End of Term Passes as Schools Close for Vacation
A busy week as examinations finish and schools close Friday, with pupils and teachers heading into a summer break. Shippers report Mexico imports passing Laredo port including calamine beer coffee ixile and copper in multiple carloads. The Texas Gulf Refining site near the Rio Grande is being cleared for ground breaking, while onion shipments total 1 040 cars this season and may reach 1 190. Holy Communion at Christ Church is set for Ascension Day morning. The War Cats baseball team from San Antonio visits Caliche Park for games with Laredo Friday to Sunday. Madge Kennedy stars in Daughter of Mine at the Royal Theater, tackling love across divisions. The Times notes the Friday program will last under two hours including The Romancers. Helen Hollis, arrested for forgery, faces district court grand jury after a binding over.
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Mexico
Port of
Laredo
Ixile
Texas Gulf Refining & Pipe Line Company
Rio Grande Banks
Christ Church
Goldwyn
Cupid
Times
Anniversaries for May 28 Highlight Notables
Today marks birthdays of Bishop Collins Denny of the Methodist Episcopal Church South born in Winchester Virginia 65 years ago Viscount Maidstone who wed Margaretta Drexel of Philadelphia born 24 years ago Carroll Lewis Maxcy dean of Williams College born Norristown Pennsylvania 11x years ago Robert C Hilliard veteran American stage actor born New York City 62 years ago Senator Morris Sheppard of Texas author of the Federal prohibition amendment born Morris County Texas 44 years ago
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Collins Denny
The
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
Winchester
Viscount
Maidstone
Margaretta Drexel
Philadelphia
Carroll Lewis Maxcy
Willams College
Norristown
Robert C. Hilliard
New York City
Morris Sheppard
Texas
Morrisounty
Little Man Poem Blesses Hagle Pass Little Man
A loving verse from the Hagle Pass News Guide honors a baby boy described as a bright light in the home. The poem chronicles rapid growth from infancy to playful milestones, praising his blue eyes golden curls and dimpled hands while thanking God for this precious child.
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Baby
Patty Caky
Hagle Pass
Social Calendar Highlights for Wednesday and Thursday Gatherings
Mrs J S Penn hosts Auction Bridge Club at 4 pm Wednesday with the Parish Guild meeting at Mrs S E Woods's at 4 pm Also a social evening at the K of C Hall Fort MacIntosh Thursday features Mrs C C Shiner hosting Tuesday Bridge Club at 4 pm at Mrs H M Austins home and four W N U circles meet at 4 pm
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J. S. Penn
Auction Bridge Club
Parish Guild
S. E. Woods
K. of C. Hall
Fort MacIntosh
C. C. Shiner
Pridge Club
H. M. Austin
W. M. A. of the Baptist Church
Albert Beddoe
Henry
Benson
W. B. Heaner
No Death Mentioned as Visitors and Events Fill City Life
Mrs. John Chamberlain and children plan to visit Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Slaughter Sunday. Mrs. McCauley of San Antonio visits relatives. Mrs. BE. J. Dwan arrives in San Marcos en route to Laredo to visit her mother. Delegations pass through for visits from Hebbronville and San Antonio while France returnees are noted. Engagements, club events, and school visits fill the week with weddings set and a public reception planned for Miss Annie Webb Blanton. The Junior Auxiliary mails books to reading rooms in Alaska after a club meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Chamberlain
J. W. Slaughter
BE. J. Dwan
San Marcos
Sidney Jackman
Laredo
E. L. Armstrong
Mr. Yaeger
Roy Yaeger
Hebbronville
San Antonio
Messrs
Roy
Louis Yaeger
France
Woman's Club
Annie Webb Blanton
Christ Church
Alaska
St. Matthews
Fairbanks
Red Dragon
Cordova
St. Stephens Mission
Yukon
Mary Besse
Helen MacDonald
Mary Ernestine Sielski
Anne McKinney
