Tanlac credited for daughter’s recovery in Texas farm report
J C Hastings of Alice Texas praises Tanlac after two years of stomach trouble neuralgia and exhaustion. He recounts severe pain night awakenings and inability to rise, but says his daughter now handles housework and feels like a different person. Tanlac sold in Laredo by Windrow Drug Co.
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Tanlac
J. C. Hastings
Alice
Texas
Taniac
Tanlae
Laredo
Windrow Drug Co
Adv
Funeral of Private Edmundo Lopez Held with Military Honors
The drafted Private Edmundo Lopez of Laredo died in Camp Greene from pneumonia and was buried yesterday in his hometown with military honors. The Thirty-seventh Infantry band led the procession from the Lopez home at 707 Victoria Street to the city cemetery, with six former companions bearing the casket draped in an American flag. Active pallbearers included Raymundo Vazques, Rodolfo Sanez, Anastacio Botello, Arturo Buitron, Manuel Morales, and Jose Martinez.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmundo Lopez
Laredo
Camp Greene
N. Y
Mateo Lopez
Victoria Street
Uncle Sam
Thirty-seventh Infantry
Raymundo N. Vazques
Rodolfo Sancez
Anastacio Botello
Arturo Buitron
Manuel Morales
José Martinez
Dean's Kidney Pills Back Pain Remedy Ad
Laredo reader W. S. Durborow reports dull back ache and sharp twinges worsened by stooping. He says Dean's Kidney Pills, bought at Ideal Drug Store, relieve the pain. Price 60c at all dealers. FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY factory claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Dean
Durborow
Hidalgo St
Mr. Durborow
Foster-Milburn Co
Msgrs
Buffalo N. Y
Notice to Pistol Carriers in Laredo Texas
Beginning this date the Intelligence Officer will not issue permits for ammunition purchases without an order from Mayor Mc Comb of the City of Laredo Texas. CAPT. A. L. CHEEK, 2-6-51.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McComb
City of
Laredo
Texas
A. L. Cheek
Society Notes and Club Meetings Schedule
Mrs Violet and Oberfeldt editor announces Friday activities with a tea hosted by Mrs James A Wilson. Blue Bird and Swastiska Camp Fire Girls meet at Mrs A Poggenpohl's home at 4 for a hike to the Chacon. Macdonald recital at Market Hall at 6. Boy Scouts Troop 2 meet at 7. Weekly hop at the Latin American Club from 8 to 12. St Ursula's Guild meets 2:30 at Ursuline convent. Busy Bees meet with Marjorie Fish afternoon. Red Cross Knitting Circle with Mrs W W MacGregor at 4. Ladies Night at the 17th Infantry Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Wilson
Blue Bird and
Swastiska
A. Poggenpohl
Chacon
Macdonald
Market Hall
Boy Scouts of
Troop No. 2
St. Ursula's Guild
Ursuline Convent
Red Cross Knitting Circle
W. W. MacGregor
17Th Infantry Club
Notice of Probate Will for Feliz Rodriguez de Chapa
Public notice in Webb County Texas states Feliz Rodriguez de Chapa estate probate filing by Francisco Chapa executor. Hearing set at Webb County Court in Laredo on the third Monday in February 1918 with all interested persons invited to contest. Court clerk J A Rodriguez issues writ for publication and return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Texas
Feliz Rodriguez de Chapa
Francisco Chapa
Webb County
Laredo
Texas
A. D
J. A. Rodriguez
Webb.Co
After the games guests receive towels and hose
Honor guests received a towel with crocheted edges and silken hose as part of post game hospitality. A two course luncheon followed with attendees including Mesdames Epstein, A Wormser, Joseph, Vidales, J Moser, Sauvignet, Martin, Leyendecker, Vidaduri, Morton, Daiches, Dodd, Dr Helene Kenney and the Misses Sauvignet, Alexander and Hamilton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesdames Epstein
A. Wormser
Joseph
Vidales
J. Moser
Sauvignet
Martin
Leyendecker
Vidaurii
Morton
Daiches
Dodd
Helene Kenney
Alexander and Hamilton
Train Timetable for Corpus Christi Routes
Train No. 1 leaves for Corpus Christi at 1 20 p m. Train No. 3 leaves for Corpus Christi at 8 30 p m. Train No. 2 arrives from Corpus Christ at 2 10 p m. Train No. 4 arrives from Corpus Christi at 7 06 p m.
