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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1918
Page
12
The piece urges universal military training through conscription, arguing a national militia of educated volunteers can deter aggression. It compares Germany and England, critiques Lenin and the Bolsheviks, and notes political currents, suggesting phasewise training and a national service framework to defend liberty and readiness.
A critical briefing argues Bolshevik leaders resemble mob rulers from the French Revolution as allied missions exit Petrograd for the Swedish border during the harsh winter. It notes threats against Ambassador Francis over Berkman and Goldman, questions the revolution’s gains, and recalls respect for diplomats by Germany and others amid shifting international ties.
Early morning around 2 o clock the Laredo region experienced a light chill and moisture across roofs. Residents recall similar happenings in the past and wonder if it was rain, noting there was not enough moisture to confirm. Some foresee a future downpour that will bring back memories of bygone good years.
Three Mexican protocol members traveling from Mexico City will reach Nuevo Laredo this afternoon and accompany the new French minister Mr DeJean to Mexico City in a special car. They will meet him in Laredo on Sunday and escort him to the City of Mexico. The current French minister in Mexico will sail from Vera Cruz to France on orders. DeJean arrives from the French embassy in Washington.
A letter to The Times from Laredo urges soil prep and heavy manuring to start home gardens as part of a food conservation drive. It calls for barnyard manure, wood ashes, deep plowing, steady nitrate of soda use with ample watering, and early planting to avoid midsummer heat while enabling canning for heated months. It highlights two preferred bush lima beans Hendersons and speckled lima, notes local growers Santa Rosa Farms Simon and Johnson, and advises ready ordering for quick delivery. It also lists green bean varieties suited to late frosts, including Early Six Weeks, French Mohawk, Early Refugee, Stringless Green Pod Burpee strain, Black Valentine, and Stringless Green Pod as best overall.
Old Kentucky Wonder beans rust badly in many seasons. For dry or shell beans use Tepary, a small white bean known as the small navy, which tolerates heat and drought while shading soil and fixing nitrogen. Plant in succession every 10 to 14 days, rows 2 to 2.5 feet apart, seeds 4 to 6 inches (snap) or 8 to 10 inches (lima) apart. Secure at least a pint of each variety for seed, a quart ensures several plantings.
Weather notes report a brief morning shower with scattered rainfall along the I and G N line and light rain from Laredo to Corpus Christi. San Diego saw heavier rain near an inch, while the Texas Mexico line experienced a light fall. A second shower at 4 am yielded only a brief sprinkle. The article ends with hope for a substantial, sustained downpour.
Friends report Mrs. Geo. A. Camphuis is improving after a serious home accident in which her dress caught fire from a heater. She suffered painful burns to the body face and hands but is now on the road to recovery and doing as well as could be expected.
A special election will be held in the 79th Representative District next Friday for a successor to Walter Woodul who resigned to become assistant adjutant general of Texas. Candidates announced are Paul W. Evans and Ewin A. Atlee, two local attorneys with a closely contested race anticipated. Polling places in city wards and county precincts are listed in the call signed by County Judge Page.
A heartfelt note expressing gratitude to all who assisted in sorrow after the death of Edmundo Lopez. Thanks extended to those who helped during the hours of sorrow, at the funeral, and those who sent floral tributes. Special thanks to the military authorities.
A brief promo notes available daily access to THE TIMES with a 50 cent per month subscription price. It invites readers to watch for opportunities and stay updated through regular issue delivery.
The Laredo Chamber of Commerce reports the Interstate Commerce Commission and the American Railway Association assure sufficient refrigerator and ventilator cars for the Bermuda onion movement in April through June. The commission promises to provide extra help if needed, with no anticipated equipment shortfall. Last year, officials appealed for rapid equipment clearance to assist Southwest Texas onions, and all possible aid was provided.
The A. A. Wortham Shows arrive by special train next Tuesday to unload gear and erect tents on the vacant block south of the old Texas Mexican station between Flores and Convent Avenues. The carnival opens next Thursday and runs ten days with increasingly varied attractions for Laredo residents.
Private Murphy writes from France thanking Thompson for Times Tobacco Fund donation and promises to send a splinter of wood from the Kaiser's head, noting possible delay but that it will arrive.
notice announces C. G. Brewster has taken over the Custom House brokerage business of the late Mr James J Haynes and asks patrons to continue support. The office remains in the Hamilton Hotel building and the contact phone number is 751. Dated February 8.
Notice of annual stockholders meeting of Rio Grande and Eagle Pass By to be held at the company offices in Laredo Texas on Thursday March 7 1918 at 3 pm for election of directors and other business. The board of directors meeting follows at the same place and date. Laredo Texas February 5 1918. 25-30t
Saturday events include Busy Bees meeting with Marjorie Fish in the afternoon and Red Cross Knitting Circle with Mrs. W. W. MacGregor at four. Also Ladies Night at the 37th Infantry Club. Sunday gatherings feature Epworth League at 6 30 and Christian Endeavor at 6 45 at local churchs. B Y P U Senior and Junior meet at Creath Memorial Baptist Church at 6 45. Christian Church gathering at 7. Monday Red Cross Surgical Room directed by Mrs. H qa Earnest at 2 30 pm.
A society page lists Mrs. William Cody visiting Laredo from Corpus Christi and returning home, Mr. and Mrs. Jerome O’Sell planning a Creveton visit, and Mrs. Emma Bracken traveling to Nebraska for a grandmother’s illness. Club meetings include Parish Guild at Christ Church, Tuesday Musical and Literary Club’s Feb 12 session, Camp Fire Girls activities, and Camp Fire outings with a Chacon camp supper.
Emma Hodge and a group of friends attended Mrs James A Wilson’s refined afternoon tea with pink carnations violets and maidenhair ferns adorning the home. Guests included Miss Alice Penn and Mesdames Wilson Fish and Barlow while Misses Maria and Zara Mowry aided hospitality. Sand wiches olives and mints were served as Villar's orchestra played.
Representatives of every U S food canning company are urged to attend the eleventh annual convention of the National Canned Food and Dried Fruit Brokers Association and the Canning Machinery and Supplies Association in Boston as war needs grow. Nearly 5 000 delegates expected with Charles H Bentley leading the government representation. Ladies of the association form the home economics section and will hold daily sessions led by Mrs Walter J Sears of Chillicothe Ohio.
Mrs Frank Crocker of Pana NL writes about her five year old son Paul who suffered a severe winter cold that settled on his lungs and caused terrible coughing. After trying other medicines with no effect, a neighbor recommended Chamberlains Cough Remedy and the first dose helped him greatly until he was cured.
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