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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1917
Page
8
A letter argues that forecasts of rising prices for shoes and paper are schemes to rob the public. It notes past predictions about wheat and print paper failing to materialize, cites inflated wholesale costs, and asserts wartime shortages are being used to justify price hikes while actual supplies remain adequate. The piece urges investigation into the leather, shoe, and paper markets.
A discussion of rising food costs cites wholesale to retail markups, consumer impact, and calls for a congressional food price inquiry. It notes beans and staples climbing, while some items show disproportionate retailer profits. Also covered: Allied war material contracts, British and French actions, and a French liner's combat with a submarine.
A vintage advisory notes that a rattling cough may become chronic if ignored and recommends Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a soothing antiseptic remedy. It claims to ease breathing and kill germs, helping with croup sore throat and bronchial affections. Available at druggists for 25 cents.
General Sir Henry Seymour Rawlinson, Haig's right hand, is 53. Known as Rawley, he built a lifelong bond with Haig, served in India, Egypt and South Africa, and led troops during the Somme offensive before being promoted to general in the New Year list as the British push renewed operations, including Sailly Saillisel.
Timeline style notes mark events from 1780 to 1916 across battles legislatures births and political shifts. Highlights include Clinton's 1780 Carolina invasion, Texas first US Legislature in 1846, 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition in San Francisco, and Verdun bombardments in WWI.
A collection of editorials recalls government lists naming five thousand individuals flagged for pernicious activity since World War I, with mentions of Texas locations and nationwide reach. Other notes criticize publicity plates payments and post office staffing shifts, while bankers discuss wartime finance and a playful jab at newspaper pests.
Eleven large floats under Mr Cloonan are nearly complete for Thursday afternoon’s grand street pageant. The executive committee promises a display of historical, allegorical and life scenes, aiming to elevate civic pride and receive broad commendation from locals and visitors.
These tablets target stomach liver and bowel disorders and aim to relieve heartburn indigestion and constipation with a simple remedy suitable for common digestive troubles.
Ninth Infantry and Fourteenth Cavalry detachments will assume patrol duties from the Florida units at Laredo. The Second Florida Infantry is ordered to return to the state camp for demobilization, while Ninth Infantry companies and a troop of the Fourteenth Cavalry are dispatched to take over patrols. With Missouri regiments leaving Fort Riley and Florida units departing, Laredo loses its National Guard presence, though many guardsmen settle as new citizens and intend to return after business is settled.
Screenland's Supreme Sensation The Garden of Knowledge will be shown at the Star Theatre formerly The Principal on February 21 22 and 23. Adults only.
Yesterday afternoon General Geronimo Villareal faced an examining trial before U S Commissioner Foster on migration of the neutrality laws. He was bound over to the federal grand jury in a $1500 bond, furnished and he was released until the April term of federal court. Silvestre Perez and Luis Mollavi, captured at Zapat a after the battle with Florida troops, were given preliminary hearings on neutrality law violations. Each was bound over in $1000 bonds, which they could not furnish and were remanded to jail.
An advert promises quick relief from cramped muscles after grippe, rheumatism, neuralgia, lumbago, strains, sprains and bruises. It notes skin friendly, non staining formula and deep penetration, urging readers to buy at druggists for 25 cents.
Mrs J B Whittaker reports relief from years of sick headache and stomach trouble after using Thedford s Black-Draught. She says it prevents long illness in her family and her children now request a dose for mild ailments. The product is vegetarian and aids digestion and various stomach issues. Price is 25 cents at druggists.
A Times Want Ad brief highlights Monty Makers offerings and pricing, signaling a local buy and sell focus. The column invokes familiar marketplace names and reflects community commerce activity with simple notices.
Obituary notes General Frederik Funston commander of the Department of the South, admired by Texas troops for his support of local soldiers. The piece references his trusted wartime role and includes local ads and notices from Laredo, Texas, about events, services, sales, and probate actions nearby. Named entities include Funston, Texas National Guard, Washington's Birthday celebration in Laredo, and local businesses.
B J Leyendecker received a telegram from Alice forenoon noting his son Lawrence Leyendecker chief clerk of the Texas Mexican railway at that place had a serious accident run over by a train this morning four toes on the right foot cut off bruises on head and back details unavailable Mr and Mrs Leyendecker left on a special train for Alice to bring their son here for medical treatment Friends in Laredo hope injuries are not as serious as reported.
Aged readers are urged to rest early when catching a cold and stay in bed for one or two days. The advice highlights Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as aiding quicker recovery and reducing the risk of serious diseases following the cold.
The Fourth Missouri Infantry along with its band and support units left Laredo for Fort Riley Kansas to demobilize and return to home stations across Missouri. Three train sections carried Colonel John D. McNealy and staff, with farewell aerial blasts from Co. C US Engineers marking the departure.
Laredo gears up for the Washington's Birthday anniversary with February 22 as the banner day. The city glows with lights and flags, staging street pageants, band concerts, and carnival attractions despite reduced scale due to funding delays. Military participation declines after troop movements and the death of General Funston weighs on the mood.
The celebration features nightly concerts at City Hall and plazas. Ninth United States Infantry Band performs at Martin and Jarvis Plazas from 8 to 10 or 10:30 p.m. Wednesday to Friday. Second Florida Infantry Band plays at Jarvis and Martin Plazas. Banda Laredo appears at City Hall Thursday. Juvenile Band performs Tuesday and Wednesday at City Hall.
Aztec Lodge No. 111 Knights of Pythias holds anniversary tonight at eight with second degree work. Banquet to follow at the Ross Hotel. All members urged to attend. J. E. Applewhite, C.
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