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Corpus Christi
Corpus Christ
International & Great Northern trains to St Louis and beyond
Through fast train for St Louis leaves at 11:00 a.m. and arrives 4:15 p.m. Night Train schedule shows a departure times and arrivals. Rilo Grande Eagle Pass service runs Train No 1 from Laredo daily except Sunday at 8:00 a.m. arrives Minera 10:20 a.m. Train No 2 from Minera daily except Sunday at 1:00 p.m. arrives Laredo 3:16 p.m.
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Rilo Grande
Eagle Pass
Laredo
Minera
War era women fill jobs and lead roles nationwide
Wages for Ohio women up 50 percent in three years while 40,000 English women work at military bases in France. Philadelphia plans a women only detective bureau. England sees 1.25 million women doing former male tasks. Seattle taxis run by women. grain tester jobs discussed. Virginia fights to admit women to college. Daughters of the Confederacy halts most work to focus on education. A California woman runs an auto stage line. Barnard College requires all students to perform war service two hours weekly. Port Townsend sailors volunteer as three women sign on. Eight bridesmaids, ushered by women, attend a Glen Ridge wedding due to male shortages.
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Ohio
France
Philadelphia
England
Seattle
University of Virginia
Daughters of the Confederacy
California
Alhambra
San Francisco
Barnard College
Port Townsend
Wash
When You Have a Cold Chamberlains Cough Remedy Praise
Mrs Frank Crocker ana NL writes how her five year old son Paul suffered severe cold with lung involvement and terrible coughing spells. A neighbor recommended Chamberlains Cough Remedy and after one dose he improved markedly and was cured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Frank Crocker
Ana
Paul
Class A Men to Camp Travis From Webb County Exemption Board
The Webb County Exemption Board informs Laredo registrants that during February 23, 1918, the White Class A men in the deferred quota will be sent to Camp Travis, Texas. Negroes are not to be entrained on that date, with a future call for their portion. Major John C Townes Jr notes all Class A registrants who pass physicals and are certified will be sent to the national army at Camp Travis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webb County
Adjutant General’s Department
Laredo
Camp Travis
Austin
Texas
American Railway Association
Chicago
Illinois
John C. Townes, Jr
Infantry
U.S. A
National Army
Austin visitor listed among Hamilton guests and locals
A long list of names visits and stays at the Hamilton, including Lewis of Austin Ed Mueller Fort Worth and several guests from San Antonio Dallas Mexico City and Houston. The roster features notable figures such as J Hazelrigg and J Taylor plus officers like John Ryan 27th Infantry and others from diverse cities and countries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
U.S. A
M. Grossman
Dallas
IL. L. Allen
San Antonio
S. H. Lewis
Austin
G. B. L. Carter
D. C. Macumber
Randall Seedeman
Houston
F. L. Frawley
Galveston
Guillermo Gomez
St. Louis
C. E. Wallace
R. Kh. Deverly
New England Skating Titles Open in Pittsfield
Pittsfield Mass Feb 8 The speediest skaters from several states compete in the New England Skating Association opening events The two day program features 440 880 one mile two miles five miles and ten miles races plus the Breakspears mile special An open professional one mile event and a relay race between Boston and Springfield teams are also slated for the carnival's early portion
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsfield
Mass
New England Skating Association
New England
Boston
Springfield
Roosevelt In Stable Condition After Surgery Report
The condition of Colonel Roosevelt following surgery for fistula and ear abscesses was described as unchanged by his attending physician. He reportedly slept well and rested comfortably through the night, according to Associated Press dispatches from New York. Separately, an unconfirmed report claimed Bolsheviks drove out allied missions at Petrograd and were heading toward the Swedish frontier, received at the state department via American minister Morris at Stockholm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis
Petrograd
Sweden
Associated Press
New York
Roosevelt
Washington
State Department
Morris
Stockholm
Treasury Certificates Pledged by Banks in U S Plan
Washington February telegrams from numerous banking institutions pledge support for a four percent short term treasury certificate issue. Secretay McAdoo receives assurances they will back the plan to the best of their facilities and many indicate amounts they will subscribe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Times
