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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1918
Page
15
The city of Laredo plans a June 28 launch for the war savings stamp drive. Citizens are urged to buy books of stamps, with a goal of at least 250000 in I these stamps, offering a liberal interest through January 1923. The campaign highlights patriotic duty and investment value, noting limits of 1000 per person and existing local clubs.
Society notes list Red Cross activities at the hospital garment room knit circle and dressing rooms with named hosts, plus Woman's Club program at the Army Y M C A. Other items mention social visits, travels, retirements, and community announcements with named families and local organizations.
Webb county’s registrant total climbs to 186 after three more names join the roll. Larry Elias Sames and Manuel G. Vela are in military service, while Dario Vasquez is listed as an alien resident of Mexico. The original June 6, 1918, roster showed 128, with eight additions since and more expected as men reach age. A separate note promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment for itching with prices 25c 50c and $1.00.
Italian Headquarters reports Major General von Kronstadt of the Austrian army fought alone until death after his staff lost the way. An Italian airplane forced the surrender of the Austrian crew of a machine gun float amid heavy fighting near Montello. Italy claims air superiority and growing Austrian weakness as the battle for the Plave line continues. Hunger-driven Austrian attempts to tempt prisoners with spoils are thwarted as they abandon the front.
In Wilmington on June 20, mill men from the Southern Textile Association convene at Wrightsville Beach for the annual meeting. The keynote asks what mill men can do to aid the war, with Saturday devoted to labor issues and patriotic addresses.
Chicago June 16 The annual convention of the National Association of Building Owners and Managers opened in Chicago with attendees from nearly all major cities. The group seeks to classify office buildings as preferred rather than non essentials, arguing such properties are public utilities that promote intensive conservation.
The Harvard University commencement of 1918 closed with degrees awarded to many in national service. The day featured the governor and president with fellows overseers faculties and alumni, the class of 1893 marking its twenty fifth anniversary with the exercises led by its graduates.
A summer military training camp started in Williamstown Mass with seven New England colleges Amherst Clark Dartmouth Tufts Trinity Williams and Wesleyan taking part. Dormitories at Williams College serve as barracks lecture rooms and mess halls while a corps of instructors including cadets from the United States Military Academy oversees basic courses and advancement opportunities for veterans.
New York on June 20 marked the 60th birthday of Charles F Murphy famed as the big boss of Tammany Hall. born in the gas house district on the Lower East Side he started as a street car driver then rose to district leader and finally chief of the organization. His long influence shaped public affairs in the metropolis as Tammany again fed at the public crib with John F Hylan mayor.
London confirms Italian forces recaptured Caposile near the Plave river mouth from Austrians. Reported gains include all territory between Yfson and the Fossetta canal as part of ongoing Italian offensive developments.
President Wilson declines to actively oppose the Jones amendment to the agricultural bill, fueling forecasts that it will be favorably reported. Also, all stock yards nationwide are ordered to receive federal licenses by July 25 following livestock commission recommendations.
A Gulf Port report notes a steamer arriving today after encountering submarines Saturday off Carolina, but the vessel escaped without damage or casualties.
Postal inspectors seized traveling agents of the Western Union on trains between Boston New York Philadelphia and Washington and confiscated suit cases filled with messages filed for telegraph transmission.
A period advertisement promotes HERBINE as a purifying strengthening remedy for bowel irregularities. It claims to regulate and improve daily movement and comfort, with a price of 50 cents and availability at all druggists.
Washington reports the War Trade Board placed Egyptian cotton on the restricted import list today June 20, reflecting tighter controls on trade amid wartime measures. The action targets a key textile supply and affects manufacturers and exporters relying on Egyptian fiber.
Captain Chapman in charge of the military intelligence office in Laredo returned yesterday from Fort Sam Houston where he had been on an important business visit.
A brief notice invites readers to monitor the Time for daily chances to earn sixty dollars per day. The alert emphasizes steady opportunities and urges constant attention for available roles or tasks.
A brief item notes the Sile canal located on the west bank of the Piave, referencing its position along the river and its geographic relation to surrounding landmarks. The concise report emphasizes location without broader context.
Despatches from Zurich report strikes in Vienna and Neustadt on June 20 tied to a reduced bread ration. Authorities and workers clash as protests unfold across the Austrian capital and nearby town.
An exchange despatch reports serious rioting in Vienna with crowds breaking into bakeries and stoning the premier residence and Hofburg palace. Martial law is probable.
Censored messages received in Stockholm indicate peace demonstrations in Berlin Hamburg and Cologne have caused several deaths and many arrests. The reports suggest widespread unrest and police responses as protests spread across Germany.
General Pershing announced the successful bombing of Conflans railway yards in Germany. He noted artillery activity and a German raid repulsed. American forces captured prisoners during the operation.
American forces on the Marne last night moved five miles northwest of Chateau Thierry advancing in good order and driving German troops back without resistance.
Army casualty tally for June lists 73 names. Killed in action 17 and died of wounds 9. air plane accidents 2. disease 7. accidents or other causes 1. wounded severely 82. undetermined 4. missing in action 1. Wounded severely includes Richard Russell and Wills Poitt of Texas.
Paris reports French forces penetrated German lines between Montdidier and the Oise, taking 20 prisoners last night while conditions were quiet in other sectors. London says British raiding parties were active in several sectors, capturing prisoners and inflicting losses on German forces.
Agram based Jurnal Novine reports Yugoslav readers are urged to trust Allied victory. The article claims Entente forces grow stronger monthly and that now is the time to conclude peace.
Stop itching eczema with Zemo as sold by any dist for 35c an extra large bottle 1.00. Healing begins the moment Zemo is applied and soon removes eczema tetter pimples rash blackheads and similar skin diseases. Zemo is a penetrating antiseptic liquid not greasy and does not stain. The W. Rose Co Cleveland Ohio advertises it as the remedy for skin troubles.
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