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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1914

Page

9

Advertised letters remaining in Laredo post office 1414

Weekly list for week ending June 8 lists numerous names such as Gregorio Benavites Maystino Bey don Atbie Ramon Casanova Chapa Itamon Cantu Hijinto and many others. It notes these letters will be sent to the Lewd Letter office on June 14 unless delivered, with the call phrase advertised giving date of list.

Laredo Mein Arriage ‘Tomas Alvarax Leonardo Iburgey Thomas Ardrines Wislbiar Roferito Bowers Rd Bosque Kk Benavites Gregorio Peni Vides Iran Benavides Maystino Beydon Atbie Casanova Ramon Chapa Itamon Cantu Hijinto Carcasa “J Craig HG Cavazes Felipe Es Ninega Agusta Lorensi Aguilar Maria Albarez J. B Castro Portiria Cordoba Cantu Rigal J. M. de Rodriguez Mariana Rodriguez Maria Rodriguez

Personal notices from Pearsall to Dolores and beyond

A list of local appearances and travel mentions. Eldridge of Pearsall, Thompson of Hebbrowville, Sheriff Poole of La Satte county, Derby of Minera, Lewin of San Antonio, Less Petty of the coal mines, Cook of Dolores, Perron of Minera, Roberson, Davis of Joyce, and Hamilton in various city roles are noted as guests or visitors. Mrs. Sames reports her daughter Mary returning from Washington to spend time locally. Mrs Howell travels to Austin for State University commencement with daughter Gladys and will visit Dallas and other places. Additional names include Cherrett Corpus Capisti, A. Macedon family, Geos Pintdich, Geo Mann, Haney, Henry Deoarh, Sabas, Brown, McMullen, Gates, all listed as traveling or staying in different cities.

Ih. Poole la Satte Hamilton G. W. Derby Minera Sam Lewin San Antonio Albert T. Cook Dolores Clovis F. Perron R. W. Roberson John . Davis Joyce A. C. Hamilton Corpus Christi W. J. Sames Fior Mary Washington, D C Sues J. J. Howell Austin The State University Mise Gladys Howell Mises Gladys Dallas Bender Cherrett Corpus Capisti A. Mactedon Geo Pintdich M. Mann's St. Louis Mon Bauak Haney Beaumont Henry T. Deoarh Jose K. Sabas Il Paso W. E. Brown Chicago Janes McMullen City Gates New York

Male stenographers and typewriters sought in civil service

The Civil Service Commission seeks male applicants aged 18 or older for stenography and typing roles. Salaries start around 840 to 900, with rapid advancement for meritorious workers. Examinations occur monthly in major cities except December. details available from regional offices and through listed contact points. State primaries set for June 18 in Minnesota.

United States Civil Service Commission Washington United States Post Office Heston Moses Philadelpha Atlanta Cincinnati Ohio Chieagse St. Paul Min Seattle

Notable List of Names Tied to Texas Cities

A dense roster of individuals connected to multiple Texas locales including San Antonio, St. Louis, Corpus Christi, Pearsall, Cotulla, Kenedy, and other towns. Names such as Martinez, Gregorio Alva, J. W. Goodman, Aldridge, Manatou, Lastarge, Theo Powell, Clifton, Benavides, Poole, O Brien, Wilde, and Pierce appear among scattered affiliations, indicating a compiled record or directory fragment. The list reads like a register of people across various cities with mixed initials and titles, lacking a clear narrative or event context.

Tuvevitte Pac A. di Hice M. Pierce San Antonia

Civil marriage ceremony held in Madrid for Willard and Roosevelt kin

In Madrid on June 10 a civil marriage for Miss Belle Wyatt Willard daughter of Col J Willard the American ambassador to Spain and Wherti Roosevelt son of Colonel and Mrs Theodore Roosevelt was performed. The civil ceremony involved signing papers witnessed by parents and close friends with a religious ceremony planned for noon the following day in the chapel of the British embassy.

Madrid Belle Wyatt Willard Col. J. Willard Spain Wherti Roosevelt Theodore Roosevelt Cmase

Ex Secretary Wilson Takes Part In Wilson Hall Ceremony

Pullman Washington June 16 Former Secretary of Agriculture James Wilson participated in exercises here today for the foundation of the James Wilson Hall a new 124000 dollar agricultural hall at Washington State College.

Pullman Wash lFormer James Wilson Washington State College

Maine University Graduation Address by Vice President

Vice President Thomas R. Marshall delivered the commencement address at the University of Maine in Orono on June 10. The day featured class day exercises and the annual reunion of alumni following the graduation ceremonies.

Orono Thomas R. Marshall University of Maine

Future mediation endangered by US refusal on Huerta

Niagara Falls June 10 Associated Press reports that mediation talks falter as the United States refuses any step that could imply recognition of Huerta. Mediators urge Huerta to appoint a provisional president through a mediator chosen person, but US delegates see this as recognition. Some principals in the conference have lost hope while others believe mediators may bridge the gap.

