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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1922
Page
4
A Tuesday report links Mexican bandit violence near Tampico to American oil-company communities. The piece notes political indifference, ongoing raids for ransom, and limited pursuit or punishment of outlaws, plus concerns over security for workers and assets.
The statement details the city of Laredo's financial condition for the fiscal year ending May 31 1922. It lists funds, cash on hand, transfers, maintenance expenses, and bonded indebtedness including improvement bonds due December 31 1922 and related balances and receipts. Treasurer Ortiz signs the report dated May 31 1922.
Valentin L. Puig mails a postcard from Quebec dated June 29 describing a trip with family after visiting West Point and Washington. They left New York on June 26, enjoyed New England scenery, plan two days in Montreal, then visit Niagara Falls, Chicago, and Omaha before returning home.
The Times publishes daily weather outlook from the U S Weather Bureau at New Orleansia via The Telephone Co. Holiday reports indicate no forecast.
Fort McIntosh observations show a 24 hour period ending 7 am with a maximum temperature of 95 degrees and a minimum of 69 degrees. Winds come from the southeast.
Fragmentary reading notes describe an ancient practice of crafting artificial eyes in Egypt as early as 600 B C. A later reference mentions Dr Bright and Mrs Margaret Finney, age seventy six, being appointed road commissioner for Raba township Pennsylvania.
Three firms led by C. W. Killam and associates announce July first record dividends. Texpata Pipe Line Co yields 5 percent, Schott Oil Co 10 percent, and Killam-Condren Oil Co a 100 percent stock and 10 percent cash dividend. Production rises as new wells at Miranda and nearby fields come online, with plans for further drilling in Webb and Laredo counties amid exploration near the Reiser gas field.
Milmos beat Chic Chic 7 to 5 at Legion Park marking two wins in a three game set in Laredo territory. Tamayo allowed seven hits for Chic Chic while Lensden fanned the Milmos and the team committed only two errors.
A wartime era style reader experience reports kidney trouble causing backache dizziness headaches and irregular urination. The woman credits Doan's Kidney Pills for relief after trial at home. The anecdote mentions Mrs Bad Sanchez of 705 Roparé Street and a local endorsement of the remedy.
A July Fourth cold wave cooled Laredo from 95 to 69 degrees, bringing a 2.04 inch rain that soaked the area. Rainfall was widespread along the Texas-Mexican railway line, aiding parade preparations and refreshing street conditions for festivities. Corpus Christi enjoyed dry streets just in time for its parade.
Local theaters report crowded Fourth of July matinees and nights across the Royal Strand and Rialto with special features listed. Community notices include job ads, class offers, and service ads from businesses and individuals, reflecting a holiday atmosphere and varied local commerce.
Fifty year birthday notice recalls the vice president who will spend the holiday with Mrs. Coolidge as guests at Senator Frelinghuysen’s home in New Jersey. Born Independenc Day 1872 near Plymouth Vermont, he was a lawyer by profession and studied at Amherst College. He held various political and judicial roles, including mayor of Northampton and service in the legislature.
Henry Borchers announces sale of his bakery to Bruno Wolf. Wolf will take charge soon and run the business under Borchers Bakery, promising high quality goods and service with up-to-date equipment and materials.
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