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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1920
Page
2
Friday's Daily argues liquor interests face a doomed final battle against federal prohibition and enforcement laws. It blames money and corruption for shorter-term gains and asserts the public will reject a return to alcohol power, praising A Mitchell Palmer for standing against its foes.
The piece critiques attacks on A Mitchell Palmer over alleged collusion with interests to raise sugar prices. It argues Republicans pursue smear tactics, linking Palmer to enemy property actions and potential presidential bid, while praising his wartime duties against alien enemies.
Army surplus sale at 1701 Hidalgo St offers 20 000 pairs of Army shoes 1 000 Army wool shirts 500 Army cotton mattresses 20 400 Any leggings and numerous other items including 1 000 pairs ladies shoes all priced well below manufacture cost sale location Hidalgo Street dates not provided
The article urges peak mental and physical effort for victory. It warns that fatigue, forgetfulness, sleeplessness, poor digestion, and irritability signal nervous breakdown and advises taking a remedy or rest to recover nerve energy during wartime.
An advertisement touts SENSAPERSA as a blood tonic and nerve sedative to rebuild worn nerves and tissues, claiming nerve health doubles in ten days and renewed strength to face daily strain. Available in two sizes, 50 cents and one dollar, from City Drug Co or your Druggist.
Dr Fridtjof Nansen the famed Norwegian Arctic explorer is expected to head the Inter Allied Commission to investigate conditions in Soviet Russia. He has long served in Norway's state and diplomatic roles and visited America several times.
Victor Garza, about 35, son of Mrs Severo Garza of Laredo, died in Tampico last night. He learned pattern making in Laredo at Mexican National shops, later worked at the post office, then moved to Tampico two years ago to work for an oil company. He leaves a mother in Laredo and two brothers and two sisters in Mexico.
Notice to contractors and the public that from April 1 1920 union painters will receive four dollars for an eight hour day. Signed JESUS B SANCHEZ secretary, Laredo Texas March 56 1920.
The Times publishes the four Laredo banks statements the Laredo National Milmo National First State and Merchants State detailing close of business February 28. All banks show a prosperous condition and a notable rise in business from their prior statements.
Advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild laxative and liver aid, replacing calomel with no dental or gum harm. Claims quick relief from constipation, dullness, and headaches, noting dosage of 10 or 25 cents and a promise to “clear” the brain and lift the spirit.
The funeral for Roy Corcoran, superintendent of the Santa Gertrudis mine, murdered in Pachuca, Mexico, last Saturday, arrives in Laredo after crossing from Nuevo Laredo. With US Consul Robertson’s help, the body is taken to the Canvery undertaking, then to I. B. Sharkey’s home on the Heights. The 3 pm service from the Sharkey residence ends at the cemetery, attended by Mrs. Corcoran and their infant.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Christian Church will hold a cake and pie sale at the Piggly Wiggly store tomorrow afternoon beginning at two o'clock.
Train No. 1 departs for Corpus Christi at 9 56 a m and Train No. 2 arrives from Corpus Christi at 3 35 p m.
The Through Fast Train to St Louis departs at 8:30 a.m. and arrives at 4:00 p.m. The Night Train departs at 9:00 p.m. and arrives at a.m.
Rio Grande and Eagle Pass rail service lists Train No 1 leaving Laredo daily except Sunday at 8 30 a m arriving Minera 10 20 a m. Train No 2 departs Minera daily except Sunday at 11 a m arriving Laredo 3 15 p m.
An advertisement offers daily access to THE TIMES with a rate of 60 cents per month, inviting readers to seize opportunities by subscribing for ongoing coverage.
Telegram from Laredo reports Rev Father J P Bard died in San Diego Texas this morning from pneumonia after illness. Pioneer priest of South Texas he spent over forty years in San Diego and was beloved by Protestants and Catholics alike for his charity and example to all. His work with the poor and sick earned him broad respect across the region. May his soul rest in peace.
The final census roll for Laredo must be closed and filed at once. Merchants and citizens are urged to call the Chamber of Commerce at 274 to report any omissions and provide data to complete enrollment. This is the final announcement and request for city population enumeration.
