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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1920
Page
2
Friday's Daily casts doubt on a new Obregon era revolution plot in Mexico. It argues public support for Obregon remains high, warns Americans against involvement, and notes justice and neutrality steps while condemning foreign interference.
AP reports Denmark’s imports of American coal rose through the year with September at 274,390 tons, while British imports fell then rose to 154,000 tons. German coal nearly stopped in October as Denmark holds ample stock and faces adverse exchange rates. Chinese coal supplements with lower prices.
Proposals arise to sell official items in Dublin to raise money for employees and charities after government agents refuse to hand over public funds used to support city administration. Plans include auctioning the High Sheriff’s gold chain and pictures from Mansion House to fund salaries and hospitals.
The coal mines in the Mingo valley West Virginia employed natives for generations and paid well. Operators deny union interference and dismiss miners who join the United Mine Workers leading to a strike backed by financial aid to affected workers.
Maj. Gen. Sir William D Otter a famed Canadian soldier born Clinton Ontario 77 years ago today Hon W J Mowser Conservative leader born Rexton New Brunswick 63 years ago today Newton D Baker Secretary of War born Martinsburg West Virginia 49 years ago today James B Gorman president Rock Island Railway born Chicago 57 years ago today Prof John Bassett Moore Columbia University Hague permanent court born Smyrna Delaware 69 years ago today
Today marks the fiftieth birthday of Lord Chief Justice Emeritus Baron Coleridge born 1848 and honors for New D. Baker, Wilson's Secretary of War. Ontario Winter Fair opens in Guelph with film and goods. Wisconsin Intercollegiate Press Association meets in Milwaukee. Missouri Bar Association gathering begins in St. Louis. Direct Primary debated by Williams College, Amherst, and Wesleyan. Villard Commission in Washington to hear Mrs Muriel MacSwiney testimony today.
One year ago today December 3 Germany refused to sign the protocol unless changes were made Senator Fall urged the United States to cut relations with Mexico citing diplomatic pressure and policy alignment.
General Alvaro Obregon, soon to be president, has a crowded office in Mexico City where hundreds of office seekers plead for rewards and positions. He works seven days a week in a plain office with guards and constant meetings, while a courtyard band provides daily music for visitors.
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Mrs. Annie M Sloan of Buffalo declares Tanlac gave her new life after four weeks, noting relief from gallstone surgery and bilious attacks. She credits Tanlac with renewed strength, energy, and overall health, urging others to try it. Local Laredo mention describes excur sions and return plans for American visitors.
Plans for a Newfoundland memorial arch and statue to World War I fallen will flank a colonnade leading to a normal school building. Memorial Hall will house the central display of Newfoundlanders who served and died at sea and on land. Estimated cost about 350000 dollars, funded by subscriptions and government support. Site to Parade Ground in St John’s.
The Stout monoplane once called the mystery ship of the war era has been redesigned for civilian use. In its first trial it lifted off after a 50-foot ground turn and completed a 20-minute flight at 500 feet, under full control. Designed by William D B Stout, the veneer built three passenger limousine is exceptionally strong yet light, with wings internally trussed and veneer covered. Top speed exceeds 125 mph with a landing speed under 40 mph.
The report notes hotel charges in Peking for rooms and meals range from eight to eighteen dollars per day. It mentions historical steeplechase routes, a Japanese firm starting electrochemical soda production, and the Paris Brussels air mail service expansion due to its success.
Hunters are forbidden from hunting in the later pasture without permission of L. F. Pives. Date reference 10-23-2m.
The Mexican consulate report from Laredo shows exports to Mexico totaling 4,086,227 in November, up from October's 3,000,000 plus. Analysts predict December exports will surpass 5,000,000, signaling increasing trade through the port.
Hunters warned to stay out of my pasture and off my tank no permits given Cullee Mann date 10 29 1m
Santiago Macias sued the Texas-Mexican Railway Co. for $12,000 in personal damages. A district court jury awarded Macias $2,000. The plaintiff’s motion for a new trial was overruled and the defendant company gave notice of appeal through its director general.
George Walsh, future William Fox star, recalls a circus parade memory as a boy. His current film The Pillinger, adapted from Thomas Fallon, screens at the Royal Theatre today and tomorrow, promising drama of turmoil conspiracy and ruin on Well Street.
Rev. Father Benito Gonzalez leaves San Agustin to become canonical superior of a Cuban religious community in Santa Clara Cuba. Rev. Father Pedro Bernadla succeeds him, already familiar to the parish and well regarded locally.
Notice prohibiting all hunting in Jarra Burritos and Barro pastures without written permission. The statement lists J D Jennings as issuing the order and identifies the designated areas and enforcement intent.
District court for the 49th Judicial District adjourns tomorrow afternoon and resumes Monday morning for a second eight week term under District Judge J. F. Mannally. Grand jurors named include P. J. MacMahon C. C. Biggio C. M. Fish T. A. Bunn and others. In the first term all criminal docket cases were resolved with one acquittal, one venue change and convictions in the rest. The acquittal was the Ventura Sanches case from Duval county.
From November through December the Mexican consulate in Laredo recorded 12 965 Mexican laborers passing through on their return to Mexico. In November 572 Americans and others entered Mexico while 8405 Mexican citizens returned home. Most Americans headed to Tampico oil fields.
Contractors bring in many families to reside near the site of the new international footbridge. Some will stay in tents and temporary structures while others seek housing as work begins. The project aims for year long presence with continuous day and night construction and rapid material arrivals to accelerate completion.
Laredo shops present complete Christmas gift displays for all ages from granny to baby. Toy buyers can find new mechanical devices including electrically operated airplanes that connect to a light socket and fly in a circle at Richter's. Other stores offer a wide range of gifts for everyone this season.
Public notice from W L Irwin announces reopening of the dining room at the Traveler Hotel for future service to patrons. Dated December 2, 101.
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