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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1919
Page
6
An old advertising notice from The Ared Times Penn Publishing Company outlines daily and weekly newspaper subscriptions with delivery options across the United States, Mexico, Canada, and local areas in Laredo. It lists prices for daily and weekly editions and notes advance payment requirements.
Communications for PENN PUBLISHING CO are directed to Laredo Texas with the listed telephone number 43.
The document states that members of the Associated Press hold exclusive rights to republication of AP dispatches and locally published news as credited or not in this newspaper. It outlines AP entitlement to use and distribute the news material featured.
In Monday's Daily, Bolshevik representatives in New York condemn a raid by a legislative committee guarded by state police, seizing papers of the Russian Soviet. They label the action unwarranted and brutal, while urging caution toward anarchist outrages and criminal propaganda spread in the United States. The piece argues Bolshevik advocacy here justifies concern but warns against mistreatment and incitement to robbery and murder.
A critic argues the luxury tax on ice cream cones is a petty, regressive burden on children and families of modest means. The columnist mocks the plan, suggests absurd revenue ideas, and urges alternative funding while defending kids’ simple pleasures.
The piece lauds New York authorities for dismantling a Bolshevik network and distributing sympathy lists to prevent Soviet influence. It calls for further exposure of propaganda and civic aid to curb treasonous activity nationwide.
The Elks Lodge held a subdued Flag Day ceremony in Wiks Hall Sunday after 4 pm with fewer than ten attendees. The program opened with the Star Spangled Banner led by Mrs Sue Jefferies Smith and Miss Courtney Slaughter, featured readings and prayers, a rose altar, and tributes to the flag by R L Bobbitt, ending with songs Columbia and America.
The Texas Mexican Railway Company calls an annual meeting of stockholders at its Laredo office on June 25, 1919, at 9:00 A.M. to elect directors and handle business. The board will meet immediately after stockholders’ adjournment. L. V. Boniger, Secretary. 5-24-20t.
Public auction at 10 00 A M July 8 1919 in the Customs Rooms Laredo Texas for cash of confiscated property including ammunition drugs merchandise silk and other items with listed values. The sale is conducted by J A Herring U S Marshal and Allen Walker Deputy with lots as specified.
A light norther last evening cooled the atmosphere, bringing a touch of winter and comfortable coats on the streets. This morning was gently cool and pleasant, with a brief yesterday sprinkle giving way to continuing cloudy, cooler conditions through noon.
Colonel Beaumont B. Buck arrives in Laredo with Mrs Buck to take command of the Laredo District at Fort McIntosh while Colonel A B Roche remains commander of the Thirty seventh Infantry. Buck, a World War I hero decorated with the Distinguished Service Cross and Croix de Guerre for Cantigny, is a West Point classmate of General Cabell and was previously a brigadier general in France.
Premium carbon papers sold in varying box sizes with a price range from $2 to $2.50 per box of 100 sheets. Also advertised are typewriter ribbons for all makes, priced at 75 cents. Contact J. W. Falvella at phone number 43 for orders.
County commissioners resume equalization work after a ten day recess while local merchants advertise tires used cars and services. The periodical lists imports from Mexico through Laredo including garlic baskets ixtle guano and rubber. Also notes marriages licenses issued and individuals moving within Laredo with various local business promotions and public notices.
In a county wide special election Webb County nearly unanimous for issuing 300000 in good roads bonds. Minera precinct vote awaited left results at 119 for and 1 against. State Highway Commission adds 100000 to the county total. Bond issuance expected to be approved by the attorney general, then printed, signed and sold.
Regularly eat slowly and chew food thoroughly to reduce belching. If trouble persists, take one of Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper.
Valen tin Hernandez owner of Economy Grocery in Webb County Texas executed a deed of assignment May 19 1919 to the assignee for creditors who consent to proportional share and discharge. Assignee has qualified. creditors must file claims within four months of notice publication and six months from the notice date at Laredo Texas. Witnessed May 28 1919 by B G Salinas as Assignee.
Chronic constipation stems from low moisture in residual food matter. Drink plenty of water, eat raw fruits, and exercise outdoors to improve. Until then use mild laxatives like Chamberlain's Tablets, which are easy to take and effective without overdriving water loss.
A noted actor-manager argues that modesty suits an actor. He recalls a career starter who ran an advertisement in dramatic papers seeking an engagement, asking for a small part such as a dead body or a nearby shout.
Guadalupe Rendon arrested after liquor found in his possession within ten miles of the area. He was bound over to the grand jury in 500 dollars, and failed to furnish the bond. An examining trial is set for morning. Clemente Vasquez was arrested Saturday for passing a forged instrument at Richter's store and will face an examining trial tomorrow morning.
Sealed bids will be received and opened by the City Secretary on June 25, 1919 at 10 a.m. for cement sidewalks from the Juarez avenue intersection on Farragut Street west to the I G N tracks. Plans and specifications available at the secretary’s office. A certified check of 500 dollars must accompany bid. City reserves right to reject any or all bids. A V Woodman City Secretary.
A compact notice inviting readers to monitor The Times daily for opportunities and perks presented at a monthly rate. It positions ongoing access as the path to catching deals and chances advertised in the publication.
News from Laredo reports United States troops crossed the border into Juarez and fought Villistas after they fired shells and bullets into the American Rio Grande area. Circulation spread to Nuevo Laredo, with no official Carranza statement and officials seeking more details on the clash.
A 19th century advertisement claims catarrh is curable through constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken internally and said to act through the blood to mucous surfaces, building constitution. Proponents offer $100 to any case it fails to cure, with testimonials available from I. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio, 76 cents.
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