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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1913
Page
12
A discussion of how wireless telephones transform journalism from on the road reporting to office dispatches. It contrasts early pencil copy, multiple trips, and manual typesetting with telephoning news in, rapid typing, and releases from distant sources. The piece notes the speed and efficiency of reporters, writers, and editors enabled by modern devices.
For months secret service men have operated in Laredo and other cities, detaining violators of federal neutrality laws. Local residents mostly ignore them, but a class of critics petitions Washington to remove the agents. The piece argues criminals pose as respectable citizens to evade police while the government backs the agents to enforce law.
The article reflects on secret service roles in maintaining order amid Mexican politics. It notes Confederate claims of safety, quotes Jesus Carranza on President Wilson, and questions smuggling's impact on arms flows. Governor Colquitt contemplates sending soldiers to protect American women, while probes into the armor plate trust loom.
The bulletin lists Mass times for St. Augustine Pro-cathedral with a first mass, second mass at 8 4a m and third mass at 10 a om, Vespers and benediction at 7 30 pom. St Peter's offers Sunday services at 7 and 9 am with benediction after the second mass. Guadalupe church presents Mass and sermon at a om, Hosary and Benediction at 4:00 pm. Church of Divine Redeemer holds Mass and sermon at 7 m, Rosary and Benediction at 7:30 pm. Christ Episcopal Church led by Rev. Chas. W. Cook has Sunday School at 9:30 am and no services. Rapist Church shows 16:45 Morning worship with a sermon on The Place of Prayer in Prevails, 8:15 pm. Union evangelistic meeting at the Presbyterian church with Rev. B. W. Allen. First Methodist Church at 1613 Hidalgo Street lists 9:45 am Sunday School, 11:60 Sermon by the Pastor, and an evening service dismissed for the Union Service at the Presbyterian Church. Wednesday prayer meeting at 8:15 pm. W. Allen, Pastor, Phone 318.
The Villegas amateur club, from this city under Reyes Ortiz, disbanded after 14 games with 2 wins and 12 losses. A solid pitching staff led by Carlos $8, Valdez, Matt Capra, Samuel Arnold and Henry Bagnoli carried the season, with most victories against local clubs aside from two wins over the San Diego team.
L. W. Kinsley announces reopening of the Ross Hotel on September first after leasing, promising a first‑class hotel catering to local and transient trade with the market’s best offerings. Advertisement dated 8-28-31.
Advertisement notes Jackson Square white label coffee as New Orleans delicacy, claiming it is the best. Dated 8-26 with the label Adv. and text fragment only.
An appeal from Mrs. M. Summers offers a free home treatment for rheumatism and related pains. She claims the remedy removes uric acid from blood, loosens joints, purifies blood, and improves tone and eyes, with testimonials of cures. Readers are invited to write for proof at Notre Dame Box and address.
A collage of editorials across Texas papers discusses political battles over tariff and slavery issues, hub city status in East Texas, and a proposed congressional redistricting fight. It notes Claude Hudspeth and Garner as contenders, with commentary on Drew Caminetti, James Hays Quarles, and a centenarian Indiana voter casting a Jackson era ballot.
Mothers urged to treat children for worms with Kickapoo Worm Killer. Ad claims it kills worms, improves appetite, and regulates stomach liver and bowels. Sold by Reed's Drug Store or by mail for 25 cents, from Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. Philadelphia and St. Louis.
An Adv urges readers to choose Jackson Square for maximum value and reject substitutes, asserting the fee stretches further at this location. The notice emphasizes economy and consistency in service offerings.
Col. Albn Heywood, president of the recently organized Progressive League of South Texas, urges a Corpus Christi directors meeting on Wednesday, September to finance next year’s work. Board members include Joe Hirsch, Jesse Chase, C. Hf Stowers, L. R. Ross, and H. W. Garrett. Heywood outlines focus areas from harmony and truth telling to promoting poultry, dairy, forage, silos, and better marketing of perishables with government aid. He stresses cooperation to fix distribution and marketing, noting regional produce and prices. An aside notes Jackson Square White Label coffee won blue at the 1912 Texas state fair. (Adv.)
The September term of the district court for Dimmitt County will convene at Carrizo Springs on Monday for a three week session. District Judge Mullally and District Attorney Walls depart tomorrow for Carrizo Springs, while Stenographer Wilcox travels from Georgetown where his family has been visiting. Court officials report a full docket at Carrizo Springs for disposition.
