German Restoration Scheme Sparsely Backed by Hindenburg
The piece critiques a proposed plan to form a German league to save the Kaiser from trial, arguing William II abdicated, that his execution would insult Germany, and that allies pursue him for being a tyrant and traitor. It condemns monarchist nostalgia and defends deportation actions against aliens, urging unions to uphold allegiance and law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshal von Hindenburg
William
Germany
William Hohenzollern
Some Busybodies And Their Interference In Public Affairs
A caustic critique of a labor movement element accused of meddling in government and local matters during wartime. The piece notes petitions and threats against arrests of I W W leaders, describes activity around MacNamaras and Mooney, and condemns continued interference with others’ affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Laredo Plans Modest Washington's Birthday Observance
Laredo will mark Washington's Birthday with simple celebrations after years of larger events. The A. Wortham Shows open their carnival, a big fight mill is set for Fort McIntosh, Corpus Christi High School plays Laredo High School, and band concerts by the Thirty seventh Infantry Band plus the Carnival Band will be held downtown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Laredo
Musterole Relief Ad Promises Quick Joint Comfort
A vintage Musterole advertisement touts mustard oil ointment as a superior plasters substitute for rheumatism stiff joints and muscle pains. It claims broad use from bronchitis to colds, with 30c 60c jars and a hospital size $2.90, urging purchases at drug stores.
Nebraska Judge Endorses Tanlac in Public Life List
Hon. B. F. Whittington, judge of the Rolston Court in South Omaha, Nebraska, adds his name to prominent backers of Tanlac. He reports remarkable health gains after a year of chronic issues, including liver and kidney problems, weight loss, insomnia, and fatigue, saying five bottles restored his strength and appetite. Tanlac is sold in Laredo by Windfrow Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Whittington
Rolston Court
South Omaha
Nebraska
Whittington
Tanlac
Laredo
Windfrow Drug Co
Ady
Trans Mississippi Readjustment Congress to Open in Omaha
Larry A. Wheeler, executive head of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, will deliver the opening address at the Trans-Mississippi Readjustment Congress in Omaha. A Brooklyn native, he moved to Chicago in youth, rose to executive positions in several firms, and became president of the national chamber. He has served on Chicago’s planning commission and on a Federal commission studying second-class mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Larry A. Wheeler
Omaha
Chamber of Commerce of
United States
Mr. Wheeler
Brooklyn
Chicago
Chicago Chamber of Commerce
National Chamber of Commerce
Tie
Webb County Affidavit on Treasurer's Quarterly Report 1919
County Commissioners certify examination of A M Bruni Webb County Treasurer's quarterly report covering November 1 1918 to January 31 1919. They approve the report balance in each fund and note cash on hand and receipts disbursements for Jury Road General and Court House and Jail funds with detailed balances and credits.
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A. M. Bruni
Webb County
Texas
Commissioners’ Court
A. M. Brunt
Tex
A. D
A. PD
Am't
Am’t
BNL
Geo. R. Page
J. S. Johnson
di Dedavis
Court House and Jail
Todays Birthdays Highlight Noted Figures Across Nations
General Sir Henry Wilson, chief of the British Imperial Staff, turns 60. Gen William L. Kenly, U S Army aeronautics chief, 55. Jean Jules Jusserand, French ambassador to the United States, 64. August Belmont, banker and U S Army aviation major, 40. Lawrence O Murray, former controller of the currency, 55. and James P Goodrich, Indiana governor, 55, all noted as having birthdays today in Ireland Maryland Lyons New York Steuben Winchester and Indiana.
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Sir Henry Wilson
Imperial Staff
Ireland
William L. Kenly
Division of Aeronautics
U. S. Army
Baltimore County
Jean Jules Jusserand
United States
Lyons
France
August Belmont
New York
New York City
Lawrence O. Murray
Knights of Columbus
Steuben County
N. Y
James P. Goodrich
Indiana
Winchester
Ind
Onion growers meet with Rep Atlee to press inspection reform
Webb County records show funds and balances as of February 14 1919 including highway maintenance and salary funds with a county judge and commissioners signing. Onion growers in Laredo met with Rep E A Atlee to push optional inspection and U S grade standards while supporting the state department of agriculture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Texas Bermuda Union
B. A. Atlee
Laredo
Chamber of Commerce
Fred. W
Mally
Mr. Atlee
John H. Davis
U.S
U. S. Bureau of Markets
Commissioner of Agriculture
Sames
Atlee
State Department of Agriculture
Department
Probate Court Acts in Webb County Session
The Webb county probate court convened in this city with Judge R. Page presiding. Actions included appointment of Donato Guerra as administrator for Leo nardo Avispe estate with bond filed and approved. guardianship of Gonzales minors granted with bond set at 100. temporary administrator T. T. Walker for Hugh Walker estate with final report filed. Vigla M. de Clover named administratrix of William Clover estate with bond set at 60000.
