The German Attitude Toward Allied Reparations
Friday's Daily argues Germans increasingly accept submitting to reparations rather than endure consequences. It asserts German leaders misrepresented public will, claims only a class opposed to Versailles, and says creditors may enforce payment. It contends Germany seeks to erase debt through destruction and misleads about responsibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruhr
Germany
Paris
Allied Supreme Council
France
Belgium
Petre
Idkraaiien
Corpus Christi Port Plan Elevates Regional Trade
The article argues for Corpus Christi as the logical regional port, tying Gulf coast traffic to Mexican lines and inland markets. It stresses rail connections, lower freight costs via water, and Corpus Christi as gateway to Mexico and a future commercial center with potential rail double tracking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portant
Gulf States
Laredo
Galveston
Corpus Christi
San Antonio
Mexico
Europe
Rio Grande
Morning shower sparks garden boost in town
A brief morning shower moistened ground and helped urban home gardens. Though not a heavy rain, the short downpour refreshed the area after several weeks without rain. Weather observers note a real, old fashioned rain would benefit crops and yards widely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Bound Over To Grand Jury In Embezzlement Case
Manuel Gutierrez salesman and collector for Roy Campbell Co is jailed after a yesterday arrest on embezzling 900 dollars. At a morning examining trial before Justice S A Atlee he was bound over to the grand jury in 500 dollars and remanded to the county jail without bail until the panel convenes next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manuel Gutierrez
Roy Campbell Co
Gutierrez
Justice of the Peace
S. A. Atlee
Laredos Port and Corpus Christi as a Gulf Hub
The piece argues for government aid to develop Corpus Christi as a major Gulf port serving 42 regions including northeastern Mexico. It recalls the port's historical role before Galveston rose in prominence and notes the inefficiencies of overland transport by oxcart and paddle-wheel steamers unable to sail tides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Corpus
Corpus Christi
Mexico
Galveston
Gulf
Star of Tamaulipas
Nuevo Leon
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Ad Promises Cure
An old advertisement offers a 100 dollar reward for incurable catarrh and touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as the trusted remedy for thirty five years. It claims blood purification, mucous surface healing, and general health improvement after short use, urging immediate purchase and sending for a free testimonial. The note is signed CHENEY & CO of Toledo Ohio and notes distribution by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
Asbestos Production Hinted in North China After Prizes
It is estimated that an annual production of 2,500 tons of asbestos can be obtained in North China after production is stimulated by fair prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
China
Fort McIntosh Notes Parade and Team Roles
This afternoon at six o' clock there will be the weekly regimental parade with growing public attendance. The Howitzer Company presented Lieut Norman McNiel with a silver loving cup as he heads to Hawaii. Saturday field inspection will be conducted by officers from another organization. Officers in Interior Guard Duty will be examined under Captain Frank E B Linnell. Postball elects new team leaders with Meyers coaching and Rapp field captain Generaux as outfield captain Slater captain of the team. The Laredo league excitement grows as the team trains toward a second win against the American Legion on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howitzer Company
Norman McNiel
Lieut
McNiel
Hawaii
Meyers
Rapp
Generaux
Sgt. Slater
Guy Shirey
American Legion
Laredo
Notice in Probate Webb County guardianship hearing
Estate of Refugio V de Benavides declared of unsound mind. Servande Benavides applies for letters of guardianship to be heard at Webb County Court in Laredo on March 21, 1921. Interested parties may appear and contest. Dated March 4, 1921.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Texas
Refugio
de Benavides
Servande Benavides
Webb County
Laredo
A. D
J. A. Rodriguez
Your Troubles May Be a Warning of a Nervous Breakdown
Nine failures out of ten stem from personal physical conditions. Early signs include brain fatigue weakened memory insomnia nervous indigestion and irritability. If not addressed the nerves become unstrung and a full nervous breakdown may follow.
