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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1914

Page

2

Villa and Carranza Face Mexican Settlement Stakes

An Washington despatch suggests Zacatecas capture raises Villa's negotiating leverage as peace talks resume. Carranza resists formal talks, risking Villa as the effective rebel representative. The Niagara protocol paves a path to recognition of a provisional government and renewed diplomacy, while military gains for Villa underline his leadership in the rebellion.

Washington Zacatecas Villa Carranza Almerican Vera Cruz United States Huerta Monterey Torreon Matamoros Ulanili Tampico Niagara Mexico

Good News For Texas Cattlemen From Kansas City Market Trends

The Kansas City market shows cattle shortages easing Texas can expect better year. Slaughter capacity at Kansas City plants runs well below need with last week’s output under one seventh. Western markets total 82 000 cattle versus 125 000 a year earlier, a 33 percent drop, while five and a half months show 12 percent shortage year over year. High beef use abroad keeps prices in check. mutton demand rises while beef falls. Gas grass and water are ample, stock feeders scarcer but border stockmen expect a strong year with steady demand for graded stock. An unusually good stock-raiser year is ahead due to plenty of grass and full water tanks in most regions. Prices for weighty cattle are rising as light cattle were abundant earlier.

Kansasity Times Texas Kansas City Missouri Valley Republic Southwest

Southwest Texas cattle and Mexican markets face favorable prospects

The article notes light cattle and heavy market pressure for heavier steers, with a looming beef shortage in Kansas City and other markets. It highlights abundant grass, water, and early marketability for Southwest Texas cattle, and rising Mexican cattle activity as exporters seek favorable conditions amid regional upheaval and supply constraints. The piece also touches on political and social unrest in northern Mexico, U S news on Carranza, plus a short note about New York Mayor Mitchell’s accidental pistol discharge.

Primary election dates and Senate race rumors across states

The article outlines Kansas primary date Atgiat 4 and broad Senate race chatter. It notes Thomas of Colorado as a potential candidate for renomination, Wallace of Kansas City seeking the Democratic nomination, Morris of Wisconsin opening his campaign with a speech in June, and Straus denying a Progressive bid for the Senate seat. Roosevelt's Progressive campaign likely begins with a Pittsburgh address on June 36.

Kansas North Carolina Thomas Colorado William Ht. Wallace Kansas City United States Senate Abisouris Morris Wisconsin Hucine Straus United States Senator Root Roosevelt Pittalureh Jane Siever Scrumegard Devils Lake North Dakota Aste J. Granma Senate

This Date in History Highlights From 1820 to 1842

A jumble of historical notes lists events such as King George IV's death in 1820, the Navigation Acts repeal in 1845, the Cawnpore massacre at the time of Nima Sahib, General Pope commanding the Army of Virginia in 1842, and various royal and political mentions.

George IV England Cawnpore Pope Earl Rasasell Iitish Pszu Tenmit Varsha Kietive Bypt Purkev Yaver Tewfik Pasha Iksh— Simon Cameron Vio Langaster Muaroh Niagara Sob -Princs Arigugawa Japat Tondoen

Demand Reopening of Bridge Death of Mrs F H Lithgow

Demand reopening of the international bridge over the Rio Grande between Laredo and Nuevo Laredo as National Lines of Mexico restrict traffic. Protests filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission and Texas Railroad Commission by the Laredo Chamber of Commerce amid growing city interest and inconvenience. Also reports the death of Mrs Magdelene A August Lithgow, wife of F H Lithgow, after brain hemorrhage, and funeral arrangements at Mercy Hospital and Masonic burial grounds.

Rio Grande Laredos Loaing Interstate Commerce Commission Texas Railroad Commission Laredo Nuevo Laredo Monheres Mesxico Saltillo Monterey Mexico Texas-Meniceaun Company Interstite Commerce Commission Washington Texas Railroad Chamber of Commerce Brown National Railways Mexico City Magdelene A. Lithgow F. H. Lithgow Slitas Brooklyn No Y Masdalene A. August John J.neast Rosslyn N. Y Fred H Lithgow Lithgow Islitas Mrs Lithgow FL H. Lithrow Ida Griekson J. J. August New York City Mercy Hospital G. H. Winch Masonic Fifty Cemetery

Americans Flock to Mexico Amid Uncertain Conditions

The article notes many Americans travel daily between Nuevo Laredo and Monterey and other Mexican points, while southern-bound trains return with large numbers of US travelers. Americans with interests in Monterey stay to manage holdings, others see opportunities despite risks, and some plan to remain until safety improves.

