Destroying commerce and a world turned upside down
Saturday’s Daily reports on the Carrancista campaign to punish merchants across Mexico for extortion, forcing currency acceptance amid deportation threats for foreigners and execution for natives, with firms paying fines to close shops and raise prices. It also notes a naval gun battle where British and German vessels clashed, discussing implications for U.S. navy buildup.
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Carranza
Republic
Yorktown
Verdugos
Army of
Mexico
Islas Marias
Gulf of California
United States
Carrancista
Surprising report questions British sea power in war
A dubious account from Her lin claims a sea fight off the Danish coast shakes British dominance. It contrasts Britain’s historically decisive victories with German strengths and suggests a sensational loss of ships like Warspite, with dubious details about submarine or torpedo boat action and misleading reports of battles near Helgoland.
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Herlin
Great Britain
South Atlantic
United States
John Paul Jones
Helgoland
Baltic
Warspite
Republican leaders foresee Roosevelt Hughes clash at convention
Republican leaders sense a real fight between Roosevelt and Hughes at the convention while predicting the rest of the summer will not present a true struggle. They also believe Wilson will face little resistance in the walk-over, with sheer humanity avoiding cruelty.
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Roosevelt
Hughes
Wilson
Funston’s Attitude Toward Mexican Troops Outlined
Funston tells Secretary Baker he is not worrying about Mexican troop disposition and implies it is up to Mexico to act. The Kansas native notes national memory of San Jacinto, even among Sunflower State residents, as a backdrop to potential conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Funston
Baker
Kansas
San Jacinto
Red Cross appeals for broad civic support and membership
The article urges universal appeal of the American Red Cross and calls on all residents of Laredo to join the local chapter. It outlines the mission in war and peace, emphasizes nonpartisan service, and explains dues, leadership, and how to join at Hotel Hamilton or via local officers, with Dr J T Halsell as chair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Red Cross
Tts
United States
Batth
Red Cross
Ali
Laredo
R. K. Mims
W. W. MacGregor
Wreck causes condemned by those who know fact
Critics with experience in Mexican railroad operations blame the disaster between Mesa and Rodriguez on obstinate incompetent driving. They allege the engineer ignored orders, opened the throttle in a reckless rush to beat a freight train, and warn that Mexican practices leave rail workers untrained as soon as a qualified man is maimed. Observers doubt intoxication but question safe operation under current leadership, predicting better future only when American crews resume control.
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Mexico
Republic
Mesa
Rodriguez
The
Social calendar notices for Saturday through Monday
Social calendar lists events for Saturday with Mrs J S Penn hosting Nulles Club and Miss Vera Sharkey hosting Entre Nous. Sunday includes Junior Epworth League at Methodist church and Christian Endeavor at Christian church with B Y P U services. Monday shows Tournament Bridge Club at Mrs John Tucker Hassell and No Monday Weekly Bridge Club due to absence. Weights Civic League meets at four with Mrs Hal Brennan.
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J. S. Penn
Nulles Club
Vera Sharkey
Bridge
Entre Nous Club
Junior Epworth League
Methodist Church
Christian Endeavor Society
Christian Church
Baptist Church
Tournament Bridge Club
John Tucker Hassell
Weights Civic League
Hal Brennan
May Social News From The Times Society Page
Miss Rosalie Biggio left this morning for Corpus Christi on a visit to relatives Mesdames John Jefferies and H Jefferies of Webb are spending a few days in the city Attendees expected in Laredo for the funeral of the late Mrs E J Hill include Mrs J W Murray niece of Mrs W T Hill who will arrive this afternoon Mr J W Murray nephew Mrs David Livingston of Llano daughter and Miss Cora Shell granddaughter of the deceased Also A C Hamilton left last night for San Antonio to visit his mother and then Chicago for the National Progressive Convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rosalie Biggio
Corpus Christi
John Jefferies
H. Jefferies
Webb
City
Laredo
E. J. Hill
J. W. Murray
W. T. Hill
David Livingston
Llano
Cora Shell
A. C. Hamilton
San Antonio
Chicago
Mesdames Bi
J. Foster
S. M. Barlow
Courtney Crutchfield
Otto Withoff
Flizageth
Gladys
Hazel Merriman
Irene Leyendecker
Mary Hall
Will Merriman
District Court Trial Runs In Aniceto Martinez v Mendoza Bros
In district court today the case Aniceto Martinez versus Santiago Mendoza and Bros. for damages 2500 dollars due to alleged slander was taken up and is now on trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Aniceto Martinez
Santiago Mendoza & Bros
Woodmen Meeting Tonight With District Organizer Miller
Woodmen Members of Grape Camp No 255 W O W are urged to attend tonight at 8 o clock sharp to meet District Organizer Miller. Clerk G R Weber issues the call for the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grape Camp No. 255
Miller
G. R. Weber
German report recalls battle scarred wit after sea clash
The German report of the recent sea battle evokes a scarred sailor line about seeing the other fellow. It is too early to predict outcomes, but if a British battleship sinks there will be more than torpedo boats to pay for it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Wiesbaden
Pommern
England
United States
Helgoland
Europe
MANY OFF TO SUMMER RESORTS
With June and vacation time underway many Laredo residents plan trips to seaside and mountain resorts for the heated term. Every summer a large exodus occurs as locals seek cooler climates, though nights elsewhere may offer more pleasant air than the city’s sultry days.
