Will of Breckenridge Set Aside by Jury Verdict
Thursday's Daily reports a jury verdict setting aside the late George W. Breckenridge will on nieces contesting provisions. The will may leave the state university land and other bequests, but must be treated as intestate. The piece discusses the fairness of wills, the rise of challenges, and the impact on charitable bequests and future estate planning. It also shifts to wartime policy arguing for abolition of battleships and submarines and tighter arms control at an international conference.
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George W. Breckenridge
Brackenridge
State University
University
Testator
The
Bracknridge
Obregon Becomes Regular Editorialist for Mexican papers
Mexico City December 22 Associated Press reports President Obregon has become a regular editorial writer for four Spanish language morning newspapers. His first subject is The Freedom of the Press and he pledges to uphold freedom of speech during his administration amid controversy with Sub-Secretary Lugo. He later writes against promiscuous syndicalism, clarifying he does not criticize unions and plans a series of editorials for publication at intervals.
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Mexico City
Alvaro Obregon
Lugo
The
Universal
Obregon
Mexico
Alguuro Obregon
From Film Wrecks to Nail Polish and Varnish
New York reports on how worn out movie films are reused. Old reels, ragged and unused, are sold to junk dealers or shipped abroad. Through processing they become artificial leather varnish patent leather on shoes and even nail polish derived from motion picture base materials.
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New York
Mary and
Doig
Charlie
Debate over real disarmament and submarine fate
The piece contrasts naval views on real and effective disarmament. Some officers favor keeping auxiliary ships including aircraft carriers and submarines, while disarmament advocates oppose subs and seek aircraft regulation. Former Secretary Daniels warned the submarine must be decisively destroyed, or the arms reduction effort will fail. He termed submarines the backbone of a nation’s fighting strength.
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Daniels
Alion
Seesinha
Laredo Gossip Turns On Town Quirks And Moratorium Talk
A snippets column from Laredo features playful jabs at local life and politics. Notes on Christmas gift values, fashion flappers, a green-eyed bookkeeper, and a joke about a pickpocket, plus mentions of a moratorium discussion and local humor from residents and onlookers.
Open Letter to Laredo People from American Legion Adjutant
F. L. Mackay, Adjutant of Laredo Post 59, defends Legion actions for ex service members. He states 854 men applied for aid or work over two years, and over 200 found employment. The post requires proof of service and urges locals to direct impostors away, ensuring help goes to those deserving.
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Laredo
American Legion
The
Laredo Post
Legion
F. L. MacKay
Adjutant
Legion Hall
Brennan
Watch THE TIMES for daily opportunities
A brief notice offering daily opportunities in THE TIMES. Subscriptions advertised at two dollars per month.
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Watch the Times
Rotary Cub Chartered as Incorporated Club in Laredo
The Laredo Rotary Club met at Hamiton Cafe with 77 percent attendance. Guests included G Clingenpeel, Captain Ralph W. Emerson, W E Newton, B S Ulmer, and W E Eells. Dr J M Skinner gave a service talk on Holding Institute history. A $100 Christmas Cheer fund was approved. Many oil leases and a Miranda City boom outlook followed.
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Laredo
W.E. Eells
San Luis Potosi
Mexico
F. A. Matthes
Rotary Club of
Charles Deutz
Laredo Htetorians
Toys at La Campana Big Store Delight
An affordable local ad promotes La Campana as a large toy dealer with cheap prices and special bargains on dolls, fireworks, and sparklers at 617 San Agus tin avenue. R. D. Gonzalez & Bro. handles the sale.
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la Campana
San Agustin Avenue
Christmas party reminders and shop notices in 1960s Laredo ads
Reader notices and advertisements list upcoming Woman's Club Christmas party from 4 to 6 pm next Wednesday, gift options from Royal Fruit Store and Schrafft's candy, along with Shiner Garage auto help, Gruen watches at Datches, Poggenpohl paint signs, and various holiday sales. Also mentions school vacations, lodging ads, and marriage licenses issued by the county clerk.
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Woman's Club
Royal Fruit Store
Santa Claus
Santy
Shiner Garage
Lincoln
Laredo
Practical Wortkman
Poggenpohl
Schrafft
Werrera
Gruen
Poggenpohl’s
Plumbing Co Announces Sewer Connection Service
We are fully prepared to take care of all orders for connecting sewers to the City main sewer line. Satisfactory service guaranteed. Phone 120% day and night. B. Juarez Plumbing Co. Corner Farragut and San Francisco Avenue. 12-21-1f.
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B. Juarez Plumbing Co
Farragut and
San Francisco Avenue
Death of Manuel Alfonso Vela Child in City Home
The Times records the death of eleven months old Manuel Alfonso Vela son of Mr and Mrs Manuel Vela at their home 202 Laredo street. The funeral was held from the residence the next day at 5 o clock in the afternoon.
