Kansas school rules spark row over dancing and tobacco
The Kansas state superintendent Lizzie Wooster enacts rules banning tobacco use and dancing for teachers and student dances in schoolhouses, prompting criticism that the measures overstep lawful public instruction and infringe on personal liberties. The piece advocates public use of school buildings and argues pacifist and progressive views against anti dancing and anti tobacco zeal.
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Kansas
Lizzie Wooster
Miss Wooster
Clara White
Topeka
Paris
Pacifist Demonstrations Spark Debate Over War
The piece notes nationwide pacifist rallies urging no enlistment in any future conflict. It says supporters are few and mainly from antiwar, anti-entrance groups who condemn military spending and service. Discharged soldiers argue against war and resist public calls to avoid service.
Webb County Postpones 36 Mile Highway Topping Plan
Webb County commissioners consider a $200,000 plan to asphalt 36 miles from Laredo to the LaSalle county line. $100,000 would come from the county and $100,000 from the Texas Highway Commission. An election for bonds is required, but current debt and tick er work delay the project. decision pushed to 1923.
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Webb’ County
Commissioners Court
Laredo
LaSalle County
W. R. Spence
Webb County
Highway Commission
Fernet Branca Sold In Milan Laxative Tonic Claim
Notice from Milan reports fernet Branca as an antidote and tonic recommended by leading Italian scientists as a laxative and family remedy, promoted for use in warm climates. For sale by local sellers.
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Milan
Italy
Fraternal Congress Set for Montreal Convention
The National Fraternal Congress of America will meet in Montreal August 28 31 to discuss legislation rates health conservation and other issues. Notable speakers include Harry Swans John A Millener Dr Jemily Noble and Joseph S Smith with welcomes from Montreal leaders and a 96 society membership.
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Associated Press
Milwaukee
Wis
National Fraternal Congress of America
Montreal
P. Q
Harry. Swans
Des Moines
Iowa
Brotherhood of American Yeomen
John A. Millener
Columbus
Ohio
Order of United Commercial Travelers of America
Jemily Noble
Chicago
Joseph S. Smith
Publicity Bureau
The
Congress
Mottion Pictures
Near JusteRlief
Henri Roy
Mederic Martin
Alfred Lembhert
Notable Birthdays Today Across Public Figures
Our Daily Birthday Party notes notable births on this date for Hamilton Holt editor and author born in Brooklyn, Bishop Francis J. McConnell of Ohio born in Trinway, John J. Rogers congressman from Massachusetts born in Jo howell May s, Jack Pickford Canadian born film star married recently, Walter H. Garber St. Louis baseball infielder born in Columbus Ohio.
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Hamilton Holt
Brooklyn
N. Y
Francis J. McConnell
Methodist Episcopal Church
Trinway
Ohio
John J. Rogers
Congress
Massachusetts
Jowell
Mays
Jack Pickford
Toronto
Walter H. Garber
St. Louis
Columbus
Laredo Lodge Plans Called Meeting Tonight
Masonic Notice announces a called meeting of Laredo Lodge No. 547 ALF AM Tonight at 7 45 oclock Brethren will work in BA degree Visiting brothers are invited to attend under W T NEBLETT JR W M
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Laredo
ALF
A.M
W. T. Neblett, JR
Mirando Oil Gains Popularity Across Far Oil Fields
Mirando oil becomes widely used for fuel, with Goose Creek district in Houston ordering a carload from Tex-Pata Pipe Line Co. The shipment moved forward today as the oil gains acceptance beyond nearby fields.
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Tex-Pata Pipe Line Co
Goose Creek
Houston
Inauguration of Free English and Spanish Classes
Knights of Columbus hosts an inauguration at the Knights of Columbus Hall Friday evening for free English and Spanish classes. Mayor Villegas and Superintendent of Schools Christen will speak. Knights, families and friends invited.
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Knights of Columbus Hall
Villegas
Christen
Shirley Mason Wins Even Stern Director
Howard M. Mitchell praises Shirley Mason as a cooperative actress after directing her in Queenie for the Fox Lecture. Mitchell notes Mason rarely demands, only suggests, and highlights his extensive experience directing eighteen Fox photoplays.
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Shirley Mason
Howard M. Mitchell
Fox
Queenie
Royal Theatre
Miss Mason
Mr. Mitchell
William Fox
Mss Mason
Weather forecast from New Orleans bureau
The Times reports a daily forecast from the U S Weather Bureau in New Orleans. Tonight and Saturday are expected to be generally fair with clear skies and no precipitation noted in the daily outlook.
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United States Weather Bureau
New Orleans
the Telephone Co
Fort McIntosh 24 Hour Weather Summary
Observations show max 96 degrees and min 73 at Fort McIntosh for the 24 hours ending 7 am. Winds prevail from the south to east with clear skies.
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Fort McIntosh
Oil firms push drilling in Miranda and surrounding fields
The Mexican Oil Co led by Pablo Juarez prepares to spud its No 1 in the Miranda field adjoining the Killam Condren lease as work proceeds on Wormser Moon and South Plains sites. Mop Up No 1 and Porcion No 1 drillers advance toward pay zones while Magnolia No 1 braces to spud. Community-Haynes Hughes No 1 drills in Zapata County.