A. F. Bridgman announces the opening of a first class cleaning pressing repairing and hat works business on September 1 in the Ross Hotel building. He guarantees satisfaction and invites trials from customers.
Mrs Sarah M Chapell of Mt Airy North Carolina reports severe years long suffering from womanly and stomach troubles. after six bottles of Cardui she nearly recovered and urges other women to try the tonic. advertisement claims Cardui helped a million women in the past fifty years and directs readers to contact Chattanooga Medicine Co Ladies Advisory Dept for Home Treatment for Women.
The Times reports protests lodged with the U S Department of Justice alleging discrimination by officials stationed at Laredo acting with Mexican officials against constitutional sympathizers. Signs point to officials enforcing neutrality laws, with protests unsupported by proof. Local Laredo leaders deny any misconduct and communications to Washington indicate the officials are serving faithfully.
A trusted source says Colonel Villareal, former Nuevo Laredo commander, will return within days with his 20th Regiment of Volunteers to assume permanent command there. Volunteer companies in Nuevo Laredo will be concentrated. Reports mention troop movements toward a rebel stronghold and a possible battle near Matamoros as federal forces target General Blanco's headquarters.
Last night at her home Miss Josephine Staben hosted a farewell party for Miss Alice Borchers of the Laredo High School Class of 1912 who departs tomorrow for distant study. The evening featured a Bunco game with innovations on a San Antonio tour and a return journey requiring forfeits, followed by ice cream and cake. Attendees included Misses Alice Borchers Ella Devine Winifred Polkinhorn Belle Lang Grace Lang Mary Louise Cone Olive Landrum Christine Hill Mary Correau Madge Barlow and Messrs. Tom Austin George Scratchley Reuben Cotulla Guy Trout Howell Burnett Edward Reiser Cullee Mann.
Battery A of the First Field Artillery may stage an exhibition drill here while stationed locally. Captain Farrar says daily drills occur without field pieces but an exhibition drill could be arranged later. Modern guns have improved maneuvers making the artillery display more systematic and accessible to observers.
Local items note National Lines trains greeting Nuevo Laredo on time, with Monterey passenger services arriving and departures punctual. Various ads mention Labor Day office closures, tire sales, and services from Bun z Sen and Applewhite, plus upcoming events at Dreamland and Luna Park and a union evangelistic meeting led by H. H. Friar.
We thank our many kind friends for their assistance during our sorrow from the death of our daughter and sister. Your consoling words and floral tributes deeply impressed us and will linger in our hearts. Mrs. R. Salazar and Daughters.
A. A. Bunn announces he holds the selling agency for the Texas Southland Improv Company property in Laredo Texas and leases on the city blocks will not be renewed but lessees will have purchasing preference if they apply promptly. Adg. 8 30 61.
An advertisement urges readers to try the leading coffee brand spread across the South. The note references an 8-26-TF promotion and invites customers to sample the product.
Peter A. Steffian departs after a short visit to relatives, Immigration Officer G. C. Raymond arrives from Darwin, Mrs. R. L. Poster and children return from Corpus Christi, J. F. Woodyard Jr. leaves for Monterey, Miss M. Sallee returns from a business trip north and east, Judge Mullally and DA Walls head to Carrizo Springs for court, A. G. Hortenstein of American Smelting Co. leaves for Monterey, E. J. Wiggins leaves for St. Louis on a two week trip, Dr. Alice Steffian returns to Boston to resume medical practice, W. B. A. Dingwall to return to Matehuala, Mrs. H. M. Rosenbaum and Anita head to Houston then Dallas, various names listed as residents visiting or traveling including Woodward, Lee, Rice, Ragland, Isgrig, Anwerson, Swarts, de Rus, Bennet, Gordon, and Gordon spouses.
Chicago institutes new ordinances aimed at reducing street noise and banning cabaret shows. The anti noise law targets street musicians, beggars, and peddlers, while the anti cabaret measure bars restaurant dance halls. A $10,000 telephone complaint service bureau will address grievances promptly.
Hugh Jennings tests minor league rookies to bolster Detroit. Quincey leads the Threes league pennant chase as Boston slides in the American standings. Denison caps the Tex Oklahoma league race, while Cincinnati’s Reds dominate eastern clubs. St Louis Browns and Cardinals show similar form. Manager Birmingham of Cleveland returns as pinch hitter after a broken leg. Kane
E E Chamberlain of Clinton Maine praises Bucklen s Amnica Salve for quick pain relief on cuts bruises sprains burns and other skin injuries claiming it robs other remedies of their terror. It is sold for 25 cents at Reed Drug Store.
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