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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1914
Page
2
Friday's Daily cites Farm and Fireside urging freeing farmers from state anti trust laws. It argues legislatures should curb restraints on farmer organizations and notes potential cotton supply and demand impacts from cooperative marketing and incentives to limit output for better prices.
A historical letter argues that parcel post created unpaid traffic for railroads. Weighing for mail contracts occurs every four years with zones and yearlies. The Middle Atlantic region and other areas have carried parcels without full compensation, while West region is now paid. The author calls for fair annual weighing and full payment to railroads for parcel post traffic.
The piece argues railroads face demand for higher freight rates to fund rolling stock and extensions, while payment methods under the mail system are blamed for losses. It notes opposition from rail interests to rate increases, mentions Wanamaker’s stance, and cites European war reports including casualties and diplomatic notes on contraband and German actions.
This item recalls Judge Edgar Mountgromery of Brooklyn famed in law and politics. It notes his Civil War service as Colonel of the 86th New York Infantry, tenure as assistant district attorney, brigadier general on Governor Tilden’s staff, and rise to chief judge of the Court of Appeals after bipartisan nomination.
The Corpus Christi Caller notes Richard Croker has given his daughter in law about 300000 dollars for the wedding. It quips that Mrs Croker may not realize she is set to gain a 500000 dollar bank account, while praising her delighted reaction.
Through fast train to Mexico City departs J and G N station at 1 15 p m and arrives 6 46 a m Local Saltillo service leaves at 7 25 a m and returns from Saltillo at 3 64 p m All times in standard time and based on the junction station timetable
Train service details indicate a Texas Mexican route leaving for Corpus Christi at 12:00 a.m. and arriving back from Corpus Christi at 4:00 p.m. A fuel train to St. Louis departs at 6:10 a.m. and arrives at 10:00 a.m.
Train leaves at unknown $ U0 p.m and arrives at TVG a.m causing confusion over timing and station notation.
Train No. 1 runs from Laredo to Minera daily except Sunday leaving at 8:00 a.m. and arriving at 10:30 a.m. Train No. 2 goes from Minera to Laredo daily except Sunday departing at 1:16 p.m. and arriving at 2:40 p.m.
The Heights Civic Club urges residents to donate date palms orange trees and other evergreens for the Heights park. Call Mrs M P Cullinan Mrs Chas Richter Mrs W H Mims Mrs S S Anderson or Dr Helene Kenney with contributions. The club has invested in citrus trees and waters them nightly when needed to aid growth and attract visitors to Laredo.
The report notes Mr W Ni Youngs, Tudge Ohp, Mage and Senator Marshall Hicks depart by automobile in the morning for Caleman and Young Ranch in Zapati county for a deer hunt lasting a few days. They plan well equipped gear and expect a plentiful supply of game and provisions.
Theirs meeting of Benavi des Chapter at the Lavrary Rooms tomerroan prmorine oar ten O'elock. Transact important business and close affairs of the past year. Earnestly urge all members to attend. President MES. HAT. WL COREEBR
A Saturday afternoon matinee in Laredo Park at the Grandi Tent Show raises funds for the Playground benefit. The event features teckel from the hove and promises entertainment and value for attendees to help the boys.
Carrancista forces at Nuevo Laredo tighten vigilance to block any filibustering parties from crossing the border from Texas into Mexico. Times reporters say cavalry detachments patrol the riverfront daily, with larger night patrols, as authorities fear incursions aimed at aiding General Villa. The commander is said to be determined to prevent any expeditions from crossing the boundary.
On the Laredo High School court this afternoon at 2230 O clock the Fish School team faces the Ninth Infantis team in a scheduled basketball contest.
City undertakes heavier storm sewer capacity after voters approved bonds in August. A. J. istetter and A. Deutz & Bro. sublet and install 12-inch pipe on Washington Street linking with existing sewer Nood. Completion of the old storm sewer extension leads to new lines from Czar corner to the river, East Torbide Street toward the river, and a line north of the next Mexican station to Arroyo Zacate with rapid completion anticipated.
Last night at Firemen's Hall Jaredo Volunteer Fire Department elected A C Richter as president Asher Ro Smith as vice president J R Pasnacht as secretary Larr Brow as treasurer CC Biggio as chief J W Palvella as assistant chief Frank Barthelow as steward Committees will be named by the president The department plans a first anniversary smoker and uniform decisions for each company ahead of a February goal for Washingtons Birthday parade
Invitation from Chase announces the approaching marriage of Lakue Anita Wood daughter of ACT and Mrs Wood to Grover Glenwood Lee Faned. The ceremony is set for Monday December 28, 1914 at Cons Episcopal Church Fort Worth Texas with reflections requested.
Readers praise Chamberlain's Cough Remedy The Mothers Favorite as effective for children with colds or coughs Aire Verne Shaffer of Vandergrift Pa reports it is superior to many other cough medicines and recommends trying it for sale by all dealers
Yesterday afternoon Miss Jessie Willert entertained a number of friends at a home card party and auction bridge. The event featured a variety of prizes including a bouquet of white rose and ferns and a centerpiece, with a luncheon and gifts such as a beaded bow and scent beads among the selections.