Lola Stuckey
Martha
Mary Anderson
John
Entertainments and Birthday Party at Local Club
The Monday Bridge Club and guests enjoyed yesterday afternoon hosted by Mrs. J. S. Penn with Shasta daisies and ferns as decor. Mrs. Lafon won the club prize. Mrs. Joseph received guest prize. A two course luncheon followed. Also celebrated was Katherine Landrum's tenth birthday with games ice cake and a rose candle centerpiece. Attendees included club members Mesdames Joe Martin Tom A. Leyendecker L. A. Lafon Joe Moser Jeferries J. B. Morton E. J. Foster F. A. Wilson John Martin and guests Mesdames Shelby Hamlin Cogley A. Wormser Kenedy Sam Withoff C. Withoff Joseph Christen Morrow McKinney and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monday Bridge Club
J. S. Penn
Lafon
Joseph
Mesdames
Joe Martin
Tom A. Leyendecker
L. A. Lafon
Joe Moser
Jefferies
J. B. Morton
E. J. Foster
F. A. Wilson
John Martin
Mesdames Shelby
Hamlin
Cogley
A. Wormser
Kenedy
Sam Withoff
C. Withoff
Christen
Morrow
McKinney
A. J. Landrum
Katherine
Katherine Landrum
Dorothy and
Doris Wilson
Iona Parker
Nettie Landrum
Helen Dixon
Catherine May
G’sell
Elizabeth Nye
Adelaide Woodul
Tommy
Bessie Mann
Clara May
Elinor Judkins
Bobby Woodul
Violet Beaman
Merle
Virginia Netzer
Nellie Netzer
Ruth Rodgers
Women workers unionize for higher wages in Ottawa
In Ottawa nearly a thousand charwomen employed by the Dominion government form a union seeking wage increases. Miss Della Cox of Millville New Jersey is the first woman elected as a delegate to the Glass Bottle Blower's Association annual convention in the United States and Canada. Miss Hilda Florence Simpson of Liverpool becomes the first woman admitted to the Society of Incorporated Accountants and Auditors in Great Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion
Ottawa
Della Cox
Millville
N. J
Glass Bottle Blower’s Association
United States
Canada
Hilda Florence Simpson
Liverpool
Great Britain
Society of Incorporated Accountants and Auditors
Personal arrivals and visitors noted in the city
Ernest L. Anderson arrived yesterday from San Antonio. O Pratt and Wm Kirkendahl of Encinal are visitors in the city. Capt David McGown arrived yesterday from San Antonio and is stopping at the Hamilton.
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Ernest L. Anderson
San Antonio
O. Pratt
Wm. Kirkendahl
Encinal
Capt
David McGown
Hamilton
Illiteracy in New York Faces New State Bill Action
Governor Smith endorses a bill to wipe out illiteracy in New York and reports about six hundred thousand residents cannot read or speak English. The measure targets those over 16 and creates a zone system to adapt to industrial changes while schooling children continues.
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New York
Smith
Andrew S. Draper
Masonic Notice for Laredo Lodge Meeting
Called meeting of Laredo Lodge No. 547 A F and A M tonight at 8 Work in B A degree All visiting brethren invited to attend J A Burnett W M
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Laredo
A. F
A. M
J. A. Burnett
W. M
Driving Power for Industry in Uncertain Labor Times
United States Department of Labor reports a large emigration wave reducing native labor. Up to half of some European-origin populations leave, spurred by liberty above oppression and unemployment. Stated remedies focus on machinery and innovation to offset labor shortages and protect production nationwide.
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United States Department of Labor
Europe
United States
Federal Commissioner of Labor
Chicago Daily News
Feast of Weeks Observed Amid Jewish Reform Traditions
The Feast of Weeks falls on Wednesday June 4, tracing its origins as a first fruits festival to a modern reform observance. Reform Judaism expanded the holiday into a historical festival with a confirmation ceremony marking graduation from religious school and loyalty to the covenant.
