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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1921
Page
8
Tuesday's note defends Marine guards on mail trains after a guard killed a man who threatened the baggage car. The piece argues the Marines acted properly and may be exonerated or commended. It discusses the dangers of riding the blind baggage and praised Marines for not interfering with train operations.
Ruth defends Landis ruling on division of World Series money and praises deterrent effect of forfeiture. The piece notes Meusel and Piercy miss a month, the need to deter infractions, and that barnstorming limits protect the game’s dignity. It concludes with Ruth’s vaudeville success within accepted limits and sympathy for his financial loss.
Work on the Texpata Pipe Line Co. from Mirando City to the Mirando oil field has reached eleven miles completed with fourteen miles total planned. Mirando Oil Co. general manager W. Kiliom said the remaining three miles will be laid and connected to producing wells within two weeks at most. By year end the pipeline should carry oil to storage tanks at Mirando City and then to market, boosting drilling activity in Mirando and Webb counties.
Babe Ruth and fellow baseball players face censure for playing in post season exhibitions despite a court ruling by Judge Landis. The piece notes Ruth's fame as a hitter and his gameness, while questioning whether he misread his popularity as a shield against penalties for breaking the rules.
Rev. S. Arthur Huston rector of St Mark's Church San Antonio will arrive in Laredo Thursday morning and address the people at Christ Church both Thursday and Friday evenings. All are welcome.
Those in a run down condition suffer more from catarrh, showing it is influenced by constitutional health. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is a tonic and blood purifier that acts through the blood on mucous surfaces to reduce inflammation and restore normal conditions. Free circulars from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.
A London Post joke recalls Ananias punishment as a child notes the era’s honesty. The piece also cites Illinois football fans predicting coach Zuppke will unleash a season surprise, with Ohio State sharing the belief.
A satirical column from Laredo reflecting on daily life, jokes about neighbors and officials, tales of a Matamoros visitor, a flivver-owning woman, and comments on war, prices, and politics. It skims small town behavior with quips about bartenders, bill collectors, and the meaning of telephone numbers.
A nostalgic line evokes Laredo girls with a sweet, powdered image and a hint of color, recalling simple regional charm and domestic vividness.
Only three permits issued since December 3 totaling 700 dollars. Notices include marriage license, business reopenings, and service ads for jeweler, dentist, plumber, and florist. Local commerce details span 425 Convent Ave to Lincolns Street business and port imports via Laredo.
Christmas gift list features Singer sewing machines in Golden Oak Walnut and Maple finishes with new electric portable models and round or long shuttle designs. Electric machines, toy models for girls, and trade-ins accepted. Manager W B Heaner promises prompt, guaranteed hem stitching and good work.
100 words of an old advertisement noting fatigue backaches and kidney problems. Mrs. Ed Sanchez of 705 Rosario St. in Laredo claims kidney pain and dizziness improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills, purchased for 60c. The ad urges readers to obtain Doan's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo, NY.
A compact chronicle notes key dates and figures including the 1790 move of the U S seat to Philadelphia the 1814 Don Juan Prim birth the 1864 Marks brothers in Taftville and the deaths of Anthony Trollope Jefferson Davis and others plus a French Church State separation bill.
Two weeks from Sunday Christmas nears as Laredo merchants display large gift assortments. Local clubs including Rotary Kiwanis Knights of Columbus and Catholic Daughters plan to aid the poor and ensure Santa visits deserving families on Christmas morning.
Laredo Council No 2304 of the Knights of Columbus will initiate its third class of 60 to 65 candidates next Sunday, within six months of its June 19 founding. The San Antonio team arrives to assist, with mass services and a grand banquet to follow, boosting total membership to about 300.
Manuel Cavazos Garcia announces the opening of a saloon at the north corner of the market in Nuevo Laredo. He invites friends and the general public to visit and be served. Dated December 5, 1921.
Complete list posted in our window daily features contestants including Courtney Slaughter Esther Penn Blanche Evetts Evelyn Ryan Marguerite Yeager Nelila Ward and Olympia Candy Co. shows high scores. Other entries include Vieira Moor and various partially legible names with scores ranging from above two thousand to under five hundred.
The grand jury convened for the district court term returned four indictments from its initial session. Pedro Garza et al face liquor law violations, Urbano Gomez is charged with assault to murder, Leopoldo Treviso with theft under 49 dollars, and Lawrence M. Dunlap with theft over 50 dollars. After filing these bills, the panel continued investigations into other matters.
Regular meeting of Laredo Post No 59 American Legion scheduled for Thursday night at o o'clock in Legion Hall. Brennan P C and Mackay P A are listed in the notice.
An important meeting of Laredo Council No. 2304 Knights of Columbus will be held at the hall on Monday evening starting at 8 o'clock. Dr Fr Canseco, 4. ix. 12-3-3t.
The regular semi monthly city council meeting is held this evening. Officials expect action on connecting six district property owners with sewer mains after the sewage disposal plant, built by contractor L. V. Jamhers, is handed over to the city.
A Japanese wooer presents his sweetheart with a beautiful sash as an engagement token. The gesture reflects romantic customs and symbolizes commitment in the courting tradition.
An old health note advises taking two Chamberlains Tablets after supper to insure healthy bowel movement and correct liver disorders. The remedy promises gentle action without unpleasant effects and banishes the dull, stupid feeling often linked to constipation.
The text warns that many contract colds without precautions and recover, but each cold weakens lungs and lowers vitality. It urges avoiding desperate chances and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a cheap cure for bad colds.
The Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Daughters of America join for a Royal Theater show Friday night with the play Periceto and a one act Torear por lo Fino. Tickets sold fast at Cardenas News stand with reserved and general admission options. full house anticipated.
Start the New Year By giving that old car a new coat of paint. Our painting department turns out beautiful paint jobs. Our price is reasonable and we will not keep your car long. Work guaranteed by Laredo Nash Co. December 3, 1941.
The United States weather bureau forecast for New Orleans area reports tonight and Wednesday partly cloudy. Observations at Fort McIntosh show a maximum temperature of 64 degrees and a minimum of 38 degrees with wind from the north and clear skies.
The Pescadito ranch posts a strict no hunting rule for the property. No permits will be issued or required on site.
Philadelphia crowd still fills the Phils park to watch football games despite the Nationals’ weak performance.
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