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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1923
Page
6
The piece laments a deadly railroad crossing accident in Laredo where several youths died along with a switchman. It urges caution at grade crossings, condemns reckless driving and beating trains, and stresses that delays to wait for a train are minor compared to the loss of life.
A New York store faced a faulty chiffon silk sale when dye strength proved excessive. The retailer recalled the goods and refunded customers, reinforcing public confidence and showing commitment to quality.
The article argues merchants must tell the truth in advertising and offer honest value. It contrasts deceptive tactics with firms that guarantee their claims, noting that accuracy builds customer trust, loyalty, and long term sales, even at a personal cost.
A Laredo man, Tet Chas Wharton of 1206 Davis Ave, reports kidney pain and burning during urination improving after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He says two boxes restored kidney function and back strength. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo, N.Y. manufactured the remedy.
The Del Rio Cowboys visit Milmo for a key baseball series as the teams meet for the sixteenth time this season. Cowboys lead nine to seven, so a sweep could flip the standings while fans pack the stands to cheer both sides.
Last night on Matamoros street in Laredo a pedestrian stepped into the path of a Packard, injuring himself lightly while the driver, Q W Killam, was not at fault for speed. Police will enforce corner safety and fines for hornless drivers. Webb County voters go to the polls next Saturday to approve a $250,000 bond for three bituminous highways out of Laredo, with state and federal aid contingent on passage.
Our law offices have been removed from the Valdes Building and are now located in Rooms 215 216 217 219 Alesander Building Laredo Texas POPE POLE POPE B 1T 6t.
The Magnolia No. 12 of Magnolia Petroleum Co. in Schotfield Webb County shows swelling production after a 45 gravity loss at 1,840 feet. It is swabbed and deep drilling planned hoping to lift output beyond about fifty barrels daily. Several wells on Pratt ranch Carolina Texas and Week 28 Los Ojuelos grant begin spudding as Laredo district drilling nears peak September activity.
A requiem mass will be celebrated for the repose of the soul of the late Robert Rumsey on Monday August 20 at 7 am at San Agustin church marking the first anniversary of his death. AM friends of the family are invited to attend.
News from Laredo reports the death of Joseph Cotulla aged 79, founder of Cotulla, Texas. A prominent cattleman and landowner, he established the town by donating land for a railroad station and served with Old Trail Drivers and Old Freighters associations. He leaves five sons and three daughters.
Mrs M T Davis widow of the well known furniture dealer M T Davis was discharged from Mercy Hospital yesterday after injuries from a highway automobile accident ten miles north of Laredo. She and Mrs Lewit suffered cuts and bruises but are on the road to recovery.
The city of Laredo Webb County sold a 200 000 street paying bond issue at par plus accrued interest to Caldwell Mosser Willaman Chicago. Bonds issued for street paying work will be printed and signed in about sixty days with expenses covered. Kodak Films advertised by Cardenas News Stand Flores Avenue.
Esperanza Oil Corporation acquires 120 acres in the Ochoa Pasture, adding to existing wells in Blocks 48 and 60. The deal, announced by C I S Wolcott & Co, increases strategic position in the Mid-Ojuelos field with new drillings planned across Blocks 55 and 60 and adjacent partitions.
Citizens warn of deadly results if Mata moros street speeders persist and urge police patrols. Voters will consider a $250000 bond to resurface three county highways from La Redo. Hidalgo street work progresses with concrete pours and grading ahead of bituminous topping. Also notes on Mexican and American sheet music at Cardenas News Stand and a 5 percent farm loan offer by THOS H WARD in Webb region.
The column chronicles society notices from Helgoland and nearby towns. It includes announcements of visitors, travel plans, and upcoming meetings while urging clubs to submit weekly reports and calendar dates to the Society Editor. The piece notes bird protection efforts around Helgoland and historical breeding migrations.
A local woman’s club gathering and a children's birthday party were reported. Mrs A W Lang entertained with a party for Jenny Lind Avitar Lang eight and Willis Cobb for six, featuring contests, prizes, and an ice course.
Charm and poise will determine the winner in a planned national beauty contest, with judges rating facial features and body parts by percentages while weighing personality most. Chicago hosts preliminary selections from across the country through newspaper contests, with working girls highlighted for inclusion.
Delegates from nearly all major nations have arrived in Copenhagen to attend the seventeenth International Anti-Alcohol Congress. Sessions begin tomorrow and run through the coming week.
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