War blame and punishment across Europe discussed
The article argues Kaiser Wilhelm II bears primary responsibility for World War I and urges swift punishment by a military or socialist court, while noting German internal complicity and public sentiment shaping demands for accountability. It also reflects on postwar blame dynamics among Germans and allies in a tone consistent with a sharp editorial stance.
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Karl Liebecht
Bertin
William Hohenzollern
Marne
Germany
Wiliam
England
France
Belgium
Kalsuer
William
Socialista
November Anniversary Highlights and Historic Events
Today presents a scattered list of anniversaries and historical notes. Entries include 1843 Vanderbilt born in New Dorp and 184'-General Custer’s defeat of the Indians on the Wichita. Also cited are Irish demonstrations at Limerick in 1294 and a 1914 Tennessee Incident closure.
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Cabula
Cornelius Vanderbilt
New Dorp
New York City
General Custer
Battleford
Limerick
Ireland
Deprtlea
Canada
Bryan
Tennessee
Albania
England
The Paving Problem in Laredo
The people of Laredo, including visitors, soon embraced paving as essential. City plans for a bond election to fund sewerage and paving were halted by wartime budget limits, but now residents deem street paving absolutely necessary and urgent.
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Laredo
America
Lone Star State Fighters Crush German Front
By Wilbur Forrest Texans fight with Alamo spirit in France as part of America’s Thirtieth and Second Divisions. From October 2 to 12 they breach enemy lines near Sommepy and St Etienne, clear machine gun nests, secure villages, and advance along the Aisne, gaining about thirteen miles in four days. The piece celebrates the Texans’ hand to hand combat and rapid success against German positions.
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Champagne
Texas
Alamo
France
America
Tesens
Goafraud
Rheims
Sommepy
Blanc Mont
Medesh Farm
St. Filenne-Arnes
St. Etienne
Santa Ana
Stratete
River Alene
Aisne
Uncle Sam
Doans Kidney Pills Endorsement From Laredo Resident
A Laredo citizen testifies to lasting kidney relief from Doan's Kidney Pills bought at Homer's Drug Store. Over three years later he repeats the recommendation, noting continued effectiveness and satisfaction with the product. The advertisement lists a 60 cent price and cites Foester Milburg Co. as manufacturers in Buffalo New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
R E. Sadler
Doan
Sadler
Foester-Milburg Co. Mfzgrs
Buffalo
N. Y
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Promoted as Liver Bowel Remedy
An old advertisement touts Dr F M Edwards Olive Tablets as a long time remedy for liver and bowel troubles. It claims the vegetable mix with olive oil cleanses waste and poisons, improves appearance and energy, and is a safe calomel substitute sold for 25 cents to druggists.
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F. M. Edwards
Dr. Edwards
Idc
Deputy Game Warden Vows Persistent Action in Laredo
C R Huddleston, chief deputy game warden, arrived to curb game violations in Laredo. He reports ten arrests for headlight deer hunting, pled guilty in seven cases with heavy fines, and plans to stay through the season with aid from Captain W M Ryan, Sergeant Franklin, and Ranger Keene to continue enforcing the laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. R. Huddleston
Laredo
Huddieston
Waddleston
W. M. Ryan
Franklin
Keene
State Rangers
Victor Emmanuel Orlando Named Italy's Premier Since 1817
November 27 report notes Victor Emmanuel Orlando, to represent Italy at the peace conference, has held the premiership since October 1817. A Palermo native and University of Palermo graduate, he became professor of jurisprudence in Modena in 1886, returned to Palermo, and later entered public life. He wrote a major constitutional law treatise and served as Minister of Public Instruction in 1903, Justice in 1909, and again Justice in 1914.
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Victor Emmanuel Orlando
Italy
Ireer
Palermo
University of Modena
Messina
Signertri
Chamber of Deputies
Giolitti
Salandra
Train Schedule Between Rio Grande and Minera Laredo
Train No 1 runs from Laredo to Minera daily except Sunday arriving at Minera at midnight. Train No 2 leaves Minera daily except Sunday at 1 9 pm arriving back at Laredo at 2 10 pm.
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Internaional
Great Northern
St Toute
Laredo
Minera
Frontier Traffic Privilege Expanded for Mexican Border Trade
War Trade Board extends Frontier Recall Traffic to include more commodities for near border residents. New limits apply to foods and nonfoods with daily and weekly quantities set per person and per family. Merchants must issue clearly described sales slips and include family demographics to ensure compliance.
