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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1915
Page
5
Mayor Robert McComb denounces Carrancista plans to hold a mass meeting in City Hall to discuss Mexico’s revolution. He orders the hall closed and police alert to arrest any organizers, reaffirming a U S neutrality stance and promising punishment for violators.
In the red light district of Nuevo Laredo, Muanneb Valenzuela was found dying from two gunshot wounds, one through the temple and one through the stomach, believed to have been killed while asleep. Three officers and two civilians were wounded. the suspected shooter, Carlos Gutierrez, a former saloon owner turned policeman, vanished after the attack.
Jesse E Apple White found his auto and firearms missing from Thar Hide Street. Night Marshal Salinas investigated, recovered the guns at 2 o on the next morning, and arrested two men fleeing a nearby house where the theft had occurred about 8 o clock the previous evening.
Lee B. Miller and others visit the Ross with guests Mary Scovill and Mrs Traylor in town. J R Jones, I and GN division superintendent, was in the city and returned to San Antonio. Willie and May Russell, daughters of Saltillo residents, arrive from Italy after studying music. A longer guest list includes Dallas, Denver, Milwaukee, Austin, Tampico and San Antonio names at Ross and Hamilton hotels.
The note recalls General Jesus Carranza being taken prisoner by General Santibafiez and staff executions at Salina Cruz, later corrected as staff safe and living in Laredo. It cites a city council meeting tonight and mentions local business ads and Washington Birthday parade plans.
Two Mexican burglars Tomas Aldape and Miguel Vargas confessed to numerous burglaries in the past three weeks in Laredo. Aldape led the account, naming homes and yards, with many stolen goods recovered for use as evidence. The pair’s case heads to the grand jury amid ongoing district court actions and local notices.
Lansing Michigan January 5 Today marks the final deadline set by the Supreme Court for the Detroit and Mackinac rail road to explain why its officials should not be held in contempt The dispute centers on rates for logs with the state railroad commission ruling the road must accept a set rate The Michigan Supreme Court required a bond of 100000 to protect investors but the road refused and a federal suit began Judges in federal courts upheld the commission and Michigan courts An appeal went to the federal Supreme Court and officials were notified to show cause why contempt should not be granted.
About eighty prominent Canadian artists contributed works to a Royal Canadian Veadon exhibition at the Public Library in Toronto. The show closes tomorrow. proceeds from sales will fund a patriotic relief effort and tickets are selling well. The exhibit opened last Wednesday and will tour other cities.
A testimonial from RK Ervin of Perad a year ago about indigestion biliousness and constipation. He notes Chamberlain's Tablets helped him right away after using a bottle as recommended. Sold by all dealers.
Dr Oster discusses healing pulmonary tuberculosis with clinical recovery where sputa show elastic tissue and bacilli. He notes lime salts as key in Eckman’s Alterative and claims it helps many tuberculosis cases without opiates, urging trial under medical guidance. Eckman Laboratory in Philadelphia markets the remedy.
Gen Hugh Scott arrives in El Paso to meet Villa in person on the international bridge to halt firing across the border. The conference aims to end shooting on American soil and restore calm at the border.
Associated Press reports that the Comptroller of the Currency has issued a call for reports detailing the condition of National banks as of December 31. The directive seeks comprehensive financial data from all National banks to assess stability and compliance.
Four floors and part of the roof of the Denison cotton mills collapsed during repairs last night. The factory was weakened by ongoing maintenance and machinery installation. No one was injured in the incident.
W A Wyatt long time oil inspector for Bradstreet's agency in Dallas shot himself this morning due to ill health. He served as the city’s deputy superintendent for many years and his death ends a long career with the agency.
An old advertisement warns that colds can lead to complications and loss of sleep. It urges immediate attention and promotes Dr Kings New Discovery as based on scientific analysis, urging readers to buy a bottle at their drugstore.
A blaze in Terrell Texas destroyed the Harris opera house causing about 42000 dollars in damage this morning. Firefighters battled the flames as the building succumbed to the fire.
Chicago January 1 May wheat opened at 1.37 per bushel, two cents higher than yesterday, setting new price records for the commodity.
British reports from London say the French right wing is within 30 miles of the Rhine. In Alsace they hold Steinbach and surrounding heights after a hard fight, with Alpine Chasseurs and 75 mm guns contributing to a significant advance. The capture of Cernay could open the road to Muelhausen.
