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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1918
Page
6
From Monday's Daily, Senator Stone dismisses rumors that he headed a group to foment strikes in Teutonic countries. The piece argues the charges are absurd, noting Stone's long record as a friend of Germany and his past stance on the Lusitania issue, while suggesting German interests may seek to use him for political leverage.
A portrait of John L Sullivan as a famed fighter who faced defeat by a younger foe. The piece notes his late-life abstinence, charitable nature, and critique of compulsory prohibition, while contrasting his decline with the dangers of alcohol and the era’s temperance views. It also touches on other wartime dangers and social issues of the time.
The text suggests Germans will not accuse Mr Stone of betrayal of the German emperor. They will likely publish stories to keep the public calm and may reward him with an iron cross for doubting his loyalty, underscoring the fragility of perceived loyalty to the sovereign.
Special election to fill the unexpired term of Walter F Woodall for the 79th District. Polls open February 1 1918 at precincts 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 in Laredo Aguilares and surrounding properties. GEO R PAGE Webb Co Judge issues precinct locations and deadlines.
Laredo resident W. S. Durborow reports back pain and difficulty stooping due to cold spells. He purchases Dean's Kidney Pills from the Deal Drug Store and says the pills remove the trouble. Price 60 cents at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
John Mitchell, long prominent miner and labor leader, is 48 today. From Illinois mining roots, he rose in the Knights of Labor and United Mine Workers, led major Pennsylvania anthracite strikes, and later shaped New York’s Industrial Commission and workers compensation program.
Yesterday Tamaulipas held a state election with Mata Moros Victoria and Nuevo Laredo reporting, for governor between General Lopez de Lara and General Luis Caballero. Early indications favor de Lara by a good margin though results were not definite at press time.
An advertisement touts Herbine as a fast action remedy for bowel irregularity. It urges taking a nightly dose before bed and claims the user will feel better the next day. The price is 50 cents, and it is sold by all druggists.
The Food Administration regulates sugar from producer to wholesaler while urging households to keep retail purchases at 8 to 9 cents a pound amid a global shortage. Hoover notes the program saved at least $180 million in four months and details refiners' profit limits, Cuban pricing, and plans for next year's import committees to balance Allied needs and American consumption.
A collage of brief items from the city scene notes Valentine displays in stores, upcoming weather quirks, land bid openings by the land board, and routine notices. It records milk delivery contact, council meetings, teaching assignments in Laredo, car services, and imports from Mexico. It mentions District Court in Carrizo Springs, lodging houses, and social notices including a funeral mass and a medical anecdote about Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
Notice for a special business meeting of the Laredo Chapter Red Cross set for Thursday evening February 7 at 8 PM in Elks Hall. Full attendance requested by order of the Chairman. Miss Anita Bruland, Secretary.
A short health note claims gas in the stomach or bowels signals a torpid liver and advises taking Herb ine as a rapid remedy. Describes Herbine as a liver stimulant and bowel purifier, priced at 50e and sold by all druggists.
Lieutenant Colonel Arthur J. Eliott known as Captain Elliott of Battery B Missouri 1st Field Artillery spent a day in Laredo meeting friends after receiving his commission and a new rank. He earned colonel status at Camp Travis officers school and will report to Fort Sill. Former Captain Rumbold of Battery A, recently stationed in Washington, also was commissioned a full colonel and assigned to Fort Sill.
Registration of German and Austrian Hungarian residents of Webb county who lack naturalization papers started this morning. Chief Brennan, police chief, is chief registrar. Blank forms are available at the police station in the city hall to meet the federal act requirements.
A child with intestinal worms is handicapped in growth. A few doses of White's Cream Vermi Fuge destroys and expels worms, the child improves and thrives wonderfully. Price 215e per bottle. Sold by all druggists.
Six large warehouses in North and South Laredo will be auctioned tomorrow morning in front of the county courthouse to liquidate the Laredo Truck Growers Association. Each building is substantial, in good condition, and bids start for cash to the highest bidder. Strong bidding anticipated as buyers seek value.
J A Ortiz city treasurer of Laredo Texas announces readiness to pay all outstanding warrants for 1917 with interest to cease January 31 1918. The notice dates January 31 1918 and urges claimants to present warrants for payment.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets, created by a practicing physician, provide a natural laxative effect without calomel. The sugar-coated olive-colored tablets soothe the bowels and liver to normal function, reducing griping and even improving bad breath with a small bedtime dose.
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