Vanderlip plan risks American gain in Siberia dispute
The Los Angeles financier Van derlip proposes U S backing to force Japan out of Siberia where a 490 square mile concession for California capitalists is at stake. He warns Britain watches the region and that American capitalists must act or lose the prize, while critics doubt the concession’s durability and condemn any federal support for such a deal as an exploitation of a weak nation.
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Los Angeles
Vanderlip
Soviet Russia
Siberia
California
United States
Japan
Great Britain
Kamtschatka
League of Nations
Germany
Russia
Lenine
Trotzy Et
England
France
A Costly Competition Between Nations and Armament
Secretary Daniels urges congress to fund more warships citing Japan's navy growth. A Japanese delegate argues disarmament is impossible while the United States builds new vessels. The piece notes rising distrust in the League of Nations and fears of arms races and alliances.
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Daniels
Congress
Japan
Assembly of the
League of Nations
United States
An Ata
Lost Distinction Fades From Texas Farm Run by Women
Associated Press reports Texas lost the distinction of running what may have been the nation’s largest farm worked exclusively by women. At Goree prison farm near Huntsville, 112 women on the last tally, with 300 to 400 acres cultivated in prior years, performed sewing and tailoring for the institute as authorities plan to add male convicts to cultivation under a female-led administration.
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Associated Press
Austin
Texas
United States
Fritz Rt. Smith
State Board of Pardon Advisers
Goree
Tnstitute
Huntsville
Smith
Spinach Carloads to Roll Out of Laredo on Express Freight
Spinach shipments depart daily from Laredo with several carloads already moved and smaller consignments. Plans call for The Spinach Special to run next week on I G N Texas Pacific and Missouri Pacific from Laredo to St. Louis, aiming for a forty eight hour trip. Estimated season total exceeds 400 carloads.
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Texas Pacific
Missouri Pacific
Laredo
St. Louis
Watch THE TIMES everyday for opportunities
An advertisement invites readers to subscribe to THE TIMES at 69 cents per month, promoting daily access to opportunities.
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the Times
L. F. Pipes
Laredo Consulate Raised to Class 2 Office by Mexico
Mexican Consul General Arturo de Larado announced that the Laredo office has been upgraded to a Class 2 consulate, placing it just behind New York among U S border offices and reflecting Laredo’s commercial importance. De Larado declined other diplomatic posts and plans a leave in Mexico City before returning to Laredo. In other notes, a nine-year-old boy, Jose Gonzales of 1715 Lincoln, was struck by jitney No 662124 on Houston Street near the Baptist church and is recovering. drivers’ reckless speed on city streets draws renewed calls for harsher penalties.
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Arturo de Sivccho
Laredo
Mexico City
New York
el Paso
de Larado
de Laraco Jeeves
Sinaloa
Mexico
Texas
Businese
United States
New Orleans
St Paso
Jose Gonzales
Lincoln Street
Baptist Church
Houston Street
Barney Oldfield
Woolworths Announces Late Evening Shopping Next Week
The W Woolworth Co. invites those who wish to complete Christmas shopping late to visit their stores as they will stay open until 9 p m every day next week. This extended hours plan aims to accommodate last minute buyers.
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W. Woolworth CO
L. Daiches
Soldier's Club
Johnson
Rio Grande Buick Co
Santiago Pappas
Laredo Candy CO
Renewed Leasing Indicates Oil Drilling Activity in Webb County
Renewed leasing in Webb County shows oil concerns securing leases in the Laredo area. Despite prior drilling slowdowns due to machinery accidents, lessees expect productive prospects and plan renewed drilling early next spring to determine if the region will prove a gusher.
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Webb County
Laredo
Public warned on holiday firework ban enforcement
City Marshall M Brennan warns the public that firing firearms cannon crackers and other fireworks is prohibited during the holidays and violators will be arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. December 11, 1918.
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M. Brennan
City Marshall
Blocks in Webb Townsite Purchased by H Larimer
A deed filed with the county clerk records transfer of Webb townsite land about thirty miles from Laredo. Robert M Adams sells farm tracts 626 625 629 680 across blocks 26 23 26 24 totaling roughly eighty acres to Hugh Larliner for 1600 dollars.
