Parcel post proves popular despite express opposition
The parcel post has shown strong public support since its start, helping small firms reach customers at lower costs and enabling farmers and city residents to obtain goods cheaply. Postmaster General Burleson raises weight limits and cuts rates, while critics from express companies complain of diverted business. Senator Works remains vocally opposed to tariff reforms.
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Parcel Post
Hitchcock
Burleson
Sam
United States Postoffice Department
A Good Investment by Whitemound Merchant
W D Magli a Whitemound Wisconsin merchant bought a stock of Chamberlains medicine to supply customers. After receiving them he fell ill and says one small bottle of Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was worth more than the cost of his entire stock. For sale by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Magli
Whitemound
Wis
Chamberlain
Come to Texas. A call to boost Texas travel and settlement
Esteemed Texas press in the Galveston News praises the recurring slogan Come to Texas as a powerful motivator for outsiders to visit and consider relocating to Texas. The article argues repeated invitations shape public perception, even if locals find it repetitive, and underscores the press’s role in promoting the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Texas
Press of
Dodson's Liver Tone Ad Promises Refund Guarantee
An advertisement for Dodson's Liver Tone claims it relieves constipation sour stomach and biliousness with gentle safe action. The City Drug Co offers a full refund if a bottle fails to satisfy and urges customers to ensure the product is genuine and guaranteed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodson
City Drug Co
Piles Cure Promised at Home by New Absorption Method
An advertisement offers at home treatment for piles bleeding itching or protruding with a new absorption method. It promises immediate relief and permanent cure, asks readers to mail address for free trial materials and references, and directs writing to Mrs M Sammers Box P Notre Dame iv.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Sammers
Notre Dame, iv
THIS DATE IN HISTORY England Takes Possession
On July 26, 175, England asserted control over unspecified territory in a brief historical note. The fragmentary record references imperial possession without clear details on location or subsequent events.
Prominent American Figures of 1793 to 1907
A concise historical note traces births and deaths of notable figures including Sam Houston born 1793 in Lexington Virginia and died in Huntsville Texas, Robert S. McCormick born 1849 in Rockbridge County Virginia, with diplomatic posts in London Vienna Budapest Paris and as ambassador to France and Russia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brandywine Battlefield
Sam Houston
Huntsville
Texas
Lexington
Robert S McCormick
Progressive Party
Rockbridge County
Virginia
Great McCormick Company of
Chicago
Robert
University of Virginia
Austria-Hungary
Russia
France
Beautiful Marsle Mausoleum Honors Bishop Verdaguer in Laredo
The Catholic Cemetery in Laredo hosts a new Marsle mausoleum over the grave of Bishop Peter Verdaguer, who died in November 1911. The Italian blue marble monument stands thirty feet high with a white marble cross, a 22 foot interior ring, and a chapel altar. Cost about 7000 dollars with 2500 donated by Mrs Lecouvreur of Los Angeles and 3500 from vicariate funds. Dedication planned for September under Rt. Rev. Paul J. Nussbaum with altar and works by local contributors.
