Desperate Japanese push for naval base in Americas
The piece argues Japan seeks a foothold in the Western Hemisphere, listing Magdalena Bay Panama and Colombia as targets. It warns the Monroe doctrine and U S protests would be used to block any base that could threaten the Panama Canal and U S communications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Thorouh
Magdalena Bay
Mexico
United States
Panama Republic
Spain
Antonio Burgos
Washington
State Department
Columbia
Panama Canal
Senate
Lodge
Central
South America
Colombia
South
Central America
Americas
Villa Again Active Reports From Juarez
Carranza headquarters in Juarez says Villa forces surround Guer rero garrison in Chihuahua and appeal for help. The claim notes Villa is not as imperiled as earlier reports suggested and that ranchers may be aiding him. The balance of power remains unclear amid conflicting dispatches.
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Carranza
Juarez
Guerrero
Chihuahua
Villa
Carranza Fight Continues Amid Mexican Guerrilla Strife
The piece argues Chihuahua and Sonora lack strong support for Carranza, with Maytorena and Villa’s defection signaling a regional revolt. Villa’s guerrilla tactics persist despite frightful currency woes as Carranza tries to pacify the country. It notes the extreme hardship from repudiated Villa currency and questions the exchange par. It ends by comparing Turkey and Russia in a broader European war context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carranza
Chihuahua
Sonora
Maytorena
Villa
Villas
Band Concerts Much Enjoyed by Laredo Crowds
Laredo welcomed several thousand visitors to two days of high class music by the Ninth Infantry Band the Third Field Artillery Band and the Ozuna Brigade Band of Monterey. Local bands also performed in other city locations. The music committee led by Alexander earned the city’s thanks for bringing “something different” from rag time to the plazas with evening and daytime concerts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Ninth Infantry
Third Field Artillery
Ozuna Brigade
Monterey
Alexander
Two Mascots in Uniform in Street Parade
Hal and Willis Greer, young sons of Hal Irby Greer of Beaumont, rode on the hose wagon beside the driver in Hook and Ladder colors. They wore Meir helmets and boots, presenting a scene like paid fire departments. Mascot John Robert Fasnacht of Rescue Hose Co. No. 3 also marched in the parade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hal and
Willis Greer
Hal Irby Greer
Beaumont
Hal
Willis
Meir
John Robert Fasnacht
J. R. Fasnacht
Rescue Hose Co. No. 3
Federalizing National Guard Faces Opposition
A plan to federalize the National Guard faces resistance as the militia mobilization camps require attendance and shifting control to the federal government would be a momentous change in the force structure.
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National Guard
Lincoln in Recapture Claims Extradition Question
Lincoln says he is not extraditable claiming to be an international spy. He asserts his status aligns with Werner Horn and other criminals in the pay of the German ambassador, as authorities seek those who aided his escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Werner Horn
President urged to present Elihu Root correspondence
The call requests the president to produce letters with Korea from the period of Japanese occupation, noting Root criticized the president for not protesting the Belgium invasion. The saying sauce for the goose frames the point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elihu Root
Korea
Japan
Root
Belgium
Many Attend Bullfights in Nuevo Laredo
Reported over two afternoons in Nuevo Laredo that bullfights drew large crowds. Spectators praised the event as lively with several matadors narrowly escaping serious harm. a final bout was scheduled for this afternoon.
Demonstration of fireproof paint by Captain Womack
Captain John M. Womack will demonstrate his fireproof paint in front of the mayor at Market Plaza Thursday at 4 30. He will saturate a dry goods box with kerosene and ignite it to show the box remains undamaged. He argues shingle roofs painted with the coating would not spread burning shingles carried by winds, preventing destruction seen in Fort Worth and Mineral Wells.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Womack
Market Plaza
Laredo
Fort Worth
Waived Examination for Abraham Kallman on Feather Smuggling
Abraham Kallman waived examination before Commissioner Foster this morning after his arrest the night of January 2% on a charge of attempting to smuggle valuable feathers into the country from Nuevo Laredo. He was held on $5,000 bond to appear at the April term in federal court, bond posted through American Surety Company, and released from custody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foster
Abraham Kallman
Nuevo Laredo
American Surety Company
Laredo Officials Invited to Fiesta San Jacinto
Judge Charles M. Barnes of San Antonio and Mayor Robert McComb urged Laredo residents to join Fiesta San Jacinto and Battle of Flowers events in San Antonio from April 21 to 29. They also extended invitation to the S. O. 8. V. order festival activities and to the 1918 International Fair in San Antonio.
