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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1913
Page
7
On December 23 in history, Plymouth settlers selected a site for their town and began erecting a building for common use in 1620. Notable births include Sir Richard Arkwright in 1732 and Joseph Smith in 1805. Other events mark fires, political changes, and military deployments through the 19th century.
The Union Progreso y Caridad hosts a charity ball at the Elks Club this evening with a fine orchestra. Mrs Magnon oversees arrangements and ticket sales, aiming to raise funds for the poor and a New Year feast with gifts for needy children.
A quiet home wedding will take place at the residence of Mr and Mrs J M Daniel on the Heights this evening at 7:30 oclock. Their niece Miss Pearl Landrum will wed Mr Arthur Coleman of Cottula with the ceremony conducted by Rev Dunn of the Methodist church.
Mrs Verne Shaffer of Vandergrift Pennsylvania says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the mother's favorite. She reports it always helps her children with colds and coughs and recommends others try it. For sale by all dealers.
John H. Stephens, a Texas Thirteenth District representative, born in Shelby County on December 23, 1814, educated at Cumberland University, began law practice in Montague, later moved to Vernon, served in the Texas Senate from 1889, elected to Congress in 1897, now in his ninth consecutive term.
An advertisement touts Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment as a cure for itchy eczema and related skin conditions. A Mendota resident Testifies that one box ended long eczema, claiming past treatments failed, with a money back guarantee and availability at druggists or by mail.
A Star Theatre program featured the Third Cavalry Band with the regular orchestra performing a mix of selections. Also on the bill was a three reel film In the Shadows starring Gene Gauntier. Various local ads note Christmas season services, oyster suppliers, boiler makers, auto services, and a recent marriage license for Marcos Mejia and Maria Vela.
Washington dispatch reports Major General Thomas Barry, a self-made New York Irish Catholic, as likely next Army Chief of Staff to succeed Major General Leonard Wood. Barry, famed for Cuban pacification, Philippine service, Boxer campaigns, West Point tenure, and Cuba praise, would become one of the army’s greatest leaders if confirmed.
Stomach, liver and kidney troubles, weak nerves, lame back and females ailments disappear when Electric Bitters are used. Eliza Pool of Depew Oklahoma reports relief from sickness and suffering. Thousands of women endorse the remedy and recommend its use. Each bottle guaranteed 50 cents or $1.00. Sold by all druggists. Bucklen & Co. Philadelphia or St Louis.
Mrs William Faversham formerly Miss Julie Opp plans a comeback to the stage following a six month absence caused by ill health. Her return marks a notable revival in her stage career.
Miss Marguerite Davis of Dolores arrives in the city. Oxcar A. Perron comes from his river ranch. Sam R. Anderson arrives from the Alamo ranch in Mexico. A B L Scribner of Aguascalientes is here for the holidays with family. Joe Mudd of Monterey visits relatives. Percy Winch returns from Austin for the holidays. A F Derby arrives from San Antonio and stays at the Hamilton. Dr Robi McCaultoch of Corpus Christi spends holidays with his parents. Merten C Agnius of Tlinois arrives to spend the holidays with his sister Mrs W J Hale. Henry Teal and family arrive from Aguascalientes for holidays. Miss Isabel Hall leaves for San Antonio to spend holidays with relatives. Mrs Rodolfo Sanchez de la Vega, staying here, will accompany Miss Hall. Hal Greer and son James depart for Beaumont to spend Christmas with relatives and will meet Judge Greer in Houston.
Associated Press reports a weak holiday mood in Mexico City as merchants cancel foreign toy orders due to higher duties and war draining purses. Stores show leftovers from last year and buying spirit is dulled. La Nacion newspaper suspended its publication in Mexico City at the government's suggestion.
Meridian Texas December 23 Mrs Ellen Ethridge convicted of poisoning her stepchild and given life imprisonment She remains to face trial on charges of poisoning three other stepchildren.
A barrel of whiskey marked For Personal Use Only arrived in Texarkana Arkansas on December 23 for a Texas side consignee. The railroad refused delivery, noting the Texas law interpretation would shift heavy responsibility, and the move seems aimed at easing legal liability.
A fire in the Navasota Texas business district destroyed four buildings and caused about 25,000 in losses. The blaze was reported on December 23 and affected multiple structures, prompting an emergency response from local fire crews.
