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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1915
Page
2
Friday's Daily argues Mr. Bryan's cabinet resignation shows self interest and weak leadership. It says his influence came from Wilson's debt, not merit, and his stance on Germany and the Lusitania reflects anti Americanism and poor judgment in proposing a yearlong international commission before action.
Former Governor Hodges of Kansas analyzes legislative flaws in a feature in the Saturday Evening Post. He condemns bi cameralism and omnibus appropriations and argues for a two member legislature to ensure proper representation and stronger checks.
Hodges proposes a 16 member Kansas and 36 member Texas style legislature with four year terms and a governor appointed attorney general. He favors high salaries, professional lawyers in office, and a commission form of government to reduce waste and boost democracy. He argues referendums and recalls reflect real democratic principles and notes the Mexico City convention hints at political superstition. The newly chosen president is the thirteenth, with tenure tied to non Friday appointments.
City grapples with rising flood risk as normal high water tests residents. Flooding reaches the ball park, impacting daily life and local livelihoods. Authorities urge preparedness and highlight community resilience amid recurring deluges.
A Paris despatch says Commander Thierichens of the Elie Friedrich was captured in disguise aboard an Italian ship, but Norfolk asserts he remains at large. The report is another so called truthful wartime despatch.
A brief assessment notes the German invasion of Russia appearing to halt suddenly perhaps to free troops for Austria. Meanwhile Italian forces push into Belgian theatre, with gains described as stronger than Germany achieved in the early campaign.
Germany admits liability for damages in the Frye case but requests adjudication in a German prize court. A separate line notes the fox demanding a jury trial for the stolen goose case, reflecting rival legal strategies.
Brigadier General William Lt. Marshall U S A retired, famed for discovering Marshall Pass, led harbor levee and river projects in the middle states, and directed Great Lakes harbor work. Born June 11, 1846 in Washington Kentucky, educated at Kenyon and West Point, he later aided Interior Department engineering.
City bids for two reinforced concrete bridges across Zacate and Chacon creeks will be received by the Street and Bridge Committee at the City Secretary's office until June 15, 1915 at 10:00 a.m. Plans and specs are available at City Secretary. Separate bids required. Private plans may be obtained for ten dollars. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids. J. Westbrook, Chairman, Street & Bridge Committee.
Classifieds column highlights opportunity to earn extra income through advertised money making schemes. No clear details given, but implies potential for profit from listed offers and services. Readers urged to review ads for terms, amounts, and legitimacy.
United States Consul Garrett and Col C J Crane of the Ninth Infantry Camp represented the American Red Cross Society at a boundary monument conference with General Ricaut of Nuevo Laredo and his assistant General Alejandro. They discussed the food needs of indigent locals and refugees. Ricaut said the situation was under control and declined aid, noting many refugees had already been returned home.
Sealed proposals will be received here until 10 am June 25 1915 and then opened for furnishing material and labor required on hospital and hospital stewards quarters at Fort McIntosh Texas. Further information on application.
A poem by R. T. Jeffries written from a ranch near Benavides to his mother Mrs. 8S. A. Jeffries of Laredo. The lines convey longing for home, fatigue from wandering, and a resolve to change for his mother and do good with God’s help.
The Royal Theatre plans a new Royal Opera House on the same site with a October 3 1915 inauguration. The current venue will close with Sundays performance to accelerate work. The modern theatre emphasizes ventilation safety and comfort with city fire marshal and fire underwriters input.
At an adjourned meeting the Laredo Fire Department will discuss buying a modern chemical motor truck and funding options. Proponents argue new equipment would enhance fighting ability and protect citizens. turnout urged for the session at Fireman's Hall at 8:15 PM.
Shortly after midnight at the Ninth Infantry Camp a large fire in the city’s edge consumes a four room house owned by F. S. Ulmer and rented via W. H. Mims & Co. Private Barker and family escape by窗 and soldiers form a bucket brigade to save an adjacent Mexican woman's house. The closest hydrant is eight blocks away, and firemen cannot reach the blaze. The wind feeds the flames but the Mexican home is saved. Loss to building about 750 dollars. contents loss undetermined. Origin undetermined.
A group of intoxicated soldiers in a southwestern city district fired shots after pay day. A melee with the on duty guard ensued and a soldier reportedly injured his hand by a gunshot. Guard subdued the troublemakers and marched several to the guardhouse.
J. Davis launches a billiard and pool hall at 705 Santa Isabel Avenue inviting patrons to enjoy four good games with tables and equipment provided. Adv. 6-11-6t.
Two more cars of onions were sent from Laredo last night, bringing the season total to 2445 cars. The movement continues as merchants push shipments to markets and railways.
Associated Press reports the Trinity River flood is receding near Fort Worth Texas. About seven hundred refugees are being cared for and property damage is estimated at $200000. Officials warn the big viaduct remains at risk as waters subside.
A $20,000 monument to Pennsylvania soldiers and sailors will be dedicated on the Courthouse lawn in West Chester. A U S Marines brigade a Pennsylvania National Guard regiment and local G A R posts will take part in the ceremony.
Latonia Kentucky June 11 The Latonia Derby tomorrow pits top 1915 three-year-olds for the mile and a half classic. Unbeaten Regret with jockey J Notter is a sure starter alongside Pif Jr Dorseh Rancher Royal Hf Ed Crump Leo and Goldcrest Boy. The race began in 1887 at Latonia and remains a premier endurance test on the Kentucky circuit, valued at 15900 dollars.
