Fourth of July dustless parade as rain halts sparks
From Monday's Daily: sewing offered by Mrs W A Thomas at 2511 Washington street. W J Miller advertised plumber at 841. Crescent Garage touts Ford shock absorbers for 15 dollars. oil drilling activity reported at Benavides with new Derricks and equipment arriving. International Realty Co of Laredo promotes oil and gas leases and homes for sale. weather note says rain cooled dust but heat returned. English classes on Lincoln street. Juarez Plumbing advertises 1203. many Americans crossed to Mexico for Rio Grande sightseeing. Martin Plaza band concert by Thirty-seventh Infantry. Times notary public readied at 812 Farragut.
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Crescent Garage
Benavides
California
International Realty Co
Laredo
Salinas Avenue
J. E. Cotter
Sige
Lincoln Street
J. B. Fowler
Rio Grande
Nuevo Laredo
Thirty-seventh Infantry
Martin Plaza
Will W. Gregg
Times Office
Farragut Street
Eleven new notaries named from Webb county
At a Texas legislative special session eleven new notaries public for Webb county were appointed. Ten reside in Laredo and one is from Torrecillas. Notaries: F. F. Dryden, Frank Y. Hill, Paul S. Hill, Mrs. F. H. Ligarde, Alden B. Muller, M. S. Ryan, Amador Sanchez, Carl Utterback, A. L. Vidaurri, Sam A. Westbrook of Laredo and J. E. Neal of Torrecillas. They join others appointed in the regular session holding two year commissions.
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Texas
Webb County
Laredo
Torrecillas
Rodriguez
IF. F. Dryden
Frank Y. Hill
Paul S. Hill
F. H. Ligarde
Alden B. Muller
M. S. Ryan
Amador Sanchez
Carl Utter
The Toll Gate First Release by W S Hart at Strand
William S Hart stars as Black Deering leading a bandit band betrayed by a comrade. After thrilling escapes he kills the traitor in a lonely cabin, spares the innocent wife and child, and surrenders to the law. An understanding sheriff forgives him, allowing freedom over the Mexican border.
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William S. Hart
Mr. Hart
Paramount Artcraft
Strand Theatre
Black Deering
Hollis Ter’s Rocky Mountain Tea Ad in 36c at Herrera’s Pharmacy
An old ad warns buyers that Hollis Ter’s Rocky Mountain Tea is dangerous and urges immediate purchase at Herrera’s Pharmacy for 36 cents. The pitch targets a buyer with vivid phrases about a red nose and dull eyes. It reflects vintage pharmacy advertising tone and product risk cues.
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Jennie
Hollister
Herrera
American Legion Victor In Fourth of July Contest
A large crowd at Aviation Field watched the Fourth of July baseball between local American Legion and Pearsall. It became a pitchers battle with Bob Essing and Burgess. Laredo won 3 to 1, with one error each side. A rematch was scheduled for this afternoon at 4.
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Aviation Field
Bob Essing
American Legion
M. Wormser
Burgess
Pearsall
Shelton
Laredo
Bids Requested for Laredo Sewerage System
Bids will be received until July 6 1920 at 5 pm for the construction of a city sewerage system in Laredo. Plans and specs are on file in the City Secretary's office. A certified check of 5000 is required with bids. The City reserves the right to reject any bid. Bids opened at the July 6 1920 City Council meeting. Mayor L Villegas signs the notice.
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City of
Laredo
Concert Draws Large Fourth of July Crowd at Plaza
After a sultry Fourth of July day crowds gathered in the cool evening to watch a special outdoor concert by the Thirty seventh Infantry Band at Martin Plaza. Director Co. B. Everlot organized a patriotic program that drew a mass of people by 9 o'clock, with the band noted as among the best in the United States Army.
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Martin Plaza
Thirty Seventh Infantry
Co. B. Everlot
Thirty-seventh Infantry
United States Army
Fourth of July Storm Brings Thunder and Rain to Laredo
A heavy storm swept Laredo and nearby areas Saturday night with thunder lightning and wind but no rain. It moved north and returned Sunday near 3 am bringing significant rain, nearly an inch in Laredo and heavier amounts northward. Moisture boosts the cotton crop, now in excellent condition with expectations of a large yield.
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Laredo
Zemo Advertises Cure For Eczema And Skin Ailments
An ad claims Zemo stops itching eczema by topical application, offering extra large bottle for 1.00 and 35c sizes. It promises rapid improvement and non staining antiseptic action, attributed to The E. W. Rose Co. of Cleveland Ohio. Royal and Select Master Masons note a lodge convocation in Laredo Council No 128 on July 5 with John Colman as recorder.