Washington
Feb. S
Treasury
McAdowe
Ought to Think Ships Speech Urges Shipbuilding Patriotism
Major Frederick Palmer, Pershing staff censor, tells National Press Club to boost ship production. He urges women and children to think ships, wear metal ship pins, give toy ships to children, and support riveters and volunteers to maximize daily output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Times
Washington
Frederick Palmer
Gen. Pershing
National Press Club
Ups and Downs in War on Submarines
Secretary of the Navy Daniels spoke on the submarine campaign noting ups and downs. He said the war requires constant vigilance and a growing destroyer fleet, with ongoing research on new devices. He affirmed progress and confidence that the United States and allies will win, while stressing relentless effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times
Washington
Navy
Daniels
United States
Waldeck Zbyszko vs Earl Caddock World Heavyweight Title
Des Moines Iowa February eight fans expect a top matchup as Waldeck Zbyszko faces Earl Caddock for the world heavyweight wrestling championship. Zbyszko claims the title after a New York tournament, and the match could draw the largest crowd yet with Camp Dodge soldiers among spectators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Waldeck Zbyszko
Earl Caddock
Joe Stecher
Zbyszko
New York
Camp Dodge
Yaddock
Anniversary Celebration for Dr Anna E Broomall
The fiftieth anniversary of Dr Anna E Broomall’s association with the Woman’s Hospital of Philadelphia is to be marked with an appropriate celebration at an early date. She served as resident physician and later as consulting physician.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna E. Broomall
Woman's Hospital of
Philadelphia
Tuscania Loss Figures Revised Higher
London Feb 8 revised figures indicate Tuscania loss of life is higher than yesterday's 101, with totals near 200. Embassy reports put dead at 101 while the British admiralty estimates say about 210, due to missing as well. A joint British and American military funeral for the Tuscania dead is being arranged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tuscania
Austrian Cabinet Resigns Amid Political Turmoil
Vienna dispatch reports Austrian Prime Minister Seydler has submitted the cabinet’s resignation to Emperor Charles. The move comes amid escalating political tensions in Austria as leaders seek to ease a crisis gripping the government.
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Amsterdam
Seydler
Charles
Vietina
Americans Keep Up Fire Across German Front in France
With the American Army in France, American artillery maintains harassing fire on German lines. Batteries trenches crossroads dugouts lights railways and houses where enemy troops are billetted continue to be bombarded under the ongoing exchange of shelling and skirmishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Food Riots in Petrograd Strike Looting and Death Toll
Petrograd dispatches report fresh outbreaks of looting in the city as wine cellars, jewelry shops and clothing, and food and drug stores are sacked. Troops fired to quell the disturbances with an estimated 120 killed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Petrograd
Silence on Brest-Litovsk talks continues in London
London reports no official comment on Brest-Litovsk negotiations with only unconfirmed German rumors. A deputation of Russian troops from Bukowina is said to be en route to Brest-Litovsk, while no explanations are offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Brest-Litovsk
Bukowina
Red Guard Lost Heavily in Finnish Clash
Stockholm February 8 The Red Guard reportedly suffered about 3000 killed in a clash with Finnish provisional government troops at Korkenkose near Tammerfors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Guard
Stockholm
Korkenkose
Tammerfors
Favor Registering All Young Men at 21
Washington reads that the senate military committee ordered a favorable report on the war department bill amending the selective draft law to require registration of men at 21 and base quotas on Class A numbers rather than state population. The exemption at 81 and the 19 and over registration proposal were rejected.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate Military Committee Today
War Department
Pink Tea Mystery on Streetcar Involved Soldier Wear
On a crowded street car a woman knits while another embeds dainty white embroidery. After the conductor punches her ticket he asks in curiosity where a soldier would wear that. The moment blends social chatter with a small fashion puzzle in a bustling city scene.
