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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1914

Page

4

Desperate effort to calm Villa Carranza break persists

Wednesday’s Daily notes attempts to downplay a rift between Villa and Carranza or show a patch up. Reports from Torreon and Saltillo suggest censorship and controlled news, while Washington dispatches influence Carranza’s seek to avoid alienating U S mediators.

Villa Carranza Saltillo Torreon Washington Associated Press Grent Angeles Mexico United States Huerta

Indigent Consumptives Seek Federal Hospitals in Southwest

A briefing urges federal action to establish hospitals for indigent tuberculosis patients in the Southwest. The piece argues many come for relief, needing fresh air, care, rest, and nourishment, and notes current care gaps and state burdens. It supports Senate and House bills aiming to relieve regional costs and prevent patients from returning home ill.

North Senate House

Tuberculosis and labor issues spark reform push and tales

The article discusses tuberculosis as a public health threat, urging state and federal action including government hospitals and segregation. It notes Congress and figures like Howlone N Garner, plus international tensions, shipping accidents, labor signs, and a jab at unions and the Olympic games committee.

George Von L Meyer Birthday Note Honors Former Official

A birthday note honors George Von L Meyer born in Boston on June 24, 1858. He rose from Boston city council to Massachusetts house speaker, served in Congress committees, and held posts as ambassador to Italy and Russia, Postmaster General, and Navy Secretary, shaping several New England industries.

George von LI. Meyer George von L. Meyer Boston Harvard Massachusetts Tsao Meyer United States Italy Russia St. Petersburg Roosevelt Taft New England

Deportation follows suspended sentence for Jasso theft

Alberto Jasso a Mexican citizen who had been given a suspended three year sentence for theft from the person was deported to Mexico after leaving the courtroom. He had been detained in the Nuevo Laredo camp with Syrians, later escaping to safety during a battle, and was warned not to return to the United States.

United States Alberto Jasso Jasso Kansas City Mexico Nuevo Laredo Trout International Bridge Monument

Little Locals and Notices Highlight Laredo Life

A patchwork of items from Laredo including wedding plans for Dr. Robert Mc Culloch and Miss Pearl Winch, local business ads, highway progress from Webb County, and daily life notes. Mentions of district court actions, tire ads, and local repairs fill the page with community details.

Half Holiday For Clerks in Summer Store Hours

Jolin Colman announces a weekly half-holiday for clerks starting Friday June 26 and every Friday thereafter until further notice. The store will close at 1 pm to give workers rest during hot months. Colman invites patrons to respond with suggestions for a more convenient day.

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Crescent Garage Moves to New Quarters After July First

The Crescent Garage will relocate to new quarters opposite Borchers Bakery after July 1. J. E. Applewhite notes the change in the advertisement, indicating a upcoming business transition.

Crescent Garage Borchers’ Bakery J. E. Applewhite

Elect Directors and Officers Col Barth Goes to Illinois

The Texas Mexican Railway Co stockholders reelected EK N Brown as president and A G Higmiton as vice president. Col C H Barth departs for Springfield to assume command of the maneuver camp as Ninth Infantry heads to Fort McIntosh. Friends in Laredo wish him well and hope for a future visit.

Col. Barth Illinois C. H. Barth Ninth Infantry Fort MclIntosh Springfield Barth Laredo

Stockholders Meeting of Texas Mexican Railway Company

The annual stockholders meeting will be held at the company's office in Laredo Texas on June 24 1914 at 9 00 a m for electing directors and other business. The board of directors will meet immediately after adjournment. J F Boniger Secretary. 5 23 301 Adv

Stockholders of Texas-Mexican Ry. Co The Texas-Mexican Railway Company Laredo Texas J. F. Boniger

Only One Entirely Satisfactory Remedy Named

S N Galloway of Stewart South Carolina says after trying various colic and diarrhoea remedies Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy gave complete relief and cured him. He recommends it to friends and notes it is for sale by all dealers.

Chamberlain S. N. Galloway Stewart S. C

Farewell smoker honors W. Staver at Aztec Lodge

Aztec Lodge No. 111 Knights of Pythias held a farewell smoker for W. Staver last evening. He departs tonight for Colorado with his wife to establish a new home. Guests extended felicitations and good wishes for his prosperous future as refreshments were served and the gathering enjoyed a hearty send off.

Aztec Lodge No. 111 Knights of Pythias W. ©. Staver Colorado

Notice of lease for lake fishing and hunting rights

Alfred Matthews announces that the fishing and hunting privilege on the lake at Laguna Ranch is leased to Mr. D. Clifton. Public must obtain a permit from him before fishing or hunting on the lake. Dated June 17, 101. Ady.

Laguna D. Clifton Alfred Matthews Ady

Echoes From Eagle Pass Doan's Kidney Pills Ad

A Vale Pass resident testifies for Doan's Kidney Pills in a local sales notice. Mrs Otto Abeler of Ceylon Hagel Pais Texas reports family use with relief for backache and weak kidneys. Doan's Pills sold by all dealers at 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is the U S sale agent.

Doan Down Foster-Milliburn Co Buffalo New York Unite2 States

Wellington urged to seek Progressive nomination for U.S. Senate

George J. Wellington is pressed by political followers to run as the Progressive nominee for United States senator from Maryland.

George J. Wellington United States Maryland

Chamberlain's Tablets Cure Indigestion and Constipation

Mrs Mary Ke. Me Mitlou of Pihretos reports quick relief from indigestion and constipation after using Chamberlain's Tablets. She used them for several weeks and was cured. Sold by all dealers.

Chamberlain Mre Mary KE

Toledo Drug Ad Listing Lsii's Pills for Constipation

Local notice from Toledo warning readers about a medicinal claim. An ad fragment promotes Lsii's Auntiny pills for constipation. The readable text mentions health products and a generic drug listing in a period newspaper style.

Woman Shot and Soldier Injured in City District Incident

Last night in the western city area a fusillade erupted from the red light district after soldiers intoxicatedly attempted to shoot up the district. A woman in a bagnio was hit in the leg while a soldier suffered a head wound from a revolver butt during the ensuing police scuffle before the post hospital and medical aid arrived.

Red Light Bagnio

Bids Open for Laredo Storm Sewers Extension Work

Calls for bids to erect three storm sewers for the City of Laredo and extend the present sewer. Specs available at the City Secretary’s office. bidders may obtain copies for five dollars. Council may reject any or all bids, work subject to bond election results. Chairman J C Westbrook, Street and Bridge Committee, Laredo, Texas. June 14, 1914.

Adams Matamoros Street Fei Ts Laredo Berg Clifford & Heflin Poen Lareda Lang J. 8. Westbrook Street and Bridge Com Texas Ady

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