutto
J. C. Gravis
Matamoros Division
The
National Lines
Monterey
Mexico
North
W. L. Sturnes
W. E. Cook
San
Minister's Predicament Seaside Bathing Joke In Laredo
A popular Laredo clergyman joined two boys for a rabbit hunt and a refreshing bath in a nearby tank. The owner, an angry old Mexican woman, ordered them out claiming they were bathing in her drinking water. The trio faced a tense exit as the woman called her daughter and threatened to eject the bathers.
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Laredo
Ballard's Snow Liniment Ad Best Pain Reliever
If you sit in a cool draft when heated you may get a stiff neck or lame back and seek relief. Fix your mind on Ballard's Snow Liniment, the best pain reliever available. Prices 25c, 50c and $1.00 per bottle, sold by all druggists.
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Ballard
Republicans and Progressives Face Maryland Senate Fight
Baltimore, Aug 14 The Republicans and Progressives of Maryland prepare for a mass convention to unite against the Democrats in the upcoming senatorial election. The move could shape the first direct vote for U S senators here, testing public sentiment since the Democratic national administration took office. If reunification occurs a straight Democrats versus opponents contest could become a hard fought race.
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Baltimore
Maryland
United States
Jackson
Progressive Party
Ambassador Made Presidet Angr Ambassador Resigns
Washington August 14 Henry Law Wilson ambassador to Mexico resigned effective October 14 after attacking a British Foreign Office claim that Huerta recognition followed his congratulatory speech. President Wilson, incensed, conferred with Secretary Bryan and considered swift action. A sharp reprimand was expected and resignation may be accepted immediately.
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Associated Pres
Washington
Henry Law
Wilson
Mexico
Foreign Office
Huerta
Secretar Bryan
Black victims fatally harmed by mob in Ardmore area
Aug. 14 Ardmore Oklahoma reports Sanders Franklin and Henry Ralston, Black men, were hanged by a mob while being transported for trial to Pauls Valley. Franklin allegedly struck a white man over a watermelon dispute. Ralston fatally harmed a white boy in a watermelon patch.
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Ardmore
Okla
Sanders Franklin
Henry Ralston
Paul's Valley
Franklin
Ralste
Death of Mr P Barrett in Indianapolis incident
Associated Press report from Indianapolis Aug 14 notes the death of Mr P Barrett aged about 70 after being struck by an angry pedestrian who killed his pet poodle. The tragedy follows a street altercation and arrest of the driver.
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Associated Pres
Indianapolis
Inn
P. Barrett
Angy
Death toll and injuries after mine disaster in Arizona
At Clifton Arizona a mine accident involving a mine duster and a cab line caused a cavein like collapse. Nine dead and many injured as ore cars slid 3200 feet down a slope after a line snapped. Rescue and investigation underway with officials noting likely fatalities.
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Clifton, Ariz
Coronado
Taft announces residence change from Cincinnati to New Haven
Former President Taft states he will move his residence from Cincinnati to New Haven Connecticut. The announcement was made in Cincinnati on August 14.
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Associated Pres
Cincinnati
Ohio
Forme
Taft
Cinccinnati
New Haven
Conn
President opposes Senate recess to clear tariff and currency
Washington August 14 The President told Democratic Senators he is unalterably opposed to any senate recess between passage of the tariff bill and the currency question He urged the party to push the tariff and currency measures now so anti trust and other platform legislation can be taken up at December session He also opposed Democratic trading with Republicans.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Betha Neese and Adams Killings Reported in Texas and Oklahoma
In Dallas Associated Press copy notes Miss Betha Neese aged unknown died, while Robert L Adams aged 42 was fatally shot with Mrs Adams discovered together in bed. Adams farm near here. She shot her husband in the back and the girl in the abdomen. Shot by Dr witty Sheriff. McAlester Oklahoma Aug 14 Wright of Cisco rk was fatally shot last night by Deputy Sheriff F Larsson in a pistol duel. Wright resisted arrest for burglary.