Nuevoaredo Monterey Saltilfo Mexico NHR Amon Neven United States Republic Vext

Death of Felipe U Guerra in Laredo youth dies at home

Felipe U Guerra of Laredo aged 20 died at his home in the city after illness began Monday. He had worked at Reed's dry store for seven years and served as a house collector. Peritonitis led to an operation yesterday, but he died yesterday afternoon. He leaves his mother and father and other relatives. The funeral is set for this afternoon at 1 from the Hidalgo street home to the Catholic cemetery.

Felipe U. Guerra Wien Laredo Thts Felipe Reed's Dry Store Simmoner Hidalgo Street Catholive

Birthday tribute to Sir Robert L. Borden

A concise obituary note recalls Sir Robert L. Borden born June 26 1854 at Grand Pre Nova Scotia educated at Acadia Villa Academy began law in 187? and called to the bar four years later. He built a large Nova Scotia and Canadian Supreme Court practice before entering politics as Halifax city and county MP in 1896 and Halifax Conservative leader in 1901. He became prime minister in 1911 after Laurier’s defeat.

Robert L. Borden Robert LL Borden Cananda Grand Pre Nova Scotia Acadia Villa Academy Supreme Court of Nova Scotia Supreme Court of Canada Robert House of Commons Halifax Charles Tupper Conservative Liberal Party Sax Wilfrid Laurier

Ten Thousand Homeless in Salem Fire Area

The Salem fire left about ten thousand people homeless as fires burned a semicircular three miles long area. A tent colony for five thousand was set up at the baseball park while wagons and autos carried food from surrounding cities. Three deaths were reported as the tally rose with a charred body found and later another death confirmed.

Salem Mass

Montana Governor Seeks Federal Troops Readiness

Governor Stewart of Montana asks the federal government to keep troops in readiness to deploy to Butte on short notice. The request follows unrest in the mining city and aims to ensure order and security amidst ongoing labor tensions.

Washington Stewart Montana Butte

Lorimer not aware of Paynter loan documented

Frankfort Kentucky June 26 former United States Senator Paynter who voted Lorimer out of his senate seat issued a statement asserting Lorimer knew nothing about Paynter borrowing 40000 from a Chicago bank. Notes covering this loan were found in Lorimer's Chicago bank.

Frankfort United States Paynter Lorimer Senate Lorimer’n Chicago Bank

Postponed Nationwide Vote on National Prohibition

Washington June 26 report that House leaders, urged by Representative Treary of Texas, agreed to postpone the nationwide prohibition vote to August 1. The action follows pressure from supporters and opponents amid ongoing debates on temperance policy.

Washington Representative Treary Texas House

Have No Flour and Starving in Food Supply

Aboard the battleship California at Guaymas on June 26 the flour supply is exhausted and authorities cannot stop rioting by the hungry. Women and children are allowed to leave the city to avoid starvation while a Yaqui company of 70 killed two officers and deserted to the constitutionalists. In Zacatecas federals endure months of trench and earthwork defenses as fighting continues with heavy use of artillery amid rugged terrain.

la Paz Mex California Guaymas Constitutional Ista Zacatecas iVila Constitution Saliats

Carranza aide outlines plan as Villa poised to move

Breceda in Washington reports a definite Carranza statement is near. He notes the constitutionalists will press their military campaign despite mediation efforts by the United States. Villa is expected to launch operations against San Juan Potosí next week.

Breceda Washington Alfredo Creceda Carranza Cohl Preceda United States Villa San Jui Potosi

Carranza Arrival Reported in Monterey Mexico

Carranza arrived here yesterday in Monterey Mexico as part of the ongoing movements noted in the region with local observers tracing his possible next steps amid the June timeline updates.

Carranza Monterey Mex

Sunshine sails from Galveston for Havana with arms

Galveston reports the schooner Sunshine departed for Havana carrying arms bound for the constitutionalists. The cargo and voyage reflect the era's maritime support for opposing factions amid regional instability.