Berlin January 6 Emperor William and his staff are eating a novel bread mix of 85 percent rice and 18 percent faked potatoes to conserve the German food supply.
The German government informs the United States to prohibit exports of war material. In Belgium and northwest France, Allied forces advance near Nieuport and St Georges, with German sapping halted by mortars and hand grenades.
Jan Bertin reports from the official bureau that Germany finds cheer in recent war disclosures. It claims the destruction of the British ship Formidable by a German submarine shows England’s sea dominance is endangered, and the capture of Bollmow on the Warsaw road is deemed strategically significant.
Paris dispatch reports Russian forces have occupied eight Hungarian townships and several Austrian divisions are surrounded in the Carpathians, signaling a major frontline development.
Those interested in arranging for the Community Christmas Tree extend heartiest thanks to all who generously offered support and assistance and invite public interest in the work for the coming year.
Chicago reports flour prices surged by 40 cents a barrel this morning as markets opened on January 1.
German airmen dropped bombs on British ammunition stores at Rosenthal and Doudskerque near Dunkirk causing explosions that injured 700 people and set a village ablaze.
Lexington breeders and farmers join lectures and practical talks at the College of Agriculture as Farmers Week begins at State University today and runs through Friday. Local agricultural meetings showcase livestock breeders and Kentuckian growers from across the state.
Madison Heights Va Mr Chas A Ragland reports Thedford's Black Draught relieves indigestion and stomach troubles after a few days improving overall health. Nervousness nausea heartburn and fullness after meals signify trouble and demand proper treatment. Thedford's Black Draught has 75 years of proven success and is sold everywhere at 25 cents.
Petrograd reports that the Russian war office says German troops briefly captured Bolinov but have been driven out again. The report emphasizes a setback for German forces in the area and underscores ongoing combat in the region.
Col Charles Alexander a Providence millionaire faces white slave charges brought by Miss Jessie Cope of Los Angeles. Indicted by a Federal Grand Jury in December both stand in Chicago for court appearances as officers of the aged Colonel and a promised money split. The defendant is a Providence businessman with a wife and two daughters.
Rome reports renewed war sentiment following the death in French ranks of Garibaldi's grandson. The casualty underscores ongoing European tensions and the enduring influence of Garibaldi's legacy in Italian public memory.
New York January annual meeting opens for the Society of Automobile Engineers famed for raising quality and lowering prices. The National Automobile Chamber of Commerce plans a Waldorf Astoria banquet tonight.
County Tax Assessor B. J. Leyendecker announces the office in the county courthouse is open for 1915 real and personal property assessments. Call to render property with hours 9 am to 12 pm and 2 to 5 pm. Adv.
Notice to tax-payers. Pay state and county taxes on or before January 31 or incur a ten percent penalty fixed by law. County Tax Collector H. Ligarde announces his office in the courthouse is open 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m. Ad.)
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The Katy southbound Limited derailed a mile from Bells Texas after the engine and baggage car left rails on a curved, rutted track. Fireman and engineer and a standing passenger were injured. A prior accident occurred at this spot a year ago. A freight train also troubled the area last night.
Washington January 5 The supreme court ruled the Oklahoma state banking board is not subject to court orders when paying claims under the state bank guaranty law. The court affirmed a $250 000 judgment against the Danbury batters union.
In New York on January 5 a $6,000,000 corporation the American Round Base Press Company filed for receivership amid wartime pressures. It traces to 1907 and includes subsidiaries such as the Texas Gin Company with property in Oklahoma and Arkansas.
Chicago January 6 The Federal League has filed a lawsuit charging the National Baseball Commission with violation of the trust laws.
Dallas Texas January 5 One negro was found wounded and another believed dead after a clash last night between Dallas County deputies and masked thieves who had been caught stealing telephone wire in a rural area near the city.
Boston dispatch reports more tramp steamers chartered to move freight at U S ports as governments abroad requisition regular liners. The Ocean Monarch chartered by the Allan line sailed from Boston today with a big cargo as part of the effort to relieve shortages.
In Kansas City 118 Mexicans are taught American customs property rights and individual liberty with the help of the Mexican consul. The YMCA runs the year old program focusing on peace and a moral code while avoiding religious instruction.
The advertisement urges against giving opium in children's cough medicine and endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe for both children and adults. It claims the product has no opium or harmful drugs and recommends purchasing through all dealers.
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