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Laredo
Robert M. Adama
Hugh Larliner
Webb
Texas
Mrs Laura Hoyt Praises Chamberlain’s Tablets
Mrs Laura M Hoyt of Rockport New York says she has used Chamberlain's Tablets for three years and has found them splendid for headaches and bilious attacks. She is pleased to speak a word in praise of them whenever asked.
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Chamberlain
Laura M. Hoyt
Rockport, N.Y
H. A. Stacy
Bradyville
Tenn
Notice to Hunters and Texas Child Labor Reform
Notice prohibits hunting in Slater pasture without permission. Texas labor reform urged by Labor Commissioner T. C. Jennings to raise age limits, require physicals, end work permits for under fifteen, ban night work under eighteen, set 21 for night messenger work, and tax profits when children are employed in violation. Also local classifieds: births, sales, services, and promotions with various dated notices and ads.
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Slater
Captain Rivera Departs After Enjoyable Laredo Visit
Captain Francisco A. Rivera of President Obregon’s staff and the president’s personal representative with the Laredo delegation left for Mexico City after a pleasant stay in Laredo. He thanked the people for their hospitality and good entertainments, asking The Times to convey his gratitude for the warm reception and memories of a very pleasant visit.
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Francisco A. Rivera
Alvaro Obregon
Mexico
Laredo
Times
Notable Military and Political Birthdays Announced
December 16 marks birthday anniversaries of Maj. Gen. William J. Snow chief of field artillery U S Army born in New York 62 years ago today. Rear Admiral James M Helm retired U S N born Grayville mi 65 today. Rufus Hardy congressman from Texas sixth district born Monroe County Miss 65 today. Oscar B Colquitt former Texas governor born Camilla Ga 59 today.
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William J. Snow
U. S. Army
New York
James M. Helm
Grayville
Rufus Hardy
Monument for Negro Boy Erected in Fort Worth
The Associated Press reports Fort Worth has unveiled the citys largest cemetery monument over the grave of William Gooseneck Bill McDonald a noted Republican leader and banker. The $12000 polished Quincy granite column stands 31 feet high with a solid granite grave cover. McDonald renowned in Republican circles for his national role at the 190 Republican convention in Chicago led the black and tan faction before losing the bids to seat delegates. Since then he has retired from active politics.
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Associated Press
Fort Worth
Texas
William
Gooseneck Bill
South
Chicago
McDonald
Christmas Cheer for the Poor Collections Contact Line
Community drive asks residents to donate old clothing or toys for the poor. Call Ursuline Convent at 558 or volunteers Mrs. Purcell 954 Mrs. Wright 164 Mrs. Cullinan 888 Mrs. Brennan 3 and Mrs. Matthews 244. Packages may be left at Border Gas Co or Royle Mims residence 1619 Matamoros Street.
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Ursuline Convent
R. H. Purcell
J. H. Wright
M. P. Cullinan
Hal Brennan
Alfred Matthews
Border Gas Co
Royle Kk
Mims
Matamoros Street
Public utilities and the need for fair rates in society
The author argues that interest in utility companies extends beyond managers and investors to all citizens. He asserts essential services like electricity, water, gas, transport, and telephones underpin modern life and that reasonable, healthy rates support continued service and growth. He warns against harsh attacks that jeopardize service and credit, urging liberal treatment to keep utilities prosperous for the public good.
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Gore
Collier's
Pilgrims Day Observed Referenced In Texas Proclamation
Acting Governor W A Johnson urged statewide recognition of December 21 marking the Plymouth landing centennial. The proclamation invites Texas colleges and schools to teach the Pilgrims ideals of liberty and equal law, noting their role in forming self governed government and guiding national progress. Johnson signed the proclamation December 4, 1920.
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Associated Press
Austin
Texas
Plymouth
W. A. Johnson
Massachusetts
State of
A. D
Mary as common Christian name among English speakers
Among women in English speaking countries, about sixty eight per thousand bear the Christian name Mary. The statistic highlights Mary’s prominence across regions and eras, reflecting naming trends and cultural influence in the given population.
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Amog
Mary
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