Williamson county coroner verdict links killings to unknowns
A coroner jury in Williamson county Giscols finds that 1% men were killed by unknown assailants while a parallel finding pins the mine superintendent Mc Dowell to the deaths a day earlier. The piece notes union dominance in the area, critiques authorities, and references labor tensions and political reaction in Washington with mention of Bielaski and Mexican incidents.
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Nannion
Williamson County
Giscols
McDowell
Joewls
United Mine Workers
Davis
White House
Harding
Congress
Secretary of Labor
Indianapolis
United States
Ilinds
Webb County oil field sees best wells near Laredo
The Webb county Mirando City district reports No 2 well producing 225 barrels daily, with No 3 and multiple rigs nearby. Schott No 7 and Henne Farris Winch No 1 near Mirando advance casing and drilling toward expansion. Several wells in Miranda City and adjacent blocks drill or spud this week as exploration continues.
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South Plains
Laredo
Miranda City
Webb County
Wormser and
Moon
Schott
Scott Field
Clingenpeel-Sallee No. 1
Mirando Nos
Mirando Field
Zapata County
Cincinnati-Texas
Santone Oil & Gas Co
Miranda
Henne-Farris-Winch
Mirando’ Field
Enar Mirando City
Mirando City
Is It Revenge Drives Capture of U S Official in Mexico
Bruce Biglaski once led the U S Justice Department bureau is held by unknown Mexican captors for ransom. The incident prompts talk of a bandit plot for money and hints at a WWI German foe angle. Biglaski, traveling with his wife and friends near Cuernavaca Morelos, was stopped along the highway.
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Manuel Barcena
Mexicali
California
Bielnski
United States
Mexico
Bielaski
Meico
Ando
Morelos
Jenkins Wall
Ais
Stirprigin
Bruce Biglaski
Bureau of Investigation
United States Department of Justice
Tha
Cuernavaca
Laredo Oil Bonus Proposal Considered by Chamber in 1920
A 1920 Laredo Chamber of Commerce plan sought merchant subscriptions to fund drilling within fifteen miles of Laredo on the Webb County side of the Rio Grande. Alr. Killam and Mr. Mackin led the effort, facing limited merchant support and skepticism from Texas and Oklahoma operators, leading to the proposal's abandonment.
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Laredo
Killam
Mackin
Webb County
Rio Grande
Texas
Oklahoma
Mr. Killam
Mirands
Publietty
Vagrant Musings on Thought and Judgment
A series of aphorisms note that debt grows slow but escape is hard, thinking precedes speech, and judgment should be critically weighed. It contrasts those who seek opinions with those who merely demand approval and ends with praise for recognizing ideal outcomes over present reality.
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Happy
The Road to Yesterday Wire Grille Doors reminisce
Nostalgic reminiscence recalls old bank interiors with wire grills above counters and wire doors on windows. The piece evokes a bygone era of security and design, contrasting with modern counter shields and glass enclosures.
Laredo War Orphan Appeal Receives $100 Gift
The Adoption Society of Laredo Texas thanks donors for a $100 contribution toward the readoption of a war orphan adopted last year. A photo and progress report will be sent to contributors, with letters to the child directed through the society. Guardians in America and war orphans in Europe aim for closer contact next year.
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Laredo
The
Adoption Society
Texas
Europe
America
Back Pain and Kidney Remedy Endorsed by Local Resident
Carmen Zamora of Laredo describes relief from backache and kidney pain after using Doan's Kidney Pills. She reports improvement after one box bought at City Drug Store and urges others to try the same remedy. Brand Foster Milburn Co. Akron Buffalo. Price 60 cents. Aug 16 1906 and April 28 1919 statements referenced.
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Dean
Carmen Zamora
Iturbide St. Laredo
Be Prepared Scouts Help During Flood
A letter salutes the Goy Scouts of Laredo and Boy Scouts of Jaa redo for prompt help during a flood last Monday night. It praises their bravery loyalty obedience and readiness, noting their actions will be written in scouting history.
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Boy Scouts
Jaaredo
Scouting
National Lines Reopen Trains Crowded As Service Restored
National Lines of Mexico fully resume service after an eight day suspension caused by washouts near the Rio Salado bridge and damaged approaches south of Rodriguez. The first Nuevo Laredo departures carried full loads and trains from Monterey and the City of Mexico arrived with capacity passengers.
