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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1914

Page

7

Fire queen coronation sponsors named for Laredo fire department

The Laredo Volunteer Fire Department names four sponsors and three racing teams to back the fire queen ceremonies at Alks Hall on Wednesday. Asher Ro Smith will MC, following a president’s request. Royal Orchestra provides music with supper by JC Netzer’s committee.

Laredo Estelle Eistetter Lusan Westbrook Lamar Hamilton Asher Ro Smith Fire Department Auge Richter Royal Orchestra JC. Netzer

Bridge over Vescadito Creek Rebuilt After Fire

A Texas Mexican railroad wooden bridge over the Pescadito creek east of Laredo was partly burned by brush fire or sparks from a locomotive. The eastbound train had passed earlier. the westbound train found the structure burning. Rebuilt yesterday, mail and passengers resumed service.

Vescadito Creek Texas Mexican Laredo Pescadito Creek Here

Battery A Heads East on Overland March

Captain John P. Stevens commands Battery A Third Field Artillery as they leave Fort McIntosh for Fort Sam Houston. The unit travels with a Sixth Artillery detachment under Colonel Crane, bound for reallocation to San Antonio. A farewell lawn party at Fort McIntosh marks the march.

John P. Stevens Third Field Artillery Colummn Fort McIntosh Fort Sam Houston Sixth Piers Artillery Ninth Infantry I. Crane San Antonio Third Meld Artillery

Cures Stubborn Itchy Skin with Hobson's Rezema Ointment

Sufferers of Rezema Tetter and itch can find relief as the first application begins healing. The ointment soothes red rough scaly skin with cooling medicines. Mrs C A Einfeldt of Rock Island reports nine years free from the ailment after using Hobson's Eczema Ointment. Guaranteed at your druggist.

Card of Thanks for Mrs P Reid assistance and flowers

We thank the many friends who helped during our mother's last illness and death Mrs P Reid and for the beautiful floral offerings sent. Your kindness will always be remembered from Mrs J Wildings and Mrs M Pinder.

Aount P. Reid

Entertained BR T. AS Cieb Hearts at Garga Home

On Saturday afternoon at the Garga home the Misses Garza and Laechica hosted BR T. AS Cieb Hearts. Prizes went to Mrs. L. A. Lafon and Mrs. J. C Martin for first, Miss Lamar Sanchez for second, with Miss Zenaida Salt providing a reading. Ice cream and cake were served.

Garga Garza Laechica BR T Cieb Hearts L. A. Lafon J. C Martin

Times subscription pitch promises daily opportunities

An advertisement from THE TIMES touts a daily watch for opportunities and offers a subscription at 60 cents per month. The note emphasizes ongoing access and value in a low-cost monthly rate.

the Times

Court Upholds Law Huerta Backs Down In El Paso

In El Paso the court upheld a key law while Huerta withdrew support, naming attorney fees tied to the blockade. Lawyers may be paid from the case proceeds as the ruling stands.

Huerta EL Paso

State convention successes shape Texas political scene

The state Democratic executive committee in Waco debates meeting site, with El Paso favored after a subcommittee proposed it. Governor Colquitt plans to attend, and Ball or Ferguson influence looms large as the group weighs convention location and statewide prohibition matters.

Associated Press Waco Texas Democratic Executive Committee Walter Collins Ball Ferguson O. B. Colquitt San Antonio Dallas Fort Worth Collins Sheb Williams el Paso

Sale of Texas wool clip draws west Texas buyers

The Wool Growers Central Storage Company offered about one million pounds of 12 month wool at auction in San Angelo Texas drawing a large crowd of eastern commission houses and woolen mills. Bidding was spirited and prices were strong. About 300000 pounds of eight month clip already sold this spring and similarly large portions remain to be brought in by ranchers. The total clip handled for company members this year is expected to reach 2 000 000 pounds despite delays from bad roads and a shortage of shearers.

Associated Press San Angelo Tex Central Storage Company West Texas

Twenty Drowned After Newfoundland Storm Sinks Schooners

A storm in New Brunswick bay last Friday drowned twenty fishermen and wrecked forty schooners, reported by Associated Press from Quebec, Canada. The tragedy highlights severe weather and maritime losses along the coast.

Quebec Canada New Brunswick Bay

First Ocean Liner Passes the Locks Test

The 4000 ton steamer Allisnea passed Gatun locks as a test, proving the lock system works. The vessel was not yet traversing the canal in regular transit, but the successful passage marked a milestone for the Panama project in June.

