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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1917
Page
6
Publication details list weekly and daily editions, delivery options, price for various terms, and advertising rates. Includes U S Mexico and Canada coverage with mail and carrier delivery to Laredo and New Laredo. Subscriptions due in advance and rates shown for monthly, quarterly, six months, and yearly terms.
Editorial argues that wealthy stockholders and corporations should bear the burden of war taxes through excess profits taxes. It contends average citizens earn under $1,000 yearly while prices rise, and rail and entertainment taxes disproportionately affect the poor. It cites 1916 excess profits of major corporations at $437,394,880 and laments the uneven distribution of tax pain.
An American editorial defends the U S Secret Service against harsh criticism. It notes agents work quietly across districts, arrest German spies, disrupt smugglers and counterfeit rings, and stresses effectiveness over publicity. A German air raid report follows, praising Allied casualties with grim irony.
The text argues that people should pay more taxes as a duty to aid the nation. It suggests individuals would contribute more if framed as a patriotic obligation and notes that a dollar is a small sacrifice to many, even if they struggle to afford basic comforts.
Report notes steady Italian advances while other fronts are quiet, with many prisoners captured. The observer asserts that Italian actions will progress beyond mere conjecture and that Austrian lines under German command cannot easily contain them.
Notice states passenger service from the I G N depot to Mexico City and other Mexican points will resume on May 28. The 8 a.m. departure connects with the southbound at New Laredo, while Mexican points trains arrive at 10 a.m. bringing passengers from the Constitutionalists Bus line and connect with the I G N northbound at 12 01 p m.
Hon Morris Sheppard of Texas, a leading Prohibition advocate, is 42. Native of Texarkana, educated at the University of Texas and Yale Law School, he has practiced law since 1898 and served in Congress since 1902, with a Senate term through 1919. He and cousin by marriage William F Kirby both hail from Texarkana Arkansas.
A Laredo resident testimonial from police officer G Vasquez at 608 Houston St endorses Doan's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney trouble. He praises relief and urges readers to buy the 50 cent remedy from dealers, citing Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as proprietor.
Notice states the annual meeting of stockholders at the company's office in Laredo Texas on June 27 1917 at 9 00 A M to elect Directors and address business before the meeting. The Board of Directors will convene immediately after adjournment Acting Secretary L V Boniger 5 26 30t.
Proper food varies by age and work with weak stomachs needing slow eating and thorough mastication. Keep bowels regular and use Chamberlain's Tablets when constipated or dull after meals for stomach strength and bowel movement.
A list of historical events dated May 28 across years from 1672 to 1916 including declarations of war in Boston against the Dutch, Washingtons 1754 victory at Fort Duquesne, 1808 exhumation of Revolutionary War prisoners, the 1818 Lake Erie steamboat launch, 1845 Quebec fire, 1865 cable plans Alaska to Siberia, 1875 Holyoke church tragedy, 1905 Lewis and Clark exhibit, 1911 Tobacco Trust Supreme Court loss, and 1914 Huerta retirement talks plus 1915 and 1916 war notes. text also advertises Hall’s Catarrh Cure with regional claims.
Notice to all persons indebted to the City of Laredo for any year from 1885 to 1916 to call and pay promptly or suit will be brought to foreclose the tax lien and sell the property for taxes penalty interest and costs. City Attorney A Winslow warns the action will greatly increase the burden. 5 17 30t.
An old advertisement claims Po-Do-Lax from the may apple stimulates bile flow, restores a torpid liver, and cleanses the intestines. It asserts relief from headaches and dull skin, promising faster results and “shorten your liver's working hours” with a 50 cent price at druggists.
The coming visit to Texas of L. T. Cooper the Millionaire Philanthropist draws wide interest. He promotes Tanlac health theory and has funded large charity drives in Houston San Antonio and Galveston. His efforts extend to Memphis Birmingham Atlanta and beyond with free bread lines and numerous dress donations.
A major blaze damaged the Wormser Brothers warehouse in Laredo near Iturbide street and Convent Avenue. Automobiles, tires, bicycles, and goods were moved into the street as crews battled the fire. The loss to Wormser is about 15000 dollars with partial insurance. adjoining firms report non insured damages. Firefighters and volunteers, aided by Army hospital corps, saved the building through heavy effort. origin remains unknown.
A wreck on the Texas-Mexican line near Norway left tracks torn and two freight cars derailed due to a spike on the rails. Trains traveling both directions were delayed over the weekend. The page also lists local notices, ads, and public interest items from a 1961 locality including sales, licenses, and community events.
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