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Mexico
Rio Salado Bridge
Rodriguez
Nuevo Laredo
Monterey
City of
Lopez to Open Family Garden and Cabaret in Nuevo Laredo
On Monday July 3 Mateo Lopez will open a family garden and cabaret in Nuevo Laredo at the southeast corner of Juarez Plaza opposite the Catholic church. The venue will feature a patio, all-day lunches and refreshments, a dancing area with live music, and parking with an officer to manage vehicles. Lopez invites Laredo families to visit this new establishment.
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Mateo Lopez
Nuevo Laredo
Metco
Juarez Plaza
Lopez
Laredo
Notice to Public on Water Boil Advisory
Notice from Laredo Water Company Acting Manager J W Brewster dated 6 26 21 advises the public to continue boiling water used for drinking until further notice. Weather note forecasts July showers based on May and June excess rainfall and a new moon indicators.
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Laredo Water Company
J. W. Brewster
Willie
Notice of Lease on Main Tank Fishing and Hunting Rights
This day a lease is granted for the fishing and hunting rights on the Main tank. No permits will be issued.
Mexican Consul General Departs for San Antonio
Ismael Vasquez assumes charge of the Mexican Consulate in the city as Enrique D. Ruiz departs for San Antonio. Ruiz had been stationed in Laredo after Arturo de Saracho’s departure. Vasquez arrived from Brownsville and began duties, meeting local business leaders.
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Enrique D. Ruiz
Laredo
Arturo de Saracho
San. Antonio
Ruiz
Ismael “Vasquez
Heec
Brownaville
Bee
Mr. Vasquez
Ieading
Corpus Christi July Fourth Celebration Draws Laredo Team Plans
Corpus Christi announces a major Fourth of July celebration starting July 8 with events along the seacoast. Laredo residents plan to travel by car or rail to attend and the local baseball league team aims to play a series of games during the festivities.
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Corpus
Corpus Christi
Laredo
Grand jury still at work in Blanco kidnapping inquiry
The grand jury convened last Thursday continues its session in this city, examining matters brought by District Attorney John A Walls related to the kidnapping of General Lucio Blanco and Colonel Martinez. No public announcement on findings has been issued.
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Grand Jury
Lucio Blanco
Martinez
John A Walls
Nuevo Laredo Cleanups After Large Flood Debris Clearing
A large workforce toiled in Nuevo Laredo for a week clearing the river front and streets flooded by last week’s rise. Workers removed debris from collapsed buildings and general trash along the river, aiding residents left homeless along the flooded front.
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Nuevo Laredo
Marriage Licenses Issued by County Clerk
Several marriage licenses were issued since the last report by the county clerk. Names listed include F. F. Martin and Miss Alicia Zuniga, Geronimo Martinez and Miss Juana Buentello, Severs Gutierrez and Miss Balhina, Virgilio Perez and Miss Clemencia Aldape, Francisco Flores Martinez and Miss Maria de Jesus Sanchez.
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F. FP
Martin
Alicia Zuuiga
Geronimo Martines
Mias Juana Buentello
Severs
Gutierrez
Misa Balhina
Terafar
Virgilio
Perez
Clemen
Regular meeting of Laredo Oilge No 1018 tonight
Secretary B P Muller notes a regular meeting of Laredo Oilge No 1018 at 8:30 this evening. Members are reminded to attend as per the notice.
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Ellis
Laredo
Oilge
A. B. Muller
Trade expansion urged to boost Laredo trade with Torreon
Chamber of Commerce committees push to increase American commodity movement through the Laredo gateway into Torreon Mexico. Data show significant Torreon demand with grain movement down but overall trade volumes large, urging local brokers and merchants to pursue greater share. Matias de Liano and Hal L. Brennan lead the effort and call for immediate discussion.
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United States
Mexico
Chamber of Commerce
Laredo
Torreon
Matias de Liano
Hal L. Brennan
Torrean
McCumber Faces Hard Fight In North Dakota Senate Battle
Washington dispatch notes North Dakota prepares for a key primary. Senator Porter J. McCumber seeks renomination facing Governor Lynn J. Frazier backed by the Nonpartisan League and Senator McHarg. Frazier rivals include McCumber backers in a straight clash as party factions realign ahead of the election.
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McCumber
Washington, D. C
Washington
North Dakota
Porter J. McCumber
Senate Finance Committee
Lynn J. Frazier
Nonpartisan League
Frazier
J. F. T O'Connor
Frank Felletrom
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