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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1919
Page
20
Reports from Berlin claim Germany will not sign the revised peace terms without radical changes. The piece asserts the terms are fair, based on justice, and meant to humble a defeated foe to prevent future aggression. Germans are urged to accept to avoid rekindling armaments and world danger.
The Juarez affair leaves El Paso residents ignorant of why American troops crossed into Mexico. The Juarez commander denies asking for aid, while Secretary Saker cites an understanding between governments and says the movement had no military significance. Carranza’s response is awaited, with concerns that border bandit raids, notably Villa loyalists, may rise.
Editorial argues the Villistas provoked the raid to harass Carranza troops but shows no danger to El Paso civilians. It condemns cross border attacks as a violation of law, notes lack of a formal treaty with Mexico, and says US action should protect citizens only when lives or property are at stake. It asserts neutrality of Mexico and questions Washington's orders.
A compact historical note lists birthdays and key incidents from June 17 across years. Notable items include the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775, Gen Strong Vincent born 1837 and killed at Gettysburg, a 1880 steamer Griffith disaster, and various 19th and early 20th century events.
Rt Rev Paul P Rhode marked the silver jubilee of his ordination to the priesthood. Born in Prussian Poland in 1871, he came to the United States as an infant, grew up in Chicago, and was ordained in 1894. He served as Chicago area pastor for fifteen years before becoming auxiliary bishop of Chicago in 1908 and later head of the Green Bay diocese in 1915.
A practical health note advises making a habit of eating slowly and chewing thoroughly to avoid belching. If belching occurs, take one Chamberlain's Tablet after supper for relief.
A new six story Tanlac laboratory at Dayton Ohio with 36000 bottles daily capacity showcases the expansion of the Tanlac business. The plant uses modern equipment and sanitary processes, including ultraviolet bottle sterilization and automatic filling, while prioritizing quality over output. A Windsor Canadian facility mirrors Dayton’s operations, maintaining uniform quality across plants.
Public auction at the Customs Rooms in Laredo Texas will offer seized items including 1000 Long Range 22 Cal cartridges 10 silk ribbons various drugs merchandise twelve gauge cartridges 44 Cal revolver and other items. The sale starts at 10:00 A M with cash to the highest bidder and all items sold in listed lots. J A HERRING US Marshal and Allen Walker Deputy will conduct the sale.
Deputy Sheriff Fred Lgarde received word from Goliad’s sheriff that two Mexicans wanted for the R. M. Johnson stove burglary at Tilitas a month ago were arrested in Goliad and held for Webb County. Deputy Phillips departs for Goliad to retrieve the pair, while another of the trio is jailed in Laredo awaiting transfer.
A June 15 1919 letter from Rachuig Plackett of Laredo Texas to Dallas advocates a five acre hold in northwest Burkburnett near the Texas Chief site. The note touts a linked Golden Gusher Oil Co and anticipates drilling after stock receipts, claiming a two for one value and a future stock rise to 15.00 while inviting new applicants by a specified date.
An advertisement offers high grade carbon papers at 2 to 2.50 dollars per box containing 190 sheets and typewriter ribbons for all makes at 75 cents. Contact J. W. Falvella at phone 43 for orders.
Valen tin Hernandez owner of Economy Grocery in Webb County Texas executed a deed of assignment May 15 1919 to the undersigned for creditors who consent to their proportional share and discharge him. Creditors must file claims within four months after publication and within six months from this notice with the undersigned at Laredo Texas. Dated May 28 1919.
Mrs G H Schill of Texas City describes three years of severe headaches and nervous distress before using Cardui. She credits three bottles with a permanent cure, noting she has had no headaches since. The ad promotes Cardui as a remedy for female troubles backed by medical books and four decades of use.
The Times announces a daily watch opportunity with a subscription rate of 60 cents per month. Readers are invited to subscribe for ongoing access to the publication.
Laredo has voted bonds to fund a modern sewerage system with construction to start soon after bonds are sold. A street widening plan is proposed to relieve congestion, with Farragut Street and other narrow routes targeted, as the city moves toward a more metropolitan look and modern infrastructure.
The notice explains constipation stems from dry waste and recommends drinking plenty of water eating raw fruit and outdoor exercise. It warns against harsh laxatives and endorses Chamberlain Tablets as a mild pleasant option to try.
In Caliche Park the Thirty-seventh Infantry team hosted Pearsall All-Stars on Sunday and Monday, winning 4 to 0 as Slim Wilson dominated with a strong pitching showing. Simpson also shut out the visitors 2 to 0, while Pearsall improved but still fell short, signaling further growth needed for the young squad.
Importations from texted passe through the port of Laredo included four carloads of ixtle one carload of baskets mineral and mercury. Local ads offer Globe Tires Norwalk tubes tire shop Juarez avenue and various services. Mentions of car sales barcalas forged instrument cases a notary public and local figures.
The article urges intense national focus to win the war and warns that fatigue, forgetfulness, insomnia, poor digestion, and irritability signal breakdown of the nervous system. It recommends taking action to restore nerve energy and maintain productivity during wartime.
The Buick Six owned by Mr. and Mrs. C. Mo Fish was stolen from in front of their home on Warracut street between 0 and 11 last night. Police tracked reports to Laredo and San Antonio as they searched for the thieves. Early this morning an abandoned car found near the Derby arm turned out to be the Fish vehicle badly damaged from the ride. The thieves remain unknown and face penalties if captured and jailed in the state penitentiary for car theft in Texas.
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