Lent and Russia's turmoil frame a restless spring
The piece contrasts the fading era of Kerensky with Bolshevik chaos in Russia, noting Trotzky and Lenine as likely short lived, and foreseeing German indifference and peasants striving to work land amid wealth draining away. It links Lent’s respite to Red Cross charity, religious reflection, and the hope for a unified nation, while touching on Heney Veeder probes and fuel politics.
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Finis
Kerensky
Francisco Madero
Trotzky
Lenine
Judas Iscariot
Benedict Arnold
Germany
Russia
Russian Empire
Nicholas
The Lenten Season Amid War Time Restrictions
The Lent season begins with penitence and self denial in a year marked by food restrictions and government urging to cut unnecessary spending for war effort. Church rules aim to nourish spirituality, not merely conserve resources, as communities plan entertainments to raise funds for Lent despite reluctance from some.
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Red Cross
Fathers of the Church
Lenten Season Observed In Catholic and Episcopal Churches
The Lenten season begins and will last forty eight days ending with Easter Sunday March 31. Many social events will be avoided by observers. Catholic and Episcopal congregations maintain strict observance with services at regular Lenten intervals culminating in grand Easter services on March 31.
Webb County Commissioners Review Officer Reports in Court
The Webb County commissioners court met at the courthouse to examine county officers reports and planned to finish by Saturday. The probate court regular term is slated to convene Monday morning following adjournment.
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Commissioners’ Court
Webb County
Probate
Mexican Labor Under Modified Measure Affects Onion Farms
The Times reports a modified immigration rule allowing importation of unskilled Mexican agricultural labor to Ninos county farms. Employers must arrange before entry, recruit at port, provide IDs, contracts, wages, and prompt notices of changes. Laborers may enter under contract, face six month limits, and are not subject to draft.
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Mexico
Washington
Port
Commissioner of Immigration
Times
U. S
Immigration Department
Chamberlains Tablets for stomach liver and bowels
Chamberlains Tablets are advertised for stomach liver and bowel disorders. The copy claims relief for heartburn indigestion and constipation and promotes their use as a general stomach aid. The tone reflects a period medicinal patent remedy claim.
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Aruggist
Italian Orphan Aid Fund Grows Amid Food Shortage Strain
Cavalier L. Bruni in charge of Italian soldiers' orphans relief reports subscriptions coming in slowly due to higher food costs drought and the Mexico embargo. He says the fund is progressing and will soon name donors.
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Cavalier L. Bruni
Mexico
Olive Tablets Offer Liver Aid For Digestive Woes
Thousands suffer stomach issues due to clogged liver and bowels. Dr Edwards Olive Tablets stimulate natural liver and bowel function, easing indigestion without griping. Purely vegetable, olive oil mix. take one or two at night for relief. Available at 10c or 25c per box from all druggists.
Local notes from Laredo include births, elections, and fairs
Miss Lorenza Benavides recovers from appendicitis at Mercy Hospital and plans to leave Saturday for home. A special election for Paul W. Evans is noted for February 16. Jose Gonzalez faces a federal grand jury for smuggling sugar to Mexico. Laredo marks Washington's birthday with a smaller fair and a ten day carnival opens tomorrow. A foggy morning reminiscent of a London scene, and ads for car service, plants, abstracts, and a Masonic notice conclude the item.
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Lorenza Benavides
Mercy Hospital
Miguel G. Benavides
Mexico
Jose Gonzalez
U. S
Foster
Laredo
Two Saloon Sold Liquor to Minor Fined in Court
This morning in justice court Antonio Davila, a saloonkeeper, was fined 47 dollars for selling liquor to a minor. A second case arose from the same trial, Pedro Leija was fined 45 dollars for the same offense.
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Antonio Davila
Pedro Leija
Meeting of Webb County Hotel Men Urgently Requested
A notice from A. D. Smith Federal Food Administrator for Webb County calls hotel restaurant and boarding house proprietors and managers to a 8 p.m. Friday meeting at the Chamber of Commerce offices to organize cooperation and efficient food conservation. Public record in Webb County.
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Webb County
Chamber of Commerce
Home Grown Seed Corn Best for Laredo Section
Seed corn suited to Webb county heat and late spring cold is being promoted. Santa Rosa Farms co operates on Chisholm corn for early planting, with McKendrick coordinating a limited supply. Varieties like Mexican June types such as Tuxpan or Laguna show heat resistance but require warmer ground. Mrs Parker and Lt Christen offer additional seed, emphasizing local adaptability and avoiding seed sale for feed. Public notice urges quick purchase for early planting and notes a Valentine Day festival tomorrow.
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Santa Rosa
Chisholm
Wm. McKendrick
Tuxpan
Laguna
P. D. Parker
J. Christen
Parker
Rio Grande & Eagle Pass Ry Stockholders Meeting Notice
Notice announces the annual meeting of Rio Grande and Eagle Pass Railway stockholders at the company's Laredo Texas offices on Thursday March 7 1918 at 3 p m to elect a board of directors and conduct other business. The regular board meeting follows at the same location on the same date. Co C Biggio secretary Laredo Texas February 5 1918.
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The
Rio Grande & Eagle Pass Ry
Laredo
Texas
Delay in Securing Part of Home Grown Seed
Fred W. Mally, county agent, notes a delay in securing a portion of the home grown seed supply.
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Fred. W. Mally
Atlee Named Candidate for 79th District Seat in Feb 16, 1918 Vote
The Times announces E. A. Atlee as a candidate for Representative from the 79th District in the upcoming special election to be held on February 16, 1918.
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the Times
Paul W.vans
Webb County
Texas
Walter Woodul
A. D
The
Times
E. A. Atlee
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Chicago
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Heney
Garfield
Chamberlain
Orphan Aid
Dr. Edwards
Paul W. Evans
B. Juarez
Matamoros Street
Will W. Gregg
Times Office
Ireland
England
London
City Garage
Texas Real Estate & Abstract Co
Farragut Street
Notary Public
Wortham
Bellmont
Main Ave
J. L. Dannelley
W. M
A. D. Smith
Bellans
Windrow Bros
Cain
Sonora News Company
Dodge Brothers Motor Cars
Chandler Motor Cars
Firestone
United States
Citizens Auto CO
Houston St
Santa Maria Ave
Bender
C. Battaglia
Prop
Lincoln St
Scotland
France
Valentine
America
Laredo, Texas
Hupmobile
A. Ritter
Farragut St
ICE Factory
M, Sauvignet
Wardo Ave
John C. Buenz Lumber
Villegas & CO
Comet Barber Shops
City Hall
Hall
F J Cheney & CO
Toledo
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