Carranza currency plan sparks doubts over Mexican finances
The Daily The News critiques Carranza’s new currency as insufficient to restore Mexico’s economy, noting distrust in the de facto government and doubts about securing loans in New York. It warns that mere fiat money lacks backing and urges stronger fiscal policy, rail and port reconstruction, and a robust navy to deter foreign threat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carranza
United States
Carrafiza
New York
Carrancistas
Mexico
Washington
Haiti
Santo Domingo
Galveston
Yucatan
Daniels and the Navy Critique by S Stanwood Menken
S Stanwood Menken, president of the National Security League, denounces Secretary Daniels in a Pennsylvania engineering society talk as a menace to national safety and Navy buildup. He urges a larger navy aligned with President Wilson’s plan, noting Daniels has drawn criticism from defense groups and many leading Americans. The piece frames a political debate over naval expansion and national isolation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulf of Mexico
Daniels
National Security League
Europe
Menken
S. Stanwood Menken
Pennsylvania
Secretary Daniels
Wilson
Republic
Washington
Zapata County Abstract Co advertisement
Zapata County Abstract Co offers abstracts to date of all lands in Zapata County Texas with skeleton or full copy options. Charges are reasonable. Address Jose B Garcia county clerk Zapata County Texas 1 29 1f.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zapata County
Jose B. Garcia
Texas
Washington Birthday Celebration Souvenir Program Printed
The 32 page souvenir program, printed on enameled paper, has arrived at the Times job office and is being delivered to Chairman Joseph Netzer. It includes photographs of celebration boosters, a brief history of Laredo from 1750 to today, the idea and annual adherence of the celebration, advertisements, the celebration program, and committee lists.
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Times
Joseph Netzer
Laredo
Gasoline 16 ers Guaranteed at The Crescent Garage
A brief notice states gasoline 16 ers are guaranteed at The Crescent Garage. The terse item emphasizes fuel availability and the Crescent facility as the source. The wording implies a promotional guarantee tied to the garage.
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Crescent
Laredo City Council Proceedings February 15 1918
Laredo Texas council meets at 8 pm with Mayor Robt McComb and Aldermen present. Petitions on street lighting hydrants and rail track gates are referred or granted. An ordinance to refund tax overpayment due to fire loss is approved after three readings. Council thanks Strand Theater for screening and buys six chairs for chamber. nuisance at steam laundry noted and to be stopped. Adjourns to next regular meeting.
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Robt. McComb
Hein
Maher
Henry
Farias
Westbrook
Agan
Leyendecker
A. Winslow
Pasquez
H. Stein
Sanders Avenue
Louis Pasco
Luis Vo Y Vela
Jose R. Garcia
Callahan Street
Sta. Ursula Avenue
Fire and Fire Limits Committee
Teodoro Garza
Col. Brown
City of
Laredo
Fort McIntosh
Robt
McComb
Robt. Rumsey Jr
Strand Theater
A. V. Woodman
Texas
Chronological World Events from 1792 to 1915
A compact list of historic milestones noting acts, treaties, surrenders, and political actions. Highlights include Congress bounty on fishing vessels in 1792, Prussia-Napoleon treaty in 1806, Fort Donelson surrender in 1862, Cherokees repealing secession in 1863, and ongoing World War I developments through 1915 with neutral protests and battles across Europe and the Carpathians.
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Congress
Prussia
Fort Donelson
Tennessee
Grant
Belfort
Garfield
Huerta
Mexico
Taft
Obregon
Carranza
Mexico City
Zapata
United States
Holland
Italy
Germany
British Isles
Belgium
Austria
Carpathians
Poland
Neat and Accurate Job Work Earns 48
A brief item notes that Neat and Accurate Job Work ringed up 48 in an unspecified metric. The report highlights the figure as a notable outcome, with no additional context on time or comparison provided in the readable text.
Laredo Fire Queen Names Maid of Honor at Coronation
Miss Stelle Moser announces Miss Marguerite Nelson as maid of honor at the coronation preceding the firemen's grand ball at Elks Hall next Tuesday. The queen's court is now complete with sponsors from the fire companies and the Laredo racing teams.
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Stelle Moser
Laredo
Marguerite Nelson
Elks Hall
Rio Grande and Eagle Pass Ry stockholders meeting notice
Notice of Meeting states the annual meeting of stockholders will be held at the company offices in Laredo Texas on Thursday March 2 1916 at 3 p m to elect a board of directors and conduct other business The regular board meeting will follow at the same place and date Also included is an advertisement for Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey priced 25c urging treatment for children's colds with cautions to keep dry and avoid exposure
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio Grande & Eagle Pass Ry
Laredo
Texas
Notice seeking Indian suits for Attack event on 22nd
An announcement by L. Villegas, Chairman, invites participants needing Indian suits for an Attack event on the 22nd. The notice states that one hundred Indians are required and directs interested parties to contact the chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Villegas
Decoration for Auto Owners Parade on February 22
Provision has been made to decorate cars for a small cost for the parade on the 22d. Decorating material can be purchased from Mr. Saft or Mr. Pletz and the work done at decoration headquarters, No. 1209 Lincoln Street. A prize will be given to the best decorated car. Charles F. Kenney, 2-15-31.
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Saft
Mr. Pletz
Lincoln Street
Charles F. Kenney
Severe Bilious Attack Relief With Chamberlains Tablets
Severe bilious attack described with headache coated tongue loathing of food and constipation. Vomiting partly digested food and bile indicates illness. Recommends taking three Chamberlains Tablets for prompt relief. Obtainable everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Seed seed corn and crops offered by SAMES MOORE & CO
Seed corn Milo maize cane seed Sudan grass and related crop seeds are offered by SAMES MOORE & CO with a Buy it Now availability. The notice highlights immediate availability and product range for farmers and planters seeking sustainment and crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sudan
Sames, Moore & CO
Stranger Porter Arrested For Church Burglaries In Santa Fe
S R Porter, a stranger from Mexico, is jailed on burglary charges after admitting entrances into two churches. Police found the clock stolen from San Agustin cathedral in his possession during examination. Porter was bound over to the grand jury in 500 dollars bail, or remained in jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. R. Porter
Mexico
Baptist Church
San Agustin Cathedral
Porter
Benavides
Trevisio Leaves Firm to Start Own Venture
Public notice states that since January 1, 1916, Mr M M Trevisio is no longer connected with Cia Ferretera del Rio Bravo, having left to devote himself to personal affairs and to establish his own business after a brief remainder with the firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. M. Trevisio
CIA
Ferretera del Rio Bravo
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Comany
Ry. Co
International and Great Northern By. Co
Rio Grande and
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Aise
R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Co
Prince Albert
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Winston-Salem
N. C
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Gilmer, Texas
Scotch Woolen Mills
Market House
Estelle Moser
C. Biggio
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Mateo Lopez
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Nuevo Laredo
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