Egg Trust and Tariff Debate Hit Fresh Prices
A Chicago food expert argues three men dominate the egg trade, profiting heavily from cold storage and price manipulation. The piece traces how imports from China and a protective tariff attempt to curb soaring costs, while noting consumer boycotts once helped force price drops. It also critiques storage firms for keeping eggs off the market to maintain high profits and calls for reforms to protect farmers and consumers alike.
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Chicago
Pacific Slope
China
Pes Trust
Eee Trust
Conway Tearle Stars at Rialto Cinema in Laredo
At Laredo movies Conway Tearle stars in a stellar role drawing strong audience interest. The entertainment will be a good one with Ruehle MacDonald also drawing attention in Burking the Theer at the Bristol Theatre Whestre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conway Tearle
Meyer
Ruehle MacDonald
Ace of Hearts at Royal Theater Delights Crowds
The Strand screening of Appearances features Davie Powll in a dramatic role with Mary Glynne as lead. Critics praise scenic variety and acting power, noting strong support from Jota Bowers Lon Cheney Hartee Kirkland Edwin N Wallick and Joy Laidlaw. The show plays today and tomorrow amid Hogish tits and festive scenery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
An.exeinah
Fae Kosar
Lestrica Jay
Jota Bowers
Lon Cheney
Hartee Kirkland
Edwin N. Wallick
Joy Laidlaw
England
Fésinring
Davie Powll
Strand
Thestrea Today
Tie Morrow
Mary Glynne
Iivirtexe
Becoming Citizens in Kansas Strikes Draw Citizenship Warning
The Kansas coal strikes and the union’s defiance of state law prompt warning that aliens on strike against state law are not fit for American citizenship. A naturalization applicant was denied after proof of noncompliance with industrial court rules, stressing that violators of the law lose eligibility for naturalization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Kansa
Coal Miners’ Union
Nct
Roses and Carpations bloom at city flower market
Direct to users plan opens Winthrop Square market to the public from 10 a.m. daily. Growers from suburbs bring surplus blooms to sell to retail florists, brightening the old walls into a public spectacle and offering guaranteed fresh boutonniere en route to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiv Assov
Prean Efon
Zoirect
Winthrop Square
Money Makers 4 in Times Want Ads
Classified listing notes four money making ideas or opportunities in the Times Want Ads section. Reads like brief ad copy encouraging readers to pursue profitable ventures or services. No specific names, dates, or prices provided in the fragment.
Major General Hines Visits Laredo High School Boys
Major General John L. Hines, commander of the Eighth Corps Area, was guest of honor at a Rotary Club gathering with Laredo High School students. The event highlighted sportsmanship and community support, with talks by local youths and praise for the high school football team’s conduct after a heavy defeat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hines and
Boys OF Laredo High School
Laredo
John L. Hines
Eighth Corps
W. L. Guyler
Rotary Club
Hickok
Fort Miitech
Tiveelean
Linnea
Charles Deutz
Whitton
Messrs
Austin
Goro
Leyendecker
Eagle Tusa
Lary
Is Mexican pottery fragile and can it ship safely
A note from Tlaquepaque Art Store at 1210 Iturbide S on November 29, 1931 states Mexican pottery is fragile yet packable for parcel post. Safe delivery insured for 10c per package beyond postage charges is offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tlaquepaque Art Store
Iturbide S
Weather forecast and Fort McIntosh observations
The United States Weather Bureau forecast from New Orleans notes tonight and Friday partly cloudy to cloudy with cooler Friday. Observations at Fort McIntosh for the 34 hours to 7 a.m. show a maximum of 85 degrees, a minimum of 50 degrees, and southeast wind. Clear conditions are reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Weather Bureau
New Orleans
the Telephone Co
Fort McIntosh
Announcement of Twice Monthly Dances for Members
A note to members and families states that after the Thanksgiving dance the group will hold two dances per month on the second and fourth Fridays, continuing until further notice.