Galveston Texas Sunshine Havana

Texas Railroad Bridge Ban Sparks Rio Grande Crossings

President Brown wired from New York to the Texas railroad commission announcing the Mexican National Railways will not allow the use of their bridge for transporting goods to and from Laredo across the Rio Grande.

Austin Texas Brown Texas Railroad Commission New York Mexican National Railways Laredo Rio Grande

Lost Last Battle

James Kelly aged 92 former famous prize fighter died Wednesday at his home here. He fought the longest battle on record lasting many rounds.

New York James Kelly

Earthquake in Sumatra Kills and Damages City

Batavia reports a strong quake in Sumatra causing many deaths and injuries. Numerous buildings collapsed in Jenkoelen, the capital, as rescue work begins and officials assess the devastation.

Batavia Java Sumatra Jenkoelen

Blessed Peacemakers on the Street: A Civic Lesson

In Marshall, a heated street quarrel between two men ends when a railroad mechanic steps in to break up the fight. He buys ice cream sodas for two quarreling boys and a bystander crowd, turning a clash into a moment of shared civility. The incident, witnessed by a reporter, sparks praise for peacemaking over violence.

The Marshall Sentinel State Press Silveston

Noted Swimmers in Match Race on Schuylkill River

Philadelphia June 26 Two of America’s noted long distance swimmers Sam Richards of Boston and Charles B Durborrow of Philadelphia are to swim a 23 mile match race from Chester to Philadelphia and return on the Schuylkill River. Durborrow is regarded as the best long distance swimmer in the region. Richards is equally famed and is said to be the only man to swim from the Battery via New York to Sandy Hook.

Philadelphia America Sam Richards Boston Charles B. Durborrow Schuylkill River Chester Durborrow Richards the Battery New York Sandy Hook

New York Progressives Refuse Roosevelt Decision Not Final

Oyster Bay June 26 Progressives refuse to accept Roosevelt's declination to run or to promise not to endorse Whitman for governor if Roosevelt will not run. Roosevelt stance remains unresolved as parties weigh endorsements amid public vote pressures.

Oyster Bay N.Y New York Roosevelt Whitman

Canadian Athletic Meet Plans Held in Charleston

Dominion Day events will feature top Maritime Provinces athletes in a preliminary meet. The contests precede the Canadian championships, set to be held here next August as part of Confederation semi centennial celebrations.

Charleston Maritime Provinces

Memorial to Daniel Webster Unveiled in Marshfield Mass

Marshfield Massachusetts marked the unveiling of a memorial honoring Daniel Webster. Erected by the Daughters of the American Revolution the monument features a mammoth bowler with a bronze tablet. John P. D. Long delivered the oration as a former Massachusetts governor and Navy Secretary under McKinley and Roosevelt.

Marshfield Mass Daniel Webster Daughters of the American Revolution John PD. Long Massachuetts Navy McKinley Roosevelt

Dunfermline to honor Carnegie statue unveiling

Dunfermline September 26 The statue honoring Andrew Carnegie native of Dunfermline and philanthropist will be unveiled tomorrow with elaborate ceremonies. Notables from Wifeshire are expected to attend and a townwide holiday will mark the occasion.

Dunfermline Andrew Carnegie Wifeshire

Crescent Garage Moves After July First

The Crescent Garage will relocate to new quarters opposite Borchers' Bakery after July 1. Advertiser L. E White at 615-141.

Crescent Garage Borchers’ Bakery Re Tes Ae L. Ewhite

Watch THE TIMES everyday fod opportunities

Watch THE TIMES daily for opportunities and news. Subscriptions available at 66c per month.

the Times

Hot Weather Tonic and Health Builder Ad

A vintage advertisement claiming a tonic boosts energy and renews strength for tired or nervous individuals. It features Mrs James Duncan of Haynesville Maine praising Electric Bitters, with price 50 cents, and Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for cuts.

James Duncan Haynesville Bucklen

Interdenominational Missionary Education Conference Opens

In Blue Ridge North Carolina on June 26 an interdenominational conference for missionary workers Sunday school leaders and others opened and will run through July 5. It is the first of five summer gatherings sponsored by the Missionary Education Movement of the United States and Canada. The aim is to unite young people and ready them for more effective church work.

