Food price debate urges both limits and protections
The writer criticizes a proposed food control bill as a sop to Cerberus, arguing for both a minimum price for producers and a maximum price for consumers. They warn that guaranteed producer prices raise flour costs for families, midmen profits, and demand fair handling. advocate bilingual education to ease trade. and call for a system that safeguards both producers and shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Committee
Cerberus
Congress
Food Control Board
Maine
Commission
Chinese premier May Be Fading as Parliament Crisis Grows
The president seeks dissolution of parliament to align with the army, but the premier refuses to sign the decree. This signals a potential collapse of the cabinet as the crisis deepens.
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Presiden T
John Redmond Faces Irish Convention Nomination Plan
John Redmond is asked to nominate five members of the Irish convention. The article hints he may enter trouble through no fault of his own. It questions whether Carson proposed the plan to humiliate a rival.
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John Redmond
John
Carson
Language Hurdles for U S Troops in France and Spain
American troops heading to France will struggle to communicate due to language barriers with French and limited English among locals. Prior Spanish experience among soldiers was limited, with rough knowledge from magazines and a few who served on the Mexican border. Some officers learned Spanish during West courses but still faced understanding issues.
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Tommy Atkins
Charlie Chaplin
Europe
Germany
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Switzerland
Spain
Italy
United States
Americas
France
Pershing Hosts British Royals Amid Society Stunt Talk
General John J. Pershing dined with King George and Queen Mary yesterday. The piece notes his remarks on society stunts and suggests he may have felt compelled by the social scene, while stating he could not destroy the telephone as he allegedly did in the Philippines to avoid hearing the invitation.
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Pershing
King George
Queen Mary
Benavides Seeks Captaincy in Texas National Guard
Deputy Sheriff Miguel Benavides of this city asks Governor Ferguson for permission to raise a company and appoint him captain. He notes his family’s long Texas military service from 1836 through the Confederate era and his own service in Troop K Texas Cavalry and the Milmo Rifles during the Spanish-American War.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas National Guard
Miguel Benavides
Ferguson
Benavides
Texas
Jose Benavides
Refugio Benavides
Santos Benavides
Cristobal Benavides
Texas Cavalry
Milmo Rifles
Richmond Stumbles in Central League Standings
In Central league standings Richmond, the infant member, appears unable to keep pace. The Texas league has contracted to six clubs as Galveston and Beaumont withdraw, shrinking the circuit.
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Richmond
Galveston
Beaumont
Notable Birthdays Today June 12 Thomas J Walsh
Notable birthday today June 12 honors Thomas J Walsh U S Senator from Montana born June 12 1859 in Two Rivers Wisconsin. A former teacher who studied law at Wisconsin moved to Redfield South Dakota then Helena Montana rising in politics culminating in a 1910 Senate election after earlier defeats. He directed Western Democratic headquarters in Chicago during the last campaign.
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Thomas J. Walsh
United States
Montana
Walsh
Senate
Two Rivers
Wis
University of Wisconsin
Redfield
Helena
Mont
Congress
Democratic National Committee
Chicago
Middle West
Far West
Whooping Cough Relief Named In Peru Woman’s Report
Mrs P H Martin of Peru Indiana reports success using Chamberlains Cough Remedy for whooping cough noting it worked like a charm and kept the cough loose and expulsion easy as advised by a physician.
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Chamberlain
P. H. Martin
Peru
Ind
Annual stockholders meeting for Texas Mexican Railway Company
Notice that the annual meeting of stockholders will be at the company office in Laredo Texas on June 27 1917 at 9:00 A M to elect Directors and conduct business. The Board will meet immediately after adjournment. Acting Secretary L V Boniger 5-26-30t.
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The
Texas Mexican Railway Company
Laredo
Texas
L. V. Boniger
Laredo City Ordinance Regulates Sale of Arms and Explosives
An ordinance requires dealers in arms ammunition and explosives to register with the Chief of Police within five days and provide inventories. It mandates keeping sales registers with purchaser details, reporting shipments, and applies to individuals and corporations. Violations carry up to 200 dollars fine or 60 days in jail.
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City OF
Laredo
City of Laredo
Cardui testimonial and 1917 city ordinance notice
Glad to testif y Watoga West Virginia Mrs S W Gladwell recalls relief from female trouble after using Cardui for months and three bottles Now married with three children recommends Cardui to weak nervous women Also included is a 1917 city ordinance text noting exemption from city charter and mayoral approval dates and city secretary attestation 6 7 101
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Watoga
W. Va
S. W. Gladwell
Cardui
Watch THE TIMES everyday for opportunities
An advertisement offers daily access to opportunities from THE TIMES at a rate of 50 cents per month. The brief notice emphasizes ongoing availability and value for readers seeking regular updates.
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the Times
Still Moving Southward but in Decreased Numbers
Mexicans fleeing conscription continue crossing the Rio Grande at Nuevo Laredo and Monterey. Train arrivals keep small groups heading to Mexico, where they face unemployment and scarce prospects, while some lack funds and hope for aid from relatives. Mexican employers avoid hiring them, and recent departures by Mexican Americans are not met with sympathy in Mexico.
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Mexico
International Bridge
Rio Grande
Laredo
Monterey
Texas
United States
Uncle Sam
Nuevo Laredo
Border Foundry Installs Large Oxy Acetylene Welder
The Border Foundry and Machine Co has installed one of the largest oxy acetylene welding and cutting machines in Southwest Texas and employs an experienced mechanic to operate it. Patrons will receive prompt attention. Phone 812. Con Mims, Mer. 5-11-1f.
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Border Foundry and Machine Co
Texas
CON Mims
Mer
Safety First with Cough and Cold Cures
Early advice warns neglect of a cough can lead to grippe or pneumonia. Dr King's New Discovery fights colds, kills germs, soothes the throat, loosens phlegm, and clears air passages. Mild laxatives remove waste. Available at druggists for 0.3 or 1.00.
Elks Flag Day Exercises in Laredo Elks Hall
The Laredo Elks lodge hosts Flag Day ceremonies Thursday at 8 PM in Elks Hall. Public invited. Program includes introductory exercises by Exalted Ruler and officers, a prayer by Rev Chas W Cook, songs, a chorus, a band performance, altar services, a tribute to the flag, and Auld Lang Syne.
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Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
Elkdom
Laredo
Eiiks
Elks Hall
Elks
America
Mesdames G. ©. Woodman
Sue J. Sschmitt
Messrs
C. W. Cook
F. A. Lattig
Estelle Kline
Seus Esas
Chas. W. Cook
Columbia
Piag
Chas
W. Cook
37Th Infantry Band
Esquire
Suwanee River
A. Taliaferro
Ellis
L. Bobbitt
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A. D
A. V. Woodman
Laon
Fort Wadsworth
New York
Nesle
Cornell University
A. Ritter & Co
Farragut
ICE Factory
P.M. Sauvignet
International Electrical
Horner
SaLinas Ave
Mazda
Saft’s
Queen Quality
ChoiceMeat
Narciso Alanis
John C. Buenz Lumber
L. Villegas & CO
Laredo, Texas
Fiores Ave
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