Calles Proclamation Brings Threat of Summary Death Penalty in Sonora
The piece argues Governor Calles declares that until Sonora becomes legally wet on September 1 anyone distributing liquor will face summary execution without trial. The writer condemns Calles as a military despot undermining law and democracy, warning of dangerous unchecked power and potential assassinations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Elias Calles
Sonora
Constitutional
Callies
Calles
United States
Mexico
Prohibition
Aslias Calles
The Nation and Russian politics in wartime era press attack
A critical opinion piece accuses The Nation of anarchist propaganda for praising Bolshevik gains and opposing Allied support for Kolchak. It argues The Nation defends violence as a political tool and mocks U S reactions while underrating domestic security concerns amid Palmer’s stance on new anti-repression measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Nation
New York
Admiral Kolchak
Kalchak
Russia
Palmer
Birthdays of Notable Americans Cited Today
Today marks anniversaries for several prominent figures: William Redfield, U S Secretary of Commerce, born in Albany, N Y, 61 years ago. William Seward, Civil War general officer, born in Auburn, N Y, 80 years ago. Cyrus H. Curtis, Philadelphia publisher, born in Portland, Maine, 69 years ago. Blanche Sweet, Chicago born actress, 22 years ago. Rear Admiral Joseph No Hemphill, U S N retired, born in Ripley, 72 years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William ©. Redfield
Commerce
United States
Albany
N. Y
William Kenry Seward
Auburn
Cyrus Hf
Curtis
Philadelphia
Portland
Blanche Sweet
Chicago
More Rent Houses Needed to Meet Present Demand
Laredo growth brings in-migration, limited rental supply, and strong demand for four to five room cottages. Builders are urged to invest in rental properties on vacant lots, with potential monthly rents of 20 to 25 dollars, offering high returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
iLaredo
Cornell's Fifty Years Jubilee At Ithaca Celebration
Ithaca June 18 Cornell University enters its semi centennial with four days of exercises beginning tomorrow. Six thousand visitors and notable leaders from education and state government will attend including Governor Smith and Chief Judge Hirscock. A statue of Ezra Cornell will be unveiled. The piece recounts how Cornell acquired its endowment and the university's current prosperity and enduring traditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ithaca
Cornell University
Cornell
America
State of New York
Smith
Charles KE. Hughes
Hirscock
State Court of Appeals
Ezra Cornell
Izra Cornell
Congress
New York
State Agricultural Society
State Agricultural College
Ovid
Agricultural College
Vacationists Departing for the Summer Resorts
-Laredo residents head for summer escapes as families take trains or cars to coastlines and distant states. Some seek Corpus Christi seaside breezes while others pick mountain retreats or ranches. Many destinations offer harsher climates, yet the heat here remains a dry, enduring factor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Corpus Christi
Gulf
Special Scout Meeting Wednesday June 18 in Fireman's Hall
Tracy No 2 Boy Scouts of America call a special meeting at Fireman's Hall on Wednesday evening June 18 at eight to hear Mr Cummings of the Federal Rescue Bank deliver a message to all scouts parents and visiting scouts are invited Scoutmaster Leonard Craig notes the date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scouts
Tracy No. 2
Boy Scouts of America
Cummings
Federal Rescue Bank
Troop No. 1
Assignee's Notice in Webb County Texas 1919
Valen tin Hernandez owner of Economy Grocery Store Webb County Texas executed a deed of assignment May 1 1919 for the benefit of creditors consenting to a proportional share. The undersigned accepted the trust and qualified. Creditors must file claims within four months after publication and six months from the notice date at Laredo Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webb
Economy
Valentin Hernandez
Texas
Laredo
A. D
Lame Back Relieved with Liniment and Massage
A home remedy suggests applying Chamberlain's Liniment twice daily and massaging the back muscles over the seat of pain with each application to relieve a lame back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Tomorrow Emancipation Day Observed Nationwide
Editorial urges honoring Juneteenth as a real freedom day for the Colored race. It notes tomorrow as emancipation celebration and advises employers to grant time off and courtesy to Black workers, likening it to fair treatment on other holidays.
Laxatives Offered To Aid Constipation Remedy
A reader is advised that constipation stems from low moisture in food matter. Drink plenty of water, eat raw fruits, and exercise outdoors. Use mild laxatives like Chamberlain's tablets to avoid harsh cathartics that dehydrate. Give them a trial.
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Chamberlain
Band Concerts Thursday Friday Programs at Jarvis Plaza
Readable program details for the Thirty-seventh Infantry Band led by Lieut Curt Byerier at Jarvis Plaza Thursday night and Fort McIntosh Friday evening. Selections include Sousa Overture Big Grande and The Red Mill plus Transatlantic and Waldteufer lullaby.
