Barefaced Lie Prompts Mexican Press Critique in Laredo
The Mexican paper El Progreso is denounced as a shameless propagandist against the United States. It accuses Mexicans in the region of seeking martyrdom while living in the shelter of American hospitality. Critics insist the writers are foreigners lacking long-term ties to either country and warn they threaten local peace. The piece also notes broader war censorship topics and shifts to American political slogans.
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Carrancista
el Progreso
United States
Laredo
Progreso
America
The
Times
Mexican Sheet
PRESS CENSORSHIP AND THE RIGHT TO NEWS
The death of Lord Kitchener rekindles the debate on war news censorship. The public, funding the war, deserves full access to information about actions and costs, not a hidden narrative. Censorship in Mexico and even mild suppression risk concealing truths from citizens and readers.
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Lord Kitchener
Kitchener
Snuffragists Parade Polden Lane to Convention Hall
Report notes a demonstration by snuffragists along a multi-block route they call Polden Lane. The passage, described as a corridor of a certain color, is to be walked by the Mele gistes en route to the convention hall. Some photographers refer to it as the yellow streak.
Opening of Washington State Bankers meeting in Everett
In Everett on June 15 the Washington State Bankers association opened its annual meeting with Governor Lister delivering a welcome address and Thomas H. Brewer of Spokane replying for visiting bankers. The convention then heard president Hi C. Lucas of North Yakima outline the formal address as business sessions continue tomorrow.
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Everett
Wash
Northwest
Washington State Bankers’ Association
Lister
Thomas HH. Brewer
Spokane
Hi. C. Lucas
North Yakima
Annual Texas Mexican Division excursion to Corpus Christi planned
Tentative plans for the conducting and engineering division excursion to Corpus Christi for the Fourth of July are under way. If arrangements hold, a special train will depart Sunday July 2 with a return from Corpus Christi around 11:30 p.m. July 4. Round trip fare is $2, and a large coast visit is anticipated. Corpus Christi promises a novel Fourth of July celebration with a unique program for visitors.
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Corpus Christi
Corpus
Snday
Watch The Times Everyday for Opportunities
A brief notice offering a daily opportunity to read The Times with a subscription offer of 60 cents per month.
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This Date In History Highlights A Rat Pack Of 15 Events
This compact digest lists notable happenings tied to June 15 across centuries. Excommunications, military appointments, state admissions, imperial successions, royal coronations, disasters, royal marriages, and international conferences appear in a rapid, date-linked rollup.
War News From A Year Ago Report
Twenty three French aeroplanes dropped 285 bombs on Karlsruhe starting fires and causing panic. Mesciska in Galicia fell to Austro German forces under Gen von der Marwitz as troops stormed Danksze and captured 1660 Russians. British took German trenches near Ypres, taking 157 prisoners. French gains near Arras and in Lorraine with hundreds captured and 600000 cartridges. Russians retreating across the Galician front before Austro German pursuit.
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Karlsruhe
Capiital
Grand Duchy of Baden
Germany
Mesciska
Galicia
von der Marwitz
Danksze
Baltic
Ypres
Arras
Lorraine
Galician
Madame Johanna Gadski Turns 44 Today
Opera star Madame Johanna Gadski born June 15 1872 in Prussia is celebrating her 44th birthday. Her career spans Berlin Krolls Theatre Wagnerian roles to an international concert presence, with stints at the Metropolitan Opera and Covent Garden. She holds Bavarian and American art medals and is married to Capt Hans Tauscher of the German army.
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Rewre
Johanna Gadski
Prussia
Germany
Berlin
Kroll's Theatre
Metropolitan Opera House
New York
Elsa
Metropolitan Opera Company
Metropolitan
Covent Garden
London
Europe
America
Kingdom of Bavaria
Taft
Madame Gadski
Frau Tauscher
Hans Tauscher
Krupp
Franz von Papen
Washinton
Welland Canal
Endure Summer Colds With Pine Tar Honey Remedy
A vivid advertiser urges readers to avoid summer colds with Dr. Bell’s Pine Tar Honey. The product is promoted as soothing and healing, opening clogged air passages, stopping a runny nose, and reducing coughing, with directions for use and a suggestion to keep leftovers as “cough and cold insurance.”
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Dr. Bell
Flag Day Exercises in Elks Hall Honors Old Glory
A modest crowd attended Elks Lodge Flag Day events in Laredo, with the Ninth Infantry Band playing Dixie and a strong tribute by Hon. Asher R. Smith. The program featured ritual, a bell building scene, a patriotic address, and vocal selections, praising the Stars and Stripes and American heritage.
