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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1923

Page

9

Notice of Sale In Webb County Texas

Webb County Texas district court sale by Merchants State Bank & Trust Company of Laredo. Judgment against Valentina I de Leal Herminia F de Valle and L Fierros leads to public auction of multiple parcels in Porciones 26 28 and 24 Abstract 60. Sale set March 6 between 10 AM and 4 PM at the courthouse door in Laredo. Sheriff A J Contoren signs the notice with Deputy J Fierros.

Herminia F. de Valle L. Fierros Porcio No Moreno Tract Porcion No Porcion J. Fo. Careta Angelita Moreno de Medrano Valentina IF. de Leal Merminis Bode Valle LL. Fierros Laredo Texas A. J. Contoren Webb County J. Fierros

A BAILY Lesson In History

February 27 entries highlight Longfellow birth and death dates, Jackson’s New Orleans medal, Kingston Ontario earthquakes, US UK frontier tensions, Credit Mobilier fallout, Taliaferro’s death, Capitol fire in Wisconsin, and Wilson leading troops in Washington. Names include Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Andrew Jackson William B Taliaferro.

Efbruary Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Portland Cambridge Mass Congress Andrew Jackson New Orleans Kingston Ont United States New Brunswick Maine Senate Credit Mobilier Wiliamb. Taliaferro Belleville Wisconsin Madison Wilson Washington

Birthday Anniversaries of Notable Figures

Today marks birthdays of Ellen Terry in Coventry England 75 years ago Ellen Terry actor. Prof Irving Fisher in Yale born Baucerties New York 50 years ago. Burton Wheeler from Hudson Massachusetts 41 years ago elected senator. Percey A Rockefeller New York City 45 years ago. Frank Trotter University of West Virginia born Washington County Ohio 60 years ago. Alvan Fuller Boston born 45 years ago.

Ellen Terry Coventry England Irving Fisher Yale University Baucerties N.Y Burton K. Wheeler United States Montana Hudson Mass Percey A. Rockefeller William Rockefeler John TD. Rockefeller New York City Frank Trotter University of West Virginia Washington County Ohio Alvan T. Fuller Massachusetts Boston

Notice of sale in Webb County Texas

Notice of sale by order of the Webb County District Court in case No. 5979 Henry Edds and W T Acklen versus W T Flippen. Levy made on oil and gas rights in Webb County including parts of survey 688 and 687 with an oil derrick and two lumber houses. Public auction at the courthouse on first Tuesday in March between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM for cash. Dated Laredo Texas February 18, 1922. A J Condren, by J L Fherros, Deputy.

State OF Texas Webb District Court Webb County Texas Henry Edds State of W. T. Flippen Towit Laredo A. D A. J. Condren J. L. Fherros

Montana Senator Burton Wheeler Birthday Milestone

Burton Wheeler of Montana, born February 27, 1882 in Hudson Massachusetts, turns 41 as he prepares to take a seat in the U S Senate. A Michigan Law School graduate, he built a notable Montana legal career and a fortune reported at $100 000. His public service began in 1910 in the Montana legislature and later extended to U S wartime service.

Afbruary Burton K. Wheeler Montana United States Senate Hudson Mass University of Michigan Law School Butts Mont Whdteler United States Warrict

Depreciation Rules in the 1921 Tax Act Explained

The 1921 Revenue Act allows a reasonable allowance for exhaustion wear and tear of property used in business. Depreciation applies to capital assets but not home furnishings, personal effects, inventories, or land. For pre March 7 1913 purchases, deduction bases on fair market value at that date.

Army surplus items for sale by Wisconsin Inc

Twelve electric griddles 12 by 18 inches new. Ten Daniell siphon filters new. Wisconsin Incubator 160 egg. One Babcock milk tester new. One Iowa cream separator priced at 126 dollars. One Concord player plano. Six hundred shovels available.

Daniell Wisconsin Iowa Concord

San Antonio Auto Show Promises Brilliance and Beauty

San Antonio hosts its eighth annual Auto Show at the St. Anthony Hotel from March 5 to March 11 under the San Antonio Automobile Trades Association. Courteous salesmen, grand displays, and nightly themes Army Night Society Night and more, invite all residents to compare latest makes and models and enjoy entertainment and fashion shows.

