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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1916

Page

6

Laredo Times Penn Publishing Company Ad Rates

Publication info for Laredo Times Penn Publishing Co lists subscription prices and methods. Includes daily and weekly rates for United States Mexico and Canada, with mail delivery and carrier options. Advertising rates available on application and communications address in Laredo Texas.

United States Mexico Canada Laredo New Laredo Penn Publishing CO Telephone Texas

A Mistaken Notion About Mexican Assassins and Government

A Monday Daily excerpt argues against labeling crime in Mexico as hatred of Mexicans. It defends punishing American victims’ killers, critiques the Carranza regime’s failures, and warns that recognition did not bring protection or peace. The piece condemns the de facto government as unable to govern or pacify the country.

Mexico Georgia United States Carranza Porfirio Diaz King Stork Log

Potash Search urged for U S drillers amid war rise

The United States Geological Survey urges all well drillers to watch drill cuttings and salt waters for potash as German shipments dwindle. Potash prices have surged from about 40 to over 400 a ton, threatening farmers. The piece notes deposits may exist in U S salt beds, gypsum regions, and carbonate of soda areas, urging independent domestic production. It warns of phosphate and potash dependencies, cites German control over fertilizers, and calls for renewed raw material discovery at home.

United States Geological Survey United States Germany Spain Michigan Atlantic Bulletin of the Geological Survey

Uprising Leaders Prospers While Citizens Face Starvation

The text asserts the uprising was not a popular movement and condemns its leaders as the only beneficiaries. It laments that while millions near starvation, those leaders live in abundance. It also notes ongoing serious cases among Americans and calls for accountability.

Birthday tribute to Ribot marks 74th birthday

Alexander Felix Joseph Ribot, veteran French statesman and finance chief, turns 74. The long-serving diplomat and politician has held Foreign Affairs, Interior, Finance, and Prime Minister posts, helped forge the Franco Russian alliance and entente with Britain, and has governed during wartime finance. He was born February 7, 1842 in Saint Omer and has long influenced French diplomacy. The item notes Ribot’s marriage to Minnie Burelli of Chicago and his ties to the American stage.

Alex. Felix Joseph Ribot Alexander Felix Joseph Ribot Ribot France England M. Ribot St. Omer Republic Paris America Minnie Burelli Chicago

Floods, contracts, and warnings echo in a noisy page

A mosaic of stray items notes flood control debates with Jeff McLemore named for a congressional committee role. An arrest in Canada ties to Parliament photos after a capitol fire. A worker sues for 20000 over an eye injury from a rope while warned to beware open streetcar excavations.

Jeff McLemore Pew Congressional Committee On

Colds Need Attention Warns of Throat and Chest Trouble

Health notice promotes Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a remedy for cold symptoms. It claims the product loosens phlegm, destroys germs in the throat or nose, soothes and heals, and antiseptic Vine plus honey provide medicinal qualities. Sold by all druggists at 25 cents.

Laredo election order seeks $80,000 bonds for school buildings

The City of Laredo orders an election on March 4, 1916 to issue $80,000 in bonds repayable in 40 years with 5 percent interest to fund three new permanent school buildings in wards one through four. The measure includes tax support and sinking fund, with polling places and appointed election officials. The order suspends charter read requirements due to public necessity and directs notice publication in the Laredo Daily Times.

City of Laredo City of Laredo State of Texas Austin Francisco Sanchez Garza Turbide Street Fire Engine M. A. Hirsch M. B. Potts C. A. Swedberg L. Marulanda J. H. Dodier J. J. Garcia D. Sanchez Amador Garcia Inez Garcia Ramon Wm. Henry G. R. Jimenez J. M. Martin Leopoldo Villegas Jno A. Applewhite A. R. Garcia H. E. Garcia D. H. Sanchez J. Trevisio, Jr C. C. Biggio E. H. Buenz Alphonse Wormser J. Maxcy Pace H. A. McClendon Geo. M. Campbell Robert McComb

Local notes on fiestas and theatre crowds in Laredo and Nuevo Laredo

Local items recall a subdued Nuevo Laredo fiesta for 1857 liberal constitution anniversary and church attendance invites. Clara Kimball Young stars in Camille at the Strand drawing crowds, while the Royal Opera House offers Patt and Mabel Adrift with Fatty Arbuckle and Mabel Normand. Community notices include a George Washington birthday celebration, business ads, court term in Carrizo Springs, and job offerings.

Nuevo Laredo Sonora News Company Clara Kimball Young Camille Saft’s Royal Opera House Patt Mabel Fatty Arbuckle Mabel Normand

Laredo Poised for New Business Buildings in Key Districts

Reports say several new brick centers will rise in Laredo within weeks. Plans call for a handsome three story office building and others on Farragut Hidalgo Lincoln streets with possible sites on Convent Avenue and Flores Avenue. Prospects include wholesale houses drawing Northern Mexico business as peace returns to the region.

Laredo Farragut Hidalgo Lincoln Convent Avenue Flores Avenue

Gas in Stomach Relief With Herbine Liver Stimulant

A short notice touts Herbine as a marvelous liver stimulant and bowel purifier to relieve gas in the stomach or bowels. Claims quick relief and urges purchase from all druggists with price indicated.

No Reason Not To Try Dean's Kidney Pills Says Local User

A Laredo resident James Webber of Hidalgo Street reports back pain relief after two weeks of ineffective medicines. He credits Dean's Kidney Pills with complete removal of trouble in a few days. Price 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.

Laredo James Webber Hidalgo St Dean Mr. Webber Foster-Milburn Co., Props Buffalo N. Y

Go to Church Sunday Prompts Nationwide Talk

A curious refrain spreads as people of varied professions urge church attendance on the upcoming Sunday. The doctor, lawyer, dentist, and merchant all claim spiritual benefit and broader community appeal. The public is urged to remember the date and participate.

Laredo Women Plan Second Washington Birthday Meeting

A second meeting of Laredo Women interested in the Washington birthday celebration adjourned to 3 30 this afternoon. A permanent organization will be formed with named committees under Chairman Jos Netzer to start work on tasks for the Elks Hall assembly. Many who could not attend before will join today, promising active effort in the event.

George Washington Laredo Washington Jos. Netzer Elks Hall

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Patient

In a Weather by Mo column, O J Metcalf recalls a severe December cold that nearly kept him bedridden. He bought two bottles of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and recovered within days, declaring it one of the very best medicines and expressing confidence in its effectiveness for future colds.

O. J. Metcalf Weatherby C Chamberlain Chamberlain

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