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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1923
Page
5
A contentious letter from Franklinton condemns moonshiners who killed two deputy sheriffs and hid their bodies. It argues for firm punishment, criticizes leniency, and urges courts to fulfill duties while acknowledging officers’ sacrifices amid nationwide liquor crackdowns.
The article outlines Governor Neff urging the newly named railroad commissioners to vow not to seek other political offices during their term. It notes charges in a campaign against Earl B. Mayfield, raised by George Peddy, about using office power for support. It discusses pressure potential by commissioners on railroads and shippers and the broader pattern of politicians using office as a stepping stone.
The text argues that holders should not seek further offices during incumbency and that powerful interests may buy influence. It criticizes practices of delaying candidacy, coercing support, and using political power as a weapon. It suggests legal limits to prevent such maneuvers and calls for gubernatorial consideration of reform.
Antonio G. Mie Dina Montistio Bustamanci of Ocuverla RL asserts data errors in Mr. Gonzalez account on cotton production in Zapata and Laredo area. He states verified figures show large cotton shipments to Laredo and Hebbronville plus Lag Cotuntas, predicting crop yields will exceed Gonzalez estimates.
U S Stores co offers Army Munson shoes at 2.75 with 10 percent leather and heavy soles. Shoes claimed to be dustproof and fast wearing, available in all widths up to 17, with pay on receipt or money order. Money back if unsatisfactory.
The Bermuda onion crop suffered heavy damage from February freezes and heavy rains, with 40 to 50 percent losses delaying shipments and reducing expected returns. In contrast, oil fields around Laredo show rising activity as derricks rise in several ranch areas and new leases begin drilling. C. Lowax, state auditor, arrived in Laredo to oversee fields and assess impacts.
The Webb County Chapter monthly Red Cross report notes Miss Dunham visited 1 time and inspected 47 students in schools with many defects corrected. At the March 7 meeting, the board commended Public Health Nurse efforts and promoted Red Cross activities.
Miss Yelenka Adamowska of Boston, a society debutante, leaves her social circle for cinema. She is chosen for a demanding role in the film Second Widdle, playing the daughter of a brutal drunken father whose mind is warped by drink, to be shown at Rialta Theatre tonight.
A telegram from Mrs Norman Pakinberg states Ada R Summers died yesterday in Calexico California. She was well known in Laredo where many friends mourn her passing.
A reader states they offered help to the Laredo Health Society by providing free otolaryngology consultations or examinations for applicants, contingent on cooperation from other doctors, and clarifies their role in supporting a good cause.
Wanted reliable man as dealer or exclusive agent. We manufacture tuner cubes guaranteed against punctures and blowouts. Call 618 before noon. J. Carpenter, Mac-tory Representative, 1320 Juavay Avenue, Laredo, Texas.
Ney Brewer, long associated with L. Baiches as an optician, departed Laredo for Beaumont where he forms a partnership with his brother in the Pray Brewer Optical Co. His Rotary Club ties and reputation in Laredo mark him as a progressive business figure with a bright future.
Onion growers should attend the conference with the Deputy Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor at the Chamber of Commerce, 709 fontehe, to discuss harvesting season employment problems. The meeting is at 7:30 PM with arrangements and decisions to be made.
A humorous Laredo column dated March 8 1923 presents Dr J T Ward arguing for the Texas Mexican Oil and Refining Co products. He extols a homegrown, locally produced lubricant oil and its benefits for car owners and the community keeping jobs and money in Laredo.
Mary Sophie Weidenmacher Wilson petitions for letters of administration in Webb County Texas with will of C H Weidenmueller. Notice to heirs and all interested parties. citation to contest by the 3rd Monday in March 1923. Court Clerk J A Rodriguez issues order in Laredo Texas.
Construction on a modern highway from Laredo to Mirando City and Oilton advances rapidly. About seven miles are laid out with four miles between Dilton and Mirando City gravelle, while three miles toward Laredo have been prepared. Finishing touches and a bridge remain to complete the link. The improved road will ease travel for Webb County residents and businesses between Laredo Mirando City and Gilton.
Gen Bramwell Booth world head of the Salvation Army born in Halifax England 67 years ago. Oliver Wendell Holmes oldest Supreme Court justice born in Boston 82 years ago. Tra Nelson Morris late U S minister to Sweden born in Chicago 48 years ago. Dr Willam HL Boyd president of the Western College for Women born in Allegheny Pa 61 years ago. Jd Hampton Moora mayor of Philadelphia born in Woodbury NJ 59 years ago.
An advertisement for THE TIMES offers daily access with a monthly price of 000. per month, unclear terms.
Those in a run down condition notice catarrh worsens when health is poor. Hall's Catarrh Medicine combines a local ointment for quick relief with an internal tonic to improve general health, sold by druggists for over fifty years by J Chensey & Co Toledo Ohio.
In a humorous exchange Maud frets over Charles’s feelings. Her brother quips about a box of cigarettes given for his birthday, noting he smoked them. The banter suggests affection through gift and smoking habits.
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