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Texas
Laredo
Peter Verdaguer
Brownsville
Lecouvreur
Los Angles
Viccariste
Quentin Villegas
Paul J. Nussbaum
Verdaguer
Woman from Columbia credits Cardus tonic for relief
Mrs Sharp of Columbia Tennessee says she suffered from womanly troubles causing fatigue headaches and bed rest until using Cardus tonic. She reports renewed strength and no pain. Cardus claims to aid nervous irritable women and encourages readers to consult Chattanooga Medicine Co for instructions and a 64 page home treatment book.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Tenn
Cardus
Chattanooga Medicine Co
Chattanooga
N.C
Kickapoo Worm Killer Advertised To Rid Kids Of Worms
A vintage ad touts Kickapoo Worm Killer as a pleasant candy lozenge that expels worms, relieves symptoms like grinding teeth and thirst, and restores children to health. Mrs. J A Brisbin of Elgin Illinois testifies to its success. Guaranteed through druggists or by mail, price 26 cents. Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. Philadelphia and St Louis. Reed Drug Co. recommends it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Brisbin
Elgin
Ill
Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Reed Drug Co
Painter at wake finds he must pay for drinks
A New Jersey painter who reportedly came to life at his own wake was soon relieved to learn the drinks were on him. The anecdote, attributed to a Washington Post piece, plays on a toastlike joke about settling the bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Washington Post
First Train Over National Lines Reaches Nuevo Laredo Late
The initial Monterrey to Nuevo Laredo train arrived after 1 am instead of 6 pm yesterday, with northward service delayed by slow travel and careful checks. A southbound freight train of twenty five cars left Nuevo Laredo this morning as passenger trains resume daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Lines of
Mexico
Monterey
Nuevo Laredo
National Lines
Water-takers notice on Salinas avenue shut 9 am Sunday
Laredo Water Company announces water will be closed at nine o clock Sunday morning for three or four hours to connect the sixteen inch mains on Salinas avenue. Adv. 7-24-31.
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Salinas Avenue
Laredo Water Company
Surprise Party Delights Kathryn MacGregor at Jarvis Plaza
Last evening at about 8 o'clock a group gathered at Jarvis Plaza and marched to the home of Miss Kathryn MacGregor to give a full surprise after her return from San Antonio. On the lawn they played games, enjoyed ice cream and cake, and spent a joyful evening with many friends. Participants included Kathryn MacGregor May Netzer Selena Richter Lurline Davis Courtney Slaughter Ruth Scratchley Ella Levine Anita Sharkey Sadie Hazelrigg Vesta Sutton Sarah Vidaurri Miriam Werner Esther Sharkey Eugenia Lafon Reuben Cotulla Henry Burr Walter Hatley Joe Hatley Furney Muller Howard Davis Fred Netzer James Greer Asherton Hazelrigg Herbert Gribble Pepe Lowry Forest Biskamp Dave Applewhite.
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Jarvis Plaza
Waris
Kathryn MacGreed
San Antonio
Kathryn MacGregor
May Netzer
Selen Richter
Lurline Davis
Courtney, Slaughter
Ruth Scratchley
Ella Levine
Anita Sharkey
Sadie Hazelrigg
Vesta Sutton
Sarah Vidaurri
Miriam
Werner
Esther Sharkey
Eugenia Lafon
Reuben Cotulla
Henry Burr
Walter
Joe Hatley
Furney Muller
Howard Davis
Fred Netzer
James Greer
Asherton Hazelrigg
Herbert Gribble
Pepe Lowry
Forest Biskamp
Dave Applewhite
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Endorsed By Tex. Reader
In Delvalle Texas J H Polanco says Bucklen's Arnica Salve saved his daughter's cut foot. Suitable for burns cuts wounds and scars. Advertises the salve as the world's best and priced at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
J. H. Polanco
Delvalle
Tex
R. No
Reed Drug Co
Faculty probes proposed county road route plans
Professor Robert J Loe of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas and Professor Potts with County Engineer O I Foster and County Commissioner L Puig surveyed the proposed highway from the city to the county line. They will log the route to compile construction specs for a dirt and gravel road rated among the state’s best. A special commission session is likely Tuesday to hear Potts report and review specifications.
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Clat
Robert J. Loe
AM the Agricultural & Mechantelege of
Texas
Potts
OI Foster
L. Puig
Local personals list many travelers visiting from San Antonio and beyond
Louis F Perron of Minera spent night in the city and returned this morning. Dr J A Watts arrived yesterday from San Antonio and left for Saltillo. Miss Laura Mudd returned from Austin. Col J A Robertson left for Monterey after a stay in the city. Mrs James M Morlan and daughter en route from Monterey to San Antonio will leave tonight. Numerous others from San Antonio, New Orleans, and Monterey are stopping at the Hamilton or visiting briefly while on travels.