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United States
War Trade Board
Express Officials Back Council Of Defense For Early Christmas Shipments
Vice-President D. B. Eliot of the American Railway Express Company leads a nationwide push by 125000 express employees to start Christmas express shipments by December 5 to avoid congestion, prioritizing war supplies and perishables. Emphasizes strict packing, clear marking, and refusal of inadequately packed packages.
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D. 8. Eliot
American Railway Express Company
Express
United States
Council of Defense
Elliot
Council of National Defense
Senor resumes war savings stamps drive in Laredo
Mr. Senor, rep from the treasury department, returned to Laredo to resume work for the War Savings Stamps drive in Webb county. Booths at Richters, Hamilton and Bender hotels and the post office sell stamps, run by city ladies. A central war savings bank will be built on Jarvis Plaza next week with material donated by local business men.
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F R. Senor
Treasury Department
Laredo
Webb County
Richter’s
Hamilton Hotel
Bender Hotel
Post Office
War Savings
Commodities Removed From Conservation List by War Trade Board
The War Trade Board announces removal of hundreds of commodities from the export conservation list effective today November 27. The list is being revised and until published may be viewed on file at the War Trade Board office in the Federal Building. FE C Williams local representative says consuls in Mexico may issue export visas not obligatory except for sugar and flour already allotted for distribution. Thanksgiving services at Christ Church tomorrow at 18 o clock with Holy Communion and sermon. Rector asks parishioners to attend and bring a thank offering.
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War Trade Board
Federal
FE. C. Williams
Mexico
Christ Church
For a Weak Stomach
For a weak stomach the advice is to adopt a diet suited to age and occupation and keep bowels regular. When you feel overeaten or constipated, take one of Chamberlains Tablets.
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Chamberlain
Trade Board outlines new traffic rules for sales slips
Special agents of the War Trade Board and collectors’ officials will supply Chambers of Commerce and local trade bodies with full information about the new traffic arrangement and standardized procedures for sales slips and related details. The aim is to inform merchants on how to implement the changes effectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ean
Chambers of Commerce
War Trade Board
Watch The Times Everyday for Opportunities
The Times advertises a subscription offer claiming access to daily opportunities for 80 per month. The note highlights continuous daily coverage and broad appeal to readers seeking regular chances to find work, events, or deals.
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the Times
Football Showdown at Fort McIntosh Promises Close Bout
The 37th Infantry football team opens its season Thanksgiving Day against the Fourth Artillery of Corpus Christi in a notable Laredo event. Admission is free as locals pack the new Hidalgo Street post gridiron, with social interest high and spectators urged to attend.
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37Th Infantry
Fourth Artillery of
Corpus Christi
Fort McIntosh
Laredo
Edmonds
Corpus Invaders
Hidalgo Street
Weather Boosts Growing Crops On Damp, Mild Spell
The damp cool spell has aided vegetation and new grasses on cattle ranges. Despite a chilly morning and occasional misting rain, a severe freeze is not forecast. Crops and pastures look set for prosperity unless a late cold snap arrives. Reed:
Many Letters From Boys Overseas Reach Laredo Families
Laredo mothers and fathers received letters from sons serving in France Belgium and Germany dated late October. Writers report battles and expect the war near its end with armistice signed soon. Soldiers recall glory under fire and hope to share experiences from German soil.
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Laredo
France
Belgium
Germany
Wounded Sergeant Chamberlain Recalls Merce Battle Wounds
Sergeant Louis Chamberlain of Co. GQ 141st Infantry 4th Division recounts going over the top three times in the Merce battle against German forces. He was wounded in the left leg by shrapnel, treated at a Red Cross hospital, and hopes to rejoin his company soon. He is a Laredo native who left last year with the national army.
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Chester Burbank
Louis Chamberlain
Co. GQ
141St Infantry
Lone Star
Red Cross
Chamberlain
Laredo
National Army
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Laredon
Wichita
Patriots
Lone Star State
Wilbur Forrest
New York Tribune Inc
Texans
Machauh
Semide
Ohio
Haddleston
Texac Mexican
Rio Grande
Eagle Pass
Perecms i Nerico
Totacno
Mr. Senor
Jarvis Plaza
Camp Scurry
Reed
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