San Antonio St. Anthony Southwest America C. J. Dollinger

Tuesday Music and Literature Clash at Laredo High

The Tuesday Music and Literature Clash meets at 4 PM in the Laredo High School Auditorium. On Wednesday the Parish Guild gathers at 3 30 PM at the home of Mrs Mussett.

Laredo High School

Deception, Winter Storms, and Small-Town News

A poem speaks of rain and ice on snow and a longing wind in a peach tree. Then Farm Life notes report travel and visits in Austin San Antonio Fort McIntosh and Penton. Local church groups at the First Methodist and WMS meet with officers elected and plans for a charity show.

First Methodist Church E. A. Shell Arvilla Seaman Misa Ola Heard Lucille Nunnelly

SPORT GOSSIP From Baseball To Boxing And Rowing News

The piece surveys the sports scene with multiple notes: Phillies roster includes 14 pitchers split evenly by right and left. Brown fund aims to revive rowing at Providence. Tommy Murphy, ex champion, now boxing promoter in Kansas City. Glen Criger may trial with Red Sox. Boston women’s soccer touted. Legion promotes indoor meets. Rocky Kansas banned from boxing. Pabe Ruth predicts a big season batting 3 21. $590 cup offered to beat Original Celtics at Madison Square Garden. St Paul Cleveland Pittsburgh hockey division title billed as season’s biggest card.

Phillies Brown Providence University Tommy Murphy Kansas City Jimmy Kelly Ed Bellamy Ireland Glen Criger Lou Criger Red Sox Boston American Legion Rocky Kansas Charley White Pabe Ruth Celtics Madison Square Garden

Mayfield Presented Complete Senate Proceedings

Farle B. Mayfield received a full copy of United States Senate proceedings in an attempt to unseat him. He declined further comment beyond saying he would be in Washington for two weeks.

Austin Texas Farle B. Mayfield United States Senate Washington

Texas man to face murder charges in child’s death

Wylie Morgan formerly of Maud Texas will be arraigned today in Philadelphia on murder kidnapping and felonious assault charges in the death of 6 year old Lillian Gilmore. Police say he signed a statement admitting the kidnapping and assault and killing the child.

Associated Press Philadelphia Wylie Morgan Maud, Texas Lillian Gilmore

Opposition to Coolie Labor in Hawaii Sparks Debate

Washington rumors—House immigration leaders attack a plan to admit foreign labor to Hawaii as a remedy for shortages. Representative Box of Texas and Chairman Johnson flag the measure as risky, fearing influx of Japanese laborers and unfair competition for American sugar producers.

Associated Press Washington Hawaii Texas Islands United States Baker California Johnson Department of Labor Japan Cox Tie

Harding weighs Brigadier General Hines for veterans bureau chief

Washington February 27 President Harding considers Brigadier General Frank Hines retired for director of the veterans bureau to succeed C O Forbes who retires tomorrow General Pershing has been consulted and is said to back Hines' qualifications Meanwhile Austin Texas February 27 State Senator W J Rogers of McKinney leaves for Washington to discuss leasing Kerrville memorial hospital for former service men with veterans bureau officials

Associated Press Washington Harding Frank Hines Veterans’ Bureau C. Or. Forbes Parshing Gen. Hines Austin Texas W. J. Rogers McKinney Kerrville Memorial Hospital

Finance schemes eyed for school funding plan

A report from the National Educational Association delegates outlines a program to raise revenue for schools. It proposes state legislature adoption and explores methods to fund educational purchases, seeking freedom from state or municipal tax interference.

Edott Cohoeks Boards of

Arrested as Witness in Schneider Murder Case

By Associated Press New York Feb 27 Mrs Anna Buzzi aged 0 known as Anne Schneider housekeeper for Frederick Schneider the wealthy contractor found murdered was arrested today as a material witness. She denied any knowledge of the crime. Police continued the search for the blonde woman seen to leave Schneider s automobile before his body was found with bullets in the head.

