Birthday Anniversaries Mark Notable Figures
On November 28, several prominent individuals born in different years are noted. David Warfield, famed American stage actor from San Francisco, is highlighted at 66. Granville G. Bennett, Episcopal diocese coadjutor from Duluth, is listed at 64. Arthur Gordon Webster, Clark University physics professor from Brookline, 59. Lindley M. Garrison, Wilson administration Secretary of War from Camden, 58. Henry Bacon, Lincoln Memorial architect from Watseka, 56.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Warfield
San Francisco
Granville G. Bennett
Episcopal Diocese of
Duluth
Deadwood
Arthur Gordon Webster
Clark University
Brookline
Mass
Lindley M. Garrison
President Wilson
Camden
N. J
Henry Bacon
Lincoln Memorial
Washington
Watseka
Smiles A La Mode Shopper Seeks Right Skirt Fit
A shopper asks for a skirt in style. The saleslady prompts about preferred length and fit, asking if she wants it neither too short nor too tight. The exchange captures a brisk fashion-store moment.
The Man of Nerve Gains Noted World Attention
A portrait of a vigorous man with strong nerves and high blood flow. He uses a clear eye and steady hand to think quickly and work fast, achieving notable successes through persistent energy.
Sensapersa nerve energy tonic promises relief and vigor
Sensapersa will help give you nerve energy by relief from nervous indigestion head pain insomnia and despondency caused by non success. Take Sensapersa once and see a wonderful change it should double your nerve strength in ten days. Two sizes 60c and 1.00 at your Druggist or from City Drug Co.
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City Drug Co
Practical proof demanded in a strained romance scene
Angelina accuses Edwin of insincerity about dying for her and questions why he refuses to let her drive during a drive out. He asserts his sincerity in a terse exchange about trust and control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angelina
Edwin
Power development permit near Rio Grande sought
The Federal Power Commission has received an application from R. W. Morrison of St. Louis for a permit for a power development on the Rio Grande, about ten miles northwest of Laredo. Citizens with objections must file by December 26, 1922 with the commission, per Mayor IL Villégas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Power Commission
Washington, D. C
R. W. Morrison
St. Louis
Rio Grande
IL. Villegas
Laredo
Texas
City Tax Notice and Public Billing Details
City tax notice lists the tax collector and the assessed charges for individuals and property. The notice outlines payment requirements, due dates, and eligibility for exemptions or refunds as defined by local authorities.
Tuesday and Wednesday Society Meetings and Sale
The Junior Auxiliary meets Tuesday at 4 PM at the Rectory. The Tuesday Music and Literature Club gathers at 4 PM in the Laredo High School Auditorium. On Wednesday the Parish Guild holds a Thanksgiving Sale at the Rectory starting 10 AM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo High School
Ku Klux placards mar Baton Rouge mansion grounds
Nov 28 Baton Rouge Governor Parker woke to hundreds of stick on lawn placards arranged like tombstones. The printed notices promoted a Ku Klux Klan ceremony planned for Thanksgiving night as he and other officials faced the display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Preas
Baton Rouge
Executive
Governor Park
Gov
Parker
Presbyterian Ladies Plan Sale and Club Sessions
Mrs Crawford read a Thanksgiving story and the hostess, assisted by Mrs Sutherland, served refreshments after a meeting of the Presbyterian church Ladies Auxiliary at the Annex to finalize a sale of fancy articles cakes pies and candy to be held near the Strand Theater Saturday. The Tournament Club met with Mrs M T Cogley and closed the year with Mrs G W Derby first Mrs H W Johnston second and Mrs J T Halsell third. Hostess served a salad and sweet course. members included Messrs Halsell Derby Christen Johnston Riggio Hall and Cogley. Guest was Mrs Albert Martin.
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The
Presbyterian Church
Annex
Strand Theater
M. T. Cogley
G. W. Derby High
H. W. Johnston
J. T. Halsell Low
Mesdames Halsel
Derby
Christen
Johnston
Riggio
Hall
Cogley
Albert Martin
Woman's Missionary Society of the Mathodist Church
J. L. Crawford
Seaman
Skinner
Oil man from Dallas visits Laredo for Thanksgiving
Harry Beeler a Dallas oil operator spent Thanksgiving in North Texas and will return next week to begin large development work in the area. Architect Henry T. Phelps of San Antonio is visiting Laredo today. M Dimond Jr of New York visits his uncle M A Hirsch and greets old-time friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Beeler
Dallas
Laredo
North Texas
Henry T. Phelps
San Antonio
M. Dimond, Jr
New York
M. A. Hirsch
Local Notes and Holiday Preparations in Richmond
Miss Frances Sleeper heads home to Waco after visiting her sister Mrs Harry James. Families plan trips to San Antonio Austin and Waco for football games and holidays. The Presbyterian Ladies Aid Bazaar near Strand Theater features embroidery cakes pies and gifts. Woman's Missionary Society members share gratitude at Thanksgiving gathering.