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Charles M. Barnes
San Antonio
Robert McComb
Laredo
San Jacinto
Barnes
Mayor McComb
Order
One Hundred
Laredo’s
Veteran Jewels Presented at Aztec Lodge Meeting
At the Aztec Lodge No. 111 Knights of Pythias regular meeting Special Deputy Grand Chancellor J. W. Thompson presented 26-year veteran jewels to Chancellor W. R. Pace and Knights A. W. Wilcox and W. F. Galbraith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aztec Lodge No. 111
Knights of Pythias
J. W. Thompson
W. R. Pace
A. W. Wilcox
W. F Galbraith
Strand Theater First Anniversary Shines in Laredo
The Strand Theatre marks its first anniversary with a double celebration honoring the Father of his country and the theater’s role as Laredo’s first substantial cinema venue. Ben Johns leads improvements to please patrons, and crowd sizes prove growing local support. The Times joins in wishing Strand continued success and public satisfaction.
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Strand Theater
Laredo
Strand
Ben Johns
Social at Methodist Church Social M Meeting
A Methodist Church social M meeting is planned tonight with special music and a lecture by Pastor Walter L. Barr on his Mt. Vernon visit followed by a social half hour. Guests are asked to bring a ten cent lunch to trade and everyone is invited.
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Methodist Church
Mt. Vernon
Walter L. Barr
Final day of George Washington birthday fête at Laredo
The seven teenth annual celebration culminates with evening band concerts and carnival attractions. Fort McIntosh hosts a field day for soldiers this morning. This afternoon the Ninth Infantry meets Corpus Christi in the final baseball game. Ninth Infantry leads 2-0. Carnival events close the program tonight.
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George Washington
Laredo
Fort McIntosh
Ninth Infantry
Corpus Christi
Texas Mexican Schedules Through Fast Train to St Louis
The Texas Mexican departs Corpus Christi at 8 20 a m and arrives back at 3 55 p m standard time. The International and Great Northern through fast train to St Louis leaves at 12 40 p m and arrives at 2 15 p m.
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Corpus Christi
St. Louis
Night Train Schedule From Laredo and Minera
The Night Train leaves Laredo at 8 p.m. arrives 7 15 a.m. Train No 1 runs daily except Sunday. Minera departure at 10 30 a.m. Train No 2 leaves Minera daily except Sunday at 1 16 p.m. arrives Laredo at 3 30 p.m.
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Laredo
Minera
Rio Grande and Eagle Pass By Stockholders Meet
Notice states the annual stockholders meeting of the Rio Grande and Eagle Pass By will be at the company offices in Laredo Texas on Thursday March 2 1916 at 8 p m. to elect a board of directors and conduct other business. The regular board meeting follows at the same location and date. C C Biggio secretary. Laredo Texas February 2 1916. 2-2-30t.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Rio Grande & Eagle Pass By
Laredo
Texas
Po-Do Lax Advertisement Promises Liver Relief
An old newspaper ad touts Po-Do Lax as a remedy to prevent liver torpor and misery. It claims benefits for digestion, dizziness, constipation, biliousness, and indigestion, and notes the product clears the blood. The price is listed as 50 cents at the druggist.
Remedy for Bilious Attacks Promises Quick Relief
A home remedy note explains a severe bilious attack with headache coated tongue and vomiting. It recommends taking three Chamberlain's Tablets as a prompt and effective relief, claims relief is obtainable everywhere and offers consolation to the sick.
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Chamberlain
Heart of a Friend Poem and City Social Notes
A verse on the heart of a friend leads a list of social guests in Cotulla and nearby towns. Mrs. Kerr of Cotulla visits, with many San Antonio and Seguin residents hosting and traveling guests. Entries cover family visits, entertainment at a bridge club luncheon, a boys athletic club dance, and a high school girls event with visiting fire teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Jones of
San Antonio
City
Seb S. Wilcox
Bon ‘Ton
Lands in Zapata County Offered for Abstract or Copy
Notice from Jose T. B. Garcia, Zapata County Clerk, Texas, inviting bids to furnish an abstract or full copy of all lands in Zapata County. Charges deemed reasonable. Official address given for responses.
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Zapata County
Jose TB. Garcia
Texas
Chamberlain's Tablets Advertised for Constipation Relief
A boastful ad extols Chamberlain's Tablets as pleasant to take with natural sounding relief of constipation. It claims the medicine feels like no medicine at all and states the product is obtainable everywhere.
New Ambassador Appears Before Senate for Prompt Action
The senate considers a recommended ambassador nominee, with the candidate appearing before lawmakers to seek prompt approval and advancement of the appointment. The outcome hinges on bipartisan review and timely confirmation.
Brandeis Nomination At Senate Hearing Faces Proxies Claim
The senate sub committee examining Louis D. Brandeis' nomination heard charges that Brandeis was hired by the late E H Harriman to obtain proxies in the Illinois Central railroad fight and that Brandeis had connections with the Equitable Life Assurance Society.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Louis JD. Brandeis
Supreme Court
Brandeis
RE. H. Harriman
Illinois Central Railroad
Equitable Life Assurance Society
Ei Shey
Closing Concert by Third Field Artillery Band Tonight
The Third Field Artillery band performs the closing concert at Martin Plaza starting at 8 pm. The ensemble’s work has been well received by residents of Laredo and visiting guests.
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the Third Field Artillerylery
Martin Plaza
Laredo
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