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Jarvis Plaza
Parade Ground
McIntosh
Thirty-seventh Infantry Ttund
Curt Byerier
Marek Washington Jost
Wiltz
Hesxis Y Pesos
Martines
Thirty-seventh Infantry Land
Fort McIntosh
Elock
St. Clair
Raymond
Thomas Waltz
Isha
Etes
Mascagni CN Bret
City Council Meeting Highlights From Last Evening
The semi monthly council session at City Hall presided by Mayor Robert McComb reviewed street graveling petitions for San Dario Avenue and opened Washington Street crossing requests between Santa Inabel and Eagle Pass Avenues. Antonio Larga Co was granted permission to place an underground gasoline storage tank at 713 Hidalgo Street. City Treasurer J A Ortiz annual report was read, approved and ordered published.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert McComb
San Dario Avenue
Scott and
Benavides
Antonio Iarga & Co
Hidalgo Street
S. N. Johson
Washington Street
Santa Inabel and
Eagle Wass Avenues
J. A. Ortiz
Cotton gin to be installed at Laredo within weeks
Prof F W Mally states a three or four stand modern cotton gin will operate near Laredo soon to process a 3090 acre cotton crop. Expect yields of 1 500 bales from the 3 000 irrigable acres with favorable conditions and no pests. Zapata county also reports a heavy crop nearing picking in three weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Mally
Chamber of Commerce
Laredo
Welb County
Zapata
Zapata county oil field eyed for big Texas boom
Oil development in Zapata county draws attention as Rio Grande Petroleum Co and Empire Oil Co prepare to drill sixty miles southeast of Laredo. Rio Grande moves rigs in and Empire reports drill depth nearing a major discovery while Texas Gal Refining & Pipe Line Co speeds toward a Laredo refinery start after six weeks of groundwork.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Texas
Houston
Zapata County
Rio Grande Petroleum Co
Laredo
Empire Oil Co
Dil
Rio Grote Petroleum Co
Empire Ofl Co
Texas
Whith
Fnet
Texas Galt Refining & Pipe Line Co
Expeed
Larade
Real Estate Transfers Show Deals Made in City
The following deeds filed for record with Webb County clerk report transfers. George W Sprague to Ignacio Benavides lot Nos 4 and 6 in age neighborhood. Consideration 1800 dollars. Anita S de Nieto and husband to Tomas Nieto to Crescencia Sepulveda, for New spun block No 248 WD. Consideration 1050 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webb
George We Sprague
Ignacio Benavides
Anita S. de Nieto
Tomas Nieto
Crescencia Sepulveda
To Prevent Belching and Digestive Comfort
Advice recommends eating slowly and chewing thoroughly to reduce belching. If problems persist, take one of Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Real estate bustle in Laredo with vacant lots bought for building
In Laredo activity rides high across realty deals from large to small with most buyers purchasing vacant lots for construction rather than speculation. The town also lists used goods and services from tires to cars and local notices including notary, roofing, plumbing, and barber items.
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Laredo
Hidalgo St
Annual Meeting of Texas Mexican Railway Company Directors
The annual meeting of the stockholders will be at the company's office in Laredo Texas on June 25 1919 at 9 00 A M to elect directors and transact business. The board of directors will meet immediately after adjournment. L V Boniger secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Texas-Mexican Railway Company
Laredo
Texas
L. V. Boniger
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Reds
Rose Pastor Stokes
Congressman Berger
Eugene V. Debs
McNamaras
Los Angeles Times
Tom Mooney
Pacific
Debs
Stokes
Berger
Cialistspanarchists
Victor Berger Hugene Debs
Bellans
Leonard Craig
State OF
Oes Bos
Watch the Times
Conrad
Rheumatig
Serape
Wedel See
Seecudter Gatcoe
Reed's Drug Store, People’s
City Fathers of
Globe
Norwalk
Juarez Avenue
Citizens Auto Company
San Antonio
Nereo G. Navarro
Webb County Lumber Co
R. R. Wilkes
al J. Nolen
P. O
Reese al
Reich
Royal Cigar Stand
Tom Moore
the Royal
Juarez No
J. L. Pierres
Farragut Street
Oon
Corporation Court of the District Court
Mullatly
Kelimoul
Main Ave
Will W. Gregg
Notary Public
Times
Aurelio Medina
Dedier Brothers
Morniis and Bornt
District Court
Medina
Lodier Brothers
A. Saft
Agency For Ladies Queen Quality Brand Shoes
Fire Insurance
Tk. M. Ramsay
Tturbide St
SRAZY
Laredo, Eras
the Blaize Chemical CO
Robstown, Sexas
Wood Business College
Laredo Business College
Ohn
C. Buenz Lumber
Opal
Lturbide St
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