Associated Press Niagara Falls United States Huerta Tuerta

Washington White House briefing on Antilla discussion halted

Mr Bryan, leaving the White House after today’s conference, said Washington cannot discuss the Antilla at this time. The statement framed the discussion as closed for now, signaling ongoing sensitivity around the topic.

Washington June Bryan White House

Carranza Arrives in Saltillo to Grand Ovation

Venustiano Carranza, leader of the constitutionalist movement, arrived in Saltillo last night to a grand ovation from supporters and locals, signaling strong public backing amid ongoing upheaval.

Saltillo Vex Venustiano Carranza Constitutionaliste

Pierce Oil Company denied Texas business license

The Texas Supreme Court denied Pierce Oil Corporation of Virginia the right to do business in Texas, finding it to be a continuation of the former Waters Merce Company, effectively blocking its Texas presence.

Visitn Texas Supreme Court Pierce Oi Corporation of Virginia Waters Merce

Outwitted Plain Clothes Men Again

Suffragettes last night escaped from the Grosvenor Square house where police watched Mrs Mimmelie Pankhurst, outwitting Scotland Yard detectives. Miss Bertha Ryland, accused of picture slashing, cried scriptures at the court when committed for trial.

London Scotland Yard Mimmelie Pankhurst Grosvenor Square House Bertha Ryland

Roosevelt Wedding Pictures Draw Crowd in Madrid Civil Ceremony

Madrid June 10 The civil marriage of Kermit Roosevelt and Miss Belle Wyatt Willard was performed today. The wedding party arrived in five automobiles at the police chief's office, attracting a large crowd as numerous motion pictures were taken.

Madrid Kermit Roosevelt Belle Wyatt Willard

Eight Die In New York Tenement Fire Blaze Cuts Off Escape

A fire at a New York tenement on 90 Magen Street killed eight people, including seven women and one man. One woman and another person perished leaping from upper floors. Firemen evacuated many down ladders as the blaze trapped residents.

New York Magen Street

Condemnation of Prohibition From Texas Labor Federation

The Texas Federation of Labor adopted a resolution condemning prohibition at a meeting in El Paso on June 10, with Associated Press reporting. The move signals organized labor’s strong stance against Prohibition policies and their social and economic impact.

Associated Presa el Paso Texas Texas Federation of Labor

Penny Backer Leads Moderation of Woman Club Council

Mrs Penny backer called the Moderation of Woman Club council to order today as delegates filled the room in a sea of white summer dresses, reflecting the large attendance and social tone of the meeting.

Chicago Pennybacker Womene Club Council

Kentucky G. A. R. Reunion at Carbourville Opens

Advance delegates and visitors arrived in Carbourville Kentucky for the Grand Army of the Republic Department encampment. The program begins tomorrow with sessions continuing through the day and includes the Women’s Relief Corps and other auxiliary bodies observing their annual reunions.

Carbourville Grandemy of the Republic Department of Kentiack Women's Relief Corps

German Synod Meets in Newark New Jersey

The annual conference of the Atlantic district synod of the German Evangelical Church of North America met at St. Stephen's Church in Newark and will continue until early next week. Delegates from churches across New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Maryland and Virginia attend.

Newark N. J Athintic District Synod German Evangelial Church of

Arkansas Bankers Case In Little Rock Bank Officials Indicted

The State's case against Adolph Knah Charles Strickland T W Cannon and W S Groves former Valley Savings Bank officials Argenta arose in Little Rock June 10. They face charges of receiving deposits while knowing the bank was insolvent.

Little Rock Ark Adolph Knahn Charles Strickland T. W. Cannon W. S. Groves Valley Savings Bank of Argenta Triak

Lind Returns Home From Duty For Possible Further Service

Washington June 1 John Lind went to his Minnesota home today. It remains unclear if the president will use Lind for further service. Bryan said Lind will return to Washington to serve the President again.

Associated Press Washington John Lind Minnesota Lind Bryan

Diplomas for Twenty Nine at Trinity University

In Waxahachie Texas June 1 the graduating class of twenty nine members the largest in the history of the institution received diplomas at the forty fifth annual commencement exercises. Judge A B Watkins of Texas delivered the address to the graduates.

Waxahachie Texas Trinity University A. B. Watkins Thens

Governor Tener Addresses Penn State College Commencement

Governor John W. Tener was principal speaker at the June 1 commencement at State College Pennsylvania. The new horticultural building was dedicated this afternoon followed by a reception for guests.

State College John WK. Tener Pennsylvania State College

Memorial Tablet Unveiled at Michigan's First Capitol Site

Linsing Michigan June 10 unveiling of a bronze tablet to mark Michigan's first capitol location in the city. D A Rolre Campbell of Benton Harbor donated the memorial and presented the address, with Governor Ferris accepting on behalf of the State.

