Cost of Government Taxes Rise and Public Woes
A Seattle Post Intelligencer commentary assesses postwar tax increases, noting that individuals now face about 160 per year in national taxes and that overall government debt drives costs up. It criticizes government expansion, wastage, and the push for public ownership of utilities as worsening tax burdens and forecasts ongoing tax rises unless budget and efficiency improve.
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Seattle
Post Intelligencer
Weller
Uncle Sam
Sam
Washington
Congress
Public Sentiment on Radicals and the Threat they Pose
Public sentiment debates belittling radical activity while stressing the danger posed by Reds. The piece notes hundreds of radicals being tried in Chicago and cites extensive undercover work by Secret Service on meetings, propaganda, and anti government attitudes. It highlights the need for citizen awareness to mobilize opposition.
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Reds
Chicago
Secret Service
Anarchists Threaten U S Government and Public Safety
An editorial warns that a plot by foreign born radicals aimed to mimic Bolshevik rule could have unleashed widespread harm in Seattle and other cities. It emphasizes the danger to public utilities and the need to defend the republic, urging radicals to leave the country if they oppose the government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Republic
Soviet Russia
Must Refund Pro Rata Premiums On Partial Loss Policies
Austin July 21 The State Fire Insurance Commission announced that insurers must refund to policy holders a pro rata share of unearned premiums on policies canceled after partial losses. The commission said some companies had failed to refund unused premium amounts.
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Austin
Texas
State Fire Insurance Commission
River's End at the Royal opens with star cast
The River's End directed by Marshall Nielan opened two days at the Royal Theater drawing good afternoon and evening crowds. Based on James Oliver Curwood's novel, the far northern saga features six stars led by Lewis Stone as Conniston and John Keith with Marjorie Daw Jane Novak J Barney Sherry Charles West and Yama Mata. If you missed yesterday see today or tonight.
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Motron Picture
Marshall Nielan
Royal Theater
the Royal
James Oliver Curwood
Far North
Automobile Seized Near Encinal Texas For Auction
Ford automobile seized near Encinal Texas on July 12 1920 for violation of Section 2082 R S. Claim within twenty days from first publication or the automobile will be sold at public auction at the Customhouse at 10 a m August 20 1920. A R Kahn Deputy Collector of Customs.
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Port of Laredo
Texas
Encinal
A. R. Kahn
Laredo City Council approves sewerage bid and raises rates
The Laredo city council held a regular session last evening approving the sewerage contract with F. C. Youmans Contraction Company of Houston for 121000, suspending rules to pass related ordinances, and authorizing payment schemes. Officials considered water rate hikes, street wagon purchases, and police staffing at the Heights playground amid civic concerns.
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L. Villegas
Moore
Henry
Farias
Martin
Salinas
Brennan
Richter
DaCamara
F. C. Youmans Contraction Company of
Houston
Finance Committee
Fred A. Jones
W. Waldo
Said Jones
Laredo
Alderman Brennan
the Heights
B. H. Guinn
J. S. Westbrook
W. B. Heaner
E. R.tarver
City
Heights
Alden Moore
F. C. Youmans
A. R. Garcia
Southwest Texas Mexican Baptists in Convention
Delegates to the annual Mexican Baptist Association of Southwest Texas arrive in Laredo to attend sessions at the Mexican Baptist church on San Bernardo Avenue and Coke Street. Rev. E. Mireles, pastor of Laredo Baptist Church, leads arrangements with his congregation as hosts, with hospitality planned for visitors from Austin, Houston, and other areas throughout the state.
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Mexican Baptist Association of
Southwest Texas
Laredo
Mexican Baptist Church
San Bernardo Avenue
Coke Street
T. Mireles
Laredo Baptist Church
Austin
Houston
Constance Talmadge Stars in Two Weeks at Strand
The Strand Theater presents Constance Talmadge in the First National production Two Weeks. A chorus girl bewitches three old bachelors in a comedy plagued by witty moments. Audiences are urged to attend tonight and be entertained by the playful performances.
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Laredo
Strand Theater
Constance Talmadge
Keene Promoted to Sergeant in Texas Rangers Unit
Henry Keene of Co. C Texas State Rangers commanded by Captain William Ryan in Laredo has been named sergeant to succeed Claude Franklin. Keene is described as a fine fellow and a fearless ranger who will be a valuable assistant to Captain Ryan on the border.
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Henry Keene
Co. C
Texas State Rangers
William Ryan
Laredo
Ryan
Claude Franklin
Keene
Ferriess
Probate Court In Webb County Sits For Business
The Webb County probate court remains in session with Judge Winslow urging timely preparation of matters. In addition to Monday’s docket, Tuesday’s session disposed of the estate of Juan V. Benavides. The will was admitted to probate and Gonzalo P. Farias named executor without bond. Appraisers named were Albert Martin, Luis A Lafon and A R Garcia.
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Webb County
Winslow
The
Times
Juan V. Benavides
Will
Gonzalo P. Farias
Albert Martin
Luis A. Lafon
A. R. Garcia
Ward & Co Open New Real Estate Office in Netzer Building
Ward and Co a trusted real estate firm announces the opening of their office in the Netzer Building 1317 Lincoln St They will handle Laredo residence and business properties farm and ranch lands and solicit listings promising prompt personal attention to all business entrusted to their care whether large or small
Timms Watch Offers Daily Opportunity for Monthly Bets
Timms advertises daily opportunities for bets by the month with a focus on steady returns. The note highlights recurring options and pricing by month, urging readers to consider ongoing access and benefits.
