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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1923
Page
1
A detective agency aims to hire African American strikebreakers to work in the Ruhr but fails to recruit. The piece critiques profit motives amid German occupation, notes possible profits from loans to Germany, and envisions Mexican dairy industry growth with cheese and cattle exports to the United States.
The article notes a revival of dairy cattle farming in Mexico after years of disaster. It cites government emphasis on dairy development, import of cheese specialists from Denmark, and a favorable climate as factors. Strong cattle industry links to Texas and historical cross-border exchange are mentioned.
Miranda City resident Mrs W W Sterling submits Laredo Lube as a proposed car name in response to a Laredo Times advertisement. She also includes a poem promoting home industry and fabricating automobiles with a favorable Pennsylvania base, urging use of Laredo Lube for a pep in the motor and to favor home industry.
The Austin Statesman publishes a 92 page Industrial and Trade Expansion edition stressing Austin’s need for industrial growth. The paper highlights cotton mills and other industries, touting the Statesman stable as key in promoting Austin and its trade region for prosperity.
In the Southern District of Texas Laredo No 52 in Bankruptcy A Andira bankrupt adjudicated on March 7 1923 first creditors meeting scheduled for March 24 1923 at 4 pm in the U S District Court room Laredo Texas creditors may attend prove claims examine the bankrupt and conduct related business issued March 7 1923
The Mercedes No. 2 well in Survey No.4 of the Miranda City Shore Field, recently brought in as a producer, surged to 400 500 barrels per day after a deeper drill and stronger showing. Other Schott Field wells are being cleared for full production and pipeline hookup soon. The Carolina Texas No. 6 in Webb county tests deeper depths toward 3 000 feet with potential for a new major Laredo district oil field if oil sands are found. geologists and Burton anticipate large production in the Carolina Texas field, potentially opening expansion toward the Miranda City and Schott fields.
Notice states the machine is now at 12 Beauty Shop in charge of Mrs. Stewart for the coming season. Thanks are given to customers and a wish for continued patronage is expressed. Dated March 9, 1902.
Enthusiastic gathering at Mrs. Tal Brennan's home reports 16 members enrolled as the application for the charter is sent to Austin. Officers will be chosen after charter receipt as the group urges continued support for soldiers and veterans.
Glenn Hunter stars in Second Fiddle at the Rialto Theatre. The popular Argentine Tango scene provides a delightful and entertaining exhibit as Hunter attempts to master the dance on screen. His efforts to imitate his brother Herbert and Polly Crawford stand out as a right spot in the picture.
Railroad timetable for International and Great Northern and Rio Grande and Eagle Pass routes. Train No 1 to Corpus Christi at 9:00 a.m. Train No 2 from Corpus Christi at 3:36 p.m. Through fast to St Louis departs 12:01 p.m. arrives 5:16 p.m. Night Train departs 10:00 p.m. arrives 9:86 a.m. Laredo daily except Sunday 360 a.m. Minors connection 4:40 p.m. Minor to Laredo schedule shows variances and notes omit uncertain times.
Alonzo No. 3 on Survey 605 in the Mid-Ojuelas field produced about 125 barrels per day at 1678 feet and is expected to reach 150 bpd when pumped. Guillermo Alonzo Jr leads plans to drill ten wells, with Rodrigo Loyo Sr as field superintendent. South Plains No. 1 in Miranda City field plugged at 1610 feet due to water. South Plains No. 2 to spud soon. Robert Henderson returned from Denver with reports of favorable local oil interest and expected Colorado investments.
The Laredo Health Society offers illness and accident benefits for one dollar initial fee and monthly dues one dollar. After 1000 members, hospital services and board are provided without extra cost. Members may choose among three doctors. care may be at the doctors office or members' homes. Temporary office listed with manager J W Lavelle. Fees increase to three dollars after milestone.
Casing removed from the Cole No 2 well one mile north of Bruni Webb county delays setting casing. Drilling progress shows eighteen inches of sand at drill stop with strong oil indications. Cole and Tyng of Cole Petroleum Co expect to extract the drill stem within days and proceed with 65% tubc casing and further drilling.
Notice to market patrons states the city market will stay open each evening until 7 30 oclock beginning immediately, with closing times unchanged on Sundays.
A city council adjourned meeting will discuss an ordinance on sweeping sidewalks along streets. Various local notices mention plumbing services at Lincoln Street and turkey and chicken trades, with contact numbers. The text also notes forecasted rain patterns and fashion tips, plus minor craft and stitching ads.
Pablo B Juarez buys a building site in Montrose Laredo and plans a modern home. Local businesses listed include G A Stowers Furniture Co and Green Florist with contact numbers. Webb County oil fields show activity with derricks rising and a drilling campaign. Laredo Shoe Hospital advertises half sale shoes and delivery. Marriage license issued to Policarpo Mireles and Tomasa Vela. Notary W W Gregg public official listed.
The piece lists numerous drilling and prospecting activities in Webb County regions including Schott-Miranda City Field Aviator and Mid-Ojuelos Fields. It notes counts of producing wells and gas wells across fields such as Schott-Miranda City, Aviators, Carolina-Texas, and Miranda Valley with detailed survey numbers and company names.
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