Abrogated Treaty Strains Russia US Jewish Residents
Long fragmentary report discusses a treaty from 1832 abrogated at midnight December 31 over Russia's stance toward American Jews visiting the country. It notes implied privileges may endure under international law, cites past diplomatic friction with Germany and Turkey, and touches on Ottoman actions, Crete, Adrianople, and Balkan tensions affecting broader peace talks.
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Russia
United States
Fagland
Oth
Congress
Washington
Hrussia
Che Ily
Ris
Voices of Texas parody and political rumor from Beaumont era
A glut of satirical and mixed-news items circulates from Beaumont and nearby Texas towns. The piece mocks Republicans and Democrats, references governors Cullen Thomas and local politics, reports caricatured editorials, quake news in South Carolina, a Brenham fall, an El Paso shooting incident, and notes on postmaster prospects with local officials and newspapers.
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South Caroline
Pastor Bailey
Houston Post
South Carolina
Texas
Thera
Hailey
Arthur
Carload of Home Seekers Arrives on MK T Pullman
A late afternoon rain brought a special MK T Pullman with Northern homeseekers bound for Mexico. They plan several days surveying land to invest, seeking homes to escape harsh northern winters. A Lacido committee could greet them on return to showcase local prospects.
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Mexico
Lacido
Brilliant Elks Ball Delights Laredo Society Crowd
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks held their annual ball in Laredo with an elegant crowd of city elites. Music flowed from an engaged orchestra as guests in fine ball gowns and gallants danced through the night, ending around midnight after refreshments and a spirited program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Ives
Ing
Laredo
Mrs. St. Christen
Sam Werbrook
Eikdom
Mary Sames
Auld Lane
Terpsichore
Heoes
Western Union Changes In Operators On River Front
Western Union announces operator changes effective today across the river. Nuevo Laredo chief operator Hatael Gonzales transfers to El Paso. Rots succeeds him as chief operator in Nuevo Laredo. D C Torris takes the first trick in Nuevo Laredo, J D Miller of San Antonio the second. Local night operator remains W O H Conway. Gonzales departs for El Paso for a larger post.
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Western Union
Enjoyable New Year Party Hosted by Miss Eva Austin
Miss Eva Austin entertained about two dozen young guests at her home for a New Year Eve gathering. The decor featured smilax, holly, mistletoe and poinsettias as twelve tables hosted a lively game night with prizes and humorous favors. A late supper of creamed chicken sandwiches, potato chips, cheese balls and olives followed, and the crowd welcomed the new year with songs and merriment.
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Eva Austin
Anty
Otto
Mies Hadfield
Ba. Cluck
Estelle Mower
DR. Gu
Nelson
Wormer
Tarver
Weyer
Moser
Michter
Davis
Hurhaklow
Massett
Tom
Austin
Coman
All Dru
Laredo Aims High With Business and Ad Efforts
A brisk call to action urges Laredo to pursue seven strategic strides to grow into a larger, better city this year. Promote aggressive advertising and coordinated effort by local business leaders to exploit regional advantages for rapid visible results.
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Laredo
Laredo Citizens Form Drive for Local Development
A prominent citizen urges harmony among Laredo residents to unlock natural resources and attract manufacturing and prosperity. The Board of Trade backs a year’s push for development and upbuilding as local taxes face a January 31 deadline with a 10 percent penalty. County Tax Collector Hilligarde warns taxpayers to pay on time to avoid penalties.
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Texas
Laredo
Acre
Dees
MCGEE
Marcos
Tex
Ateway
Mexican Republic
Board of Trade
Hlligarde
New Life Pills Promoted After Banquet Costs in 1842
An ad notes a $100 per plate banquet for Henry Cas in New Orleans in 1842, priced high for stomach problems. It touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a modern remedy for indigestion and liver, kidney, and bowel disorders. Available for 26 cents at Reed Drug Co.
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Henry Cas
New Orleans
Dr King
Reed Drug + Co
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Voice OF Texas
Houston
Beaumont Journal
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Dallas
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Tyler Commercial Club
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Hich
Galveston News
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T Hat
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Chamber of Commerce
Sam Sol
Ingky
Palestine Record
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BIG Development Movement
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Reed Drug Co
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Iaae
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