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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1919
Page
20
Prom Tuesday notes Mexico detains four capital editors to prove the truth of Chihuahua war stories. Juarez reports Villa and Angeles attacking the capital, cutting telegraph lines, risking more bloodshed. The piece argues against suppressing news and warns of Bolshevik like union rule and government by labor. It contrasts U S border troop movements and calls for return to lawful order.
Importations from Mexico passed through Laredo yesterday with carloads of rope ixile and calamine. Miscellaneous items include schooling announcement for Miss Josephine Roberts starting June 2, local business ads, marriage license notice Jesus Gallardo and Juana Suarez, and routine community notes on weather, services, and local commerce.
In Northwest Canada tensions rise as returned soldiers and unions attempt to force a general strike and compel Manitoba's premier and cabinet to resign. They demand legislation for collective bargaining and state Bolshevik tactics are being used to pressure provincial government amid unrest.
A large list of new titles has been received at the Laredo Library over the past weeks. Included are works by James Lane Allen Gertrude Atherton Frances Hodgson Burnett John Fox Jr Zane Grey Annie Fellows Johnston Jack London Harold MacGrath Kathleen Norris and Grace Miller White among others. Multiple authors and genres expand the collection with classics adventures romance and history titles.
The article recalls George V born June 3 in 1865, noting his tenth year of reign and his frequent khaki appearances. A witty tale from his youth describes Prince George in the navy demanding ham and eggs, prompting a flustered steward.
Portland voters head to the polls tomorrow for a special election under the referendum act. The measures include a 5 million dollar bond for a comprehensive building improvement and land settlement plan. A second proposal calls for 2.5 million dollars in bonds to fund the Roosevelt highway, the Oregon section of a coastal military road along the Pacific.
Laredo Local No. 36 of the National Federation of Federal Employees will meet at the Federal building tonight to elect a delegate representing the Mexican border and Laredo to the national convention likely in Kansas City in September. The local, one of 129 unions in 41 states and territories, reflects a workforce of federal employees in Laredo. The meeting promises a lively contest as several members vie for the post, highlighting the theme survival of the fittest.
Firemen and Honorary Firemen are requested to attend a meeting on Wednesday June 4 at 8 p.m. at Firemen's Hall. Business of great importance to be discussed. C. Biggio, Chief JK J. Pfasnacht, Secretary.
Northwest corner of Block 42 WDD Laredo with 3% lots and 11 feet front on Market Plaza extending 183 feet deep on Hidalgo Street. Further details from executor Chacan for the estate of E B de Gara deceased at 1219 Grant Street. Auction date unspecified.
County Agent Mally reports to Laredo Texas amid sparse details on onion shipments. Saturday’s data show Bermuda Bermudas imported to New York from Bermuda by boat totals thirty five thousand one hundred twenty nine crates, with Eastern markets steady four to four seventy five per crate. California Bermudas at three fifty to three seventy five. Shipments recently moved from six shipping points with inconsistent figures and no prior reports.
Classified ad fragment notes money making ideas and investment prompts. No clear names, dates, or figures readable. Additional context needed to identify a concrete item, price, or organization.
Mexican Consul General Andres Garcia of El Paso arrived in Laredo on the morning train to meet General Candido Aguilar of the foreign relations ministry. He denied reports of Chihuahua City capture by Villistas, saying federal forces hold the city and communications with Juarez have not been severed. He noted about 2,000 Villa followers in Chihuahua and warned of a forthcoming attack that would be met by a stronger federal garrison. The Aguilar party traveled aboard a guarded special train, with Mexican soldiers aboard and the car Coahuila crossing to the American side before joining the I N G N morning train.
A special election will be held on June 7 to decide whether to raise the school tax from four to ten cents per one hundred dollars of property valuation in Laredo. The board has adopted a resolution calling the election to authorize annually a six cent levy for school maintenance until changed or repealed.
Major G H Schoof of the Canadian army delighted listeners at the First Methodist church last night speaking on thirty years in foreign service. He will address the public again at 8 30 this evening with the Boer War as Saw. Every schoolboy and girl should hear him.
For a lame back apply Chamberlain's Liniment twice a day and massage the muscles of the back over the seat of pain thoroughly at each application.
Classified alert states opportunities available daily in The Times with an offering of 0 cents at a monthly rate. Includes subscription details and contact method for readers seeking deals and opportunities.
In a 86 hour span from Sunday to Monday Laredo saw a Sunday high near 106 degrees and a Monday night low around 57. Residents recalled record heat then brisk cold with coats in use and gas heaters lit as the “oldest inhabitant” compared to past weather. An astrologist noted a full moon of gas but locals joked they needed something to kill the chill.
Valen tin Hernandez owner of Economy Grocery store Webb County Texas executed a deed of assignment on May 29 1919 and entrusted the undersigned with assets for creditors who accept proportional shares and release him. Creditors consenting must file claims within four months after publication and six months from this notice with the undersigned in Laredo Texas. Witness dated May 23 1919.
Matias de Llano of the Mexican Products Co purchased on May 20, 1919, all interest from Plutarco Villarreal and assumed all liabilities. Villarreal severed his connection with the company. The business will continue under the same management and direction of its founder, Mr. de Llano, in the future as in the past.
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