Eight Hour Day Not Widely Observed Rail Workers
Washington February 8 railroad workers eight hour day not generally observed says President Hertling of the Switchmen's Union before the Railway Wage Commission. He cites the lack of penalties for overtime under the eight hour law and notes the sixteen hour rule is more often observed due to indictment penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hertling
Switchmen’s Union
Railway Wage Commission
Abandon Heatless Mondays Fuel Ad Ban Lifted
Washington on February 8 reports a move to end heatless Mondays as fuel ad bans are lifted. Officials indicate policy shift aims to ease energy restrictions and bolster commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate extends war insurance to April 12 for active service
The Senate adopted a joint resolution extending Uncle Sam’s war risk insurance to April 12. The extension applies to individuals in active war service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Times
Washington
Senate
Rockefeller Wedding Set at University Place Church
In New York the University Place Presbyterian Church on Tenth Street will host tomorrow the first Rockefeller family wedding in years. Groom elect William A. Rockefeller, son of Mr and Mrs William Rockefeller and grand nephew of John D. Rockefeller, will wed Florence Lincoln, daughter of Mr and Mrs Frederic W. Lincoln. A small group of relatives and close friends will attend, followed by a reception at the Lincoln home on West Fifty-third Street.
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New York
Feb
University Place Presbyterian Church
Tenth Street
Rockfeller
William A. Klockfeller
William Rockfeller
John D. Rockfeller
Florence Lincoln
Frederic W. Lincoln
Mardi Gras Visitors Fill New Orleans Hotels
New Orleans hosts swelling crowds for the annual Mardi Gras carnival with many early arrivals from the North and other regions. Mayor Behrman orders no masking on Mardi Gras Day next Tuesday, a first in over six decades, altering the traditional Shrove Tuesday celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Behrman
Public Auction at Port of Laredo for Seized Sugar Flour Lard
The Office of Deputy Collector of Customs Port of Laredo announces a public auction to the highest bidder for cash. On February 14, 1918 at 10:00 a.m. at the Custom House a jar of sugar flour and lard seized for violation of the President's proclamation dated August 27, 1918 will be offered. Mary Devine Deputy Collector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port of Laredo
Custom House
Mary
Devine
Dietary tips to ease constipation and quick relief
The article notes that cheese tea and boiled milk tend to slow bowel movements while raw fruits especially apples and bananas along with graham and whole wheat bread promote bowel activity. For severe constipation it recommends taking one or two Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper.
Administration Abandons Fuelless Mondays in South
The administration has ended fuelless Mondays south of Virginia due to warm weather and improved railway traffic. Officials anticipate abandoning fuelless Mondays in the east after next Monday and expect relief from the half holiday Saturday and Lincoln's birthday anniversary Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Lincoln
Fatal Airplane Crash at Call Field Fatal in Wichita Falls
In Wichita Falls Texas on February 8 a cadet from Oakland California named Hubert Yame died when his plane fell several hundred feet during a flight at Call field. The morning wreck marks the first fatal accident at the air facility this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita Falls
Texas
Callfield
Hubert Yame
Oakland
California
Smoot Pushes Monthly Faust Day to Conserve Food
In Washington the senate debated how to cope with a food shortage. Senator Smoot urged a monthly fast day to conserve food supplies while Senator Borah argued the issue lay more in transportation and labor problems than in actual shortage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smoot
Washinton
Senate
Borah
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