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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1926

Page

8

Inexpensive Winter Sunlight From Candy Wrapping Paper

A Johns Hopkins physicist reports that 60 to 70 percent of the sun’s medicinal ultraviolet rays pass through common candy-wrap paper. The finding promises cheap home and nursing home UV treatment in cold weather, though effectiveness requires medical supervision and further testing.

Associated Press Baltimore A. Herman Pfund Johns Hopking Johns Hopkins Hospital Switzerland Ffund

Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promises Quick Relief

For over four decades Hall's Catarrh Medicine offers an ointment for external relief and an internal tonic to purify blood through mucous membranes. The product is advertised as reducing inflammation and delivering strong blood purification results. Sold by all druggists from F. J. Cheney & Co. in Toledo, Ohio.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio

Japanese Students To Study In United States

Philadelphia January 28 the American Friends Service Committee launched a plan to invite a selected group of Japanese students to study in U S colleges and universities as guests of Americans a national appeal will solicit cooperation and several colleges already volunteered the effort aims to improve U S Japan relations and may invite about 150 students a Tokyo based committee will select attendees and they will be placed in volunteer colleges upon arrival to maximize benefit for both nations.

Associated Press Philadelphia American Friends Service Committees United States Friends Service Committee Japan Tokyo

A Daily History Lesson January 28 Entries

Chronological notes mark milestones from 1828 to 1924. Entries include the Ithaca and Oswego Railroad charter 1828 the birth in Bohemia of Edward Rosewater 1841 Paris capitulation 1871 Marble Canyon tragedy 1890 James H Slater death 1898 Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward death 1911 Louis D Brandeis Supreme Court nomination 1916 and Teapot Dome funding 1924.

Ithaca and Oswego Edward Rosewater Omaha Bee Bohemia Omaha Paris Marble Canyon Colorado James Harvey Slater Oregon la Grande Ore Sangamon County Ill Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward Boston Louis D. Brandeis Supreme Court of the United States Congress Teapot Dome

Birthday notices for notable figures in alive and historical context

On this date January 28 the Marquis of Crewe British ambassador to France is noted as having been born in England 68 years ago. Daniel Willard president of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad born in Hartland Vermont 65 years ago. Augustus Lukeman sculptor of Stone Mountain Confederate Memorial born in Richmond Virginia 55 years ago. Dr Frederic W Boatwright president of Wesmen d College born at White Sulphur Springs West Virginia 68 years ago. Charles Ferratt president of the National Board of Farm Organizations born 60 years ago.

Marquis of Crewe France England Daniel Willard Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Hartland Augustus Lukeman Stone Mountain Confederate Memorial Richmond Frederic W. Boatwright Wesmond College White Sulphur Springs W. Va Charles Ferratt National Board of Farm Organizations

Sir William Furse Named Director of Imperial Institute

Sir William Furse, a distinguished soldier and administrator, is appointed director of the Imperial Institute in London. He served under Lord Roberts in India and in the South African war, later directing the London region under the Ministry of Pensions and organizing Wembley exhibition displays. The institute in South Kensington, long a center for Britain and its dominions, is to be reorganized to increase its utility.

William Furse Imperial Institute London Westminster Eton Lord Roberts India South Africa Ministry of Pensions Wembley Exhibition South Kensington Britain

Baltimore and Ohio system chief marks 65th birthday

The Baltimore and Ohio system and a famed American railway executive turn 65 today. The White House hosts a reception for Congress and families tonight. Ohio State Bar Association opens in Cincinnati with a dinner honoring Judson Harmon. Iowa Governor Hamill calls corn belt governors to Des Moines for a farm marketing planning conference.

Ohio State Bar Association Cincinnati Judson Harmon United States Hamill Iowa Des Moines

Church and club meetings listed for Thursday and Friday

Thursday events include a joint meeting of the Woman's Auxiliary circles at 3 PM and the Married Ladies Social Club hosted by Mrs Charles Deutz at 3 PM. Friday activities feature the Peter Pan Players gathering at 3 15 PM with Mrs Robert Munro and the Fidelis Matron Class meeting at the Pastorium in the evening.

Woman’s Auxiliary The Presbyterian Church Charles Deutz Robert Munro Fidelis Baptist Church

Long Story Ponders Time and Continuation in Washington Star

A fragment from the Washington Star quotes Philander Johnson on life as an endless tale. The piece notes Dr. S H Graham visiting San Antonio, travel through Mexico City, and local social events including a parish meeting, a silver tea program at the Public Library, and residents moving into new homes.