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Elks Hall
Laredo
Washington
Tike Hall
Ninth Infantry
The
Elks
Sam Mackin
Chaplain Wood
Ninth Infantry Regiment
Columbia
Seaman
Bill Schmitt
Myrtle
Ethel Mackin
Courtney Slaughter
Lattiz
Nelson
Martin
Henry
Mullen
B. P.O. BK
Co. W. Cook
Asher R. Smith
Elks Lodge
Mr. Smith
Withal
Itch Remedy Ad Recommends Ballard’s Snow Liniment
An old ad promotes Ballard’s Snow Liniment for cured skin trouble. It cautions against scratching, claims instant itch relief and permanent cure after a few applications. Sold by druggists at 26 cents or $1 per bottle.
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Ballard
First Meeting of Creditors for N Buitron
In the District Court of the United States Southern District of Texas a bankruptcy notice. N Buitron of Webb County was adjudged bankrupt on June 12 1916. The first meeting of creditors will be held at Corpus Christi Texas at 10 o’clock in the forenoon on June 21 1916 to prove claims appoint a trustee examine the bankrupt and transact other business. INO C Scott referee in bankruptcy Corpus Christi June 12 1916.
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District Court of the United States
Southern District of Texas
N. Buitron
Webb
Corpus Christi
Texas
Transaer
Regulate Bowels with Herbine Remedy Advertisement
Morning bowel routine signals daily readiness and comfort. Miss it and discomfort hinders movement. Herb ine promises purification, strength, and regulation of regularity. Price 50 cents. Sold by all druggists.
Stockholders Meeting of Texas-Mexican Railway Co
The annual meeting of the stock holders of the Texas-Mexican Railway Company will be held at the Company's office in Laredo Texas on June 28 1916 at 9 00 a m for electing directors and other business. The board of directors will meet immediately after adjournment. A B Muller Secretary.
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The
Texas-Mexican Railway Company
Laredo
Texas
A. B. Muller
Flag Day Exercises Highlight Patriotism and Unity
Mr Walls held an audience spellbound with a reverent flag day talk praising patriots and martyrs from France to Ireland and naming Washington Lee and Grant as eminent leaders. He traced praise through revolutions and wars to modern times, ending with a united singing of America to leave listeners inspired and proud to be American.
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Walls
France
England
Germany
Ireland
George Washington
Lee
Grant
America
Grand Jury Reconvened to Probe Mexican Bandit Case
District Judge J J Mullally ordered a special reconvened grand jury to examine matters since the last session including the Mexican bandit investigation. Three Mexicans jailed here on horse theft and conspiracy charges will have their cases reviewed and may be upgraded to more serious offenses after the inquiry.
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District Court
J. J. Mullally
Notice to creditors for John Pollock estate
All persons having claims against the estate of John Pollock deceased are asked to present them to the undersigned promptly. All indebted persons should call and settle with the undersigned. JOHN O BUENZ Administrator Pro tem. June 14, 6t.
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John Pollock
John. O. Buenz
Funeral of Mrs de la Garza at San Agustin Pro Cathedral
The funeral for Mrs A M de la Garza, who died Monday night, was held Tuesday afternoon at San Agustin pro cathedral and drew a large attendance. Pallbearers included Romulo Pefa Fidel Cantu Martiniano Garza Fred Gonzales Plutarco Leal and B G Salinas. Honorary pallbearers were Thomas Worsham J J Haynes Henry Edds Oscar Thompson Julian Garza and Tomas Perez.
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de la Garza
A. M. de la Garza
San Agustin Pro-Cathedral
Romulo Pefa
Fidel Cantu
Martiniano Garza
Fred Gonzales
Plutarco Leal
B. G. Salinas
Thomas
Herbine Promises Quick Relief For Stomach Ills
A bilious sick feeling and constipation may ease with Herbine. The ad claims the first dose brings improvement and a few doses restore vigor. Price 60 cents, sold by all druggists.
Woman’s Note Found in Butter Tin Sparks Romance
A man cutting into a pound of butter at a local grocer’s, where the proprietor does not advertise, discovers a tin box with a note reading I am a girl of 18 years good looking and an excellent housekeeper Please write to the following address The finder, a bachelor, tries to solve the tale but destroys the romance The girl had died years ago leaving an elderly husband and grown children.
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Yoakum Times
Office hours change at Saturdays for Laredo Electric
Patrons are advised the office will close at noon every Saturday starting Saturday June 17 until further notice. Laredo Electric and Railway Company issues the reminder in the public notice.
Vermifuge claims to cure child worm infections
Advert shows White's Cream Vermifuge as a quick remedy for worm infections in children, noting pale sickly appearance and risk of fatal diseases. It claims worms are expelled promptly and health restored, with a price of 25 cents per bottle and available at all druggists.
Attributes of Sheep in Winter Garb and Art
A grazing account explains the sheep as a perpetually nasally challenged creature always in full wool. It notes the sheep’s talent for getting lost in snowstorms, inspiring numerous famous painters to depict scenes of sheep at work on farms and by firesides.
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