Seven Story Hamilton Hotel site preparation advances
No carload importations of Mexican products were brought over yesterday from the Mexican side though several truckloads of goods crossed the international foot bridge. A trench digging machine continues on Juarez Avenue excavating sewerage laterals and will move to Salinas to lay laterals on that avenue north and south of Matamoros street. Orders for materials for the new seven story Hamilton Hotel adjoining the old structure have been placed and will soon be en route. A Nuevo Laredo report notes some improvement in the railroad strike situation and freight service may resume soon while passenger trains remain belated but operating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juarez Avenue
Juarez
Salinas
Matamoros Street
Hamilton Hotel
Nuevo Laredo
Mexico
Heavy criminal docket promised for next district term
The district court term starting next Monday faces a heavy docket if the grand jury indicts those already arrested or held on bond. Crimes range from murder to aggravated assault, embezzlement, burglary, seduction, liquor-law violations, and other offenses, with the grand jury likely to work for a week or more.
Wireless telephones eyed between Buenos Aires and Paris
Associated Press reports Buenos Aires grants General Wireless Telegraph Company of Paris a 30 year concession to build three radio telegraph and radiotelephone plants on the Argentine coast. The plan aims to link with Paris by 3800 kilowatt continuous wave system, with three years of experiments before possible commercial wireless telephony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buenos Aires
Paris
General Wireless Telegraph Company of
France
Birthday highlights of notable figures across nations
March 11 marks anniversaries for Roland Morris the United States ambassador to Japan born in Olympia Washington 47 years ago. Crown Prince Frederick of Denmark born in Copenhagen 22 years ago. Garon Sidney Sonnino former Italian prime minister born in Pisa 74 years ago. Actress Pretty Gish born in Dayton Ohio 23 years ago. Al Reich heavyweight boxer born in New York City 31 years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roland
Morris
United States
Japan
Olympia
Wash
Crown Prince
Frederick
Copenhagen
Garon Sidney Sonnino
Italy
Pisa
p@rethy Gish
Gish
Dayton
al Reich
New York City
Hidden fortune found in Vienna desk in dramatic reveal
In Vienna a family selling antique possessions uncovered a hidden desk compartment spilling a pile of gold coins. The coins date across Europe and ancient issues, totaling 6,060,000 Austrian crowns in value. The discovery occurred as a daughter and friend moved the desk to a wagon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Vienna
Europe
Benefit bullfight by Nuevo Laredo amateurs
For the benefit of Mexicans detained by immigration authorities and other causes, Nuevo Laredo plans an amateur bullfight Sunday under local elites. Four Bocas bulls from San Luis Potosi will be used with a long list of cuadrilla members and patrons, 4:30 p.m. start, tickets available locally, aiming to raise support for a charitable cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nuevo Laredo
Laredo
Bocas
San Luis Potosi
Juan B. Calderon
Manuel del Zas
Angel Gomez
J. Eduardo Ortega
Heriberto Deandar
el Chato Bernabe
Gustavo Valdez
Santiago Solis
Leonardo Rangel
Reynaldo Sanchez
Ramon Arnavar
J. E. Rodriguez
Raul Benavides
Guillermo Parra
Parrita
Luis Arenas
Arenitas
Crescencio Martinez
Cacaro
Jesus Garza
Martin Leon
Arturo de Saracho
Sra
Aida Fernandez de Saracho
Damian Alarcon
Laredo Hero Returns Missing Left Leg
Jesus Jimenez, a Laredo boy who joined the Milmo Rifles and served in the Texas National Guard abroad, came home minus his left leg. He spent two years at Fort Sheridan after hospital care and will pursue army vocational training at Camp Travis or elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus Jimenez
Laredo
Milmo Rifles
Texas National Guard
Jesus
Fort Sheridan
Ilinois
Refugio Jimenez
Camp Travis
New Meat Market Opens at 1702 Santa Maria Avenue
The People's Meat Market opens at 1702 Santa Maria Avenue by E. T. Lesterjette offering fresh meats in a sanitary, clean shop. Visit to see quality and selection described as best.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People's