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Egypt
Reform
Centennial birth of Rt Rev Huntington noted in paper
The issue honors the birth of Rt Rev Frederic Dan Huntington first bishop of Central New York. A special meeting of Central of Georgia Railway stockholders is set for today to vote on a bond issue ranging from 50 million to 75 million dollars.
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Frederic Dan Huntington
Episcopal Diocese
Central New York
Central of Georgia Railroad
American aviators awarded decoration in London flight
The NC-4 crew, first to cross the Atlantic, received the grand cross of the order of the Tower and Sword. The Portuguese foreign minister presented the honor in London, per a Lisbon wireless message.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
NC-4
Order of the Tower and Sword
Lisbon
Hawker and Grieve Receive Air Force Cross at Buckingham Palace
London May 28 Mary G Hawker and Lieutenant Commander Mackenzie Grieve were received by King George at Buckingham Palace. The King awarded them the Air Force Cross, the first actual recipients of the order.
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London
G. Hawker
Mackenzie Grieve
George
Buckingham Palace
Hawker
Grieve
Navy unsure if NC-4 left Lisbon for Plymouth test
Washington reports the navy department has no current advice on whether seaplane NC-4 departed Lisbon to conduct the test leg of the Rockaway to Plymouth flight. The status of the transatlantic attempt remains unsettled as officials await further word.
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Washington
Navy Department
Lisbon
Rockaway
Plymouth
Eclipse Observation Plans Reach Global Stage
Washington reports observers discuss the solar eclipse due tomorrow spanning Chile to Africa with totality lasting up to nearly eight minutes. Astronomers from the United States and Europe voyage to Brazil Africa and Montevideo to capture clearer photographs from naval seaplanes at ten to fifteen thousand feet.
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Washington, D. C
North America
South America
Chile
Brazil
Atlantic Ocean
Africa
East Africa
Indian Ocean
mid-Atlantic
United States
England
Europe
David Todd
Amherst College
Montevideo
The Feminine of It and Town Ceremony
An amicable old lady recounts the procession at the town event the laying of the foundation stone for a new church. She identifies the royal visitors and local officials including the duke and duchess the mayor and mayoress the vicar and a woman she calls an “ervixen.”
Dallas Result Grants Victory for Amendment Opposition
Late election returns overturn a 3000 vote lead for woman suffrage and deliver a 6000 plus margin against the amendment. Final tallies show suffrage 89715, against 95355. prohibition 6425, against 84020. governor salary raise 73794, against 103824. home building 95222, against 82844.
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Associated Press
Dallas
Naval General Board backs separate battleship and cruiser programs
By Associated Press from Washington on May 28 an unanimous decision by the naval general board and overseas officers favors continuing the construction of battleships and battle cruisers rather than adopting a composite ship combining the two types.
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Associated Press
Washington
Naval General Board
President Wilson's Third Term Seen by League of Nations Tie
In Chicago on May 28 Homer Cummings, D N C chairman, says Wilson's bid for a third term hinges on the League of Nations vote. He presides over a two day session of the party's national committee.
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Y Associated Press
Chicago
Wilson
League of Nations
Homer& Cummings
Democratic National
Campaign Planning Opens in Chicago for 182 Election
The Democratic National Committee began a two day session in Chicago on May 28 to map out organizational plans for the 182 campaign. Delegates discussed strategy, staffing, and outreach efforts aimed at boosting party efforts nationwide.
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Chicago
Democratic National Committee
Organization For Thre
Representative Mason Proposes Ireland Post Salary Bill
Washington May 28 Representative Mason of Tingis introduced a bill directing the expenditure of 144100 from state department funds for salaries for a minister and consuls to the republic of Ireland.
