Opposing Registration Fails to Halt War Efforts in Nation
Wednesday's Daily reports that armed opposition to registration did not materialize, with few arrests and potential imprisonment for noncompliance. It notes Mexicans leaving for home after literacy tests and tax removals, the role of IWW in Michigan quashed by National Guard, and broad warnings that opposition could be treasonous. It also surveys city finances and plans to raise assessments to fund sewers, bridges, and schools, claiming no tax rise and renewed growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Industrial Workers of the World
Michigan
National Guard
Acave
City Treasurers Report On Flaredo Finances
The city treasurer’s financial report to be published in The Times shows a balance of 73887.71 in funds, all past year warrants paid, and bonded debt at 155881.06 after redemptions. Bonds totaling 80000 funded three new school buildings nearing completion.
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Times
Mayor Opposed to Liberty Loan Campaign Vaxed by Sedition Talk
Washington correspondent reports President Wilson writes with a two finger method. Maud clarifies it is not copyright. Mongolia’s gun practice falters as nurses die and a gun crew proposal is urged. Mexican papers boast of Ojinaga garrison valor while troops are interned in the United States.
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Chicago
Liberty Loan
Washington
Wilson
Maud
Mongolia
Ojinaga
United States
Bo-Peep
Manicured faith in wartime camps sparks white zone idea
A Texas woman proposes a white zone around army camps to shield them from view, reflecting wartime culture changes. The remark follows broader measures like YMCA buildings and ban on canteens and alcohol, prompting talk of homefront morale and propriety.
Langston Delivers After Dinner Speech in Spectacular Turn
Langston boasts of his debut after dinner speech while his friend praises the achievement, likening it to a biblical marvel. The exchange highlights surprise at Langston’s verbal skill and a playful boast about overcoming expectations.
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Langston
Balaam
Laredo City Council Deliberates on Lands and Water Issues
The Laredo city council met in regular session at 8 pm with Mayor Robt McComb and six Aldermen present. Actions included passing an arms and explosives sales ordinance, approving the treasurer’s 1916 budget, and authorizing the city attorney to compromise a set of land suits with the National Railroad Company of Mexico and others. A committee was formed to discuss water quality and pricing with the Laredo Water Company, and June 11, 1917 was set for the board of equalization meeting.
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Robt
McComb
Hein
Henry
Farias
Westbrook
Leyendecker
Agan
Guernsey
Maher
Vicenta M. de Valle
Block 68
W. D
Alejandro Guzman
Laredo Times
Sam Mackin
Laredo Water Company
H. C. Hall
H. M. Austin
A. Winslow
A. C. Richter
W. R. Pace
Kh. L. Weodul
National Railroad Company of Mexico
Texas Southern Land and Improvement Company
John H. Davis Et al
City of
Laredo
Agan and Maher
Board of Equalization
A. V. Woodman
Texas
Po-Do-Lax Promises Comfort for Liver and Stomach Trouble
For Liver and Stomach Trouble a reliable remedy for constipation biliousness and all their train of ills is Po-Do-Lax. It is harmless never failing natural in effect and pleasant to take. No gripping pains no bad taste no bad after effects. Po-Do-Lax is nature's remedy making children active clears sluggish mind and changes to cheerfulness. Grown-ups with torpid liver become irritable and low spirited. A large bottle costs only 50c at your druggist.
Mass Meeting In Laredo Protests Governor Ferguson Veto
A large crowded mass meeting in the county courthouse condemned Governor Ferguson for vetoing two year UT Austin appropriations. Speakers including Mrs. Wilmer Threadgill Rev. L. H. Wharton and Rh. L. Bobbitt argued the university’s value and democracy. Delegates were chosen to attend a Austin gathering Friday after noon.
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Laredo
Ferguson
University of Texas
T. C. Mann
Texas University
Wilmer Threadgill
Laredo High School
L. H. Wharton
Presbyterian Church
Vinson
Rh. L. Bobbitt
Law
The
Bobbitt
Forks of the Creek
Mr. Bobbitt
Asher R. Smith
University Law Department
Austin
W. J. Sames
J. F E. Trout
Rev. L. H. Wharton
John L. Dannelley
F. M. Ramsay
Strand Theater to Install Air Washing Plant in Cool Comfort Drive
The Strand Theater will start its new $16,000 air washing and cooling device on Friday, promising at least a 15 degree drop in temperature. The rotary blower pulls air through a water spray to cool and wash it, changing the entire house air every five minutes. The system, delayed by a missing part, aims to keep patrons comfortable and enhance their enjoyment.
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Strand
Laredo
The
Remedy for Cholera Morbus Proposed in 1911
A reader from Huntington Indiana urges households to keep Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy ready for cholera morbus. Mrs Charles Enyeart reports two of her children in summer 1911 received immediate relief after use.
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Chamberlain
Charles Enyeart
Huntington
Ind
Roosevelt Disappointment Versus Pershing’s Frontline Effort
The Corpus Christi Caller contrasts Theodore Roosevelt’s France ambitions with Pershing commanding a seasoned division. It argues trained troops and experience matter more than volunteers, stressing a stern overseas task without parade. The goal is to plant the flag on the fighting front and convey the Stars and Stripes through Paris.
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Theodore Roosevelt
France
Pershing
Roosevelt
Stars and Stripes
Paris
Corpus Christi
Border Foundry and Machine Co Welds Big Oxy-Acetylene Unit
Notice to the public that The Border Foundry and Machine Co has installed one of the largest Oxy-Acetylene welding and cutting machines in Southwest Texas and provides an experienced mechanic to operate it. Patrons will receive prompt attention by phone 812.
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Border Foundry and Machine Co
Texas
Surprising Showing in Laredo Registration
Laredo reports a strong turnout for eligible male registrations with about 800 expected in the city and over 1,200 countywide. Clerks were stretched at times but added help eased crowds. Several aliens and Mexican youths registered with no exemptions offered, and some Negro registrants offered readiness to serve. Webb county outside Laredo totals expected to push registrations over 2,000.
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Laredo
Uncle Sam
Webb County
Onions Shipments Hit 2449 Carloads From Laredo
Two carloads of Bermuda onions were sent out Monday night and five more last night, bringing total shipments for the season to 2,449 carloads. Market conditions fluctuated, but growers and shippers joined to avert a market crash as buyers sought low prices to resell at high profits, a tactic overcome by the Laredo line.
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Laredo
Bermuda
Notice to Property Owners in Laredo 1917 Assessment Rolls
Notice to property owners that the 1917 assessment rolls of the City of Laredo will close on June 9. If not already done, owners should render their property at once and prepare for the board of equalization meeting on June 11.
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City of Laredo
Board of Equalization
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Bill Seeder
R. L. Bobbitt
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Laredo Novelty CO
Lincoln SJ
Laredo Registration
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the Times
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State Bank Guaranty Fund
Lincoln St
Studebaker
Overland Auto Co
Servick
Strand Theater
Paramount
Louise Huff
House Peters
Shorty Hamilton
Shorty
A. Ritter & Co
Farragut
ICE Factory
P. M. Sauvignet
International Electrical
Horner
Salinas Ave
Mazda
Saft’s
Queen Quality
Narciso
John C. Buenz Lumber
L. Villegas & CO
Laredo, Texas
Yeary Storage Battery Co
Flores Ave
Policapio
Man Cor
Victoria St
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San Bernardo Ave
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