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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1922
Page
3
Supporters push a meat tariff claiming benefits for cattle raisers while critics warn the duty would raise the national meat bill by hundreds of millions and drive up prices. The piece argues tariffs reduce demand, bankrupt many stockmen, and fail to aid those who raise cattle amid a fragile economy.
A report states forty Americans and substantial property are being held by rebel general Gorozabe with a 48 hour ransom demand. The dispatch notes no Mexican federal troops in the area and questions the Obregon government's ability to protect lives and property of Americans amid growing disorder in Mexican oil fields.
The notice proclaims a Democratic primary election to be held on the fourth Saturday in July in Webb County Texas. It lists polling places and officials for Precincts 1 through 12, with 8 AM to 7 PM voting hours and guidance to follow the Terrell Election Law. A concluding column discusses local gossip and reflections on Laredo life.
The Laredo Baseball League announces a split season of twenty games per section, first section ends July 23, with a restart after July 2. The winners of each section meet for the city championship unless the same team wins both, in which case no playoff is needed. This afternoon a midweek game pits the Laredos against the American Legion, followed by a Friday clash between the two rivals Milmoga and Knights of Columbus. Additional games include San Antonio’s Chic-Chic vs Milmos on the Fourth of July and a Legion Park showdown between Knights of Columbus squads from San Antonio and Laredo on later dates.
Two U S Public Health inspectors and two city sanitarians started a mosquito eradication drive in Laredo. They will visit all water holes and receptacles in backyards and other places to eliminate stagnant water. Residents urged to cooperate and reduce mosquito breeding.
Democratic voters in Webb County are notified that Precinct Primary Conventions will meet at each voting place after polls close on July 22, 1922. Delegates will be chosen for the County Convention and one member of the Democratic Executive Committee for two years. Temporary chairmen will be the presiding judges of the primary election.
Mrs Emma Speirs Simon aged 53 and a native of Ohin died in this city last night at 9 o clock after a lingering illness. She is survived by her husband Steve Simon and two children Steve Jr and Miss Carolyn Simon along with three brothers and one sister William Speiss Miss Elizabeth Speiss Joseph Speiss and Charles Speisas. Funeral services will be at 9 o clock tomorrow from 1516 Convent Avenue to St Peter s Catholic church and interment in the Cath alle cemetery.
The Texas Mexican By. Co. board met in this city at 9 am to elect officers for the coming year. M. T. Cogley was named president and W. De Wolf was chosen vice president amid re-election of other listed officers including DeWolt Leyendecker Woodul and Fish.
Property owners in the improvement district must complete sewerage connections by July 9. Plumbers swarm the city with gangs excavating for pipes, and most properties will soon be connected. Street paving cannot begin until all sewerage connections are finished to avoid re-opening streets. Delays risk penalties and delaying the paving program.
Expert Hatter and Cleaner offers hand sponging and pressing for suits at 10 cts and Sulla cleaning and pressing at $1.00. They clean and block felt and Panama hats using no acids and provide call and deliver service. Phone 227, J Schwartz, 1917 Iturbide St. Ad date 6-21-1f.
The Lions Club aims to beat the Kiwaniang in a spirited charity game with proceeds for the Boy Scouts. Both teams feature fast players and a lively crowd can expect a snappy, spirited contest with notable pep from both sides.
A special session of the grand jury returned nine indictments this morning charging various offenses against several individuals. No bills have yet been returned in the Blanco and Martinez kidnapping case.
Advertises Chamberlains Colic and Diarmoen remedy as essential summer preparation for families claiming strong usefulness and cost savings, urging immediate purchase.
The Rex Beach production The Iron Trail opens at the Royal Theatre with Lee Beggs in the role of Dr Gray. Beggs, famed for dramatic to comic versatility, returns to film after years on the stage and vaudeville. He adds a blend of subtle comedy and intense drama to the feature.
Reub Holbein reports Las Animas No. 1 on fill ranch near Hebbrowville in Jim Hogg County has reached 3,900 feet and is now on cap rock. Cole Petroleum awaits 1,700 feet of casing from Houston to set casing on 1,760 foot shore and bring in their well while Witherspoon No 1 near Mirando City shows gas and oil potential near Laredo No 2. Clingenpeel Salley No 1 at Mirando City expected to drill soon 1,100 feet from Laredo No 2 with favorable indications for big production.
The Laredo Lions Club met at the Hotel fiamily with a large turnout despite heat. Guests included M. G. Scheble and staff, Otto Rabe, Reverend K A White, and Mr. Butler. Lion John Dannelley defeated Lion Dad Neyland in a Jew's harp contest amid club parity and humor. Luncheon moved to Monday July third due to Independence Day. Reports praised food relief work and Boy Scouts heroism. singing filled the gathering.
Tonight and Thursday partly cloudy to cloudy. General wind direction from the south. Observations at Fort McIntosh show a max of 98 degrees and a min of 75 degrees. Clear conditions reported.
Corns and nails removed painlessly in five minutes at Dr Ray Nor Botica del Refugio with local home visits. St Peter’s Day communion at Christ Church 7:20 AM. New Cleveland six cylinder cars advertised by Nations Motor Co. Mog Wade self sealing tubes demo by Auto Supply Co. Jersey bull for service terms via Henry Burr. Silver imports from Mexico noted as first since June 19 with future increases. Initials in gold leather goods by Vidaurri Printing Co. Anthony Beauty Parlor listed. Floral offerings by Green the Florist. Montrose lots for sale via Mrs Crutchfield. St Peter’s reception on church lawn for Rev Devourgel. McVade self sealing tubes demo again. Plumbing services offered by B Juarez. Philadelphia diamond grid battery service. Ye Beauty Shoppe. Summers heat noted in Laredo. Wormser Brothers Electrical Contractors. Electric lights and fans recommended. Auto painting and tops by Cantu. Beacon Shoes at Saft’s. Notary public Will W Gragg at Times office.
Eighty four thousand new members joined the Girl Guides last year. The League of Advertising Women of New York counts more than four times that membership. Notable milestones honor women across fields from academia to the arts, while wage improvements and scientific contributions mark broader social gains. Distinct figures include Dorothy Canfield Fisher as Dartmouth’s first female honorary degree recipient and Martha Whitelay among Britain’s leading women scientists.
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