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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1918
Page
4
Wednesday’s column argues that army life should prioritize combat readiness over indulgence and comfort. It rails against pampering and stresses that modern warfare demands brute efficiency, discipline, and relentless resolve, while warning of Kaiser imperial decline and a looming German civil revolt.
A biblical Absalom motif frames a Berlin report of the crown prince leading a bid to force Kaiser Wilhelm II to abdicate. The movement accuses the Kaiser of yielding to socialists while a Berlin newspaper charges the regime with surrendering the empire. The piece ends by asking who is to blame for the crisis.
London has grown calm over the deaths of forty six people in a German raid. The author laments that fear has faded and the city risks treating such tragedies as normal, a chilling reflection on endurance and memory.
The note laments a lack of sun and warmth compared to past years and suggests travel farther south, stating an ice gorge could sweep away steam ships on the Tennessee River as a sign to seek the true Sunny South in La redo.
The piece notes Bolshevik concerns over the current government’s war effort and proposes a coalition of socialist factions. It cites medical figures from the army Medical Department showing a venereal disease rate of 1.4 per 1000 among troops, equivalent to 14 per 10,000.
The Times announces Paul W. Evang as a candidate for Representative from Webb County to fill the vacancy caused by Walter Woodul’s resignation. A special election is set for February 15, 1918, in Webb County, called by the Governor. J A Atlee is also announced as a candidate for Representative from the 79th District to be voted on at the same special election.
Classified listing notes monetary opportunities with emphasis on profitable ventures. Lacks specific entities or actionable details, offering only a cryptic cash emphasis and vague promising language.
A chronology notes births and deaths of figures like John Fairfield and Nathaniel Banks, plus events from 1835 to 1917.entries include Richard Lawrence’s attempted assassination of Andrew Jackson, the Brazilian shelling of Rio harbor, the Alaskan boundary treaty, William Goebel’s disputed election, King Frederick VIII’s accession, and wartime actions in 1915 1916 1917.
Thrift Stamps cost 25 cents each and can be exchanged for War Saving Stamps, which rise in value monthly. In Laredo both post office and Laredo National Bank offer the stamps, with War Savings stamps redeemable at $5 on January 1, 1928, costing $4.12 this month and $4.18 next month. Many local children start savings accounts by buying stamps, nine teen or more per card, turning sixteen Thrift Stamps into a War Savings Stamp.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt marked his 46th birthday as assistant secretary of the Navy. He hails from the prominent Roosevelt family of New York and received education at Harvard and Columbia Law School. His early reputation came from Albany where he served in the New York State Senate. Since 1916 he has remained in his post, largely focused on naval affairs.
Dr. Barney Royston of Evansville shot a rabbit in a neighbor’s yard. The neighbor’s daughter claimed the catch and returned it to him with a shell, saying she didn’t want him to lose anything by the shot.
If you have trouble with your stomach you should try Chamberlain's Tablets. Many have been restored to health by their use and the cost is only 25 cents, making a trial worthwhile.
A terse note describes an individual who thinks independently and handles both personal and national business in a straightforward manner. It mentions interest in Times Want Ads and money making opportunities.
Zapata county reports drilling ongoing with producing strata found at 184 to 900 feet. Geologists expect deeper tests to reveal a heavy producing layer, linking the Zapata field with Piedras Pintas belt and nearby gas areas near the Rio Grande. No railroad exists yet from Laredo to Zapata, but a line may be built if profitable production continues.
Notice of dissolution states the partnership Whitaker and Brennan under the style Whitaker & Brennan is dissolved by mutual agreement. Outstanding accounts should be mailed to the undersigned for adjustment.
Herman G Schwesinger who served Emperor Maximilian of Mexico died at his Berkeley home aged 78 He survived a firing squad during the Maximilian era and later helped build the Mexican railroad He later engaged in mercantile affairs in California He is survived by his widow and two daughters
Leonard Haynes of Zapata County sold his large herd and leased his Venado ranch for five years to John Jackson of San Antonio. The deal, valued in excess of 100000 dollars, includes some horses and other livestock. Cattle gathering for delivery is underway in the city, with pasture conditions described as good after recent rains.
Texas-Mexican trains run to Corpus Christi with No 1 at 1 20 p m and No 3 at 8 30 p m. No 2 from Corpus Christi arrives 2 10 p m and No 4 arrives 7 05 p m. International and Great Northern offers a through fast to St Louis leaving 11 00 a m and arriving 4 15 p m. Night train departs at and arrives at.
Train No 1t departs Laredo daily except Sunday at 8 a m and reaches Minera at 10 20 a m. Train No 2 leaves Minera daily except Sunday at 1 p m and arrives Laredo at 3 16 p m.
The Retail Lumber Dealers Association of the State of New York opened its annual convention in Albany with enthusiastic loyalty to the Government and a pledge to aid war prosecution. Sessions will run several days focusing on wartime problems affecting the lumber trade.
An old advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a safe substitute for calomel to cleanse blood bowels and liver. It promises clearer skin and relief from dullness, bad breath, constipation, and pimples after a few nights use. Sold in 10c and 25c boxes by druggists.
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