Philander Johnson Washington Star

Barcarolle and Love Song Performances Highlight Duetta

Vocal duo Mendell Morgan presents Barcarolle from Tales of Hort and Only a Dream from Love Song. Performers Mrs A C Hamilton and Mrs Travis join Bruce Bunn in the program.

Mendell Morgan A. “Barcarolle Man A. C, Hamilton Travis Bruce Bunn

Masonic Notice Caledonian Communication of Laredo Lodge

Fraternal gathering announced for Friday evening January 29 at 7 30 PM. Work in Master Mason degree. Visiting brethren invited. J L Crawford Worshipful Master E Trunisson Secretary 1 28 20

Laredo Lodge J. L. Crawford W. M E. Trunisson

Record Cold Sweeps Northwest and Great Lakes

The Associated Press reports a second stretch of near freezing temperatures within two weeks, accompanied by snow, wind, and ice across the Northwest and Great Lakes region today.

Associated Press Chicago Northwest Great Lakes

Aged Civil War Veteran Culver King Dies in Los Angeles

Culver King 84 longtime resident and claimed last survivor of the 39th Indiana volunteers in the Civil War died in Los Angeles. His death marks the passing of a veteran linked to Union service and Civil War history.

Associated Press Los Angeles

Belgium Says Farewell to Cardinal Mercier

Belgium held solemn ceremonies in Brussels as Cardinal Mercier received a royal farewell. The king led the events while the body was prepared for return to Matines this afternoon.

Associated Press Brussels Belgium Cardinal Mercier Matines

Prince of Wales breaks collarbone in hunting accident

The Prince of Wales sustained a fractured collarbone when thrown from his horse at Little Shelton while hunting. His horse reportedly died yesterday. He is headed to London for medical care.

London Prince of Wales Astrid Sweden Preas Leicester Ene Little Shelton

Banks Cancel $10 Million in Iowa Farm Loans

Des Moines January 28 L A Andrew state banking commissioner reports the federal farm loan board ruling led Iowa banks to cancel loans to farmers totaling about ten million dollars. The action affects numerous accounts across the state and alters farmer financing prospects.

Associated Press Des Moines L. A. Andrew Federal Farm Loan Board

Wakatsuki Appointed Premier Ad Interim in Japan

Tokio January twenty eight Beljoro Wakatsuki today was formally named premier ad interim by Prince Regent Hirohito to fill the post left by the death of Viscount Kato who died this morning Wakatsuki had served as minister of home affairs in Kato's cabinet and now takes the vacant office.

Associated Press Tokio Beljoro Wakatsuk Hirohito Wakatsuki Viscount Kato

Chimney Sweeps Face Shortage in New Orleans

In New Orleans jan 28 historic chimney sweeps risk losing badges as demand drops. Black workers with battered stovepipe hats patrol streets, many without work, while open fireplaces keep homes warm amid dwindling employment.

New Orleans New Orleana New York

Cotton Forecasts Backed by Ginnings Verify Accuracy

Houston Texas January 28 The final estimate of the 1926 Texas cotton crop from the government crop reporting service is 4 100 000 bales with production the prior year at 4 949 000 bales The total farm value of the crop on December 1 is 37 950 000 dollars H H Schutz statistician notes ginnings to January 16 total 3 008 000 compared with the August 16 forecast of 8 769 000 bales

Associated Press Houston Texas United States H. H. Schutz Texaas Schutz Government Crop Reporting Service

Indictment Expected Soon in Osage Death Conspiracy Case

Oklahoma City reports that indictments are anticipated against several individuals linked to the Osage county death conspiracy probe. Grand jury testimony resumes February 12 in Guthrie. The Times cites new evidence alleging W. W. Vaughn was killed in Oklahoma City and transported to a sleeping car. his Osage client was George Bigheart who died after their conference.

Associated Press Oklahoma City Oklahoma City Times Guthrie the Times W. W. Vaughn Pawhuska Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad Osage Vaughn George Bigheart State University Hospital W. K. Hale Osage County Henry Roan Ernest Burkhart

Fishing Tugs Adrift In Lake Michigan Gale

Two fishing tugs with eight men aboard drifted south in a fierce gale on Lake Michigan. Coastguards reported they could not locate the vessels due to a blizzard, later locating the tugs drifting with the ice field.

