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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1926
Page
8
Reports from Hebbronville say the Jones ranch water well in Brooks County 35 miles southeast of town struck a strong gas stratum at 1200 feet. The well is producing gas and water with casing at 785 feet while the derrick crown block is being sprayed.
Webb County Commissioners' Court will sit on Monday June 7 1926 and continue for ten days to equalize county taxes as provided by Article 7206 Revised Statutes 1926. J A Rodriguez County Clerk Webb Co Texas.
Seven carloads left Laredo on Saturday night two heading to Texas-Mexican and five to the I G N while Sunday night fourteen more carloads were sent over the I G N. The season total stands at 1359 carloads with only a few shipments left and a 1400 carload goal anticipated.
Notice to all persons indebted to the City of Laredo for taxes from 1885 to 1925 inclusive to call and pay promptly or suit will be brought to foreclose the tax lien and sell property for taxes penalty interest and costs. Dated May 17, 1926. John A Pope City Attorney.
By order of sale of a U S district court on April 19 1926 public auction of a Buick automobile in Laredo Texas scheduled for June 2 1926 at 10 00 A M in front of the federal building Lyle J Perkins deputy announces the sale R A Harvin marshal.
An old ad offers Leto's Pyorrhea Remedy for sore gums bleeding gums loose teeth foul breath and pyorrhea with a money back guarantee. Windrow Bros Drugstore promotes the product under its La Botica Blanca note in the heading.
Mrs. I. M. Jones of San Antonio reports that her daughter Dovie Lee suffered chronic back and head pains, stomach issues, and poor appetite. After taking Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets, the child improved quickly with better appetite, sleep, and nerves. Free medical advice and products offered by Dr. Pierce in Buffalo, New York.
Two pewter chalices used in the 1740 communion at Bristol church are given to First Methodist Church here. Accompanying the vessels are two letters by Charles and John Wesley, founders of Methodism. The chalices bear an English pewterer's mark and the year 1740.
Miss Aminta and Maria Gonzales host a bridge gathering at 3 30 in the afternoon. St Anne s Society meets at 3 30 pm for a business session. The Woman s Auxiliary of the Presbyterian Church convenes at 3 30 pm led by Miss Lee. On Tuesday Mrs Joe Vidales hosts the Merry Wives at 4 pm.
Poem ends with reflections on spring beauty. Local social notes record visits and travel plans. Miss Bertha Wright returns to Alice after visiting friends. Roy Jackson heads to Jeryma to bring wife and baby home. Various entertainments and corrections noted.
A report describes a birthday party hosted by Mrs. G. E. Lundschen with about twenty five children enjoying games, cake, and prizes while other events include a school musical evening hosted by Mrs. Milton featuring pupils and choirs with multiple performers, ushers listed. A separate obituary-like section covers Thomas W. Ferry with biographical highlights and career milestones.
Mrs J T Ward will coach pupils for the third and fourth grades beginning Monday June 14. For information call 675 before June 6 or after June 10. 5-31-6t.
A Baltimore fire at Dr. Aaron Ember’s home kills three, including Mrs. Regina Ember and the couple’s six year old son, with Dr. Ember badly burned while eight others die in Brooklyn in a separate blaze.
A young woman climbs a ladder daily to apply finishing touches to the Rainbow City at the Sesqui Centennial International Exposition in Philadelphia. The event runs June 1 to December 1 celebrating the 140th anniversary of American Independence with a large corps of artists rendering a colorful display.
Marshal Pilsudski, head of a successful military coup, declines the Poland presidency elected by the senate and deputies. He cites conscientious scruples against the current constitution and proposes candidates Professor Dalechowski of Vilna University or Dr Moscicki of Lemberg University as replacements.
The Times announces a daily watch offer urging readers to subscribe at 5c per month for ongoing access to daily coverage. The limited price highlights a marketing push to grow readership.
Government officials including Logge and Hoover attended the opening ceremonies with estimates of grand palaces and numerous interesting exhibition places.
Secretary of the Navy remarks in Newark on May 31 that American institutions show a dawning reflection of old civilizations. He notes the young U S government is now one of the oldest forms of government, highlighting its enduring evolution since the nation’s birth.
President Coolidge issued a formal appeal urging Americans to join nationwide patriotic programs for the 160th anniversary of independence and the centennial of Thomas Jefferson's death. The appeal supports the bicentennial commission and the Jefferson centennial commission, with the president as honorary chairman.
Asa Bartlett 28 of Blue Lake townships confesses to sending the bomb that killed supervisor August Kru bach his daughter Jaret and her fiancé William Franken. Details withheld until his arraignment, prosecutor R G Dunn says.
Dick Wright a top Georgia Tech football player died today of poison in a college dormitory a note found on his body says he had enough of life. The tragedy occurred in Atlanta Georgia with Wright identified as a leading athlete at the school.
In Strasbourg May 21 the refined pate de foie gras is as common as ham and eggs in America. The delicacy delights locals at mieala and between meals with Alsatian beer. Market women cart large pate slices in baskets, selling them like peanuts and chocolate.
A Moody campaign statement renews attacks on the Texas highway department and its administration. Moody, running for governor, cites alleged maintenance neglect as part of his critique while on the Burnet beat dated May 31.
The Tennessee Supreme Court heard John Scopes appeal challenging his conviction for teaching evolution as constitutional and unconstitutional issues arose during the proceeding. The Associated Press reports the case from Nashville as the appeal was presented today before the high court.
Excitement marked the Baltimore Presbyterian general assembly with catcalls as delegates supported a new rule to rotate board memberships. The session culminated in approval of the rule despite noisy interruptions.
In Stockholm on May 31, Sweden's parliament decided the state venture is too costly and will be liquidated. The special department, established as a government organ for compulsory employee insurance, faced heavy pressure from employers and private rivals who undercut premiums, drawing most business away from the national body.
A report from the Austin Statesman indicates Travis may enter a forthcoming event as detailed by Associated Press and Prensa publisher sources.
Fragmentary OCR reads Strand Theater program listing a Wednesday screening. Phrases mention World War era themes and a film or show titled Reeaky Product. Limited readable details prevent full reconstruction of event or date.
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