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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1920

Page

3

Hungary Warns Bolshevik Threat Deepens European Turmoil

Budapest August 26. Admiral Nicholas Horthy says a Polish collapse would trigger a Europe-wide crisis as Central Europe remains unsettled by postwar treaties. He condemns Bolshevik propaganda and calls for better neighborly relations, free return for Hungarians in occupied lands, and relief from economic disruption caused by border changes.

Associated Press Budapest Europe Hungary United States Canada Vienna

Odd and Interesting Climate and Law Notes

A thunderstorm notes birch alder and cherry as least dangerous trees. Seventeen murderers wait in Chicago county jail for execution. Berlin tires would cost six thousand dollars today. New York City hosts 35 to 40 nationalities. Snow plow blades often reuse locomotive boiler sides. London courts see six to seven hundred thousand defendants yearly. Fourteen rivals vied for the Republican U S Senate nomination in Oklahoma. The common adder starves itself and dies in six to nine months.

Chicago Berlin New York City London United States Oklahoma

Global meat consumption compares Australia and America

The world averages 39 pounds per person annually, while Australians and Americans consume about 180 pounds per person. This contrast highlights vast dietary differences between regions with high meat intake and the global average.

Social calendar highlights family news and events

The Thursday schedule lists a W M Baptist Church meeting at 4 pm and a dancing party at 8 pm honoring Miss Cecil Nathery of Austin. Friday features a Service Club dance, while many social notices follow: arrivals from California, visits in the city, travels to Aransas Pass and Corpus Christi, and upcoming weddings in San Agustin.

W. M The Baptist Church Berta Gongora Cecil Nathery Austin Hortensia Susana V. Vda de Caballero John H. Williamson San Agustin Church

Community party honors Austin guests with games and dancing

Mrs Offer hosted a large reception in honor of Misses Marian and Dorothy Jackson of Austin. Guests included Marian and Dorothy Jackson, Carolyn Brennan, and many friends and families. Prizes were awarded for games among girls and boys, an ice course and cake were served, and dancing followed into the evening with numerous attendees and honorees listed.

Albert Offer Werner Offer James Ward Nellie Ward Joe Edwin Teresa Fasnacht Lionel Raymond Goodman Mabel Jean Love Newell Mildred Leyendecker Odette Bunn Kathleen Heaner Pearl Ruby Colman Anita Parker Nettie Landrum Dorothy Doris Brennan Margaret Copeland Helen Lindsay Charlie McMillan Laura Taylor Madonna Sorrell Anna May Mussett Margaret Lloyd Hortense Leyendecker Aline Baker Lois Dorothy Derby Willian Meredith Margaret Ward Rosalie Biggio Mary Elizabeth Jervis Claire Jervis Emilie Halsell Jack Halsell Horace Beverly Hall Joe Leyendecker William Bigelo George Derby Roy Mims Lott Taylor Jack Taylor Edward Wright Arthur Derby Dino DaCamara Hunter Randolph Ernest Heaner Clarence Jefferies Thomas Greenstreet Norman Sorrell Edward Leyencecker Horace Greenstreat Edward O'Sell Truman Robert Phelps Fred Rogers Jake Bunn Fred Buenz Ross Matthes Alfred Brennan Sue Brennan Mike Brennan A. Matson O. W. Mann F. 8. Lusk

Harding-Coolidge Club Organized at Redmen's Hall

An enthusiastic meeting formed the Harding-Coolidge Club with 150 members. Officers elected include President H. H. Jefferies. Vice-presidents Roy Campbell F H W Ligarde J W Durst A R Garcia. Secretary A J Norton. Treasurer Sol Rubenstein. A by-laws committee was named to report next meeting.

Harding-Coolidge Club Redmen's Hall H. H. Jefferies Roy Campbell F. H W. Ligarde J. W. Durst A. R. Garcia A. J. Norton Treaurer Sol Rubenstein F. Wormser A. R. Vidaurri Joe Moser Chas. Hughes Oscar Staben Jessa Applewhite E. de Lachica Chas. Frees John Reynolds Reid Poster J. Reynolds

Northwest Reclamation Group Planned for Four States

Seattle conference to formalize the Northwestern Reclamation Association covering Washington Oregon Idaho and Montana. The body linked to the Western States Reclamation Association aims to enlist Portland Tacoma and Seattle as major coast outlets for reclamation projects and irrigated Northwest products.

Seattle Wash Northwestern Reclamation Association Washington Oregon Idaho Montana Western States Reclamation Association Portland Tacoma Seatle

Cotton Service Bureau aims to boost Brazil’s northeastern cotton

In Rio de Janeiro on August 26 a presidential decree creates a Cotton Service Bureau to study soil and climate, set up experimental stations, and combat pests. Planters will receive machinery, implements, and fertilizers at cost, while facilities will prepare cotton for market. A representative of a major English cotton combine is visiting the northern states.

Associated Press Rio de Janeiro Brazil Cotton Service Bureau English Cotton

Davis Cup Team to Play in San Francisco in November

Members of the American Davis cup tennis team are expected to appear in matches in San Francisco around November 1 before sailing for Australia to compete for the proby. The team plans to sail from Vancouver, B. C., about November 10.

