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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1923
Page
3
The Laredo Times lists daily and weekly subscriptions with rates for domestic and international delivery. It notes publication cheek by mail and carrier options and requires advance payment, with second class post office filing under the 1879 act.
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Monday’s Daily notes a fresh uproar in the senate over unparliamentary language by Senator Heflin of Alabama. The piece recalls Heflin’s streetcar fight past and his attack on Senator Wadsworth of New York, calls the remark improper, and says the vice president ordered it expunged. It criticizes Heflin for resorting to personalities, contrasts with decorum shown by earlier senators, and warns that press reaction and cartoons will continue.
The text notes lawmakers and their employers may retaliate when reporters are treated unfairly, arguing that reporters are not protected by senatorial courtesy and could face backlashes for stepping on political turf.
A Texas representative's plan to tax all income over 800 per year draws sharp opposition. The editorial warns the levy would burden modest earners, citing high rates, universal reach, and vague use of proceeds while urging voters to oppose the measure.
A seller advertises surplus stock of leather shoes in sizes 544 to le with dark tan color and bellows toe. Buyers may pay on delivery or by money order and refunds are offered if the shoes do not match the representation. The notice invites prompt responses and cautions about post payments.
Oil operators in Webb and adjacent counties face new field rules for the Laredo oil and gas fields. The Texas Railroad Commission, after surveys by Deputy Supervisors Rison and Arnold, holds a public hearing on February 10 at Austin to consider amendments. Rules cover casing inspection, cementing, testing, gas use limits, high pressure fittings, water handling, and prohibition of sump pits without permits. Signed by Chairman Clarence E. Gilmore and Commissioner Earle B. Mayfield.
The region reports heavy snow and sleet from Miranda City to Laredo, lowering temperatures to near freezing. Discrepancies arise between thermometers at Border Gas Co. and Fort McIntosh, as snow blankets ground and citrus crops endure a hard freeze.
A six member Kiwanis delegation met with the Chamber of Commerce in a joint session on February 1 to push a long term plan for Laredo public schools and financing. Speakers urged raising property valuations to fund a modern school system covering the city’s growth for ten to twenty years, while praising local teachers trustees and admins for their efforts. The meeting backed forming a permanent educational committee and pledging full cooperation to develop a comprehensive program and paving connections to schools and the highway network.
Notice to all interested in the estate of W Schulte deceased Catherine Tin has filed in Webb County Court a probate application for the last will and testament and testamentary letters to be heard at the next term starting March 3 1925 at the Laredo County Court House. All interested may appear and contest the account and the writ must be returned with execution instructions.
Dermatologist and chiropodist promises painless removal of callosities fungus warts moles corns and ingrowing nails with latest nonacid methods. Will visit residence on request call or phone Bender Hotel for appointment.
United States weather bureau forecast from New Orleans via The Times. Tonight mostly fair with temperatures 20 to 30. Tuesday fair with rising temperatures. Fort McIntosh observations show 24 hours ending 7 am with a max of 36 and min of 27 degrees, wind from the north and cloudy skies.
Four University of Texas architecture students including Fernando V Sauvignet are chosen to study at the Fontainebleau School of Fine Arts in France. Tau Beta Pi Alpha confirms Sauvignet’s UT membership and leadership among the four selected for the prestigious summer program.
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