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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1915
Page
6
The Laredo Times reports on Mexican civil conflict with references to Obregon Carranza and Villa forces, noting foreign concerns and embargoes. It discusses currency, troop moves, and potential violence in Mexico City, Monterey, and Progreso amid broader constitutional rivalries.
A disrupted urban wide event in Kyomchon and surrounding areas highlights efforts by the Hvitish Society to promote Christin knowledge. Debates and performances drew crowds, with references to local leaders, organizations, and a federal response amid public curiosity about religious outreach.
Frederick Huidekuper, a leading American military scholar with access to key archives in Petrogroad and Paris, turns four. He founded several U S military societies and has advised on European power dynamics and wars past and present.
The text discusses how New York and Fallingwater differ in street use and entertainment, noting games like gig, croquet, baseball, and marbles. It references London’s youth sports, attire, and mentions figures such as Jolson amid a jumble of names and fragmented phrases.
Readable lines reference a sports meet in New York with players named Miaidut and Boy, a wrestling event, and dates in April. Mentions of Hopkins and Welsh suggest team or location context. Overall, the text is garbled but hints at athletic events and results to be reported.
The local union of bricklayers announces a contract rule effective May first requiring eight-hour workdays for bricklayer projects. All existing contracts will be honored at present rates, with ten-hour days used briefly for projects begun before the deadline.
Strand Theatre falls into a crowded evening as a six reel feature The $5,000,000, Conventverting That with WW Ey Burbs leads the cast. A detective tale unfolds with Walton and Helen in a dramatic screen portrayal, drawing crowds to the police plot and romantic angles.
A garbled notice warns readers about telephone numbers and calling expectations. It mentions a busy line and asks callers to retry later, with unclear references to center services and timing.
Dr Beil's Pine Tardonay is promoted as a remedy for whooping cough. The advertisement claims it loosens phlegm and soothes throat and lung irritation, easing coughing fits. It urges families with children to keep the product handy and consult their druggist.
A Southern congressman introduces a report on conditions in the Colorado strike district. He cautions federal no intervention with postal facilities, immigration law enforcement, or any agreements contrary to federal law.
The Laredo High School basketball team and boosters traveled by four cars to Cotulla on Saturday and returned with a 24 to 19 win. Laredo led 8 to 5 at halftime and 15 to 2 in the final half, running their season total to 9 straight victories and 2455 points for against 114 for opponents. Players listed include Couitteham Haynes Neety Peelers Trout Couilla Girwek Wormser Birden Burney with guards and forwards.
Reports from Monterey say no Carrancistas are near the city and general Angeles maintains peace. Telegraphic links were cut by Villistas, not Carrancistas, while Pancho Villa prepares for an assault on Tampico, signaling activity elsewhere but calm in Monterey where business is brisk.
The family thanks those who assisted during the funeral of their daughter Angelina and the many floral tributes. Mr and Mrs George R Alexander express appreciation for the kindness shown.
Charles C Gallagher 42 native of Lave Oak county died this morning at his sister Mia A Reeder’s home 2217 Davis Avenue After years of work he had lived in Laredo for five years He is survived by sisters Mrs Reeder Affe Kare Ussery Mrs Dave Oden of Linton and Mrs Sheeran of Shaeler The remains will be taken to Mikaska HUH county for interment tomorrow amid Texas Mexican railroad mourning services.
Webb County rancher LR Ortia reports cattle thefts last year with over sixty head missing since January 7. Several animals later recovered with marks and skull remains found, while thieves remain at large and lawmen vow penalties for those involved.
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