Major General Hines Inspects Troops at Fort McIntosh
Major General John L. Hines arrived from Fort Sam Houston and was welcomed by a salute at Fort McIntosh. He inspected and reviewed Fourth Cavalry detachments, spoke to the Laredo Rotary Club on Our Boys, and visited border outposts in the district before returning to his headquarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Hines
Eighth Corps
Fort Sam Houston
Fort McIntosh
Hines
Hickok
Fourth Cavalry Regiment
Colonel Hickok
Laredo
Masonic Meeting Notice for Laredo Lodge 647
Laredo Lodge No 647 Ark M calls a called meeting Friday December 2 at 7 30 pm. Work in M M degree to be exemplified by the Fort McIntosh degree team. Visiting brethren invited. L A Morrow W M.
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Laredo Lodge No
Ark M
Fort McIntosh
L. A. Morrow
W. M
Kiwanis Reception at Elks Hall in Laredo Tonight
Laredo Kiwanis Club hosts a reception for Port McIntosh officers and wives at 7:30 pm at Elks Hall. A buffet supper and speeches follow a family audience, with a grand ball ending the evening. Members may bring three guests. tickets are one dollar per person. Music by the Laredo Syncopating Orchestra.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elks Hall
Laredo
Kiwanis Club
Pottery Purchases Packed Free. Mexican Baskets Priced
We offer carton packing for mailing at no charge and present unique Mexican baskets priced at 70 cents, 30, 6 and 40 cents each. Includes address 1210 Iturbide St and date November 29, 1981.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tlaquepaque Art Store
Iturbide St
Popularity Contest Ten Leading Contestants Listed
Complete list posted in our window daily includes Courtney Slaughter 2979 Blanche Evetts 2461 Virginia Moon 1639 Marguerite Yeager 525 Allie Hetage 477 Conchita Arellano 462 and other entrants. Olympia Candy Co. is noted in association with the contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courtney Slaughter
Blanche Evetts
AllGe “Penn
Weicestess
Virginia Moon
Fieee
Ively Ryan Veyv
Copes
Bether
Mercest Lake
Marguerite Yeager
Allie
Conchita Arellano
Second Term Meets Monday and Grand Jury Summoned
The present district court term of eight weeks will adjourn Saturday afternoon and a new eight week term will begin Monday morning under District Judge J F Mullally. The grand jury for the term will be empanelled, with jurors summoned to appear Monday morning in the district courtroom. Named summoned jurors include Hal L Brennan R K Mims D M Valdez C C Biggio W B Heaner A Poggenpohl M W Brennan Albert Martin Chas Deutz R L Poster J W Ward Joe Vidales Leonard Nelson Harry W Johnston M S Ryan and Ed J Russell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Mullally
Hal L. Brennan
R. K. Mims
D. M. Valdez
C. C. Big
Oatmeal Pileup in Scotland Warns Dealers
Enormous stocks of oatmeal have accumulated in Scotland as the working classes abandon porridge, according to oatmeal dealers. The shortage of porridge demand pushes prices and storage concerns as manufacturers seek new markets and potential buyers.
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Scotland
Citation by Publication in Webb County Texas 1921
Public notice commands the sheriff or constable to publish this citation weekly for four weeks to Elmer V Clare in Webb County Texas for a debt suit filed October 18 1921. Justice of the Peace E A Atlee of Precinct 1 Place 2 in Laredo orders appearance January 16 1922 for case 675 where Justo Penn sues for 39 15 including interest and costs with an attachment and foreclosure writ sought.
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State OF Texas
Webb County
Elmer V. Clare
Justice Court
Laredo
A. D
Justo
Penn
Elmer
Clare
Today’s events highlight celebrations and conferences worldwide
Festival of St Eloy honors metal workers as the Queen Mother Alexandra turns 77 and Alvaro Obregon marks one year as Mexico’s president. The Minnesota State Poultry Association exhibition opens in Minneapolis, while Idaho plans a third party organization meeting in Boise. Rotary clubs launch a prosperity drive nationwide, and Anti-Saloon League workers convene in Washington. Marshal Foch is hosted in Portland as Birmingham hosts a regional college conference. The Methodist Board meets in Philadelphia amid a Illinois University education conference and Dr David Kinley’s formal installation.
