Literacy test sparks immigration debate in Burnett bill
The Burnett bill restricting immigration faces broad commentary as literacy tests divide opinion. President Wilson hesitates to commit until consulting Congress, while supporters praise literacy as a safeguard and opponents warn of education gaps and new citizen exploitation. A national education theme runs through the piece alongside reflections on church attendance and political pressure.
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Burnett
Congress
United States
Wilson
Abraham Lincoln
Go to Church Sunday movement warned against
A letter discusses a nationwide trend to designate Sundays as Go to Church Sundays. It argues this replaces the original worship purpose with broad proclamations and crowd drawing. The piece recalls past practice of regular church attendance in towns with pastors and weather permitting services.
February History Highlights From Ancient to Modern Times
On February 3 events include Abraham Baldwin chosen first UGA president in 1786, Illinois Territory established with Kaskaskia as government seat in 1809, and Greece independence declared by Allied Powers in 1830. Also noted are births and deaths of notable figures and regional political milestones through 1913.
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Abraham Baldwin
The
University of
Georgia
Illinois
Kaskaskia
Timothy Alden
Barnstable
Mass
New York
Greece
Commodore Isaac Hull
Philadelphia
Derby
Conn
Prince Alfred
Duke of Edinburgh
Seth Low
Columbia College
Adrianople
Tehatalja
Lighthearted Digests From Dubious Wits On Texas Newsrooms
A string of editorial quips and capsule jibes from Texas papers pokes fun at politicians scientists and farmers. Topics include liquor lore in the Rockefeller line humorous bets over water bribes and a jab at cotton prices and ad pressures. Notable quips reference San Antonio water offers Butler and Uncle Sam as well as various regional views across Corpus Christi Fort Worth and Houston papers.
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The
San Antonio Express
State Press
San Antonio
Express
Butler
Alveston News
Program for Washington Birthday Celebration in Laredo
The final Washington Birthday program runs February 20 to 25 at Leage Park with military maneuvers on February 21 and field day exercises on February 24. The five day lineup includes athletic events with Fort McIntosh soldiers, a grand street parade on February 23, hose racing, base ball, burlesque bull fights, carnival attractions and band concerts. Large visitor interest is expected as railroads offer low excursion rates to draw crowds to the border celebration.
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Washington
Leage Park
Soldier Boys
Fort McIntosh
Laredo
Cured by Dr Hobson Eczema Ointment Reported by Patient
New Orleans resident C P Catawell reports complete skin clearance after using three boxes of Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment along with three cakes of Derma Zema Soap. The Pfeiffer Chemical Co advertises the remedy as soothing antiseptic and guaranteed for 50 cents at druggists or by mail from Philadelphia and St Louis.
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Pfeiffer Chemical Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Traffic to Resume on National Lines Monterrey Nuevo Laredo
Reliable reports indicate traffic on the National Lines between Nuevo Laredo and Monterey is set to resume. Passenger and freight service operated both ways yesterday, with February 5 scheduled for full resumption on the Northern division barring unforeseen events.
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Nationa
Monterey
Mexico
City
Nuevo Laredo
Seed Shortage beefs up cane seed price in SAMES ad
Short crop drives cane seed scarcity and higher value. The advertisement urges buyers to act now, stating that SAMES MOORE and CO offer limited stock with prompt delivery and favorable terms for cane seed buyers.
Baptism of Infant Henrietta Higgins in Villegas Building
Infant Henrietta Irby Higgin s, daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Taylor Hig gins, was baptized Monday afternoon at her parents home in the Villegas building by Rev C W Cook. Sponsors were Miss Floy Rita Allen of Tennessee and Mr A Hamilton. Refreshments were served after the ceremony.
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Henrietta Irby
Frank Taylor Higgins
Villegas
Floy Rita Allen
Tennessee
A. (. Hamilton
C. W. Cook
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Praised For Croup Relief
Mrs. E. H. Thomas of Logansport Indiana reports Chamberlains Cough Remedy as the best medicine for colds and croup. She says it never fails to relieve her children promptly and she recommends it to neighbors and friends. available from all dealers.
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Chamberlain
E. H. Thomas
Logansport
Ind
Booster for the highway attracts federal support
Hon Frank Rabb collector of customs of the Laredo district arrived from Corpus Christi to attend to duties at Laredo headquarters and advocate a military highway along the Rio Grande from Eagle Pass through Laredo to Brownsville. He has long pressed for federal aid, citing recent congressional backing and favorable conditions for building the river road to improve patrol access and military mobility.
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Frank Rabb
Laredo
Corpus Christi
Sery Ce
Rabb
Rio Grande
Easle Pass
Brownsville
Morris Sheppard
Congress
The Mission at St. Peter's Church Speaks On Man Origins
A large crowd attended St. Peter's mission last evening where Rev. Father Isidor criticized pseudo scientists for linking humans to lower animals. He denounced theories denying creation in God’s image and labeled them driven by atheistic views and resentment of divine judgment. He announced the topic for tonight: What is Wrong With the World.
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United States
St. Peter's Church
Father Isidor
Notice to Property Owners Opens Tax Assessor Office
Notice from B. J. Leyendecker County Tax Assessor announcing the county courthouse office is open to receive assessments of personal and real property for 1914. Office hours are 9 to 12 and 2 to 5. Address code 1-65-30 ag as.
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County Court House
Eall
B. J. Leyendecker
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Huxsey
Darwin
Torreon
Democratic Party
Committee of “Public Safety
Port Au Prince
Haitiens
Voice OF Texas
Rockefeller
Corpus Christi Democrat
Fort Worth
Winco News
Andrew Jackson
Ben Hooper
Tennessee National Guard
Courier-Journal
North Carolina
Texas
Houston Post
U. S
Uncle Sam
Port Arthur
Corpus Christi Caller
San Benito
Spug
White House
Galveston
Roosevelt
Denison Herald
Jose Garcia
Johnson County
Cleburne
Eagle Pass News Guide
Terey
Sames, Moore & CO
Rio Grande Highway
St. Peter's
Ag As
Hall
F. J, Cheney, & CO
Toledo
Obie
Ady
Physicianea
Webb Co. Medical Society
J. T. Halsell
Richter Building
W. E. Lowry
Flores Ave
Houston
R. A. Wilson
Valdez
H. Stow Garlick
J. T. Ward
Victoria St
ORS. C. F
H. E. Kenney Osteopaths
A. E. Younkin
N. W. Corna
Market Plaza
G. C. Hiatt
Ofice
Wilcox Block Telephone
J. K. Thompson
Lincoln St
Civil Engineers
E. J. Foster
Valdez Building
Undertakers
John Convery
Architects
Luthered & Company
Western Union Telegraph Office
A.M. Horner
G. C. Horner
Dr.h. W. S. Edmunds
Red Cross Pharmacy
Calle del Dr
Hidalgo
RED Bull
Hudson
Reed’s Drug Store
Webb County
J. M. Daniel CO
Farragut Street
RM. Martinel
Wholesale Fruit and Produce Commission Merchant
Phono No
Iturbide Street
Clifford
Heflin
Sturbide Street
Ross
Poland
China
Charlie Ross
Laredo, Texas
L. Villegas & CO
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