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Dewey Bowden
Conductor Bowden
Vida Bunn
T. A. Bunn
San Antelo
Jim Hughes
Cerralvo
Mexico
Hughes
Dallas
Texas
Betha Neese
Robert L. Adams
McAlester
Okl
Wright
Cisco
Depu
F. Larsson
Remarkable Cure of Dysentery Documented by Snow Hill Man
B. W. Hill of Snow HillNorth Carolina describes a two month illness from mid July with weight loss to 125 pounds. After trying doctors remedies he found relief using two bottles of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. For sale by all dealers. (Adv)
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Chamberlain
B. W. Hill
Snow Hill
N.C
Georgia State Agricultural Society Closing Session Speakers
Cuthbert Ga August 14 At the closing session of the Georgia State Agricultural Society annual convention addresses were delivered on topics including Book Farming by Dr H E Stockbridge Fulton Work in the Rural Home by Miss Mary E Creswell Clarke The Lawyer and the Farmer by Colonel George M Napier De Kalb Country Life by Hon J D Price Oconee and What Are You Going to Do About It by Hon J G McLendon Fulton
Knights Temp lars Conclave Disbands After Triennial Meeting
Denver Aug 14 The Knights Templar triennial conclave wraps up with many knights already leaving Denver. Most commanderies close headquarters and plan to disband by tomorrow morning. Those remaining take excursions to Colorado Springs Manitou Springs and nearby attractions.
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Denver Cole
Knights Templars
Colorado Springs
Garden of the Gods
Manitou Springs
Colorado Capital
Government Men Join the Rebels in Canton Fight
In Canton on August 14, government troops defected to rebel forces amid internal splits leaving officers powerless. Looting erupted as clashes continued and about twelve hundred people were involved in yesterday’s fighting.
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Canton
China
Republicans and Progressives Draft State Platform
A joint committee of Republican and Progressive leaders prepared a declaration of principles for the mass convention tomorrow. The platform emphasizes state issues and endorses most reforms of the national Progressive party, except for the recall of judicial decisions.
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National Progressive Party
Call For Bids For ISD Laredo Depository
The Independent School District of Laredo Texas invites bids to qualify as depository of school funds for the term ending August 1914. Bids due 11 am August 18. The board may reject any or all bids. M S Ryan president of the board. Ad 8 7 10.
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Independent School District
Laredo
Texas
Young Presbyterians Gather for Waterloo Convention
Waterloo Iowa August 14 delegates from all sections gather for the twenty second annual convention of the Young People's Christian Union of the United Presbyterian Church opening today with a praise service. The program includes daily sessions and devotional services ending Sunday with a service led by Rev C R Stevenson incoming chairman of the union's general committee.
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Waterloo
Young People’s Christian Union of
United Presbyterian Church
C. R. Stevenson
Young People’s Christian Union
Trouble Likely Over Governors Troubles Across States
By Associated Press Albany Aug 14 states other states may be drawn into the Sulzer Gynn governorship dispute. Both announce intent to issue requisition papers on other states, forcing commonwealths to decide which governor to obey. Swyer is ill and believed to be in a nervous collapse, revealing distress about the governor’s troubles.
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Associated Press
Albany
N. Y
New York
Sulzer
Gynn
Dirs. Swyer
Illness of Mrs Sulzer Critical in Albany News
Illness in Albany, Aug 14 reports Mrs Sulzer in critical condition. Gov Sulzer's secretary says two more specialists have been summoned from New York. A governor friend says Mrs Sulzer acted unknowingly, believing she was saving for a rainy day without her husband’s knowledge.
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Albany
N. Y
Prohibition Legislation Ends as Session Moves On
Austin on Aug 14 reports the Wortham bill to extend time to dispose of goods bearing the Texas flag dispatched as engrossed. The bonded warehouse bill became the next day’s special order after a 105 to 19 vote. The warehouse bill will use the remaining session days, ending prohibition prospects. the Senate also passed the Warren penitentiary bill and the Gates Institute for Juvenile training bill.
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Associated Press
Austin
Texas
Haus
Wortham
Montana Press Association Gathering Opens in Kalispell
Kalispell Montana hosts hundreds of newspaper men from across the state for the annual Montana Press Association meeting. The three day session features social events and lavish entertainments with business largely suspended. Visitors will enjoy excursions to Flathead Lake Glacier National Park and nearby sights.
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Kalispell
Mont
Stats
Thei
Montana Press Association
Flathead Lake
Glacier National Park
McGees Baby Elixir Ad Promotes Family Health
In every home with a baby a bottle of McGees Baby Elixir is recommended to treat sour stomach wind colic diarrhoea and summer complaint. A wholesome remedy containing no opium morphine or injurious drug, sold by all druggists at 25c and 50c per bottle.
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McGee's
Costly Treatment Ends in Simple Cure
C H Hines of Whitlow Ark faced constipation and indigestion and spent hundreds on medicines. After hospital visits in St. Louis and New Orleans, no relief came. Returning home he began using Chamberlain's Tablets and after a period he was completely well. Sold by all dealers.
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C. H. Hines
Whitlow
Ark
St. Louis
New Orleans
Chamberlain
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