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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1923
Page
11
Cole Petroleum Co. president R Cole reports No 3 well near Bruni Webb County is drilling through a hard gumbo layer after 3290 feet with gas and some oil. He says the slow, careful operation may soon reveal a rich oil sand justifying liner setting and completion.
Paving work continues in Laredo with Hidalgo street being paved and connected to Matamoros. Concrete and bituminous crews advance while sidewalks are narrowed to widen streets, prompting new building plans as the city shapes a modern business district.
Deputy Collector of Customs at Port of Laredo Texas announces a Ford automobile license 186148 motor 970226 seized August 14 1923 for tariff violation 593. Claimants must file within twenty days of first publication or the auto will be sold at public auction September 20 at 10 A.M. at the Custom House.
The Deputy Collector of Customs Port of Laredo Texas announces a Ford automobile License 304 N 1 Motor 3752509 seized August 14 1923 at Laredo for tariff act violation. Claim within twenty days of first publication or the car will be sold at public auction September 20 1923 at 10 A M at the Customs House.
A reader signs as BE recounting a long playful spoof about a night at a ball. He weaves a string of song titles and cultural icons from the era into a romantic comic ramble set around Margie Georgette and companions.
High blood pressure is linked to kidney trouble heart disease and stroke danger signs include dizziness headaches and shortness of breath A new tablet Bi-a-lin is advertised as a quick effective remedy prescribed by a physician and available at City Drug Co and Laredo Drug Co with a money back guarantee.
Loans up to $26 000 at 6 percent interest available on farms and ranches in Webb Zapata Jim Hogg and Duval counties. THOS H WARD, Office in Joseph Building.
Wednesday social notes show Miss Sue Brennan hosting a children's party at 6 PM for her niece Katherine Louise and nephew Williott Wiggins. Thursday the W M A circles of the Baptist Church meet at the regular afternoon hour.
A column blends inspirational verse by Margaret Sangster with local society notes. The piece leads into a parade of social arrivals and engagements, listing visits, guests, weddings, and engagements across Laredo and nearby Texans towns. Names include Mrs J S Buttron, Miss Alma Barhe, Miss Frances Wiggins, and Nell McMillan with Joe Deutz Hatley.
Two circles of the Women's Missionary Society met at Mrs. A. S. Manford's home to resume studies paused in June and July. Mrs. Terry led devotionals and the class discussed Disease and Demons and Nature's Laws, followed by fellowship with ice cream and cake. Dr. J. L. Crawford attended as a visitor.
Singers and players in affected countries adopt daily payment method due to market decline. They refuse annual contracts, insisting on finishing each day’s work with pay tied to that day’s exchange rate to protect salaries.
Visitors in London are surprised by blue plaques with white lettering on wells and readings. The city council erects them at ancient sites and notable residences, including Cheapside where Romans measured miles from London. Residences of Chance, Keots, Shakespeare, Pepsy and other historic figures are also designated.
Nathan R. Levin of the Chicago Public Library notes summer readers prefer true adventure over love stories. He suggests people seek thrills like pirates or Arctic hunts, while acknowledging love tales remain unfashionable only temporarily.
A scrap heap in Yellowstone National Park is described as a fourteen foot high hideout containing elk bones buffalo skulls deer horns and Rocky Mountain sheep skulls. Rangers continually add more game bones to the pile.
A message from President Coolidge regarding the Texas Legion convention was received by Stephen McCarthy, colonel of Arsenal Post No. 20, confirming the Texas state convention will be held in Galveston next month. The note extends best wishes to all Legion members and their families.
An incident at an old bar left Capt Washington and Lt Col Kalbe among injured officers who sought shelter from rain. Details are unclear with varying spellings and official notes pending from General Te FeunG and Cornelius Mukadden.
Fragmentary text notes governments are in the process of formation. It mentions Washington and dates, but most details are illegible. Readable items include references to associated press style attribution and possible public notices.