Associated Press San Francisco Australia Vanecouver B. C

The Lieut enant Governorship and Lynch Davidson

August primary urges careful choice for lieutenant governor with emphasis on Lynch Davidson as qualified for governor if vacancy occurs. Opponent lauded for suffrage stance yet opposed by Non partisan League. support for Texas unity and opposition to division cited. Davidson praised as progressive Democrat aligned with San Francisco platform amid high stakes in Texas politics.

Lynch Davidson Houston Davidson San Francisco League Minnesotta San Jacinto Texas Senate

Centenary of Iowa statesman James Harlan observed

Des Moines officials note the 100th birthday of James Harlan born in Illinois who became Iowa’s U S senator, served during the Civil War and Reconstruction, and later as Secretary of the Interior. He also led educational work, chaired Iowa Wesleyan, and died in Mount Pleasant in 1899.

Des Moines Public Service James Harlan Iowa United States Senate Illinois Harlan Iowa City College Iowa Wesleyan University Interior Johnson Senate William B. Allison Court of Commissioners of Alabama Claims Webster Sumner Santo Domingo Mount Pleasant

Today’s News in Brief From Across North America

Events mark anniversaries and gatherings across the continent. The centennial birth of James Harlan is noted, while Britain s first screw-steamer voyage is remembered. Canada hosts the Federation of University Women conference in Toronto, San Francisco hosts the US Safety Council convention, and the American Legion holds a Springfield meeting. Governor Cox speaks in Pittsburgh as Universalist leaders commemorate 150 years in Gloucester Massachusetts.

James Harlan U. S Iowa Interior Jonson Great Britain Atlantic Federation of University Women of Canada Toronto San Francisco United States Safety Council The American Legion Springfield James M. Cox Democratc Pittsburgh Universalist Church United States Canada Gloucester Mass New World

Money Makers Want Ad in Times Want Ad8

A brief item notes a money making opportunity listed in the Times Want Ad8 section. It references a promotion or job offer with details likely including potential earnings and how to apply. The readable text is concise and lacks full specifics.

Utah Sheep Sold to Japan for Island Empire Shipment

Salt Lake City aug 26 utah sheep have been purchased by m kamada commissioner of agriculture for japan for shipment to the island empire and will be delivered to japan shortly in a government order and represents a notable trade agreement between utah and japan through agricultural channels.

Associated Press Salt Lake City Utah M. Kamada Japan Island Empire

Soviet drops Polish arm condition in peace terms

In London the Soviet government agrees to withdraw its demand that Poland raise a 200000 strong workmen militia. It says peace worldwide is the paramount aim and claims the concession meets British and Italian wishes. In Warsaw Russian reserves are reported moving to the southern front with additional forces behind the northern front.

Associated Press London Balfour Poland Moscow Warsaw Haller

Soviet to drop Poland militia clause in peace terms

Paris dispatch from Moscow wireless states the Soviet government is ready to withdraw the clause calling for a militia of 200000 working men in Poland as part of the peace terms. The report highlights a shift in Soviet policy during talks on the postwar settlement.

Paris Poland Moscow

Planes Return Flight From Nome to Mineola

Three of the four United States Army airplanes that recently arrived at Nome, Alaska, began their return flight to Mineola, New York, on August 26.

Associated Press Nome Alaska United States Army Mineola New York

Body Identified as Manhattan Husband's Wife

The body found in the woods near Grant Wood, New Jersey, has been identified by Frank Schultz of Manhattan as his wife. Schultz, an Interurban Rapid Transit employee, said she had been missing since Saturday after leaving home with 50 dollars and five diamond rings. her wedding ring was not with the body.

Hy Associated Press Grant Wood N. J Frank Schultz Manhattan Schultz Interurban Rapid Transit

Zamora Bandit Leader Reported Captured by Own Men

Mexico City reports unsourced that the bandit leader Zamora has been captured by his own men who plan to surrender him to the government. American captives may have been liberated, but confirmation is lacking.

Mexico City Zamora

Merchant Marine Placements Reach 160863 in FY20

Galveston Texas Aug 26 Place ments in the United States merchant marine during the fiscal year ending June 30 1920 numbered 160863 according to Capt O J Christensen chief of the sea service bureau here Of these 657 percent were Americans New York led with 39991 Norfolk second Philadelphia third and Galveston with 3912 eleventh

Associated Press Galveston Texas United States Merchant Marine O. J. Christensen Sea Service Bureau New York Norfolk Philadelphia

City orders rat traps under Wills health plan

Corpus Christi Texas August 26 A city ordinance drafted by Dr W E Wills health officer would penalize any householder who failed to provide at least two rat traps which he must keep baited and set at all times as part of the rat extermination campaign.

Associated Press Corpus Christi Texas W. E. Wills

Texans Pass Consular Examinations in June

Thomas Dickinson of San Antonio and Jack D. Hickerson of Temple were the only Texans to pass the June consular examinations. From a large log, only two met the required grade. Dickinson works for the Department of State at consulates and agencies along the Mexican border, while Hickerson is attached to the Tampico consulate.

