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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1923
Page
3
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William Jenkins American consular agent at Puebla faces a land seizure dispute tied to San Miguel holdings. An injunction blocks expropriation, and Mexico’s agriculture department reportedly seeks equitable seizure, with Jenkins threatening to appeal to the Mexican Supreme Court. Analysts note timing amid ongoing agrarian talks and critics warn against using a US official to pressure Mexico. The article also reflects on Mexico’s constitutional framers and the need for deeper study of agrarian reform. The Times urges daily readers to subscribe.
Following the discovery of a durable white metal, reports claim it resists tarnish and corrosion with a brilliant polish. Promoted as affordable and castable, the alloy could aid engineering and ease household chores with clean cutlery shaping.
A fragment argues the constitution lacks wisdom and admits errors, seen as proof nations should consider recognizing the current Mexican government. The text suggests readiness to acknowledge mistakes and highlights ongoing diplomatic considerations.
A reader proposes a plan to achieve universal peace by the United States offering a compelling incentive to cancel half of war debts owed by other nations. The piece argues such partial cancellation could deter war, while full cancellation might invite it, and suggests an international tribunal to settle disputes. It cites pacifist critiques and reflects on preparedness and defense as factors in preventing or provoking conflict.
The Milmos swept all three games of the series against the Victoria Rosebuds in Houston and in a Sunday finale. Pompas handled catching duties in two games and contributed behind the plate. Milmos pitching stifled Victoria’s offense as they won 2 to 0 and 6 to 2 in the afternoon and Sunday games.
In the Laredo Commercial League the Tex-Mex beat Kiwanis 2 to 1 in a tight opener and the Officers edged the Lions 9 to 8 in a high scoring affair. Tomorrow Lions face Tex-Mex and Kiwanis meet Officers as crowd expectations rise.
Isabel Sanchez Sein files with Webb County Clerk an affidavit declaring homestead status on the Heian Chacon Creek property. Any attempt to occupy the land will be challenged and law will be enforced. Band concert on San Agustin Plaza drew a large crowd despite wind and rain. Berg and Simpson, new drillers, with Harry L Fansler plan to start drilling on the Neville Hinnant tract Randadoe location No. 1 has been set. derrick to be erected and spudding by month’s end.
Laredo hosts a grand opening at Cardenias Music, with visitors from Austin. Local transactions include cotton sacks at Laredo Cotton Gin, rental of party furniture, floral offerings, and notices for services from plumbers and notaries. The piece also mentions gas output from Schott Field and ongoing paving work on Matamoros Street.
Our Daily Birthday Party lists Lord Stanley heir to the Derby born 29 years ago, Major General Sir George Young a late war commander born 64 years ago, James C. Cantril Kentucky gubernatorial candidate born Georgetown 43 years ago, Robert N. Stanfield Oregon separatist born Umatilla 40 years ago, and actor Macion Arbuckle born San Antonio 57 years ago.
Notes recall William Polk Revolutionary patriot and NC line officer who died in 1934 in Raleigh. Thomas Davenport early electro rotary motor pioneer born in Williamstown Vermont died July 6 1861. Eraercum capital of Turkish Armenia surrendered to Russians. William F Vilas Cleveland cabinet member and Wisconsin senator born Chelsea Vermont died 1908. Paris first horse flesh as human food store. Windsor review of 56000 volunteers before Queen Victoria. 100 Chinese laborers killed in West Berkeley powder works explosion. George G West long-time Missouri senator died in Kansas City born Frankfort Kentucky 1830. Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman convicted of obstructing the draft.
President Masaryk of Czecho Slovakia, gravely ill, already holds world renown as a fighting Czech leader and Bohemian scholar. He champions Slavs against German and Magyar oppression and embodies the self determination ideal guiding human freedom. His Bohemian Realist Party work marks him as a patriot with an international influence.
Today marks a slate of events from Alaska to Georgia and Sweden. President Harding arrives with his party in Juneau as Calgary opens a mammoth frontier sports carnival. In Atlanta fifty thousand Elks attend a grand lodge convention. Municipal rail ownership votes occur in Goldsboro North Carolina. Southern Trade Congress opens in New York City. Railroad unions discuss higher pay in Chicago. World fishing progress is showcased at Gothenburg tercentenary fair.
A wind and dust storm gave way to a brief rain shower in Laredo late Sunday night, with cooler breezes and light mud in dusty areas. Benavides Realitas and other eastern towns reported heavier rains along the Texas-Mexico road toward Corpus, aiding crops and oil-field water needs nearby.
Reports from Mirando Field in Zapata county describe a heavy rain Saturday evening extending southeastward. The Boston Mirando No 7 well, suspended ten days ago due to exhausted water supply, will not resume until September after supervisor Leng's return, while other area wells will proceed thanks to new water availability.
Webb county commissioners met in regular session led by County Judge A Winslow. A petition signed by about 300 property taxpayers seeks a special election to vote on a $75,000 bond issue to bituminous surface a highway from Laredo north to the LaSalle county line with the State Highway Commission agreeing to cover two thirds of the cost.
Mrs William Vollmer of Eastwood New York praises Chamberlains Tablets as a splendid remedy for stomach and liver. The ad urges readers with indigestion constipation or biliousness to try them, promising they will do you good.
Reports from Randado in Jim Hogg county note J W Pippin No 1 drilling near the old cemetery with gas indications at 475 to 105 feet and 1100 feet, while Cole No 3 near Wind in Webb county nears pay sand at 3280 feet after two failed attempts.
Laredo Studio of Dancing at 718 Sali Avenue near Club Cafe opens July 5 under Prof. J B Good principal. Phone 1488 W. The school teaches all the newer steps beginning 6 29 lin.
At the Rialto Theatre tonight H M F B presents The Remittance Woman a dramatic feature with Ethel Clayton in the lead as a fearless heroine amid thrilling adventures. Supporting cast includes Rockline Fellowes Mario Carillo Tom Wilson Etta Lee Hank Lanning James B Leong Edward Kimball and Toyo Fugita in a tale of espionage and mystery in Canton.
A special examination will eliminate all classes of teachers certificates in Laredo on August 17 and 18. Candidates must register from July 30 to August 1 inclusive.
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