Associated Press report from Austin Texas states charges of peonage against Messenn laborers in Rio Grande cotton fields are unfounded. M A Dominguez deputy inspector for the state labor department investigated the claims and reported findings to Commissioner Joseph aslyers.
Paris reports the Prened government responding to the recent fruit shortage with measures to withdraw from the Rubr ex eCoptome scheme. Cabinet members are discussed, including potential shifts in ministers and the prime minister’s advisement on action.
Fragmentary text references debts and petitions with garbled names and phrases. It mentions Remains Unchained and Poochs with Ags, and a prior note about paying presagin or due to debt. Overall content is unreadable and non coherent.
Unclear OCR text outlines two girls involved in an incident with scattered phrases. Key names and details are unreadable, leaving the main event and location unresolved. The brief hints suggest a local loss or disappearance noted by the paper.
Amid wartime tensions reporters note Petroleum Company actions push retail gasoline up to a higher per gallon rate. Analysts predict further price changes as additional developments unfold today.
Aboard the Adextgider helicopter from Heimaey, Okla a midair collision killed six more as Associated Press reports a morning death toll rise to six. The accident also claimed several others with one noted as a pilot and the cadet involved.
The Union Pacific railroad track in Crobar City was inaugurated in a commemorative ceremony honoring the late President Picarding who presided at the official opening on June 27. The event was announced yesterday.
A. Blecher of Miami Florida, injured in an automobile accident on the Dixie Highway near Summerville Georgia, died today in a Rome Georgia hospital. He was a noted Florida capitalist and a director of the Texas-Dixie Highway Association.
In Sorin Germany Aug 22 AP reports Berlin hosts female pugilists in cabarets and music halls. Pupilists spar with vigor, drawing many tourists. One famous boxer bears a deformed nose from injury while another has a cauliflower ear. Women boxers are young and active, with boxing not highly developed in Germany.
A brief notice urges readers to monitor THN TIMNS daily for opportunities. It mentions a price of 0c per month and emphasizes regular checking for new deals and chances.
Laurel No. 3 of the Laurel Oil Co. on Survey No. 605 Los Orieles grant in Aviators Field yielded about 75 barrels per day from 1650 feet. Wither spoon No. 11 of the Witherspoon Oil Co. on Block No. 1 Los Yuelos grant in Miranda City Schott Wield produced about 75 barrels daily from 1645 feet.
The Times advertises a daily opportunity watch service at 60 cents per month. Subscribe to receive timely notices and chances to act on local events and opportunities.
Officials including Governor Tex and others plan speeches at upcoming meetings addressing law and order concerns. A sequence of talks is scheduled with local leaders in Nacona and Shorman to discuss public safety and community response.
Fragmented copy describes a VE Day test run with five mall planes to be launched from San Francisco and New York, aiming for a Cheyenne eastward route. Delays and weather hindered tonight’s progress as ships and rails faced storms.
Senator Siotte Brookhaurt of Iowa sent a telegram to President Coolidge insisting on an immediate extra session of Congress. He warned only swift action can avert widespread waste and danger to the country.
Averatroad Presa Joeinesville Texas reports three quarters of an inch of rain fell over Coocanny today with more precipitation expected.
Talveson Texas report notes the cruiser Galveston will arrive by Aug 28 to participate in the Texas American Legion convention held August 28 to 30. Officers of the loyal post received advices confirming the schedule and ship arrival.
Heavy rains in the Fort Worth Texas area reported by Associated Press greatly benefit pastures and cotton. Five and one half inches of rain were said to have fallen during the period ending August 22.
The Times receives the United States Weather Bureau forecast for New Teivan noting tonight and Thursday will be partly cloudy with a minor shift in sky cover and no significant precipitation expected.
Observation notes from Fort McIntosh report a high of 102 degrees and a low of 61 degrees in the past 24 hours. The wind was from the southeast with clear skies throughout the period.
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