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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1922

Page

6

Muscle Shoals Proposal Dominates Congressional Debate

The Muscle Shoals matter is before the house with four months of committee scrutiny and three reports. The Ford proposal is favored by the majority and Democrats alike, while opponents from capitalists seek other offers. Supporters argue Ford’s plan benefits fertilizer costs and national defense, while others warn the project is incomplete and expensive.

House Gorgas Ford Congress

The Perennial Unrest in Mexico Under Loose Translation

An editorial decries Mexican leadership as perpetually restive and meddlesome, claiming constant political agitation undermines stability. It accuses rulers and profiteers of bankrupting the nation and exploiting the masses to preserve domination amid a harsh, ongoing struggle.

Oil Operator Eyed for Laredo Field by California Executive

John T. Wootan of California arrives with geologist J. S. Whisenhunt to study Laredo district acreage for development. He may enter the field if geology supports it, potentially bringing one of the nation’s largest operators. South Plains-Coursen-Matches Co begins strainer tests on Survey No. 460 well after drilling pause, aiming for a strong producer.

John T. Wootan Amalgamated Oil Co California J. 8. Whisehant Laredo Wootan South Plains Henderson, Dexter & Smith South Plaing-Coursen- Matches Co

Oil editor praised for Webb County coverage in Laredo Times

R O Barnsley writes to congratulate The Laredo Times oil editor for accurate Webb county development reporting. He notes gas fields, pipelines, and anticipated industrial growth in Laredo Texas, praising the paper for informing the public and guiding future regional opportunities.

San Antonio Texas The Laredo Laredo Times Oil Pupilc Webb County Laredo Times U. S U.S Derson Pennsylvania Indiana Kansas Oklahoma

Laredo Public Schools appoint teaching corps for 1922 term

The Laredo Independent School District board elected a teaching staff for the 1922 term led by Miss Kate Tarver as principal of Laredo High School. The list includes numerous teachers with certificates required by law and notes several former staff not returning.

Board of Trustees Laredo Independent School Attornon Laredo Estelle Kline Sara Donalson AL Burr Ruth Resse Julia Schultz M. J. Diaz Vera Lang Ald. Swan Myrtle Polkinhorn Clara Hall Christine Stros Laura Mudd Estelle de la Garza Maria Gonzalez Hermelinds Ochoa Virginia Fenn Zenaida Salinas Lucille Murphy Anna Lue Giles Adele Wildenthal Anita Mullally Roe Oliver Lena Blake J. Baird A. C. Brooks

Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy Endorsed

A brief ad praising Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy as essential for every family during hot summer months. Emphasizes its usefulness in treating common stomach upsets promptly.

Chamberlain

Auction Notice for Unclaimed Goods at Port of Laredo

Public auction set for June 19 at 1 04 P M at the Custom House in Laredo Texas. The high bidder will receive custody of unclaimed merchandise item listed as Article 803 and payable in cash.

Port of Laredo Texas Custom House

Kidnapping charge sought in Mexican officer deaths

Investigators pursue kidnapping charges against abductors in the deaths of General Lucto Islanco and Colonel Aurelio Martinez. Blanco was stabbed through the heart and Martinez shot, with authorities stressing offenses on U.S. soil would trigger severe penalties. Officials report secrecy and vow justice as warrants issue for four implicated men.

Bianco Lucto Islanco Colone Aurelio Martinez Rio, Grande Rio Grande Neff Washington Nuevo Laredo Blanco Martinez United States Texas Junco

Bohemian Globe Trotter Takes Long Rest From 14000 Mile Walk

Wenceslau Kotal, a Czech-Slovak globe trotter, has covered over 14 460 miles since leaving Argentina 20 months ago. He sells postcards, writes for a Prague newspaper, and plans to continue north to San Antonio, then through Oklahoma to Chicago, onward to Winnipeg and Behring Strait, aiming to reach Prague in five years. He began in Buenos Aires and now rests briefly here before resuming the trek.

Wenceslau Kotal Wenceslaw Otal Globe Trotter Prague Bohemia Mexico Kotal San Antonio Oklahoma Chicago Winnipeg Alaska Behring Straits Vladivostok Veking Bombay Constantinople Buenos Aires Argentina Itotal

June Brides Share in Laredo County Licenses

County clerk issued multiple marriage licenses since yesterday morning. Names include Jose Salas with Vena Bernal, Santiago Galvan with Petra Diaz, Jose Sandoval with Juana Salazar, Emilio Martinez with Estanislau Teller, Sebastian Alvarado with Maria Amparo Loera, Joe E. Ramon with Bgiad Hay nex, and Leon Wright with Gevette cand.

Laredo Jose Salas Vena Bernal Santiago Galvan Petra. Diaz Jose Sandoval Juana Salazar Emilio Martinez Estanislau Teller Sebastian Alvarado Maria Amparo Loera Joe E. Ramon Bgiad Haynex Leon Wright Cand Mis . Gevette

Forfeiture of Bonds in District Court

In district court yesterday two bonds each worth 500 dollars were forfeited after defendants failed to appear for trial. Charlies G. Gifford and Volmer Tinney, charged with liquor law violations, had bonds forfeited. Additional cases for Bari Anderson A Carson and Charles Welton involved liquor or quaric violations with sentences suspended.

Charlies G. ‘Gifford Volmer A. Tinney

Musical Notes Chronicled by Flora Dilgarde in Laredo

A summary of local music activity notes from Laredo including Kiwanis winter concerts, Summer choir changes at churches, soloists for Christian and Christ Church services, and upcoming appearances by orchestras and opera artists. It covers Federation meetings in Fort Worth, performances and tours by Puccini, Althouse, Mlle. Freida, and opinions on foreign accents in American concert programs.

Laredo Kiwanis Club Wit Tong Rafaelo Diaz Reed Miller Nevada van Wer Veer Marie Rappold Rirwanians Christ Church E. B. Adams H. O Ostrom Miranda City Allen Stowers Virginia Board Texas Federation of Music Clubs Fort Worth James Hambrich John F. Lyons National Federation Texas Composers' Program Ada Emily Sandel Texas Chapter American Guild of Organists Howard Payne’ College Brownwood Fore Worth Joehn McCormick Devon England Puccini Stockholm Jenny Lind Dresden Louis Graveure Germany Heder

Social Calendar Makers Serve News and Notices

Saturday events include bridge at 4 PM hosted by Mrs L J Christen and Mrs C C Biggio. Sunday Christian Endeavor meets at 6 45 PM at the Presbyterian Church. Junior and Senior BY P Y A events scheduled at Baptist Church. society notices urge reporters to submit weekly updates and to call No 70 for calendar details. Absence poem and local society items follow with community notices and plays at Loma Vista Park supervised by ladies.

L. J. Christen C. C. Biggio Bridge Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian Church The Baptist Church Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church Loma Vista Park Heights Mesdamea Hi M. Austin M. P. Cullinan J. P. Craven A. W. Lang BE. Sharkey W. H. Nelle MacDonald A. E. Gates Clark Phillips W. Hl. NeHe

Windsor bean touted as hardy alternative to Lima for gardens

A comparison of the Windsor bean with the Lima notes Windsor can be planted earlier and grows about three feet tall without support. It is hardy and suitable for cooler regions where Limas struggle, with planting suggested from ground readiness to mid June for best yields.

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