Irish parliament to be set up exclude Ulster now
Reported plan would establish an Irish parliament immediately with Ulster excluded. It notes Ulster historically has been excluded among real Irishmen, joking that the province is famed mainly for a coat named after it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ulster
Pioneer Mrs Eliza J Hill Dies in Laredo at 68
Eliza J Hill a pioneer Southwest Texas mother of three sons and a daughter died after a brief illness. She lived fifty years in La Salle county and was a devoted Methodist mother who reared children in faith. Funeral is set for 4 30 pm tomorrow at her son's residence on the Heights with Rev W L Barr officiating. Surviving are sons W T Hill J E Hill Jesse Hill of Laredo and D S Livingston of Liano, seven grandchildren and one great grandchild.
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Eliza J. Hill
Texas
George Hill
la Salle County
Methodist Church
W. T. Hill
Laredo
J. E. Hill
Webb
Jesse Hill
D. 8. Livingston
Liano
Appreciation From Rector to Chaplain at Corpus Christi
The Rector of Christ Church expresses gratitude to the Chaplain of the Ninth Infantry U S A for conducting services on Wednesday and Ascension Day and for remaining ready to minister to the community, giving the Rector peace of mind during the convention at Corpus Christi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Church
Ninth Infantry
Corpus Christi
Caught Chicken Thief Halted by Dr Halsell and Neighbor
In the early morning a Mexican family back of Dr. Jay Halsell’s home heard a disturbance and found a man in their chicken coup stealing birds. Dr. Halsell aided the struggle, helped subdue the thief named Jose Salinas, who was later jailed with Officer Margarito Herrera handling the arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Halsell
Jay Halsell
Mule to be sold at public auction for stray violation
A mule seized for violation of a city stray animal ordinance will be auctioned at ten o’clock Wednesday morning June 7 1916 in front of City Hall unless the owner pays all accrued costs. M Brennan City Marshal Laredo Texas June 3 1916.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Brennan
Laredo
Texas
Picnic and Barbecue at San Roque Ranch Tonight
Messrs. Julio and Humberto Rodriguez host a picnic and barbecue for a few friends at San Roque ranch near Encinal tonight and tomorrow. Cars will depart this evening to transport guests to the ranch a few miles this side of Encinal. They will stay tomorrow and return tomorrow evening after a big woods outing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julio and
Humberto Rodriguez
San Roque Ranch
Encinal
Two Batteries to Relieve Sixth Artillery at Fort McIntosh
Announcement states two batteries from the Third Artillery will relieve the Sixth Artillery now at Fort McIntosh. The Third’s units arrived at Fort Sam Houston from Washington and will load on I G N trains this afternoon, expected to reach tomorrow morning. The Sixth prepares to depart Monday night for Douglas Arizona.
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Fort McIntosh
Fort Sam Houston
Washington
D. C
Douglas
Arizona
Christ Church Guild and Auxiliary Plan Monthly Meeting
The Christ Church Parish Guild and Womens' Auxiliary announce a monthly business meeting set for Wednesday at four o'clock in the afternoon. Members are urged to attend and participate in the planning of church activities and outreach efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Church Parish Guild and Womens’ Auxiliary
Carrie Vera Dolleris and James W Falvella Married in San Antonio
Miss Carrie Vera Dolleris of Somerville Massachusetts and Mr James W Falvella of Laredo were married at the Travelers Hotel San Antonio at 10 this morning by Justice Neil Campbell. They will arrive in Laredo tomorrow afternoon and reside at 1408 Houston Street Club Notes. The Womens Missionary Society of the Methodist Church held their
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The
Womens’ Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Hemstitching and Picot Edging Services Yard Wide
E. Y. White Dyeing and Cleaning Co. in San Antonio offers hemstitching, picot edging, accordion plaiting, and cleaning and dyeing of men’s and women’s garments with prompt mail order service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Y. White Dyeing & Cleaning Co
San Antonio
Texas
Boys Athletic Club Holds Regular Meeting
The Boys Athletic Club met in regular session with all members present. Afterward the group cooked supper on the Chacon walking back to town after dark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boys Athletic Club
Chacon
Card of Thanks for Don Priscipliano Bar rera
The undersigned express heartfelt thanks to kind friends who rendered assistance and sympathy during the illness and death of our beloved husband and father Don Priscipliano Bar rera and to those who sent flowers to the funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Priscipliano Barrera
Couple Wed in Lampazos then Move to City
Mr. Dario H. Sanchez and Miss Antonia Znazua Tamez were married at the bride's parents home in Lampazos Mexico at 8:30 yesterday morning. The couple arrived here last night and will make this city their future home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dario H. Sanchez
Antonia Znazua Tamez
Lampazos
Mexico
Olive Camp 3170 W O W Meeting Notice
All members are requested to attend a Woodmen meeting on Monday June 5. Important business to be discussed. ED Sanchez Advisor Lieutenant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olive Camp No. 3170
Notre Dame Lady Offers Free Home Cure for Rheumatism
A woman from Notre Dame Tad offers a free home treatment for rheumatism including muscular and joint pain, sciatica, lumbago, backache, kidney pain, and neuralgia. She claims the remedy purifies the blood, loosens stiff joints, brightens eyes, and requires no climate change, directing inquiries to Mrs. M. Summers, Box R.
