Borah urges international conference and wider disarmament push
The article reports Senator Borah calling for an international economic and disarmament conference to drastic reduce land armaments for Europe and beyond. It notes administration opposition and discusses the political dynamics around oil fields, Mosul sovereignty, and American nonalignment versus entangling alliances amid Near East tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Borah
Europe
Wethington Rey
Mosul
East Kiley
Ias Ton
Britain
Turkey
Iansickie
Yamalizia
United States
Proposed seven story Laredo hostelry to be funded locally
A noon meeting at the Texas Cafe brought together Chamber of Commerce officers, hotel officials, and local businessmen to back the Laredo Hotel Co. plan for a six story seven story modern hostelry on San Bernardo Avenue and Adalago street. The project seeks 1000000 in stock to begin construction with about fifty businessmen expected to invest 2000 each. Henry T. Phelps designed plans and Le V. Chambers offered 275000 for construction with $50000 stock option. The hotel would have 175 rooms including 12 connected baths and a roof garden convention hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Cafe
Chamber Ye Commerce — Officiel
Danflorate
Edo Hotel Co
de Mon
Laredo
Killam
Riks Club
Henry T. Phelps
le V. Chambers
Local Marriage Licenses Issued In County Since Last Report
The county clerk reports three marriage licenses issued: Martin F Praybysz with Miss Joncile Gregory, Pablo Marney with Miss Zenaida Rodriguez, and Riccarda Gonzalez with Miss Andrea Rodriguez. A trench-digging machine is at work near the federal building on Mata Moros Street. New Year celebrations planned as 1923 bids farewell to 1932 with bells, whistles, and fireworks. Oil field activity resumes in Laredo district with derricks and rigs ready in Webb and Zapata counties. The city’s past year shows progress. hope for growth in 1923 for Laredo in the Lone Star Empire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben
Fince
Martin F. Praybysz
Jwncile Gregory
Pablo Marney
Zenaida Rodriguez
Riccarda Gonzalez
Andrea Rodriguez
Federal
Mata- Moros Street
Laredo
Webb
Zapata
Lone Star Empire
Real Obstacle to Prohibition Enforcement Noted
The article discusses obstacles to enforcing prohibition focusing on the attitude of elites labeled as “our best people.” It notes some wealthy individuals reportedly relied on private stocks to sustain themselves under adverse circumstances, hindering law enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Dore
Peter
Mrs Laura M Hoyt Praises Chamberlain’s Tablets
Mrs Laura M Hoyt of Rockport New York says she frequently uses Chamberlain's Tablets and finds them splendid for headaches and bilious attacks. She offers to speak a word in praise of them at any time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura M. Hoyt
Chamberlain
Rockport
N.Y
Preely Wisely Store Announces New Year Closure
The New Year's Day holiday prompts the Preely Wisely Store to close for the entire Monday. Shoppers are urged to complete purchases tonight to obtain New Year groceries and supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preely Wisely
Rialto Photoplay Frames Twin Set at Crag's Lake
A feature film shoot uses twin cottages near Crag's Lake for exterior and interior scenes. The Rialto Theatre plans Sunday to Monday screenings with scenes directed by Lorrette Tavor at Meco studios. The Crug's Lake site offers isolated access, reducing transport needs for lighting and equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rialto
Nail
Rialto Theatre
Kine Vidap
Lorrette
Crac’s Lake
Tallywool
Sage 3
Metro Studios
Harry Beaumont
Metro
Makine
Crug’s Lake
Crag's Lake
Hotel Arrivals Featured At San Antonio and Nearby
The St. Anthony Hotel lists guests including R Berdecker from San Antonio, Louis Crouch from Hebbronville, 8S C Burleson and wife from City, J J Holloway from El Dorado Ark, R A Hopkins from City, Floyd Oates from City, G E Raynes from Houston, C A Berry from San Antonio, I F Wram from Mirando City, R O Middlebrook from Mirando City, R Hagberry and family from San Antonio, M M Robinson from City, Aldridge Hagle Pasa Alfredo Garcia from City, Henry Coleman from Mirando City. Hotel Perna notes Gus Carlson from Kingsville and Alfred Strand from Brom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Anthony
R. Berdecker
San Antonio
Louis Crouch
Hebbronville
C. Burleson
City
J. J. Holloway
el Dorado
Ark
R. A. Hopkins
Floyd Oates
G. E. Raynes
Houston
C. A. Berry
I. F. Wram
Mirando City
R. O. Middlebrook
R. Hagberry and Family
San
Oil Editor’s Yearend Resume Highlights Webb Region Drilling
The Times reports a detailed yearend oil resume for the Laredo district with Webb, Zapata, Jim Hogg, Starr, Duval counties. It notes Forrester Co drilling near the Rio Grande with a shallow test at 310 feet and a heavier rig replacing the 1000 feet setup after promising gas shows. Trussell-Thompson No 2 on the Oscar Thompson ranch in Jim Hogg county works to cement casing after water intrusion threatens production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Times
The
Texas
Webb
Zapata
Jim Hoge
Starr
Duval
Forrester Qi] Co
Forrester No
Forrester
Hove
Rousing Notes From A Flapper Era Column
A collage of witty phrases and social notes from a local paper, recounting gossip about fashion, marriages, and daily life. It jokes about notice and attention, mentions Christmas sales, jewelry purchases in Laredo, and a cooking class for film stars. It also lists public notices and neighborly social updates.
