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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1920

Page

4

Socialist Legislators Fight Unseating in New York

Wednesday's Daily reports intense attention on New York's bid to unseat five Socialist legislators. Critics argue the move undermines elected representation and risks a monolithic government, while supporters claim the socialists threaten law and order. The piece condemns socialist aims and warns of broader political danger.

New York New York State Thelra Hillquit W. W Charles Evans Hughes New York Assembly

Moderate Opponent of System Barred as Well as Radigal Cousin

The report notes that the moderate adversary of the government system is to be barred, alongside his radical cousin. The description underscores a restrictive stance against both figures within the political landscape.

Aid Needed For Mexican Earthquake And Volcano Ruin

As Vera Cruz and Puebla disclose full earthquake and volcanic devastation thousands are dead or injured and many more are left homeless hungry and unemployed. Mexican and border communities have begun relief but needs persist for weeks and months. The afflicted include farmers and workers with homes and livelihoods buried under lava and debris. The piece appeals to shared humanity and urges broad charitable action.

Vera Cruz Puebla

Sorrow Shared Through Practical Donations For Mexico

The text urges substantial donations to express sympathy for Mexicans enduring war and turmoil. It highlights suffering from war, political strife, and famine, noting trust in the land betrayed and citizens fearing calamities. It appeals to aid hunger and nakedness under a moral call to help others.

Caminetti Aims Immigration Role Since Early Wilson

Anthony Caminetti heads the deportation service for alleged Reds and has served as Commissioner General of Immigration since early in Wilson's first term. A California lawyer, he rose from Amador County district attorney to California legislator, then two terms in Congress, aligning early with the Democratic party.

Anthony Caminetti United States Wilson Caminetti California Amador County Congress

New King’s New Discovery Claims Family Cold Relief

Advertises Dr King s New Discovery as a safe, time tested remedy for all ages from infants to grandparents. Promises rapid relief from coughing grippe and stubborn colds with dissipation of phlegm and loosened congestion. Priced 60c and 1 20 per bottle.

Dr King’s New Life Pills Promise Quick Cleanse

The ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for constipation and associated symptoms like headaches biliousness nervousness and sallow skin. It claims daily well being from a cleansed system and offers bottles for 25 cents.

Dr. King

Notice In Probate for Geo R Page Estate

Webb County Texas sheriff deputy seals writ commanding probate notice for Geo R Page deceased. Executor A M Bruni seeks letters testamentary in Webb County Court. Hearing set for February 16 1920 at Laredo Court House. Parties may appear to contest the will.

State of Texas Geo. R. Page A. M. Bruni Webb County Laredo Texas J. A. Rodriguez Webb Co C. R. Molina

On Her Own Resources Louise Ponders Races

A four year old girl, Louise, listens as a relative recalls a tale about being "thrown on my own resources." Louise asks if that means rides, then explains with a pun that she meant "your own race horses."

Louise Aage Four

Peddlers Sing Along with Highland Concert

A Breton onion seller and his companion joined a pianist in Caithness, adding their lusty voices to Theodore Botrel songs heard from the road. The impromptu duet entertained the onlookers for over half an hour, delighting local children in the Highlands.

Highlands Scotland Caithness Theodore Botrel

Money Makers 3

Local want ad item lists three figures labeled money makers. No further context or details are readable beyond the terse heading.

Sixteenth Annual Council of West Texas Diocese Opens in Laredo

The Sixteenth Annual Council of the Diocese of West Texas meets in Laredo with about seventy five delegates and many women of the Woman's Auxiliary. Bishop W. T. Capers presides as Holy Communion opens. Afternoon sessions include executive meetings at Elks Hall and a Hamilton Hotel dinner. Missionary mass and addresses planned.

Diocese of West Texas Episcopal Church Laredo W. T. Capers Christchurch Capers Hamilton Woman's Auxiliary Council Elks Hall

City Council Adopts Travis Street Change And Fare Hike

Last night the Laredo city council met at city hall and approved opening part of Travis street four blocks east of the cemetery to Webb county line due to road conditions. A resolution set maximum fares for service cars at fifty cents per passenger within city limits, up from twenty five cents. The council also approved new police uniforms and considered additional matters.

Travis Street Martin Avenue Webb County

Webb County Commissioners Meet to Consider County Judge Succession

The Webb County commissioners will reconvene at the courthouse this afternoon led by Commissioner D. D. Davis to decide on a successor for the late County Judge Geo. R. Page and determine whether to fill the unexpired term.

Page Webb County D. D. Davis Geo. R. Page

Last Chance at Royal Theatre For If William Fox Picture

Manager Valdez of the Royal Theatre shows the William Fox production Should a Husband Forgive for a final time. The film blends racing and ring fighting with a central moral question and features Miriam Cooper and an all star cast. The Strand Theatre will present The Pointing Finger Mary MacLaren's Universal feature tomorrow with her disguising her beauty in parts of the story.

Valdez The Royal Theatre William Fox Miriam Cooper James K. Hackett Martha Mansfield Percy Standing Lyster Chambers Vincent Coleman Charles Craig James Marcus Johnny Ries Mary MacLaren Universal Howard Kull Tod Browning Strand Theatre Mary Murphy

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