Linsing Mich Michigan Pioneer and Historieal Society Michigan D. A. Rolre Campbell Benton Harbor Ferris

Honor Memory of Roger Bacon Annexed at Oxford

London June 10 the memory of Roger Bacon eminent English scholar regarded as the first man of science in the modern sense was honored at Oxford on the 700th anniversary of his birth. A statue of him was unveiled in the university museum rehibald gelkie officiated and the Chancellor lord curzon received the statue for the university.

London Roger Bacon Oxford Moon Sirrehibald Gelkie Lord Curzon University

Willing Petition Promotes Merchants Closing for Hose Races

Yesterday afternoon EF J Barthe low headed a one man committee from the fire department to circulate a petition among merchants urging closing their shops today from 2 20 to 6 oclock so employees may witness hose races Every merchant approached signed the petition ensuring many will view the contests.

J. Barthelow Fire Department Barthelow

Residents petition to rebuild retaining wall at Grant Juarez

Neighborhood along the arroy o crossing Grant Street at Juarez Avenue seeks mayor and council action to rebuild a centuries old retaining wall after recent rains caused sections to cave into the arroyo endangering nearby properties.

Arroyo Grant Street Juarez Avenue

Tolls repeal now seems sure today

The Panama tolls repeal debate in the Senate entered the final stages with administration leaders claiming a safe majority for passage before adjournment. Senator Sutherland proposed an amendment asserting the US can discriminate for its own ships, but Senator Swanson ruled it out of order.

Washington Panama Senate Sutherland United States Swanson Tordee

Rules Committee Approves Special Rule for Conservation Bills

Washington June 10 The rules committee voted a special rule for five administration conservation bills including Alaskan coal lands radium water power reclamation payment and extension of mining laws. The Hobson prohibition amendment was not acted upon yet as the panel adjourned until later. Prominent anti saloon league figures expect favorable reporting and will face Hobson before a vote on the rule.

Washington Hobson

Japanese Hanged for Killing American Surgeon in Seoul

Tomitaro Watanabe a Japanese was hanged today in Seoul for the murder of American surgeon Dr Edgar Stryker. He had previously strangled his own wife in a prior crime.

Seoul Korea Tomitaro Watanabe Edgar Stryker Watanabe

Whole families in mourning after Gulf storm losses

Reports from Chatham New Brunswick describe a Gulf of St. Lawrence storm Friday causing up to 125 deaths. Many boats lost wiped out male family lines as crews were typically fathers with two to four sons or close relatives aboard.

Chatham N. B Gulf of St. Lawrence

Annapolis Football Star Weds In Naval Ceremony

Philadelphia dated report confirms Edith Shaw daughter of Mr and Mrs George Shaw wed Ensign John P Dalton USN in Annapolis. Dalton, famed football player at the Naval Academy, is stationed at the Naval Training School in Newport after his training.

Philadelphia Edith Shaw George Shaw John P. Dalton U. SN Naval Academy Naval Training School Newport

Salvation Army World Congress Opens in London

Hundreds of Salvation Army members from around the world gather in London for a three week world congress. The event begins with a reception for foreign delegates at the Royal Albert Hall.

London Salvation Army Royal Albert Hall

Mount Holyoke College Holds 77th Commencement

South Hadley Mass June 10 Charles S Whitman district attorney of New York delivered the address before the graduating class at Mount Holyoke College closing its seventy seventh annual commencement exercises.

South Hadley Mass Charles S. Whitman New York Mount Holyoke College

World YWCA Conference Opens in Stockholm

Delegates from more than twenty countries including the United States and Canada attend the opening session of the fifth world conference of the Young Women's Christian Association in Stockholm. The conference will run for one week and centers on the unfolding of the true plan for women in God's Purpose for the world.

Stockholm United States Canada Young Women's Christian Association

Stockholders Meeting of Texas Mexican Railway Company

The annual stockholders meeting will be held at the company office in Laredo Texas on June 24 1914 at 9 00 a m to elect directors and conduct business. The board of directors will meet immediately after adjournment. J F Boniger Secretary.

The Texas-Mexican Railway Company Laredo Texas J. FP. Boniger

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Moncheur Baroness Moncheur Gen Powell Clayton Arkansas Tnnister Turkey T Ob. Eldridge of Pearsall Oscar Thompson Hebbrowville Ross Sam Lavins Ho Guth Chas WO Morris Mo. S P. Lodurekhy Soudon Carlos America Reynos Reyno R. J. Reynolds Tobacco CO Winston-Salem, N. C Wilson Antilla Carranza Pierce Oil, Corporation Mrs. Pank Hurst Ly Associated Press Kermit Police New York Tenement Kentucky G A. R Reunion For Tener ERS Annapolis Salvationists Mount Holyoke Stockholders’ Meeting
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