The weather prophet erred in predicting a deep freeze with temperatures around 30 or 27 degrees. Instead the region saw only a slight drop, leaving gardens and crops unscathed and agriculturists relieved that onions cabbage and hardy vegetation were not damaged by frost.
The ad urges families to take multiple doses of a purifying spring medicine to improve health and harmony. It promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a top spring remedy to cleanse blood stomach and bowels and drive away winter germs, promising better color and well being. Herrera's Pharmacy endorses it.
Eduardo Bravo, who has served as consul attached to the Mexican consulate here for a year, is reassigned to duties with the consul general in San Francisco and will depart next week. Vice Consul Lisandro Pesia will continue to hold the post here, keeping the consular service unchanged.
Notice that Columbia Battery Station at 1117 Farragut Street announces a complete line of Columbia batteries. F. W. McGuire signs as manager promising quick and courteous service to all business. Date appears as Mer. 3-3-8t.
Daily influx of 600 to 800 Mexican laborers seeking U.S. admission via Nuevo Laredo. County clerk issues several marriage licenses: Manuel Flores with Maria Trevisio, Manuel Perez with Julia Esparza, Hipolito Gonzales with Maria Pedraza. Francisco Torres bound over for grand jury on liver law charge after examining hearing. remanded for $500 bond. Imports from Mexico included three carloads of silver, 500 live quail, and 113 bars of silver. Mexican Consul I. G. Guzman’s body arrives from Seattle for transport to Mexico City. Royal Theater premieres Erstwhile Susan starring Constance Binney. Strand features Sealed Hearts with Eugene O’Brien.
Prof Emilio Oddone director of the Italian Weather Bureau travels to Mexico to study the Vera Cruz and Puebla quake. He reports Signor Guerra Orsini has found a way to pipe Vesuvius gas to Naples and notes the death of astronomer Elia Millosevich. Oddone carries an inerzia meter to record shock waves on his voyage.
Two polo ponies owned by ex Ambassador Fletcher, raised in Mexico and housed at Fort McIntosh since December, were sent north today via the Texas-Mexico road. United States Consul Robertson arranged the shipment to Fletcher at Roslyn, L. L. with Ruperto Valenzuela of the city accompanying them to ensure delivery to the former ambassador in Mexico.
Children playing near a Christian church discovered a hole containing six bottles of homemade wine. Officers confiscated the liquor and an investigation is underway to identify who concealed it under the church.
Notice to the Public announces a move from 1310 Hidalgo Street to 1313 Hidalgo Street to better handle rising business. They advertise expert night plumbing for special calls, personal attention to plumbing and sheet metal work, and provide the phone number 606 for quick service.
Wilmer Threadgill announces resignation as Laredo Club chair in favor of Dr H C Hall after disputes over open meetings and delegate systems. He cites aim of public improvements in Laredo and notes Mexican voices were at risk under prior plans.
On March 5 a list of historical milestones is noted including Abraham Pierson, Yale’s first president, born in 1707, Lucy Larcom born in 1824, James Buchanan becoming Secretary of State in 1845, Jefferson Davis appointed Secretary of War in 1853, Frank Morris born in 1870, the capture of Neu-Chwang by Japan in 1895, a proposed US UK arbitration treaty in 1896, and peace overtures by Kruger and Steyn in 1900.
Classified notice titled Money Makers lists a single line offer showing 83 dollars amount. No further readable context available.
Today marks the 150th anniversary of the Boston Massacre and the centenary of Alvah Hovey’s birth. Manitoba and North Dakota students debate compulsory arbitration of industrial disputes, while the fourth Intercollegiate Conference on Vocations for Women opens at Cornell under the Intercollegiate Vocational Guidance Association.
Today marks the anniversaries of Sir Hugh Clifford the Nigerian governor born in London 54 years ago. Louis Taschereau the Quebec attorney general born 53 years ago. Albert Johnson US congressman born in Springfield NL 51 years ago. George F Slosson a veteran billiard pro born in De Kalb NY 66 years ago. Freddie Welsh light weight boxing champion born in Hales 34 years ago.
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