Blue Ridge N.C Mission Workers Missionary Education Movement United States Canada

Murrieta Leaves Nuevo Laredo for Monterey

Lieut Col Marcelino Murrieta who led constitutionalist forces in Nuevo Laredo for weeks departed yesterday for Monterey where he is to take permanent station Major Jesus Soto succeeds him and had commanded forces there Murrieta was popular and respected by the troops and subordinates

Marcelino Murrieta Nuevo Laredo Monterey Jesus Soto Murrieta

Japanese Letter Impresses on California Relief Demand

Washington notes dated June 26 describe strong, uncompromising terms used by Japan to press relief for Japanese subjects in California. The dispatch to the administration, made public last night, outlines Tokyo's expectations and concerns regarding treatment of Japanese nationals in the state.

Washington Japan California

No Financial Strain Mentioned in Chiflin Company View

Financial circles in New York on June 26 believe the Chiflin company will eventually pay dollar for dollar. The paper notes nationwide dispersion means no single region will escape financial strain.

New York Chiflin United States

Chinese Looters Cause Fatal Wounds in Katgan Sacking

AP reports from Peking on June 26 that about one hundred Chinese looters were fatally hurt as soldiers sacked Katgan in Mongolia Province. The event marked a severe crackdown on looting with widespread casualties.

Peking China Paolow Chen Mongolia

Elevator rope shock kills four men in Houston

Four men died when a metal elevator rope from a cold storage plant crossed a high power line. The men grabbed the rope on successive floors trying to stop the elevator, but were electrocuted. The incident occurred in Houston, Texas, as reported by the Associated Press.

Houston Texas

Kiel Flight Tragedy Claims Passenger In Ambiguous Report

A fragment from Kiel Germany describes a fatal aviation incident with unclear details. The note mentions a person killed during a flight and hints at ongoing investigation days after the event. Names, dates, and precise circumstances are not provided in the readable text.

Pardon plea heard for murderess Rae Krauss

The State considered a petition for the pardon of Rae Krauss who is serving a life sentence for the murder of her young stepdaughter in Hartford City ten years ago. Krauss confessed to poisoning the girl and her husband had obtained a divorce.

Indianapolis Ind Rae Krauss Ne Wns Hartford City

Canadian Premier Sir Robert Borden Turns 60 Today

Ottawa reports Sir Robert I. Borden Dominion Premier celebrates his sixtieth birthday anniversary with congratulations from ministry members and leaders across Canada. He remains in excellent health, having entered politics nearly twenty years ago as a member of the House of Commons.

Ottawa Robert I. Borden Dominion Canada Robert House of Commons

Royal visit to Hull marks opening of new docks

June 26 The people of Hull welcomed Sine George and Queen Mary for the opening of the Flim ber docks. Their Majesties laid foundation stones for a girls school and a tuberculosis hospital as part of the visit.

Hiro Hull Sine George Queen Mary Flimber Docks O New

Negro Business Men to Meet in Muskogee August

Preparations are underway for the fifteenth annual National Negro Business League meeting to be held in Muskogee Oklahoma in August The Oklahoma State Business League plans elaborate receptions and entertainment for visitors from across the country A feature will showcase progress on industrial achievements of the region's Negroes Outdoor entertainment by full blood Seminole Indians in native costumes is also planned Delegates will visit Boley Oklahoma noted as the largest prosperous Negro city in the United States

Muskogee Okla National Negro Business League Oklahoma State Business League Boley Oklahoma United States

Prisoner Domingo Cienzales Released After Spanish Inquisition

Domingo Cienzales, a young man employed at Botica del Puello, returned to this city yesterday from Nuevo Laredo where he had been jailed since last Sunday on a charge of altering things against the Carrancistas. Upon representations by Vice Consul Shelby Theriot he was released yesterday.

Domingo Cienzales Botica del Puello Nuevo Laredo Gonzales Shelby Theriot

Neat at 4d accurate job work ring up 43

Neat at 4d accurate job work rang up 43 in a brief report item. The note records a numeric result associated with work labeling or accounting within a small business context. Further specifics were not provided in the readable text.

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