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Webb County Probate Court
R. Page
Leonardo Avispe
Donato Guerra
Gonzales
Benjamin Gonzales
Hugh Walker
T. T. Walker
William. Clover
Vigla M. de Clover
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Claim Cure for Deafness
An advertisement asserts catarrhal deafness cannot be cured by local applications but only by a constitutional remedy. It cites inflammation of the Eustachian tube and mucous surfaces, claims Hall's Catarrh Medicine cures with blood action, promises $100 for any uncured case, and offers free circulation through druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Cheney & CO
Toledo
Economy Grocery Store Passes to New Owner in Laredo
The Economy Grocery Store, once Hernandez and Guerrero, passes to Valentin Hernandez as sole proprietor. He assumes all debts and liabilities. Notice dated February 13, 1919, in Laredo Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hernandez & Guerrero
Valentin Hernandez
C. S. Guerrero
Laredo
Texas
Fort McIntosh and Fort Brown Boxers Meet in Laredo Mill
Fort Brown and Fort McIntosh fighters prepare for a Saturday boxing mill in Laredo at Fort McIntosh. Four bouts of six rounds feature Corporal Lohanit z vs Private Wilensky and three other matchups from the two forts. Soldiers and civilians support with donation tickets as the Thirty-seventh Infantry Band provides music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Fort McIntosh
Fort Brown
Brownsville
Port McIntosh
Mike Lohanitz
Wilensky
Soldiers Club
Soldier Boys
Texas
Thirty-seventh Infantry
Steam Cleaning Pressing and Dyeing in Laredo Ad
Test the three branches of our Steam Plant in Laredo led by manager J. J. Hudson. Contact phone 210 for Steam Cleaning Steam Pressing and Steam Dyeing services at the sole local facility.
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J. J. Hudson
Laredo
Funeral for Mrs Carlota Alexan der de Mejia Largely Attended
Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock from the home to San Agustin church for Mrs Carlota Alexan der de Mejia who died Sunday morning after a long illness. Interment followed in the Catholic family cemetery plot with many floral tributes. Pallbearers were Manuel Cruz Pablo Juarez Arturo Herrera Marcos Trevito Emilio Martinez and Alberto Vela Diaz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlota Alexander de Mejia
San Agustin Church
Manuel Cruz
Pablo Juarez
Arturo Herrera
Marcos Trevito
Emilio Martinez
Alberto Vela Diaz
Remains of Thomas Interred After Rio Grande Find
The body of Clint E. Thomas formerly a private of the Fifth U. S. Engineers, found in the Rio Grande a half mile above Indian Crossing, was interred in the city cemetery yesterday forenoon after an inquest by Justice of the Peace Slaughter. Decomposition prevented holding pending instructions from relatives in Hickman Kentucky. Discharge papers and documents were turned over to military authorities for delivery to his relatives.
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Clint E. Thomas
Fifth U. S. Engineers
Rio Grande
Justice of the Peace
Hickman
Kentucky
Thomas
Card of Thanks List of mourners and helpers
Card of thanks expresses gratitude to all who assisted in the hour of sorrow. Special thanks are given to numerous individuals and families including Pablo B. Juarez, Dr Canuto Barreda, M M Trevisio, Gregorio Trejo, Joseph Henry, Juan Longoria, Alfredo A. Garcia, Sra Josefa H. Garcia, Agustin Salinas and brothers, A Gonzalez and family, Floyds, Geo Reuthinger, John Myers, Ike Alexander and family, Francisco Guerra, Romeo Laurel, Enrique Mizondo, Leopoldo Salinas, R S Dixon and families, Victoriano Mejia and Son, Andrea J V de Alexander and Sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pablo B. Juarez
Canuto Barreda
M. M. Trevisio
Gregorio Trejo
Joseph Henry
Juan i Longoria
Alfredo A. Garcia
Sra
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Yuesdas
Charles
Royal House of
Stuart
Louis XVI
Union
Wilson
Labor
International Machinists’ Union
Brooklyn Machinists
MacNamaras
Mooney
Alee
Am’'T
Total
Stationery Fund
Bal
Treas
Urer
TOU
Acc’'T
Duiry
Ace't R. & B. Fund
Ace't General Fund
Acc’t H. & J. Fund
Melua Fesse Bal
J.S. Johnson
V. L. Puig
D. D. Davis
J. A. Rodriguez
Clerk, Webb Co
E. A. Atlee
Lion EY
Refungeo
Ambrose Johnson
BIG Fight
Carlota A. de Mejia
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