Rumor Spreads About Water Mixed in Gasoline
A reader identifying as Juan Loprz claims a rumor alleges gasoline sold at his station contains water. The notice requests payment of $5.90 for identifying the person who started the rumor dated December 15, 2013.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juan Loprz
Mysterious burglar nicks belongings from Sanitary Grocery head
The Sanitary Grocery dean Vooke reports a Tuesday afternoon burglary at 140% Matamoros Street where a visitor, possibly a Christina Visitor, arrived by the belated J. & G.N. train and stole a black fur, a savings bank, a Colt revolver, and other items. The burglar’s identity was not determined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean Vooke
Sanitary Grocery
Matamoros Street
Colt
Glenn
New Specialist Dr. O T Arnold Opens Laredo Office
Dr. O T Arnold a specialist in eye ear nose and throat will open an office in Room 04 Ugarte building about January 1. He comes from Kansas City MO and is well recommended. The Arnold family will relocate to Laredo for the practice opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. T. Arnold
Kansas City
Ugarte Building
Highway Work Begins Before Bond Approval At Miranda City
Construction starts last Tuesday on the new Webb county Laredo Mirando City Dilton highway before the bond for Peterman Robinson Neyland is approved. Workers broke dirt at Miranda City and continue toward Laredo while another crew will start from Dilton to Miranda. Court action on the bond is expected this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miranda City
Commissioners Court
Webb County
Peterman, Robinson & Neyland
Laredo Mirando City
Dilton
Laredo
Mirando City
Mirando
Social Calendar Notes From Local Churches Today
Miss Rosita Applewhite entertains at 3 30 p m honoring Ming Genevieve Camp and related events. Presbyterian church at 6545 meets Sunday evening. Senior B P U gathers at Baptist Church 6 30 p m. Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church meets at 6 45 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rosita Applewhite
Christian Endeavor
Presbyterian
Baptist Church
Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church
New Year Dance and Reception at Fort Mifflin
A Fort Mifatosh New Year event hosted by officers and ladies featured Bohemian Club music, dancing from 8:30 to 12:30, and a salad course served from long tables. Guests included Mrs Rosalie Wormser, Mrs Hicks, Major and Mrs Baron, Captain and Mrs Goodwin, with elaborate Christmas and poinsettia decorations and a silver loving cup centerpiece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elks
Walla
Wal
Bohemian Club
Rosalie Wormser
Laura
Taylor
Heart of Sigma
Mesdames
G. W. Derby
Lee Hassell
Hall
Cluck
Vi ‘Dales
I. B
DaCumard
Ind
Tutosh
Fort Mifatosh
Pexas
Mestamos Barrett
Newman
le Haron
Kilkenny Executions Reported for Two Men
Two men identified as John Phelan and Murphy were executed yesterday in Kilkenny by the government outside Dublin. They had been captured with arms and ammunition and were described as enemies of the Free State.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presa
Belfast
Dar
Kilkenny
Trish
Free State
Dublin
John Phelan
Murphy
Blind student overcomes barriers in university study
The report notes a Pennsylvanian student born blind who attends the University of Science and Arts aiming to meet requirements for admission to the College of Science and Arts. It highlights his double handicap and the limited resources available, including a lack of text books for astronomy and other courses.
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Gus Carlson
Kingsville
Alfred ‘Strand
B.D. Unt
Brom
Timesoil
Trussellt Thompson
Redo Rousin
Hidalgo Stret
Palladium of Liberty
Moral
Abner
Florez Stret
Louie
Sage
Nefelbor
Helene Chadwick
Claire Windsor
Mae Busch
E. Mason Hopper
Kynes
Royal Theatre
Hopper
Hoe
Koon
New Pork Herald
Acy Sheehy
Inde
H. D Shelby
Afes
Tahoe
Mr. and
Mrs Wil'am Learn Lett Vous Manne Fey
Mexico City
Nts. Aivs
San Anton
Todee J
Wall
Yvish. Veka
Mot
Copter
Austin
Tia Genevieve Camp
Mea. A. IL
Eyneeta
Baylor College
Peorsa Yoong
Dover
W. N. Young
Mamie Tuenberg
St. Louis
Mr. Luenberg
Mont‘ore
G. B. Sielski
Beret
Rudyard Kipling
Bombay
Inlit
Mra, Violet
Emilte Hassett
Mary Lois Davis
John T. Halsell
Wilkes, Yeary, Knight
Pearsall
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