Associated Press Muskegon Mich Lake Michigan

Texan jury convicts man in notorIous murder case

The case of Snow, accused of killing his stepson and two women, was readied for appeal as jurors delivered a conviction. Testimony showed Snow admitted destroying the women’s bodies and claimed self defense. Mental health testimony described him as backward, but not legally unbalanced.

Anessee Bor Connally Snow Magele Anid

Train Robbery Loot Blows Open Safes at Two Towns

Associated Press report from San Antonio dated January 28 describes safes blown at the San Antonio and Aransas Pass railway depots at Saspamico and Mondort. Robbers made off with several hundred dollars seized from both towns.

San Antonio Texaa San Antonio & Aransas Pasa Saspamico Ibmondort

Youths killer faces trial in Ozark terror case

Arnold Comer a 14 year old from Yeuville Ark faces trial today at Yeuville for killing three people and wounding three others while terrorizing the Ozark mountains for more than a week last December. He is expected to plead insanity.

Associated Press Yeuville Ark Arnold Comer Tountain Ozark Mountains Comer

Freighter Antinog Rescues Crew Amid Storm

New York report says the British freighter Antinog rescued its crew after a storm. Twelve men were saved by the United States Navy vessel President Roosevelt, while thirteen others were taken off at midnight. Captain George Smed confirmed to Associated Press that the ship rode out the lull in the gale and remained afloat.

Associated Press New York United States Hner Roosevelt Yeasterday George Smed Wireless

SD party abstains from Reichstag vote on Luther cabinet

Berlin reports the Social Democratic caucus chose to abstain from voting when the confidence motion against the Luther cabinet is discussed. The decision stops short of endorsing Luther's cleanout, a point Chancellor Luther has pressed.

Associated Press Berlin Social, Democratic Party Reichstag Luther

Berlin Melchstag backs Luther cabinet by slim margin

By Bare Majority Berlin January 238 The Melchstag voted confidence in the new Luther cabinet by 160 to 149.

Berlin Melchstag Luther

Library of Maximilian volumes join Berkeley collection

The University of California Library in Berkeley holds 6,000 Maximilian era volumes, once owned by Emperor Maximilian of Austria who ruled in Mexico City from 1864 to 1867. Public reading is allowed and students may borrow the books on campus.

Berkeley Cal University ‘of California Maximilian Austria Mexico City Maximilan Don Jope Maria Andrade Liepzig Germany Hubert Howe Bancroft University

Saving the Village 8smithy Brings Iron Work Demand

London January 23. Blacksmiths once hurt by motor cars are finding a new outlet. With Rural Industries Bureau help more than 1 000 smiths nationwide are making lamp-stands gates and ornamental iron work to meet a rising demand.

London Rural Industries Bureau

Times Offers Daily Watch for Opportunities

The Times announces ongoing daily opportunities and special rates with a focus on Sc per month plans for readers seeking frequent updates and access.

TIMES the Times

Hazard notes obscure in garbled aviation briefing

Fragmentary OCR text hints at a speech or briefing by a person named Asaocts or similar, touching on hazards and high waied word fragments. The readable portion provides no clear event, place, date, or documented outcome to summarize.

Fragmentary AP Wire Item From Philadelphia Date Feb

Incomplete Associated Press dispatch from Philadelphia with garbled date and names. Text shows fragments such as with him and other stray words, lacking clear facts or context.

Fight Hasty Action

Washington report notes an Associated press item about a prompt income tax payment issue with emphasis on urgency and first consideration. The fragment mentions dates and the concept of tax payments being due, reflecting a push for swift government action.

Associated Presa Washington Jan

Unclear OCR: Early Senate Debate on Continuity Bill

Fragmentary text from Washington shows a January reference to a Senate discussion over a bill called the du etion plan. It mentions keeping the measure before the chamber until passage.

Washington Jan

Travis County Grand Jury Expected To Report

Austin AP reports indications the Travis County grand jury investigating state affairs for weeks will report this afternoon with findings pending.

Associated Press Austin Travis’ County Grand

Corn Area Conference Appointed by Governors Meets for Agriculture Remedy

A conference in Des Moines Iowa on January 28 gathered governors of 11 Midwestern states to seek a remedy for agriculture. The meeting aimed to coordinate policy and discuss measures to aid farmers across the region.

Ded Moines Iowa Corn Area Conference Middle Western States

Gift of Tongues Tourists Visit San Fra Chinatown

A fragment notes a tourist party from unfamiliar origins visiting San Francisco Chinatown. The text conveys stereotypes about Chinese people and mentions mis pronunciations and general observations as reported in Everybody’s Magazine January issue.

San Fra

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