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E. W. Rose Co
Cleveland
Royal and Select Master Masons
Laredo
John Colman
Baptist church meeting and O E S session scheduled
The Sunbeam Band of the Baptist Church will meet at the church at 4 PM. Miriam Chapter No. 86 OES holds its regular meeting at the Masonic Hall at 8 PM.
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Sunbeam Band of the Baptist Church
Miriam Chapter No. 86
Masonic Hall
Wedding of Elsie Earle Werner to Harry McKinley Emery
A Mayfield church wedding united Elsie Earle Werner and Harry McKinley Emery. The ceremony featured daisies and ferns, with Rev Father John McLoy performing the double ring rite as Mrs Wilhelmina Werner gave the bride in marriage.
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St. Peter's Church
Elsie Earle Werner
Harry Mckinley Emery
Charles Emery
Albert Offer
Eva Scratchley
Wilhelmina Werner
John McLoy
Lillie Poggenpohl
Bridal Party Attends City Wedding at Hamilton Hotel
The bride wore a taupe georgette crepe gown with a black hat and carried a spray bouquet of brideroses and ferns. Matron of honor Mrs. Albert Offer wore brown georgette crepe and pink Killarney rose bouquets. Maid of honor Miss Eva Scratchley appeared in black and white taffeta with pink Killarney roses. Mrs. Wilhelmina Werner wore black chiffon. A wedding breakfast followed at the Hamilton Hotel for family guests. Mr. and Mrs. Emery departed for a brief San Antonio trip and will reside at 920 Santa Maria Avenue after August first.
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Slovely
Albert Offer
Killarney
Eva Scratchley
Wilhelmina Werner
Citation by publication in Webb County Texas court
Public notice commands Sheriff or Constable to summon P A Ord and unknown heirs to appear at Webb County District Court in Laredo for case No 5264 filed June 24 1920 by Eduardo Vasquez. Claim states plaintiff owns Block 256 Eastern Division Laredo and has fenced and used it for over ten years, defendants dispossessed May 1 1920. Publication required weekly for four weeks.
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State OF Texas
Webb County
P. A. Ord
District Court
Laredo
A. D
Eduardo Vasquez
City of
Texas
C. M. de la Garza
Weekly Financial Review Highlights Fed System Reserve Changes
The Weekly Financial Review notes modest improvements in the Federal Reserve System with the cash to deposits ratio rising to 44.5 percent on June 18, the highest since January, while New York Clearing House banks suffer declines due to government withdrawals. Rediscounts drop by over 230 million, likely tied to Treasury actions, and six weeks of loan declines suggest progress in liquidating nonessential credit.
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Federal Reserve System
New York City
The
Treasury
New York
Treasury Department
Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy Ad
A brief promotional note for Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy praising its effectiveness and urging use when a remedy is needed.
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Chamberlain
Deadlock Persists In Democratic Nominee Battle
Reports from San Francisco July 5 show no material change on the twenty third ballot with Cox at 425 and McAdoo 364 and Palmer 181. The leverage shifts include Ring Lardner and Irvin Cobb pickups as delegates hold firm amid a prolonged convention stalemate.
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Associated Press
San Francisco
Elies
Cox
McAdoo
Palmer
Missouri
Ring Lardher
Washington
Kentucky
Irvin Cobb
Texas
Davis
Dark Horse
Allied Conference Brief Session Opens In Spa
Allied and German delegates met in Spa Belgium for a twenty minute session today adjourning to tomorrow. Belgian premier de la Croix presided and outlined business on disarmament reparations and war crimes trials. German representative Fehrenbach approved the agenda and said he came to honor the Versailles treaty.
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Gy Associated Press
Spa
Belgium
de la Croix
Herr Fehrenbach
Pearl Wight Dies at 76 in New Orleans
Pearl Wight prominent Southern businessman and former receiver for the Texas and Pacific railroad died in New Orleans today at age 76. The longtime figure in regional commerce was known for influence in railroad and business circles.
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Associated Press
New Orleans
Pearl Wight
Southern
Texas and Pacific Railroad
Robbers in China threaten trade routes in Szechuen
Associated Press reports widespread depredations by brigands in Szechuen province. Bands, largely deserters from troops, seize mail on the big road between Chung King and Chengtu, rob caravans, and force returns of stolen goods. Foreign firms urge troops to curb the menace amid rising prices and shattered shipments.