City grants meat market permits across districts
City council approved locating meat markets in several districts to ease access for residents. Notices in local columns also advertise room rentals, theater showings at Royal and Strand, and various local business services including plumbing, realty, and ice cream shops.
Park fencing advances for Laredo athletic grounds
Work is under way to fence Caliche Park with a seven foot board fence. An association will lease the grounds for baseball and football use. Construction on the grandstand will start soon and the park should be ready for all sports within two weeks.
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Laredo
Caliche
Captain Marker Leaves Laredo to Lead Corpus Christi Times
Captain A. R. Marker who came to Laredo for newspaper work with his family departed this morning for Corpus Christi. He will become editor of the Corpus Christi Evening Times. Robert E. Fising will follow soon to take a department post on the same paper.
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A. R. Marker
Laredo
Corpus Christi
Marker
Samoset Boston Chocolates Shipped to Olympia Candy Co
Just received shipment of Samoset Boston boxed chocolates at Olympia Can Dy Co. The company also makes homemade pecan candies. Phone 456. Publication tag 7-19-tf.
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Boston
Olympia Candy CO
Texas Democratic primary set for July 24 in Texas
Austin reports preparations complete for the statewide primary with ballots issued to county chairmen. Four governor candidates and five for lieutenant governor filed, with a possible second primary on August 28. The Home Ownership constitutional referendum is on the ballot. Ex soldiers and women voters are highlighted, with about 700,000 voters and 6,300 precincts. Official tickets list nominees for governor and statewide offices and all eighteen congressional districts.
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Associated Press
Austin
Texas
State Democratic Executive Committee
State Democratic Convention
W. P. Hobby
Congress
Joseph Weldon Bailey
Cooke County
B. F. Looney
Hunt County
Pat M. Neff
McLennan County
R. E. Thomason
el Paso County
Lo -Wes Culp
Bell County
Lynch Davidson
Harris County
W. A. Johnson
Hall County
J. C. McNealus
Dallas County
W. P. Pace
R. B. Humphrey
C. M. Cureton
Bosque County
John W
Baker
Crosby County
Court of Criminal Appeals
W. L. Davidson
Travis County
F. B. Martin
Gregg County
Supreme Court
William E. Hawkins
William M. Key
William Pierson
Sam H. Dixon
George B. Terrell
Cherokee County
John L. Andrews
Earle B. Mayfield
Great events and disasters across 1910 headlines
July 21 reports the Breda treaty returning Acadia to France while Franklin proposes a Union plan in Congress. Vatican envoy Satolli is born in Perugia and dies in Rome. British forces seize Chin-Kiang-Foo during the Grand Canal entry. Confederate veterans dedicate Stonewall Jackson statue in Lexington. A British Commons Irish Land Bill passes. A San Diego harbor boiler blast kills 28 and wounds 100. Massive forest fires devastate Manitoba Ontario Montana Washington Michigan and Wisconsin destroying four towns.
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Cardinal Satolli
Vatican
United States
Perugia
Italy
Rome
Sir Hugh Gough
Chin-Kiang-Foo
General Stonewall Jackson
Lexington
House of Commons
Bennington
San Diego
Manitoba
Ontario
Montana
Washington
Michigan
Wisconsin
British House of Commons ratifies Peace Treaty
July 21 report says the British House of Commons ratified the peace treaty amid celebrations while a dirigible in Chicago collapsed, killing twelve and injuring twenty eight.
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House of Commons
Chicago
Government Lands Bought at Kelly Field and Brooks Field
San Antonio announces government purchase of about 1000 acres at Kelly Field No 2 and Brooks Field for 198000 dollars. Negotiations reportedly under way for an additional 1200 acres in the two fields. Captain Eric Eades states no official use known beyond possible air stations.
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Associated Press
San Antonio
Texas
Kelly Field No. 2
Brooks Field
Eric Eades
Judge Advocates Department
Washington
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Jocat AL News
Ward & Co
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Alamo
Jacon
Crane
Nuevo Laredo
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Strand
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Juarez Plumbing
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Charles O'Neil
Corpus
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Sek Robison
Morris County
Lon A. Smith
Henderson County
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Hill County
Eugene Black
Clarksville
John C. Box
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Thomas Bond
Terrell
Morgan D. Sanders
Canton
Will D. Sutter
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Dabney White
Tyler
R. EB. Yantis
Athens
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Ed Westbrook
Wolfe City
Hatton W. Summers
Dallas
Rufus Hardy
Corsicana
Caly Stone Briggs
Galveston
Daniel ®. Garrett
Harry V. Fisher
J. J. Mansfield
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J. P. Buchanan
Brienham
A. T. McKean
Victor Marcellin Machet
Tom Connally
Marlin
Fritz G. Lanham
Fort Worth
Lucien W., Parrish
Henrietta
Carlos Bee
Breda
Acadia
France
Benjamin Franklin
Konstantin Fehrenbach
Reichstag
Council of People’s Commissaries
Germany
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Fehrenbach
Baden
Maria Christina
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Grover Cleveland
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