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Monterey
Louis F. Perron
Minera
G. Delling
Louis S. Fairman
New Orleans
City
Hamilton
J. A. Watts
San Antonio
Saltillo
Mexico
Woodlief Thomas
Stumberg
Laura Mudd
Austin
Col
J. A. Robertson
Washington, D. C
James M. Morlan
Rob Burges
Gus J. Groos
Fatima Girls Coming to Laredo at Star Theater Tonight
The Fatima Girls and company a ten member vaudeville group is secured for Laredo and will perform at the Star Theater tonight. Local observers who saw them in Corpus on the Fourth of July call the troupe strong with top comedians and a solid Texas act.
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Fatima Girls
Cemt
Texas
Laredo
Star Theater
Corpus
Vaudey'tle
Anticipating Rush of Business in Laredo After Train Service Return
Laredo merchants expect revived commerce with Northern Mexico as train service on the National Lines resumes. Prior shutdown hurt orders and shipments between Nuevo Laredo, Monterrey, and local traders. With service restored, business outlook brightens and trade flow should recover.
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Laredo
Mexico
Three Bridge Contracts Awarded
County Judge G R Pare opened bids for three frame trestles on the Agulilares road over ravines once nearly impassable after a wet spell. Abram Flores and Dolores Hernandez won the bridges contract for 152.50, county supplying materials. Work to begin soon.
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G. R. Pare
Agulilares
Abram Flores
Dolores Hernandez
Cotton Pickers Going to Fields Amid Labor Shortage
The region sends a limited number of Mexican laborers to harvest cotton as usual, with a few arriving in Laredo to be employed. If train service resumes regularly, a larger influx of workers from Mexico is anticipated to the south.
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Mexico
Laredo
Republic
King of All Laxatives Earner Ends with Family Blessing
Paul Mathulka of Buffalo New York proclaims Dr King s New Life Pills the king of all laxatives and a blessing to his family. For constipation headaches indigestion and dyspepsia these pills are advertised as a remedy. Get a box and get well price 25 cents Reed Drug Co recommends.
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Dr. King
New Life
Paul Mathulka
Buffalo
N. Y
Reed Drug Co
New Jersey Men's League for Woman Suffrage Convened
Ocean Grove New Jersey July 26 The New Jersey Men's League for Woman Suffrage held a well attended convention to advance woman suffrage in the state. Members will back only senate and assembly candidates who pledge support for giving women the ballot in the next legislature.
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Ocean Grove
N. J
New Jersey Men's League For Woman Suffrage
Senate
Assembly
Masons Sail for Panama From New Orleans
Several hundred high degree Masons from across the South sail from New Orleans on the Athens for Panama. Organized by the Grand Consistory of Louisiana the trip aims to exemplify a class of 102 and, after conferring degrees, establish a branch of the Ancient Arabic Order of the Mystic Shrine.
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New Orleans
South
Panama
Athens
Grand Consistory
Louisiana
Card of Thanks From Mrs Capra and Family
Card of thanks to all friends who assisted in hours of sorrow after the loss of a husband and father. Mrs M Capra and family extend heartfelt gratitude and assure kindness will not be forgotten.
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M. Capra
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Erie, Pa
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Wyoming
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Australia
Hazel Green
Robert S. McCormick
Marsle
Fin
Ady
Prof. Potts
Douglas Largen
Ned Woodal
Mexico City
Dario Sanchez
Manuel Cruz
Eduardo Cruz
New Laredo
Bernard E. French
F. R. Douglas
HG. Schevener
F. H. Lancaster
R. K. Mims
Corpus Christi
Mrs. Mims
W. J. Irwin
D. M. Parkenson
R. E Henning
L. S Fahrmann
Douglas Uargen
D. F. Redner
Benavides
R. W. Davis
Darwin
Bob Burges
Gus
J. Groos
S. Steinberg
J. S. Sullivan
Asherton
Fatima
Commercial Lines
Men’s League For Equal Suffrage
Masons Sail
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