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Frances Sleeper
Harry James
Waco. Ly
Harry Sames
Baby
Austin
Rangers Withdrawn From Breckenridge After Threat Reports
The Associated Press reports the Texas Rangers detachment sent to Breckenridge to investigate threats against Mexicans and people of color has been ordered back to Austin. The move, believed to be ordered by Captain Mamer, ends the deployment today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Austin
Texas
State Rangers
Breckenridge
Mamer
Laredo Gossip Notes From The Force On Town Life
A column of local chatter in Laredo humorously laments shop talk and daily quirks. It hints at social fixes like cash and carry living, jokes about men consulting wives, and observations on holidays, clothing, toys, and weddings. The tone is light, satirical, and tightly regional.
France Ready to Pay Herself in Germany Plan Highlighted
Paris reports cabinet debate on direct action to seizure of Ruhr area and control of Rhineland to enforce reparations. Plan includes state coal mine seizure and export tax collection in the Ruhr. Government signs off with limited opposition amid fading faith in allied solutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Paris
France
Euler
Falk Ocatenes
Echinet
Plan Postponed Amid Senate Antilynching Fight
The Associated Press reports Captains in the Commerce Committee discuss delaying a vacancy plan as Congress faces a looming filibuster from opponents to the Dyer antilynching bill. Democrats press regular order roll calls, while Leader Underwood signals resistance to advancing the bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Underwood
Chamber
Odd and Interesting Historical Reflections and Facts
A collection of curious statements across science history and daily life. Notes on fleas, cigars, the Lord Mayor’s coach, early utilities, motorcycle flywheels, disease germs, earth’s orbit, British peerage, Yunnan theft punishment by beheading, London workshop casualties, German restaurant taxes, poison gas use, and a Detroit arrest tied to a razor event.
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London
Yunnan
Burmah
Germany
Detroit
Greek former ministers executed by Athens military court
An Exchange Telegraph despatch states in Athens that Greek former prime ministers Goulandos Protonapadakis and Stratos major figures were executed by firing squad for treason after the Asia debacle. Other defendants include Theotokis Baltaazis and General Madianestis with two officers sentenced to imprisonment and degradation. London fears Britain may cut diplomatic ties with Greece over the executions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
Athens
Mion
Goulds
Protonapadakis
Stratos
Theotokis
Baltaazis
Madianestis
Asia
Minor
Goudos
Starizos
Great Britain
Greece
Owas Soecoth
Srbia
Pershing Urges Look at Plain Facts on Defense Training
General Pershing addressed the American Defense Society in Minneapolis on November 2 urging Americans to face hard facts and avoid war while stressing military training as a civic school. He cautioned against blind hope of avoiding armed conflict and underscored national obligations.
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Associated Prays
Vjinneapolis
Minn
Pershing Madey
American Defense Society
Ife
Americans Arrive in Mexico City to Promote Trade Ties
A 16 member American commission, appointed by the Southern Commercial Congress, arrived in Mexico City to foster better trade relations with the United States. They were welcomed by officials from the department of commerce and industry and the American Chamber of Commerce and plan to tour Mexico before returning home after several weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Mexico City
Southern Commercial Congress
Mexico
United States
Department of Commerce and Industry
American Chamber of Commerce
First Sleep Sickness Death Reported in Waco
In Waco Texas on November 28 J Arthur Maxey a 41 year old realtor died after 11 days of constant sleep marking the citys first death from sleeping sickness authorities report the illness began with a sudden sleepiness and progressed to fatal outcome
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Waco
Texas
J. Arthur Maxey
Notice of motion to substitute lost attachment writ in Webb County
The State of Texas notifies Leocadio L Fierros that a motion to substitute a lost attachment writ and return has been filed in W J Sames et al versus Fierros et al, Webb County District Court case 5766. The attached property includes 237 acres in Porcion 23 Abstract 283, 238 acres in Porcion 24 Abstract 268, 51 acres in Porcion 2b Abstract 650, plus various city lots in the Western and Eastern divisions of Laredo. The motion will be heard after three days from service. Attest: C M de la Garza, Clerk.