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Associated Press
Chengtu
China
Szechuen
Chungking
America
Centenary Birth of Senator Luke Pryor marked today
Elks from across the United States and Canada gather in Chicago for the grand lodge annual session. In Portland Maine the centennial celebration ends with a military parade and a historical pageant. The National Education Association opens its convention in Salt Lake City with a welcome by Governor Bamberger.
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Luke Pryor
United States
Alabama
Order of Elks
Canada
Chicago
Grand Lodge
Maine
Portland
National Education Association
Salt Lake City
Bamberger
Utah
Nazimova Heads Rialto Fourth Feature “Stronger Than Death”
At the Rialto Theater the Glorious Fourth feature presents Nazimova in Stronger Than Death. The great Russian actress dominates the program and draws crowds wherever she appears, with another showing today at the Rialto.
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Rialto
Rialto Theater
Nazimova
President Wilson Quiet Fourth Reading Independence Day
Washington July 5. President Wilson spent the Fourth of July at the White House quietly reading Independence Day. He received messages from Premier Millerand of France and other foreign leaders and learned of the national convention news.
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Wilson
Washington
White House
Millerand
France
Eight Die as Katy Train Hits Carnival Special in Atoka
Eight persons were killed and twelve seriously injured when a Katy freight train collided with a carnival company special in Atoka yards Sunday night. Among the dead are Mrs Myrtie Duke and baby of Greenville Texas George Flynt of Belton Texas Mrs McLanahan of Dallas and J W Hulse of Tyler Texas with internal injuries reported.
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Associated Press
McAlester
Ola
Katy
Carnival Company
Atoka Yards
Myrtie Duke and Baby
Greenville
Texas
George Flynt
Belton
McLanahan
Dallas
J. W. Hulse
Tyler
Dress discussion to anchor women’s convention
OF INTEREST TO WOMEN The second annual convention of the National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs will discuss proper dress for business women. Frances McConnell, at 19, earned a master of arts from the University of Denver, the youngest graduate there. Mrs. Nathan Straus donated jewels valued at 20000 to the Zionist Organization of America for medical and health service in Palestine.
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National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs
St. Paul
Frances McConnell
University of Denver
Nathan Straus
New York
Zionist Organization of America
Palestine
Indefinite deferment of Pennsylvanian shopmen strike
Philadelphia July 6 The strike of Pennsylvania system shopmen scheduled for today has been deferred indefinitely. Harry Jettry leader of six local allied shop crafts announced the decision after a conference stating public interest outweighs the issues between the railroads and shopmen. He said the case was placed before the railroad vice president for a satisfactory adjustment.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Harry
Jettry
Notable 1913 Cabinet and Senate Aspirants List
A roster of prominent figures from multiple states detailing their professions and roles. Includes A Mitchell Palmer of Pennsylvania a lawyer and former Alien Property Custodian now Attorney General. James M Cox of Ohio a newspaper publisher and governor. Carter Glass of Virginia a publisher and future senator. John W Davis of West Virginia a lawyer and ambassador. Furnifold Simmons of North Carolina a lawyer and longtime senator. James W Gerard of New York a lawyer and former ambassador. Robert L Owen of Oklahoma a lawyer and senator. Edwin T Meredith of Iowa an editor and cabinet secretary. William J Bryan of Nebraska a lawyer and former secretary of state. Gilbert Hitchcock of Nebraska a lawyer and senator. Edward I Edwards of New Jersey a lawyer and governor noted for opposition to nationwide prohibition.
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A. Mitchell Palmer
Pennsylvania
Congress
Wilson
James M. Cox
Ohio
Carter Glass
Virginia
Virginia Senate
the Treasury
United States
John W. Davis
West Virginia
Great Britain
Furnifold McL. Simmons
North Carolina
National House of Representatives
Internal Revenue
James W. Gerard
New York
Supreme Court of
Germany
Robert L. Owen
Oklahoma
Edwin T., Meredith
Iowa
Associated Advertising Clubs of the World
William J. Bryan
Nebraska
Weather Forecast and Fort McIntosh Observation Note
The United States weather bureau forecast for New Orleans region is provided by The Times. Observations from Fort McIntosh for the previous 24 hours ending at 7 am show no report due to holiday.
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United States Weather Bureau
New Orleans
The
Telephone Co
Fort McIntosh
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