In a brief noted theater item Henry W Savage has contracted Mre Charles B Craig for a part in Old Reliable with Willis Sweatnam set to star in the production.
During holidays, the ordinance banning cannon crackers will be strictly enforced. Violators will be arrested and severely punished, per Brennan adv.
A local advertisement extols Dr King’s New Discovery as the best remedy for croup and dangerous coughs in children. It cites a parent’s praise from Maneter and notes prices of 50 cents and one dollar. The ad urges a bolt in every home and lists Bucklen as associated with Philadelphia and St. Louis.
Midnight services unfold at Christ Church with a 20 voice choir led by organist Mrs. D F Anderson featuring a full program of preludes offertories and postludes including Guilmant and Wagner pieces alongside hymns. St Peter's Catholic Church follows with Millard's Mass in D and a twenty-voice choir. solos by Rose Shorey and Miss Refugio Jimenez with Lillie Poggenpoel at the organ.
Washington December 23 President Wilson renewed Judson Clements of Georgia to serve again on the interstate commerce commission.
Sixty leading professionals and businessmen in Leeds sweep streets and haul garbage in a peaceful demonstration. They refuse to meet the demands of striking municipal employees, labeling them exorbitant, signaling civic resolve to curb concessions.
Burglars this morning blew the safe of the Farmers Bank of Poteet in San Antonio area. They secured about $2,000 in cash before escaping. The incident occurred on December 22. Police are investigating and seeking leads.
The Census Bureau announced from Washington that domestic cotton consumption this year reached 5,826,350 bales, the highest in the nation’s history.
Toronto dispatches report United States government botanist Charles Budd Robinson was killed by natives in the Malay archipelago. The Manila despatches received today confirm the fatal incident.
New York reports that Panama views are considering moving a government vessel through the canal on Wednesday as Col. Goethals’ Christmas present to the American people. The plan would involve a Panamanian government vessel passing through the canal tomorrow, seen as a holiday gesture.
Houston reports the season's first killing frost with ice in exposed places last night. The frost blanketed streets and yards across the city, marking a sharp cold snap as temperatures dipped and motorists faced slick conditions.
Los Angeles December 23 M M Davidson a former Nebraska resident and secretary of the Nebraska State Society of California was given a preliminary hearing on forgery connected with loan and real estate deals. He was arrested December 10 after holding police at bay with a shotgun for twelve hours and is charged with forging a 31000 certified check. it is alleged he has illegally obtained about 50000 from clients.
In Columbia South Carolina merchants fund a large Christmas dinner for former slaves. Charlie Jaggers organizes the feast and advocates delivering well filled baskets to homes instead of a central meal to avoid disorder and protect older guests.
A concise public notice offering subscriptions to The Times at 60 cents per month.
Corpus Christi papers report a marriage license issued in Corpus Christi on Saturday to T. B. Bunn and Miss Jewell Curry of Robstown. The groom Bruce Bunn, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Bunn and Wells Fargo Express cashier, reportedly wed soon after, much to the surprise of family and friends who wish the couple happiness.
Sir Knights of Malta Commandery No. 32 E. T. and visiting members assemble at the Asylum on October 25 at ten o'clock for Christmas observance by order of the Executive Committee.
A sharp Senate and House debate on the currency bill opened in conference as voting neared this afternoon. President Wilson plans to sign at 4 pm before heading to Pass Christian Mississippi for a vacation, with gifts of gold pens to Senator Owen and Representative Glass.
New York on December 23 reports Wall Street sentiment brightens as bankers and brokers plan to pay the usual Christmas bonuses. The turnaround follows passage of the currency bill and settlement of the Bell Telephone matter, restoring confidence.
Philadelphia on December 23 reports Mayor Blanketsburg will press the switch to illuminate hundreds of incan descent lights on Independence Square’s giant 65 foot Norway spruce. The Moravian trombone choir of Bethlehem will provide the musical portion as festivities run to midnight.
Haverhill Mass December 23 William H Moody former associate justice of the Supreme Court received calls from old friends on his sixtieth birthday today at his home. Moody retired in 1910 due to ill health and has spent three years confined to his residence in a state of physical helplessness.
Following Joseph Brooks five year deal with William H Crane and Douglas Fairbanks for a joint tarring arrangement, Amelia Bingham also signs for a like term with the same management.
Craig and Thompson announce the Espejo pasture east of Zapata road is leased and hunting is forbidden. No one may issue permits. Anyone caught hunting will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
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