Panama Gatun Locke Allisnea

Mexican blockade of Tampico called off amid mediation efforts

Washington reports Huerta will not attempt to block Tampico to preserve Niagara mediation. Officials see the move as proof of sincerity and anticipate Carranza's likely entry into Niagara talks. US warships remain ready to enforce an open port policy, while gunboats turn back to Puerto Mexico.

Washington United States Huerta Tampico Niagara Valte Jano Bryan Tampleo Mayo Sefer Riateo Tamplco Puerto Mexico Carranza Antilla

Mediation Ends Tampico Blockade Threat Without Action

Mediators announced no auction or action on the Tampico blockade threat as talks proceeded. The movement of the Antilla was not acted upon and no disruption occurred today.

Niagara Walls Jones Tampico Antilla

Soldier shoots drunken Mexican in Vera Cruz incident

Washington reports that Second Lieutenant Pfth Houston of the 28th United States Infantry killed a drunken Mexican overnight in Vera Cruz after the man stabbed two Mexican policemen. Houston aided the police before shooting.

Washington Pfth Houston Twenty Eighth United States Infantry Vera Cruz Houston

Names Appearing Across Monterrey and San Antonio Areas

A fragmented list of individuals linked to Monterrey San Antonio and surrounding locales includes Yorks W ED Jones Mea hPa waitd and J Dermody among many others such as Salvador Benavides Enrique Acuta Louis Kreak and Jesus Garcia. The roster mentions several Mexican cities and U S states with multiple surnames and affiliations across the region.

Yorks Monterrey Ahoy A Warner Jon Krimamer M. Gimbel San Antonin Arkeairv UE Smith Waltsmith Hartford Conn Salvador Benavides el Paso Hes Smith Paths Ross T. A. Swinson M. Garrett He. Rodriguez R. S. Gonzales San

Auto For Hire Advertisement

Auto for hire anywhere at any time two fifty per hour. Special rates for long trips. Inquire M Lyon. Phones 581 and 516.

Lyon

Encinal Team Was Easy In Laredo Contests

Local crew hosted Eneinal in two games at the garden yesterday. Morning 6 to 4 Laredo win after a tight ninth inning. Afternoon 9 to 1 Laredo victory highlighted by Thomson on the mound with 16 strikeouts and one outfield hit. Crowd large for both games, lineups listed for both contests.

Encinal Laredos Eneinal Laredo Maelal Boys Capra Thomson iMneinal-McMullen Potts Breeding Meltzen Sap Duty W. Welhavueen Hill Cobb RR. Welhausen H. Laredo Dowd Burbank Perkins Brown

Indigestion and Constipation Relief by Tablets

Five years ago he used Chamberlain's Tablets after years of indigestion and constipation. The remedy helped at once and after several weeks of use he was cured. Mrs Mary de Me Mullen of Helus New York recommends them in this testimonial. For sale by all dealers. Adv.

Chamberlain Mary de Mullen Helus N.Y Gale Jeet Teers

Misfortune in Condren Family Deepens with Losses

Mr and Mrs Joe Condren and family returned from Dockport NY this morning after attending the funeral of his father The death of Condren s little daughter in April marked the first family death in four years and the subsequent death of his father followed as the second grave blow

Joe Condren Famie Dockport

Chamberlain's Colic Cholera Remedy Endorsed by S N Gattoway

A testimonial from S N Gattoway of Stewart SS praising Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as the only treatment giving complete relief for colic and diarrhoea. Ad reads it is for sale by all dealers.

Chamberlain S .N. Gattoway Stewart

Countercharge Filed in Infidelity Defense Case

Attorney Chithee announces that the defense will pursue a countercharge of infidelity against the opposing party. Details remain unclear as filings are referenced but not specified.

Chithee Tupps Selhumann Heink

Commercial Telegraphers Meet Opens in Buffalo

The international convention of the Commercial Telegraphers Union of America opened in Buffalo with welcome addresses and committee appointments. Delegates from principal U S and Canadian cities are in attendance as sessions run through the week with routine business on the agenda.

Buffalo International Convention of the Commercial Telegraphers’ Union of America United States Canada

Postponed Polo Game Delays International Match

Postponed polo match in Hhenapetead O Y due to an injury to the daiilah captain yesterday forcing a delay of the first international game scheduled for Saturday. The injury prompted organizers to reschedule as teams await medical updates and new venue confirmation.

Hhenapetead O. Y Daeliah

Thaw seeks bail pending extradition decision

Washington, June. A bail application was filed today in the supreme court for Harry Thaw seeking release while the federal courts decide on extradition. Granting bail would allow Thaw to travel freely.