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Associated Press
Washington
Mason
Tingisas
State Department
Republic of Ireland
Centenary of noted bishop observed in Utica
The Central New York Episcopal diocese convened in Utica for a centennial of Bishop Frederic Dan Huntington who led the diocese from 1869 until his death in 1904. Huntington, born 1819 in Medfield Massachusetts, was a Harvard trained preacher and once Massachusetts legislatures chaplain.
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Utica
N. Y
Episcopal Diocesan
Central New Yorks
Frederic Dan Wentington
Huntington
Central New Yrdiocore
United States
Madley
Mass
Amherst College
Harvard Divinity School
Harvard University
Massachusetts
Unitarian Church
Episcopal Church
Emmanuel Parish
Boston
Central
New York
Smith
Cause of Headache and Relief with Chamberlains Tablets
The article states headaches stem from stomach upset or constipation and Can be relieved by Chamberlains Tablets. It claims many have found permanent relief using these tablets and notes they are easy to take and mild in effect.
Paderewski fears German attack on Poland
Polish premier Szure Jan Paderewski arrived in Paris after a Warsaw night voyage and warned of a possible German strike in multiple locations. He dismissed Polish pogrom reports as German propaganda. Versailles meanwhile noted Germany would demand 12.85 trillion marks in counterclaims against Allied reparations.
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Ty Associated Press
Paris
Poland
Szure Jan Paderewski
Rom Worsaw
Versailles
Russian wire says evacuation not cause of Petrograd attack
London dispatch reports a Russian wire service denying that the Petrograd incident resulted from an evacuation. It states troops near Petrograd are holding Gatebina front south of the city and driving back the enemy with reinforcements already sent.
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London
Petroria
Gatebina
Petreerud
Four-power peace council moves to settle Haitian question
Paria May 28 The council of four at the peace conference is exerting determined effort to settle the Haitian question today. Tardieu of France, after consulting Italian representatives, outlined a formula generally following Colonel House's compromise proposed last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paria
Council of Four
Peace Conference
Tardieu
Italin
House
Boundary talks on Austria southern borders delayed
Paris May 26 reports the four power council discussing Austria's southern boundaries. The Italian position and the council of four and ten members influence decisions, delaying progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Anata
Council of Four
Austria
Women gain roles in commerce and law across era milestones
The Niles chamber votes to admit women to hire membership and a police parade reserve. The Irish Naval Institute approves new members. U S women workers number about eleven million with census forecasts of 10 to 12 million. Six states allow women jurors. Helen Hyde, famed for Japanese color prints, dies in Pasadena. The Illinois Homeopathic Association elects a woman president for the first time in 64 years. The famed Ladies Peace treaty linked Louisa of Savoy and Margaret of Austria.
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Chamber of Commerce of
Niles
E H
New Yor City
Institution of Naval ‘Yeuvtede
Ark
United States
Helen Hyde
Pasadena
Imillinous Homeopathic Association
Louisa of Savoy
Margaret of Austria
Do You Enjoy Life? A Stomach Tonic Suggestion
A health note praises good digestion for enjoyment of life and claims bilious or indigestion sufferers lose appetite and cheer. It recommends Chamberlain's Tablets to tone the stomach aid digestion and regulate bowels with a few doses to restore comfort.
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Brennan
District Court
Violet 8
Obeerfeldt Society
God
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Florence Armstrong
Lois
Dorothy Derby
Albert Martin
Galveston
Houston
Mr. Martin
Lester Beckham
City
Sidney Katz
Chas. Moser
R. L. Muller
A. B. Muller
J. R. Moore
Mary Josephine
Nashville
Tennessee
Evelyn Moore
Ward Belmont
James
Philip
Virginia
A. C. Richter
Helen Mary
Horace Edward Watson
Christ Episcopal Church
Robert
Joe Fasnacht
Evans
Jack Younkin
Charline
Miles Nye
Elinor Kehl
Anna May Mussett
Marjorie Fish
Mary
Ralph Cook
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Masuriny, Aggardig
King George IN
Ireland
Paderewski
Russia
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