Santa Maria Avenue
E. T. Lesterjette
Clean Up Week Urged by Rotary in Laredo
The Governor proclaims March 13 to 18 as general clean up week in Texas and Rotary Club directors urge Rotarians to improve business premises and home surroundings in Laredo. A midweek report is expected at Wednesday lunch as citizens are asked to join the movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Rotary Club
Laredo
Boy Scouts Plan Overnight Hike Near Woodward Farm
All seven Laredo Boy Scout troops depart this afternoon for an overnight hike and camp on the Chacon behind the Woodward farm. Parents and friends may visit the camp tomorrow. Return hike set for 4 PM Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Boy Scouts
Chacon
Woodward Farm
Strand Theater Manager Returns From San Antonio
William Eppstein, manager of the Strand Theater, has returned to Laredo after several weeks in San Antonio for treatment. His friends report he is much improved in health and plans to stay a few days before returning to San Antonio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Eppstein
Strand Theater
San Antonio
Laredo
Eppstein
Card of Thanks for Fire Dept Help in Laredo
Eliseo E. Ochoa and family express sincere thanks to the Laredo Fire Department friends and the public for kind assistance in saving their home from fire and convey gratitude and appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Big Double Header Sunday Promises Close Contests
The Laredo base ball league schedules a Sunday double header at Caliche Park with a 2 p.m. first game between the Laredos and Aviators, followed by American Legion versus Fort McIntosh. Last Sunday the military teams beat the civilians, drawing a large crowd for the season opener. locals are urged to attend and cheer for even results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caliche Park
Laredos
Aviators
American Legion
Fort McIntosh
Laredo
Paris Spring Fashion Signals Return to Conservatism
Paris reports a move toward conservative woman’s dress for Spring and Summer with longer skirts and simpler, versatile outfits. American buyers, though cautious amid a US mood, favor adaptable, elegant gowns with costly crafts, dyes, and trim. Feathers, beads, fruit motifs, and strengthened shoulder straps define the season while corsets waver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Paris
Paria
United States
America
Paris Fressmakers
Rialto Presents The Tavern Knight At Laredo
Rialto Theater manager Daniels offers The Tavern Knight by Rafael Sabatini as today’s feature, a Cromwellian drama famed for war and turmoil while a comedy Hot Dogs provides comic relief to lift moods in this grim world.
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Tavern Knight
Rialto
Daniels
Rialto Theater
Rafael Sabatini
Douglas Fairbanks at Strand in The Americano
Douglas Fairbanks headlines the Strand as The Americano. The star delivers nonstop cheer and thrills, keeping audiences in good humor from start to finish with his signature playful energy and entertaining antics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas Fairbanks
Strand
Douglas’ Fairbanks
Fairbanks
Big Building Boom Expected in Laredo in 1921
Laredo anticipates a major construction surge in spring and summer 1921 with the Hamilton Hotel seven stories, the Joseph block two stories, plus other business blocks in the core business district. Projects include the international footbridge, sewerage upgrades, and numerous rental residences and cottages within sixty days, all to be sewerage connected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Joseph
Reading Railroad President Earned Record Salary
A historical note states that as of fifty years ago the highest salary for a railroad official in the United States was 30000 dollars, the pay awarded to the president of the Reading railroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Reading Road
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Grand Jury
Laredo’s Port
Frank EB. Linnell
State OF Texas
Webb
City Drug Co
Fellows
Eliseo E. Ochoa
Shirey
Laredo “Movies
Torquato Tasso
Sorrento
Rome
Htna
Joseph Trumbull
Continental Army
Lebanon
Conn
James Saumerez
Napoleon
Guernsey
Hannah Cowley
Sandusky, Mansfield and Newark
King Koffee
Queen Victoria
Windsor
Czar
Russia
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