Washington Supreme Court Harry Thaw Thaw

Commercial Travelers Meet in Houston at National Convention

Houston welcomes about a hundred delegates and visitors for the National Convention of the Travelers' Protective Association. After the convention closes on Saturday a majority of delegates and their wives will depart on an excursion to Havana and Panama.

Houston Texas Travelers’ Protective Association Havana Panama

Arkansas Elks and Travelers Hold State Convention

Members of all Arkansas Elks lodges and most Arkansas Travelers converge in Little Rock for the annual convention. A Mardi Gras parade is planned for tomorrow, followed by a combined Merchants' Day celebration on Thursday. An aviation meet is also listed in the program.

Little Rock Ark Elks Lodges Arkansas Arkansaw

Wilson Nominates McKinney for U S Attorney Post

President Wilson today nominated Clarence Merritt McKinney as United States attorney for the Eastern District. The nomination was announced by Py Associated Press from Washington.

Washington, Jane President Wilson Today Clarence Merritt McKinney United States

Senate committee acts on Clayton omnibus anti trust bill

The senate judiciary committee voted to begin work immediately on the Clayton omnibus anti trust bill after theHouse rejection last week. The action signals prompt consideration of the anti trust measure amid ongoing legislative debate.

Hts Hingston Senate Judiciary Committee Howe

Electric Bitters Health Builder Ad from Haynesville Me

Mrs Janet Duncan of Haynesville Maine reports complete relief after doctors gave up. The tonic promises to renew strength by driving out waste and boosting stomach liver kidneys and entire system. Sold at druggists with a dollar price. Jackson's Arnica Salve for cuts also advertised.

Janet Duncan Haynesville Jacksen

Guardiola and Quintana Firebug Leaders Reported With Federals

A morning report says Generals Guardiola and Quintana, blamed for burning Nuevo Laredo, have reappeared with federal forces near San Luis Potosi as rebels threaten to rout them. It suggests the firebug leaders may be captured this time.

Guardiola Quintana Eliers Nuevo Laredo San Luis Potosi

Shreveport Rate Decision Shapes Railroad Oversight

The Associated Press reports from Washington on June 8 that the Shreveport rate decision reduces state commissions authority over railroads and places more power under the Interstate Commerce Commission.

Washington Shreveport Interstate Commerce Commission

Buckingham Palace Intruder Testifies He Was Merely Drunk

Harry Pike roamed the guarded grounds around Buckingham Palace for hours yesterday. He testified today that his actions were not those of a suffragette, but that he was merely drunk.

Harry Pike London Buckingham Palace

On Trial for Alleged Murder in West Salem Case

Walter Jones faces trial in the circuit court for the murder of William Voeck in West Salem on May 3. Jones, who says he acted in self defense, claimed Voeck led a mob threatening to lynch him. he was arrested and held by a deputy sheriff at the time of the incident.

Crosse Wis Walter Jones William Voeck Tony West Salem Veeck Jones

Latonia Jockey Club Spring Meeting Opens in Cincinnati

Latonia track in Cincinnati opens its spring meeting with favorable weather and a strong field. Officials expect one of the best meets in years as liberal purses attract a large number of fast horses. The meet runs twenty four days, ending in July.

Cincinnati Latonia Jockey Club

Centenary of Charles Reade Celebrated in London

English literary circles mark the centennial birth anniversary of Charles Reade born in Oxfordshire June 8 1814 and who died near London April 11 1884. The noted author of The Lyons Mail The Cricket on the Hearth and many plays and novels is remembered for his prolific career.

London Charles Reade Lyons Mail Mr. Reade Oxfordshire

Labor Officials Open Joint Meeting In Nashville

In session at Nashville Tennessee on June 8 the National Association of Labor Commissioners and the International Association of Factory Inspectors began a four day joint meeting with representatives from across the United States and Canada. The program centers on labor legislation and workshop and factory inspection.

Nashville Tenn National Association of Labor Commissioners International Association of Factory Inspectors United States Canada

Dansante at Ilks Hall For Miss Pearl Winch Bride

The Dansante at Ilks hall on Saturday from 4:80 to 7 p m given by Miss Alice Mowry honored June bride Miss Pearl Winch. About 75 guests attended. Hall decor featured daisies. Music by the Royal Orchestra. Refreshments of sandwiches tea and mints were served.

Ilks Hall Alice Mowry Pearl Winch Royal Orchestra

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