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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1914
Page
12
A historical commentary urges Congress to restrict immigrants and impose a literacy test to limit undesirable entrants. It argues for banning naturalized citizens who return to fight for foreign powers and notes American-born citizens serving abroad could entangle U.S. interests.
The article notes Swiss hotelkeepers lose about 25 million dollars in three months as war and banking fears deter American and European travelers. With hotels closing, winter sports prospects dim and American tourism, once a major revenue source, collapses, spelling ruin for Swiss hospitality and related economies.
A chaotic collage notes European dependence on American tourists, hotel price gouging for “peans” and “fool” Americans, and a looming exodus as war nears. It mentions Carranza loyalty rumors, Rockefeller intrigues, and cross border fire near Naco with possible action to follow.
A compiled entry lists events across years and places such as the 537 order excluding Gypsies from England, the 1838 Vera Cruz evacuation, 1848 Prussia's constitutional move, 1870 Rome as Thyla capital, 1905 Kiev massacre, and other items with scattered names and dates.
A dated healthcare pitch notes liver issues and a tonic to improve digestion and cleanse the blood. It also promotes Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for piles, urging relief and healing with advertised treatments.
Lyman W Cooley famed American engineer born in New York is noted. He taught in New York state and Northwestern University before shaping his career in engineering. His work includes the Glasgow bridge in Missouri the Mississippi Missouri River improvements the Keokuk dam and Denver water works. He lectured on waterways and authored books and resided in Chicago.
The article notes that Belgians are already praying enough and emphasizes focusing on answering prayers. It calls on readers to act to aid those in need rather than expecting others to bear the burden. The tone urges practical support alongside spiritual concern.
The San Antonio Express notes that secret submarine work, whether real or not, affects open sea progress and the influence of dreadnoughts, highlighting tension between hidden operations and visible naval power.
Reports say filibustering expeditions assemble along the river front and plan to cross into Mexico with armed forces. U S soldiers reportedly stopped one party and captured leaders in two recent arrests. Vigilance remains high on both sides from Laredo to Nuevo Laredo.
The city marshal announces that a stray animal named Que vray jennet has been impounded for violating city ordinances and will be sold at public auction in front of City Hall on Monday December 7 1914 at ten o clock if the owner does not reclaim it and pay costs.
A large crowd applauded the Grandi Stock Company in The Call of the Blood written and dramatized by Mrs. Robert Grandi. Robert Grandi impressed as Aunt Chloe while Josephine Costa portrayed Teddy Date and Sie Garrett provided comic contrast in supporting roles.
An agricultural note reports Denia Onion lands yielding about 000 pounds per acre this year with variations by location. It mentions related crops including frit and alfalfa and notes pumping from wells in PHL. Drilling contractor Vilinovarda advertises contact details and a land ad.
Dr and Mrs G M Skinner hosted an At Home at the Holding Institute with faculty and seniors in attendance. Guests enjoyed a musical contest with Miss Cross winning a cut glass perfume prize and Dr Skinner receiving a toy piano booby prize. A four course luncheon followed in the dining room with oysters chips sandwiches salads olives ices cake coffee and mints.
A dazzling dance at the Elks hall in Laredo honored the area’s young people. Hosts include Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Barlow and several others. The ballroom featured festive decorations, American Beauty roses, and suits of finery. Refreshments included turkey salad and coffee served by a team of waitresses. About 1590 youths attended the elegant evening.
Onion growers in Laredo report favorable weather and strong transplanting prospects for a big next spring crop. The section features numerous ads for auto sales, hotels, photography, costumes, and local services, along with church schedules and a note on Mexican refugees amid a multi presidency period.
Mrs W R McClain of Blairsville Pa recalls her son Ray suffering croup and credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with quick relief. She says the product is a positive cure and keeps it at home. Sold by all dealers.
A well played game at Laredo High School yesterday afternoon saw the High School team edge the Ninth Infantry team with a final score of 2 to Ts. Rev. Wharton of the Presbyterian church served as umpire.
The International hotel near the T and GN depot is leased to Enrique Reseadegated. All outstanding accounts against the establishment up to November 10, 1914 must be paid to the new owner in Concords Laredo Texas.
A garbled public notice warns readers about cold health risks and urges action to protect households. It mentions chill dangers, potential remedies, and a dubious product promotion with unclear details and a teaser price.
Government workers clear temporary stalls set by butchers and vegetable vendors in the City market as part of ongoing improvements. Vendors and tithers in related trades are relocated to designated quarters to continue business during the project.
Notice to taxpayers states City Hall office is open to collect real and personal taxes for 1914. The message requests prompt settlement and corrects misprints, indicating the Tax Collector of Chicago urges early payment.
A Draper North Carolina advertisement features Mrs Helen Dalton describing years of pain and near suffocation and crediting Cardui the woman’s tonic with improving her condition. It claims Cardui has aided many friends and asserts no medicine equals it for women’s troubles. The copy urges women to try Cardui and obtain the 64 page treatment book via mail order.
Mrs Agnes Finberiel hosted a card party for visiting guests Mrs Max Deutz of San Antonio and Mrs Joseph Deutz of San Luis Potosi. The event featured auction bridge with prizes for high and low scores and a jewel case consolation. A three course luncheon followed with gift items for honorees.
Mrs. Oscar Thompsen of de bhrou ville is a guest at the family home. Mrs. Hunter Harris and two sons return from visits to San Antonio and Uvalde. Mrs. C P Baker and two children depart for their home in Vos City after visiting Mrs Baker’s sisters. Henry Crampler, sick for months, returns to his border home and says he is glad to be back. List of other visitors includes Anderson San Antonio G T Nowlin Houston J S Mahaffey Wexarkania D A Cook Cookville Le W Gaddin Clay Maney Cotillay Li Browse St Louis W W Stokes Thos Tobin son San Antonio Mrs Oscar Whamap son Hebbrowville G S Kine Corps Christi P B Al Grittil Austin F Go Sada Albert Sada Cinda A V Flagnet Cralvestom Aliab Brooks Dallas J H Mee through San Antonio J J Haney Peonsten P G Callahan Louisville Vega Mexico City AL Villareal Jarrido Monterey Maxwell Statens Mon fh Pus Toletiny Jay Boyd Christy Aire Mainsworth J H Bahet Borden San Antonio
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