Associated Press New York Anna Buzzi Anne Schneider Frederick Schneider Lionde Schneider

Veterans Reduced Rate For Confederate Reunion Announced

Durham NC February 27 Confederate Veterans may travel at a special rate to the New Orleans reunion April 11 to 15. Veterans must obtain identification slips from Carl Hinton and contact Col BL Gladney to arrange hotel and housing reservations in advance.

Associated Press Durham N.C New Orleans Carl Hinton Sons of Confederate Veterans Julian S Carr Cotm Carr BL. Gladney Hotel and Housing Committee

Oil Gusher Near Smackover Produces 36000 Barrels Daily

Eldorado Ark February 27 oil gusher in the W G Burton well near Smackover is said to produce 36000 barrels daily and could reach 50000 with improved handling. Reportedly rivals major North American gushers since the Beaumont strike 22 years ago.

Associated Prosa Eldorado Ark W. G. Burton Smackover North American Beaumont

Business Chances. Wanted Relable Man as Dealer or Agent

Manufacturer seeking a reliable man to act as dealer or exclusive agent for inner tubes guaranteed against punctures and blow-outs. Contact L. C. Carpenter, Factory Representative, 1820 Juarez Avenue, Laredo, Texas. Phone 618 before noon. 2-10-1m.

L. C. Carpenter Juarez Avenue Laredo Texas

Centenary Notices and Primary Elections Highlight City News

The day features observances for Gen William B Franklin and Ernest Renan marking anniversaries in Paris and Bologna, tributes planned for actress Ellen Terry on her 75th birthday in England, and Chicago primaries for mayor and Spring election candidates. William A Brady's court case on Sunday theater performances in New York resumes.

Willam B. Franklin Fredericksburg France Ernest Renan England Ellen Terry Chicago William A. Brady New York

Hall's Catarrh Medicine advertises remedy for nasal catarrh

An ad describes an acute nasal catarrh attack and notes people prone to colds are run down. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Medicine a local ointment and a systemic tonic from J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio, claiming to build up the system and resist colds after over 40 years of use.

Hall Tuggista J, Cheney & Co Toledyu, O

Senate Delays Names as Finance and Agriculture Bills Advance

Debated morning session sees lawmakers push through key measures including banking and highway provisions while postponing several nominees. Officials reference tax, livestock limits, and state projects as committees outline funding and oversight.

Unclear text fragment outlines political or administrative notes

Fragmentary OCR text appears to reference authorities and efforts but is unreadable. It mentions administration and statements about abandoning efforts and obtaining something. Details are too garbled to identify persons or events.

Rock Bank Explosion Kills Dozens in Superior Mine

A blast at the Superior mine No. 4 today caused a catastrophic explosion. Rescue teams report over a hundred miners killed or missing and two workers buried. authorities warn the death toll may rise as investigation proceeds.

Pacoerechtia Bebo

Veteran officials named in Harding administration shifts

The report details appointments and nominations during President Harding's term. Albert Podlac secretary of the interior and Senator Harry S. New receive posts, with others such as the postmaster general under consideration and a brigadier general retired for a new veterinary bureau director role. The article notes Senate confirmation and foreign posting moves, highlighting U.S. government staffing changes.

Albert Podl Harry S. New Rank A.ffines Harding Devine Hureau Pain of Califoreiae Sensi Aneditvedy Senatear New

Senator Caraway Involved in Trolley Car Altercation

The incident at 14th and MWostmeds, N. Wo, involved Senator Caraway of Ar fies Uta after an unidentified passenger accused him of offensive language. The confrontation ended when both left the car. Caraway was struck in the face and responded with blows using an umbrella on the other man’s back.

Corawnay Uta

New Naval Oil Reserve Planned In Alaska

Washington February 27 Secretary Ball of the interior department announced the withdrawal of 20 000 000 acres of and in Alaska to form a new naval oil reserve.

Washington Alaska Naval Oil Reserve Ball Interior Department

Benjamin Morrow Placed Under Police Protection

East St. Louis on February 2. Benjamin O Morrow is under police protection after allegedly admitting to police that he was threatened by a Ku Klux Klan organizer for admitting he was precinct committeeman for the Klanta in connection with the municipal primary election.

Associated Press East St. Louis Benjamin O. Morrow Ku Klux Klan Klanta

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