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State OF Texas
Leocadio L
L. Sanchez
Porcion
T. Sanchez
J. F. Garcia
City of
Laredo
Webb County
Texas
C. M. de la Garza
A. D
Approved bonds for reorg of International and Great Northern
Austin Texas November 28 bonds totaling 37 million dollars of the reorganized International and Great Northern railway were registered and approved by the state railroad commission today. Details of the cancellation of the old bonds were approved.
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Associated Press
Austin
Texas
Reorganized International & Great Northern Railway
State Railroad Commission
The Poorhouse Signaling a Wrong Turn
A couple driving an expensive car misreads a road sign and discovers they have reached the Poorhouse. The wife notices a sign and the husband confirms they are on the right road, realizing they did not intend this destination.
California Exposition Opens in Orovilla and State Events Today
The Northern California Orange and Olive Exposition opens at Orovilla today and runs to December 2. The Arizona State Pair starts in Phoenix this week. Long Beach voters vote on recall of Mayor Charles E. Hewes in today’s referendum. The centenary of George E. Pugh’s birth is noted and the first California steamboat voyage to Sacramento is recalled from seventy five years ago.
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George E. Pugh
U. 8S
Ohio
California
San Francisco
Sacramento
Orovilla
Phoenix
Long Beach
Calif
Charles EB. Hewes
Banks Slashed Minimum Opening Deposits Across UK
The article notes a historical shift in England where banks set opening deposit minimums as low as 50 dollars, while several large institutions demanded as much as 5000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Jon
Clemenceau Ready to Speak on German War Plans
Fragmented notes indicate Clemenceau prepared to address German war plans amid varied debates. The record shows scattered phrases about policy, preparation, and potential responses, with unclear accompanying context.
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Clemenceau
Thefts Reported in Local Area Police Beat
Police identified theft victims and suspects after a series of grocery store and business losses. Officers say two people, Dana Coy and Dale Fas, were arrested and the case linked to a nearby neighborhood, with further names identified by investigators.
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Liege
Dana Coy
Tne
Krueat Elso
Pony blimp flight sets long distance record
A pony blimp from Scott Field near Leville traveled 450 miles from the field to Bynum Alabama in 10 hours. It is the only one of its kind in the army and normally flies about 150 miles. Three men were aboard.
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Associated Press
Lelleville
Scott Fichl
Bynum
Ala
Reverend Pettit Set for New Jersey Parish
Rev J Mervin Pettit rector of St Marks Bay City Texas will assume the pastorate of St John the Evangelist in New Brunswick New Jersey on January 1 replacing Rev Edward Hall The body of Rector Hall was found with choir singer Mrs Eleanor Mills at New Brunswick last September as a French jury investigates the double slaying.
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Associated Preags
Houston
Texas
J. Mervin Pettit
Episcopal Church of
New Brunswick
Woman and daughter return to Laredo from Monterey amid abduction case
Mrs. A. L. Ellis and her daughter Bobbie Ellis arrived back in Laredo after being taken off a Monterey bound train last week following a complaint of abduction filed by Mrs. Ellis. Alejandro Higuera remains in custody in Monterey.
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Monterey
A. L. Ellis
Bobbie Ellis
Elis
Alejandro Higuera
Laredo
Local Office Hours Listed For Week
The notice lists hours as 4 to 5 on Tuesday and 11 to 12 on Saturday. It outlines the timing window for public access and service availability.
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Dalty
Congress
Winnifred Mason Huck
Illnois
Alice Robertson
Oklahoma
Mra
Violet S. Oberfeldt
Henry Edward Warner
Richmond
John M. Martin
Mrs. S. Goaiman
Anne Pritchard
Red Cross
Evelyn Moore
Phyllis Bunn
Guy Trout
Bill Austin
George Hodges
Mrs. J. Rodriguez
Garfield Street
Presbyterian Ladies Aid
Rangers
Tidalgo Street
Abner
Dobvin
Louise
ANS
DRAS
Cummins
Associated Presa
Jaosien Cusyamigs
Semat- Inicrarate Commerce
Senaecsp
Conate Lealers
Odd
Facce
BET
TER
Republic
Times Office
C.M. de la Garza
He District Court of Webtr
G. N
Sallas
City
RED Cross Health Center
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