Thomas Dickinson San Antonio Jack D. Hickerson Temple Mr. Dickinson Department of State Mr. Hickerson Tampico

Suffrage Amendment Ratified Ceremonial Signing Reported

The Associated Press reports Secretary Colby signed the proclamation ratifying the federal suffrage amendment at 8 o'clock today. The signing occurred at Colby's home upon receipt of Governor Roberts' certificate that Tennessee had ratified the amendment.

Associated Press Washington Celby Colby Roberts Tennessee

Lanham to Speak at Houston Reunion Address

Congressman Fritz Lanbeam of Fort Worth is chosen by General Van Zandt to deliver the annual address at the 80th United Confederate Veterans reunion in Houston October 6 to 8. The feature address is expected to draw about 75,000 veterans.

Associated Press Houston Texas Fritz Lanbeam Fort Worth van Zandt The United Confederate Veterans

Cotton damage feared in Texas after wet weather

Fort Worth Texas Aug 26 following a long period of wet weather the Texas Farmers Union president Lyday said today heavy damage to cotton in South and Southeast Texas is reported there is no report yet from North and West Texas but heavier losses are feared corn ready for harvest rotting on the stalk as farmers cannot get in the fields

Fort Worth Texas Lyday Texas Farmers Union

Cox Speaks Tonight on Republican Fund Corruption Charge

Governor Cox travels toward Pittsburgh to speak this evening amid claims of a Republican corruption fund exceeding 15 million dollars. The Associated Press reports he will present what he calls ample evidence supporting the allegation.

Associated Press Cox Pittsburgh

Cubs to play free exhibition with Mari team September 2

Chicago reports the Cubs will travel to Mari on September 2 to face local professional players in a free exhibition game supporting Senator Harding's front porch campaign. This event highlights cross party enthusiasm and showcases regional talent in a public gathering.

Chicago Cubs Senator Harding Mari

Puget Sound to Gulf Highway Convention in Mason

The 1920 Texas division convention of the Puget Sound to the Gulf Highway Association meets in Mason September 2 with a two day session. State Highway No. 9 spans about 700 miles from Dalhart to Corpus Christi claiming the shortest Denver to Gulf route. A Mason county director forecasts 100 to 150 good roads advocates attending. counties along the route have approved or are considering good roads bonds this year.

Iby Associated Press San Angelo Texas Mason

Census correction adjusts El Paso population

Washington reports the 1920 El Paso population is 77,543, corrected from 3,836. A recheck shows Port Bliss military station was included, requiring a deduction of 6,293 from the total.

Associated Press Washington el Paso Port Bliss Military Station

Hunger strike risks Cork lord mayor in Brixton jail

Terence Mac Sweeney, Cork's lord mayor, showed brief brightness after a private chaplain visit, but two collapses during his fifteen day hunger strike left him too weak to speak. Last night protests outside Brixton Prison injures thirty police as crowds clashed, with the chaplain warning recovery may be too late.

Associated Press London Terence MacSweeney Cork Brixton MacSweeney

Boycott Talk Circles Pitcher Mays Case In AL

President Ban Johnson met with Cleveland manager Speaker to discuss the boycott petition against pitcher Mays of the New York Americans. Both refused comment. A Cleveland player confirmed Cleveland signers on the petition.

Associated Preangt Philadelphia Ban Johnson American League Speaker Cleveland Pitchor Mays New York Americans

No Smoking at New Mexico Democrat Convention

Hast Las Vegas August 26. Because women delegates will attend smoking will not be permitted at the state democratic convention tomorrow. The state central committee said it feared smoking might offend some women delegates. In Arizona conventions delegates have been allowed to smoke.

Associated Press Las Vegas N. M State Central Committee Arizona

GINS BUSY AS NUECES GINNERS HANDLE CROP DEMAND

Corpus Christi Aug 26 With 29 gins in operation Nueces county leads in cotton processing. Ginners report demand overwhelming this season. Cotton crop estimated at 60 000 bales with many fields yielding near half a bale per acre while some exceed one bale per acre.

Corpus Christ Tex Texas Nueces County

Sixteen Veterans Attend Eleventh Texas Cavalry Reunion

Sixteen veterans answered the roll at the 43rd annual reunion of the Eleventh Texas cavalry in Sherman Texas. Carroll Smith of Red River County, sole Ninth Texas cavalry survivor in the area, was admitted as an affiliate member. The ranks thin but the old soldiers plan to keep meetings and designate Detroit as the permanent meeting place.

Sherman Texas Eleventh Texas Cavalry Carroll Smith Red River County Ninth Texas Cavalry Detroit

Nationwide campaign to save meat loss from careless handling

Chicago health officials announce a nation wide effort to eliminate avoidable losses in livestock and boost meat supply. A national committee of railroads producers organizations stock exchanges yards and trade groups will direct the campaign. An expert report estimates careless handling last year cost millions of pounds and about 16 million dollars in losses.

Chicago Ill Institute of American Meat Packers United States

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