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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1920
Page
6
The text credits the Associated Press as the exclusive source for republication of news dispatches either credited or not, in the paper and notes its central role in distributing focal news content.
The Monday Daily argues the Monroe Doctrine confines U S power to defending American territorial integrity and warns against European dominance. It notes no implication of U S domination over other republics and supports future league membership with a consistent spirit of noninterference and defense.
Allied nations must feed and clothe the starving children of Europe after World War I, especially in Austria and Germany. The author urges Americans to act with Christian charity, despite past animosities, by sharing food, clothing, and relief to relieve suffering and honor victory.
Fragment mentions a belief that some action would stop any attempt at conquest or colonization of American soil. The text hints at a defensive stance and emphasizes resistance to foreign encroachment without detailing who acts or when the action would occur.
An Associated Press report from Mexico City notes renewed discussion over the legendary Guerrero diamonds sought since Emperor Iturbide. A Mexican geologist returning from exploration claims locating the mines and organizers are forming exploration parties. General Guerrero is credited with early discovery and gifting gems to Iturbide, but the treasure remains undisclosed.
A brief classified note advertises access to THE TIMES daily content for 606c per month, signaling ongoing opportunities for readers to stay informed through a recurring subscription.
The notice details a government salvage sale listing 1 000 pairs russet shoes 500 pairs black shoes 500 new gray army blankets 150 dyed black army overcoats 1 000 wool shirts 1 000 army comforts 50 wool suits 1 000 woolen underwear and 9 000 hats plus saddles harness trunks and other items. location 1701 Hidalgo St. and mentions eight deaths in a storm in Indiana and Michigan.
Chicago officials say a large milk surplus depresses prices and urges a national conference of milk producers to find better marketing methods. J W Coverdale notes condensers refuse to buy, some opening new plants to can and stockpile milk for future demand.
Former German naval officers, including veterans of the Jutland battle, arrive in London and report widespread disgrace at home. They say many cannot live from their country’s ships and must seek work abroad, some in the American mercantile marine.
Abelardo Arizpe a Carranza army colonel led ten followers in Nuevo Leon announcing the Army of Reconstruction to topple the government. The garrison captured them at night and Arizpe was shot at sunrise while his men were released.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Jesse W. Thames in Chandler Arizona. Sanitary Grocery advertises American Beauty Flour with a phone number for orders. A fire alarm responded to the Vidaurri home but caused no damage. Ford repairs offered with delivery. A son born to Mr. and Mrs. Gwin Smith in Yakima Washington. Cardenas News Stand promotes latest magazines. The Mexican band Banda Estad Mayor with 110 artists will perform at Jarvis Plaza tomorrow at 7:30 PM. Laredo anticipates large turnout for the concert. Advertising notes for cake flour and American Beauty Flour. Typing and copying services offered with delivery. Imports from Mexico include bananas and other goods via the Laredo border crossing. Will W. Gregg Notary Public advertises at the Times office. Civil case Manchini v Texas-Mexican Ry. Co. heard in district court today. Tomato seed seedling ad from M. C. Vane of San Marcos Texas. A license issued by the county clerk for Juan Cantu and Miss Josefa Hernandez. Plumber and electric utility ads appear along with Jarvis Plaza concert hype and auto painting services.
The Webb County Chapter of the American Red Cross thanks Laredo for aiding the recent Roll Call aiding Bermuda onion transplanting. Early plants will start in December with others delaying. at least 2000 carloads are expected to be shipped from Laredo in late spring and early summer next year.
November 29 marks birthdays for Aaron S. Watkins in Rushsylvania Ohio a Prohibition party candidate for President in a past election and Ndwin P. Morrow governor of Kentucky born Somerset Kentucky The list also mentions Paris a naval attaché J D Jennings Yazoo County Mississippi Cincinnati and William G. Lee in La Prairie UL noting ages from 42 to 61 years.
Two special trains carried state officials and the Laredo delegation into Mexico Friday night. The Hobby train faced a two hour delay over bond for a dining car, finally released after banker M. T. Cogley posted a $60,000 cashier’s check. The reception at Nuevo Laredo was elaborate, reflecting strong US-Mexico ties.
An ad promotes Zemo for eczema blotches ringworm rashes and other skin troubles. It claims instant relief from itching and rapid healing without greasiness and notes bottles cost 35 cents or 1.00 for extra large. Distributed by E W Roce Co Cleveland OH.
Dr R B Hudson relocates from the Thaison building to the Ramos building and partners with Dr Z A d Amours to form a new professional arrangement.
A Georgia lawyer tells of a wealthy client he wished to impress and recalls playing Hamlet. The exchange recalls a run of about six miles. The vignette hints at social dynamics and personal ambitions in a small setting.
Notice to Hunters states no hunting or fishing allowed in Wormser Bros pastures or likes and requests no permits. Reading dated 11-6-2m.
Mrs Della Hastings Armendares wife of P M Armendares of Mexico City died at her father's home 1208 San Bernardo Ave Laredo at 2 30 am after a lingering illness She was born in Roma Texas and lived in Laredo since childhood Survived by husband two children father five sisters and three brothers with funeral at Hastings home to City Cemetery conducted by Rev C W Cook.
Landholder warns hunters to stay off his pasture and tank area. No permits issued. The message dated 10 29 1m bears his sign off as Thee Cullee Mann.
The Times reports a New Orleans forecast from the U S Weather Bureau through Trophone Co. Tonight is fair and colder with frost. Tuesday also fair. Fort McIntosh readings show a high of 74 and a low of 36 with north winds and clear skies.
The Western league sets a 140 game schedule for next season. Intercollegiate wrestling championships will be at Princeton in March. Benny Coster shows resilience after a rough period. Threes league reorganizes to shorten the circuit. A Central Texas baseball league with eight clubs is talked of including Austin and Waco. California football gains over Northwest foes. Chicago boxing moves toward possible legalization in Illinois before year end. Quebec Curling Club plans a centennial bonspiel aiming for 200 teams from North America.
The Banda Estado Mayor, a 110 member Mexican band, will arrive in Laredo from Houston tomorrow at 3 35 PM and stay at Fort McIntosh. The first concert is set for Jarvis Plaza tomorrow at 7 30 PM with further performances planned during its Texas visit.
Market at 620 Hendricks avenue Heights offers fresh beef pork mutton poultry sausages ham bacon plus vegetables and eggs. Contact Jacobo Rodriguez at phone 821 for orders.
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