June 11 reports list West Point graduation of 164 cadets with Secretary Lindley M. Garrison to award diplomas marking a record size. Brown University and multiple colleges highlight alumnae reunions, baccalaureate sermons, class days, and Wednesday or Thursday commencements. Princeton features a gulf match, Greek drama, and Yale Princeton games with Hibben delivering the bachelor address.
Southeast corner of the market building offers fish oysters boiled crabs and delicates items such as lunches of boiled ham Swiss brick and American cheese corned beef lunch tongue pickled herring salmon sardines in oil or tomato sauce. Short orders served promptly. Fresh buttermilk daily. The best French drip coffee in Laredo. J. W. Hopkins Shorty 2 9 11.
Washington June 11 It became known today that the United States note to Germany was not changed after Bryan read it He expressed gratification over the change in the tone of the American press saying Jingo editors predicted firmness while now papers emphasize the friendly tone of the note.
London reports five more ships sunk with no loss of life. Two fishing smacks fell to Zeppelins in the North Sea while submarines sank the steamer Strathcarton of 20 000 tons the schooner Express and the Russian bark Thomasina. Later two more ships Dania and Otago were sunk with crews saved.
Innsbruck reports that a Austrian submarine sank a British Liverpool type cruiser off St John Medua in the Adriatic Sea. The claim follows ongoing naval actions in the Mediterranean and Adriatic theaters with limited independent verification.
Ambassador Gerard presented President Wilson's note to Germany in Berlin. The exchange marks diplomatic contact as Washington seeks clarity on the German response. Officials in Berlin acknowledged receipt and pledged to study the note. The move follows ongoing discussions on wartime policy and international relations.
Dallas Texas June 11 Senator Culberson sent President Wilson a telegram approving the note to Germany Austrians checked Italians Cologne Germany June 11 press report notes approval and diplomatic context from June 11.
Washington reports that local Mexican officials may hinder Red Cross food distributions on the border, but the War Department delays sending three regiments to the Philippines. Troops cannot cross the border without Washington orders, though enforcement of President Wilson's directions remains a possibility amid Mexican resistance concerns.
The state health department authorized a twelve day quarantine for people crossing from Mexico due to reported typhoid fever on the Mexican side. It will apply to Brownsville and may be temporary there.
Greensburg Pa June 11 The Sons of the American Revolution will dedicate a monument and bronze tablet at Fort Ligonier recalling that George Washington was commissioned an officer there in 1758 and commanded colonial troops in the Ligonier Valley. Attending will be representatives of local historical societies.
Notice states The Texas Mexican Railway Company will hold its annual meeting of stockholders at the company's office in Laredo Texas on June 20 1915 at 9 a m to elect directors and conduct business. The Board of Directors will meet immediately after adjournment. A B Muller Laredo Texas. For neat and accurate job work Ady ring up 43.
New Orleans street railway magnates announce a drive against jitney buses. They threaten to discharge any employee who allows a family member to ride jitneys. Dept store owners with rail interests have ordered workers not to use jitneys.
In San Francisco on June 11 a group of 100 women are taking the civil service exam to determine who will win three copette positions. Applicants must be 20 to 44 years old. the three who have temporary appointments compete with the rest to keep their jobs.
A Houston bank robber in ten years of confinement plans to study law. He says the post graduate course will expand his professional work and reduce risk while cutting costs tied to his former criminal methods. The Austin American notes prisons could fund themselves if convicts became lawyers and donated earnings to the state. Brownwood Bulletin.
Austrian headquarters dispatches report the first major battle of the war with Italy, yielding a halt to Italian attacks along the Isonzo. Italians struck Goritza Gradiaca and Monfalcone with heavy and light artillery, but Austrian flanks repelled the assault.
Geneva reports say Austrians suffered about 8 000 to 10 000 casualties in the Isonzo region. Gorizia is overwhelmed with wounded as Austrian forces repeatedly repelled Italian assaults but neither side gained a lasting edge through Wednesday.
Petrograd reports that Russian forces repulsed Austro German attacks along the right bank of the Dniester in Galicia after Baltic successes. Russian lines claim capture of 17 cannon, 49 machine guns, and about 6,700 enemy troops.
London June 11 dispatch reports Serbian troops occupy the Albanian town of Elbassas and march toward the Adriatic coast, indicating active movement in the region.
Washington June reports state Lieut Brauer and several crew members of the German cruiser Prinz Eitel Friedrich, who departed before formal internment at Norfolk, are believed to have left the country as officials investigate the breach of parole.
Italian soldiers drive toward Predil Pass six miles into Austrian territory as of June 11, with Udine reporting ongoing advances and heightened border activity.
Washington reports the United States has directed its diplomats abroad to seek annulment of treaty paragraphs that conflict with the recently enacted seamen's law. The move emphasizes preserving U S interests and ensuring international agreements align with the new maritime regulations.
A vintage ad touts Sloan's Liniment for tired aching muscles. It claims quick relief from overwork with a light application and emphasizes counter irritant action, noting 25 cent bottles by Ali Druggists and the promise of penetrating without rubbing. The testimonial speaker praises the product.
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