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St. Eloy
Alexandra
England
Alvaro Obregon
Mexico
Minnesota State Poultry Association
Minneapolis
Idaho
Boise
Rotary Clubs
United States
Anti- Saloon League
Portland
Ore
Marshal Foch
Birmingham
Ala
Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
Board of Home Missions and Church Extension
The
Methodis Episcopal Church
Philadelphia
Laredo Gossip Sparks Tiny Town Tales and Jokes
A column of humorous sayings and vignettes from Laredo residents. Lounging remarks about holidays, car happiness, luck, fashion, and local characters flash at Uncle Abner and other townsfolk. Jests touch on flivvers, crooked foreheads, skeleton park, and everyday misadventures.
Prospects Glimmer After Lightnin g Threats and Norther
Weather notes describe heavy clouds and distant lightning to the north but limited precipitation. A brief windstorm and a light mist did not fail to dampen dust, followed by a new norther that cooled the air. The morning brought cool, pleasant conditions with light wind and mild winterlike air.
Scout Troops of La redo to meet in uniform Friday night
Scoutmasters and Boy Scouts of La redo are ordered to assemble in full uniform at School Plaza Friday at 8 30 PM for roll call and inspection. Any absent Scout without a parent written excuse will be tried for disobedience of SCOUT LAW No 7 A SCOUT IS OBEDIENT by order F L Mackay executive Boy Scouts of America November 29 1931
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Boy Scouts of
Narrowest Street in Great Yarmouth Named Kitty Witches Row
The English seacoast town of Great Yarmouth is home to Kitty Witches Row, claimed to be the narrowest street in the world. Its greatest width is fifty six inches, drawing curiosity for visitors and locals alike.
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Great Yarmouth
Minnesota Poultry Show Opens in Minneapolis
The Minnesota State Poultry Association annual exhibition opened in Minneapolis and will run through the week. This year’s show is among the largest and best, with exhibits arriving from throughout the Northwest and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Minn
Minnesota State Poultry Association
Northwest
Local notes from Laredo highlight trade and services
Imports from Mexico arrive at Laredo port include two pianos and silver. Local business updates cover Wye Beauty Shop reopenings, scratch feed sales, Santa Claus greetings, and a chain of services from dentistry to plumbing. Weather outlook hints at cooler Christmas weather, with varied forecasts.
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Laredo
Mexico
Benefit Dance for St Peter's School at Elks Hall
The mothers of St Peter's school announce a benefit dance on Saturday December 3 at 8 p m at Elks Hall admission 75 cents. All invited to attend.
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Mothers of St. Peter's School
Elks Hall
Pescadito Ranch Posted No Hunting Notice
Notice posted on the Pescadito ranch by M Garcia prohibits any hunting in the pastures. No permits will be issued or requested. Date noted 10 25 2m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pescadito” Ranch
M. Garcia
Notice to Tax-payers City Hall tax office open hours
City Tax Collector D C de Lachica announces the 1921 tax collection in City Hall with hours 9 am to 12 pm and 2 to 5 pm. Filing period begins now and runs through the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. de Lachica
Meeting of Southern Educators in Birmingham
In Birmingham Alabama on December 1 the twenty sixth annual meeting of the Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools of the Southern States opened with Chancellor J H Kirkland of Vanderbilt presiding. Dr C B Glenn welcomed the visitors and Dr John E White of Anderson College spoke on denominational colleges relation to the Southern Association. Dr Clyde Furst of the Carnegie Foundation followed with a talk on entrance requirements in the Southern Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
South
Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
J. H. Kirkland
Vanderbilt University
C. B. Glenn
John E. White
Anderson College
Southern Association
Clyde Furst
Carnegie Foundation
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Laredo Movies
Conway
Rialto
Royal
Board of Directors
Latin-American Club
the Times
Fort M’intosh
Rotary
Olympia Candy CO
Harding
Fred A. King
Seattle
Wash
E. A. Atlee
Justice of the Peace
Texas
Place
Abner
Walls
Doblin
Farragut
Laredo National
Skeleton Park
Louise
Flores Avenue
BOY
Minnesota
Wye
Lincoln Street
H. F. Smith
Sanitary Grocery Co
J. S. Gault
Thaison
B. Juarez Plumbing
Br. J
Gault
Santa Claus
Phone Crockett
8Th St
San Antonio
Saft's
Will W. Gregg
Notary Public
Tines
Farragut Street
Meeting OF Southern Educators
Laura M
Hoyt
Chamberlain
Rockport
N. Y
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