Ladies Society Plans Sale and Local Events Review
Regular weekly church meeting concluded after routine business and local discussions led by Mrs Evans with Miss Weinert in charge of music. Reports cover a cake and pie sale at Sanitary Grocery Store, a splash party with notable attendees, a morning bridge gathering hosted by Mrs H F Hall, and a lively dinner dance hosted by Miss Courtney Slaughter for the Sextette Club at Mrs E Lobdell’s home. The Corpus Christi Diocese convention in West Texas adjourned with the rector of Christ Church Laredo elected as delegate to the provincial synod and an alternate to the general convention, noted with humorous remark about promotion to artillery service.
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Hf. C. Hall
GC. M. Fish
Clarisse Ryan
A. Huberich
Mesdames Mann
Fort
McIntosh
King
Austin
Greer
Robi. Brown
A. C. Hamilton
Rucker
Davies
Weaver
Hl. Buenz
Young
Woodman
Hauberich
J .P. Leyendecker
Courtney Slaughter
Sextette Club
E. Lobdell
North Laredo
Miriam Werner
Ruth Scratchley
Lurline Davis
Maxime Taylor
Irene Moser
Winifred Dukes
Aaron Moser
Edward Brewster
Willi James
Will Austin
Howell Burnette
Jack Lobdell
Pepe Lowry
Episcopal Diocesan
Corpus Christi
West Texas
Christ Church, Laredo
Roy Miller
Beach Hotel
Dr. Heaney
Eckel
Little Rock
Kentucky racing hits Derby plug disclosures action today
Sport notes report the Kentucky racing commission will act today on disclosures about plugging the Derby Consolation race at Churchill Downs. It mentions Wisconsin entering Evanston contenders for the western track meet, Illinois and Chicago as favorites, Jim Savage heading a boxing flight to Buenos Aires, the $15 000 Kentucky Handicap at Douglas Park with Borrow as a former winner and Matt Wells versus Johnny Dundee in Chattanooga, plus Jim Jefferies expanding activities and an LA friend noting his weight at 375 pounds though past champion weight was 265.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky Racing Commission
Churchill Downs
University of Wisconsin
Evanston
University of Ilinois
University of Chicago
Jim Savage
Buenos Aires
Douglas Park
Harry Paine Whitney
Borrow
Matt Wells
Johnny Dundee
Chattanooga
Jim Jefferies
Los Angeles
A Democratic Tariff Plan Divides Democrats
The article notes Mr Kitchen announcing a five year tariff on dyestuffs to build up industry. It questions reconciliation with democratic tenets, suggesting expediency drives the move, likely provoking protests from party academics but not costing votes, per the Galveston News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kitchen
Calveston News
Fate of Claude Kitchen in North Carolina primaries
Political pointers note Claude Kitchen, chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, facing decision at North Carolina primaries today after opposing administration adherents. Raymond Robins, former Democrat and land value tax booster, headlines progressive keynote in Chicago. Robins ran for Illinois Senate on Moose ticket, 114000 votes. Chicago rush and welcome for delegates begins, suffrage measure returns to Iowa voters Monday. East and west campaigners have stumped the state in recent months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Kitchen
North Carolina
Ways and Means
Raymond Robins
Chicago
Senate
Illinois
Moose
Windy City
Iowa
Weather Says Cooler Tomorrow And Change Of Climate
Arthur and the judge discuss needing a climate change as the doctor recommends it. The weather forecast predicts cooler conditions for tomorrow, aligning with the idea of a needed climate shift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur
Preacher Illness Shuts Closing Episcopal Diocese Council Service
Bishop Capers suffered a severe headache and could not preach at the Episcopal Church closing service for the West Texas diocese council. Rev. Cook of Laredo urged the go-forward spirit and cited the missionary verse Go ye into all the world. He praised the two-day convention and Corpus Christi’s progress, calling the council a great affairs of missionary zeal. He stressed Fatherhood of God and brotherhood of man and urged sympathetic cooperation in church undertakings as part of a worldwide effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capers
Episcopal Church
Church of the Diocese of
West Texas
Mr. Cook
Laredo
Corpus Christi
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