A mosaic of events reads like a history page from December including Richelieu’s death, Washington’s leave, Madrid and Inquisition notes, Antwerp bombardment, the Union’s Winchester capture, the Patrons of Husbandry forming in Washington, and a treaty between Furkes and Greece at Constantinople. Bill Cochran of Michigan is noted in a football line about a Christmas Day wrestling match with his father.
A burglar entered the residence opposite the Fed Holding on Houston Street while Mr Arthur was away on business. He took clothes a pistol Mexican drawnwork some jewelry and other items belonging to Mrs Arthur. No arrests yet in the two nights of burglaries.
The dispatch cites sharp censorship raising suspicion of new wartime moves. Reports allege fires at a Jackson home, battles indirect mentions, and Russian aims toward Cracow while Berlin notes French offensives in Belgi um. Transports reach Antivari and British aviation reports Turks seen over Sinai.
Associated Press report from Shreveport notes a negro named Meknight escaped a posse after allegedly killing Postmaster Hicks. The fugitive, called Sylvester in some copies, is believed to have fled toward Texas.
William Rockeher and other wealthy defendants in the New Haven scandal altered their pleas today in the indictments. The defendants moved from not guilty to guilty pleas on several counts.
The Associated Press reports New York prices moved higher as cotton futures advanced five points amid ongoing selling activity. market figures remained firm despite the pressure.
A cross border shooting left a Mexican national dead and an American soldier wounded near the border. The incident, reported by Associated Press, prompted calls for border control and rapid official investigations.
Grover Cleveland's son has been chosen editor of the Phillips Exeter Monthly. He will graduate from Leicester Academy in the class of 14th, and is active at Exeter in Christian fraternities and Bible study groups.
A U S Geological Survey report highlights Deschutes River in Oregon as a vast source for irrigation across hundreds of thousands of acres and for generating over a half million horsepower. The study notes unusually constant river flow and reservoir sites that could support both water supply and power, transforming the region's agriculture and energy prospects.
Pound notice informs that a violator’s property seized for violation of the city ordinance will be sold at public auction in front of City Hall Monday morning December 7 1914 at ten oclock unless owner pays fines and costs. City Marshal M Brennan signs the notice.
An offer promotes daily access to The Times with a subscription at 8 cents per month. Explains ongoing opportunities and benefits of subscribing for regular readers.
Paris reports heavy intermittent artillery fire in Belgium with German infantry attacks at Ypres repulsed. The official note parallels Allied bombardment and ongoing fighting fronts.
London dispatch reports a Petrograd bulletin asserting Russian success at Lodz. The engagement reportedly left large numbers of German prisoners, plus captured cannons and machine guns.
Harold Frank Henwood once of the Brown Palace Hotel in Denver has become a convict at the Colorado State Prison. He works in the prison blacksmith shop as an apprentice, a trade he will learn inside and barred from practicing outside.
Haneva Ny XN and a large student volunteer corps from many colleges gathered for a three day mission convention. Reverend A S fdevd, president of the horn at whiistows of the dpis copal Chiweh, spoke. Texts include SUNY Friends Mission West China and other international missions with speakers from the American Presbyterian Mission in Mexico City and the Reformed church board.
Despite cold, a large crowd attended the Ninth Infantry Band concert on Martin Plaza. The committee plans weekly winter concerts on the plaza weather permitting and is arranging future programs.
Washington December 4 Associated Press reports Representative Henry of Texas said the house judiciary committee will meet to push forward a broad prohibition bill. The measure aims to enforce nationwide prohibition and enforce new restrictions.
Settlement of the railroads part of the Texas Business Men's suit was filed finally this week in Austin Texas Del during the latest court action.
A Houston police fund collects three dollars and eighteen cents from fines earned by turning a nickel for each cuss word used. The effort aims to support Christmas aid through a local program.
Cleveland Ohio report says negotiations ended today in the wage dispute that has kept Van Ohio miners on strike since April. The stalemate follows months of stalled talks and impact on local industries.
Denver reports that John D Rockefeller sent detailed telegrams to the Relations Committee outlining how to win public opinion amid the Colorado coal strike. John Lawson, a local official, delivered these notes daily to the committee in Denver.
A morning blaze in Waxahachie, Texas caused about $26,000 in damage, destroying two two story business buildings. The Deed Wire report notes extensive fire damage and investigations are ongoing.
The Masurian lake region in East Prussia spans about 420 square miles with a network of rivers and canals called the land of a thousand lakes. German forces plan a stand among Angerburg and Jotenburg areas, relying on ice and winter conditions to slow Russian advance and cover entrenchments.
A good sized audience gathered opposite the hay church to see a rural comedy presented by a group. The show featured absurd situations and farcical humor with much laughter. A matinee benefit for the Heights Civic Club was announced for tomorrow afternoon.
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