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Mexican Oil Co
Pablo Juarez
Miranda Field
Wormser Ranch
Laredo
Moon Ranch
Wormser
South Plains-Laredo Syndicate
South Plains Oil & Gas Co. No
Miranda City
Los Ojuelos Grant
Schottfield
Magnolia No. 1
Community-Haynes (Hughes
Haynes Villa Ranch
Zapata County
County Highway Engineer Named by Commissioners
Webb County appoints J. Foster as highway engineer to plan supervise and bid the Mirando City Laredo highway project. H. B. Zachry named assistant engineer. $150 000 bond funds available no federal state aid. Commissioners will review route next Wednesday and bids to follow on completion of plans.
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KK. J. Foster
Webb County
Mirando City
H. B. Zachry
Laredo-Miranda City
Commissioners Court
Foster
Webb ‘County
Texas Highway Commission
Webb County Valuations Rise Indicates Growth in 1921
Webb county assessments for 1921 reached a total of 14 177 923 dollars, according to county commissioners. The announcement signals growth and prosperity and serves as a key measure of the county’s status.
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Webb County
Community plans outlined by Kiwanis group meeting
The Kiwanis club discussed civil improvements including widening Convent Avenue, proposed a tourist park, and a community chest to reduce future fund drives. Other notes mention hotel dining, local businesses, a county teacher exam, Legion Park games, and various service ads.
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Kiwanislub
Neid
Convent Avenue
Explosives for Farm Work Promoted by Agriculture Dept
The United States Department of Agriculture urges farmers to use excess war explosives for land clearing. Minnesota reports 774,000 pounds distributed to 3,611 farmers, averaging 222 pounds each, potentially clearing 35,000 acres and saving over $70,000. The program cites significant savings versus other explosives.
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Associated Press
Washington
United States Department of Agriculture
Minnesota
Agricultural College
Michigan
Wisconsin
Pleasanton Team Battles Milmos In Laredo Series
Pleasanton, claiming Southwest Texas baseball supremacy, arrives in Laredo to clash in a three game series with the Milmos. Legion Park hosts the opener at 6 PM with Arguljo pitching, followed by a Sunday 10 AM game with Ohio on the mound, and a Monday 6 PM finale with Rodriguez on the hill.
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Anthony
Ugarte
Iturbide St
Mari
Jendrusch
Legion Park
Pleaganton
Milmo
Southwest Texas
Crockett
Avenue C
8Th St
San Antonio
Texas
Juarez
Teem Griesenberg
Paris
Laredo
Knights of Columbus
Griesenberg
Pleasanton
Milmos
Legion ‘Park
Arguljo
Ohio
Rodriguez
Laredo Letters Describe Flappers and Small-Town Quirks
Wry columns sketch life in Laredo with jokes about flappers and bachelors. Bits note pocketbooks, office pests, unions, and a locksmith in a police raid. Observations poke gentle fun at local manners, prices, and everyday quirks.
Three Cavaliers surrender to military authorities after border escape
A guard and two prisoners from the Fourth Cavalry who escaped by swimming the Rio Grande to Nuevo Laredo surrendered to Mexican and American authorities at the international monument last evening. The trio, who fled while the sentry was distracted, were apprehended after the incident was reported to the American consulate and deportation followed. The joint action by Mexican and American authorities signals close cooperation to curb such transgressions.
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Mexico
Fourth Cavalry
Nuevo Laredo
Rio Grande
International Monument
Cause of Appendicitis and bowel health advice
When bowels are constipated the large intestine fills with refuse that harbors germs. Those germs reach the vermiform appendix and cause inflammation known as appendicitis. Take Chamberlain's Tablets to stay regular and reduce risk.
Desperate Youth Threatens Suicide Over Rejected Suitor
A distressed young man from Laredo pleads with a young woman to accept him or he will hang himself on the front porch. His father laments the incident and warns against such actions in the community.
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Laredo
Heights
Magrant Musings on Hearts and Hard Times
A fragmentary column ponders gratitude and regret in love and money. It muses on marrying for security versus affection, the idea of ruin by friends, and whether dreams would satisfy the meek if realized. The tone hints at social commentary and wry irony.
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Algo
Famous Files Reveal Tight Vogue Moments
A fragment from a historical column hints at fashion commentary on beauty and appearance. The quotation suggests admiration for a particular outfit or style choice and notes how it enhances the wearer’s allure in a social setting.
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Miranda City Road
Fraternal Congress
Weather Forecast
Daily Digest
Catareoo
Wormser No
Moon No
Magnolia
South Plains
Porcion
Hughes
McRe
Southwest Corner
Kanaka
Carnahan Gushers
Schott
Miranda City Field
Thos. W. Delaney
Box
Rich Mountain
Ark
E. J. Foster
Laredo-Mirando City
Assistart
Plana
Peems
Hamilton Hotel
Stella
May
Alexander Bldg
Tome
Bender Hotel
Cleveland
National Motor Co
Lincoln Street
Wormser Brothers
Fidel Cantu
Stella May-Oberlender
Wichita
Coloado Springs
Colo
Alexander Building
Saft’s
F. —Will W. Gregg
Notary Public
Times Office
Corpus Christ Street
Arquijo
Tomoroon
Rodrigue
Uless
Uncle Abner
Ventura
Louise
Fort Mintosh
Famous
Files
T Daily
Laooon
London
Prine
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