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the Times
Manuel Alfonso
Manuel Vela
Laredo Street
City Barber Shop Taken Over by New Manager V. Pargola
R Zaffirini announces purchase of City Barber Shop and introduces new manager V Pargola. Haircuts set at 35 cents and shaves at 20 cents with tub and shower baths available any hour. He disclaims responsibility for former owner's debts and seeks patronage.
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City Barber Shop
V. Pargola
R. Zaffirini
Season's Greetings From An Old-Time Laredo Resident
An elderly former Laredo resident now living in Winnetka Illinois sends The Times warm holiday wishes. She extends joy sunshine and success for Christmas and the new year and expresses lasting affection for the newspaper.
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Laredo
the Yesteryears
Times Force
the Times
Winnetka
Illinois
Salvation Army Christmas Dinner Fund Drive Reaches Out
The Salvation Army appeals for contributions to fund a Christmas dinner for the poor. Volunteers on corners urge the public to keep the pot boiling, promising every cent will be prudently spent to reach the deserving in the community.
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THE
Salvation Army
Laredo
Galt GN Monday Promise Warm Contend on Laredo Grid
The American Legion faces the Fourth Cavalry next Monday afternoon at Caliche Park seeking to avenge a Thanksgiving Day defeat. Both teams have been strengthened, with key lineup hints including Lane at quarterback and Neyland, Wormser, or Trout in backfield. A holiday crowd is expected as Christmas observance closes businesses.
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Laredo
Criminal docket taken up in the district court here
The district court opened its criminal docket after a three day delay caused by an unresolved civil suit. L. M. Dunlap faced trial for automobile theft with a jury seated. by 1:30 pm the jury had not reached a verdict.
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L. M. Dunlap
Pastures at Pescadito Ranch Declared No Hunting
The Pescadito ranch announces posting of pastures with strict no hunting policy on the property. No permits or inquiries will be entertained.
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Pescadito” Ranch
December 14 to Christmas at Laredo Candy Company
The fragment lists holiday period events at Laredo Candy Company from December 14 through Christmas. It notes auto painting and auto tops production by the firm. Mentioned individuals Fidel Cantu and Will W. Gregg a Notary Public, with contact numbers and addresses. Beacon shoes are connected to Saft's.
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Laredo Candy Company
Fidel Cantu
Count Lazio Szechenyi Ties to Vanderbilt Ties to Washington
December 22 reports Count Lazio Szechenyi may become the diplomatic representative of the new Hungarian republic in Washington. He is married to Gladys Vanderbilt, heir of Cornelius Vanderbilt, linking him to American society. His family ranks among Hungarys oldest noble houses with a famed patriot ancestor and a brother wed to the Caraman et Chimay line.
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Lazio Szechenyi
New
Winter Day and Centennial Notices Highlight Today
The day marks the start of winter and the centenaries of Samuel Fliot and Josiah B. Grinnell. The Kansas Engineering Society opens a two day meeting in Hutchinson while William L. Irvin of the Commerce Department leads a conference with auto makers in Indianapolis on car export trade. New Jersey’s Court of Errors and Appeals holds a special session in Trenton to hear appeals on the Van Ness Prohibition Enforcement Act.
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Samuel Fliot
Trinity College
Hartford
Josiah B. Grinnell
Iowa
Grinnell University
Kansas Enginering Society
Hutchinson
William L. Irvin
United States Department of Commerce
Indianapolis
Court of Errors and Appeals of
New Jersey
Trenton
State Supreme Court
Christmas for Disabled Veterans to be cared for by Legion
Disabled veterans and dependents nationwide will receive Christmas care from American Legion members. Local posts, Red Cross and medical groups will locate isolated veterans, with visits to homes and hospitals. Legion aims to assess neglect cases, then push for proper government care, stressing Christmas solidarity among ex service men.
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Associated Press
Indianapolis
Ind
United States
American Legion
Legionnaires
Legion
Legion Post
Red Cross
Hanford MacNider
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Charlie Chaplin
Nail
Terpsichore
St. Vitus
Seb
Court House
Inele Abner
Louise
Laredo Society
Matamoros
Father
Rotary Cub
J. M. Skinner
Zapata
Webb
Zapata County
Webb County
Miranda City
R. D. Gonzalez & Bro
R. W. Jennings
Marshall
R. C. Jennings
Legion Meeting
Threadgill & Threadgill
Over City Drug Store
Lean Cen
Schratft
Herrera’s
Ed Petty
Alexander
M. C. McGee
San Marcos
Texas
Whitman
Sonora News Company
Laredo Music and Jewelry Co
L. Daiches
Queen Candy Co
Green
the Fiorist
Phone Crockett
Avenue C
8Th St
San Antonio
Queen Candy Company
Apollo
Garcia
Maximo Fuentes
Marina Vara
Pedro Reinera
Paula Lara
Philadelphia
Sevice
Cavalry
M Garcia
Saft's
Will W. Gregg
Notary Public
Times Office
Farragut Street
Webb County Lumber Co
Builders of Homes
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