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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1920

Page

6

Laredo Tit Penn Publishing Co Notice of Subscriptions

The Laredo Tit lists subscription rates for daily and weekly editions published by Penn Publishing Co. in Laredo Texas. Rates include monthly, quarterly and annual terms for U S Canada and Mexico, with mail and carrier delivery options. Subscriptions are due in advance and communications addressed to Penn Publishing Co Telephone 43 Laredo Texas.

United States Mexico Canada Laredo New Laredo Penn Publishing CO Telephone Texas

Associated Press copyright notice and local news disclaimer

A boilerplate statement credited to The Associated Press asserts exclusive rights to use and republication of dispatches and local news published in the paper, ensuring proper attribution and protection of AP content. The notice is a standard legal disclaimer appearing in many editions.

Associated Press

Texas Democrats Unite After Dallas Conference

A Dallas meeting shows strong Texas Democratic loyalty to the party and the national administration. Delegates including women will back the national agenda in the upcoming campaign, while insurgent voices are urged to leave or join the national stance.

Dallas Texas Democratic Party Tom Ball Houston San Francisco Plains Sen William Jennings Bryan Joseph W. Bailey National Party

A Matter of Taste and Rising Living Costs

An opinion piece argues high living costs arise from personal tastes and wage-driven spending. It cites flour price hikes after a wheat crop scare, fashion demands by workers and clerks, and debt-driven purchases, predicting relief when wages normalize and costs stabilize.

Today in History March 8 highlights notable events

On March 8 historical notes include Russia's 1807 war declaration against England after Copenhagen attack, violinist Jean Delphin Alard born 1816, Ferdinand VII oath to Cortes in 1820, Pelatiah Peru death in 1864, Salvation Army first u.S. landing in 1881, John Ericsson death 1889, Harry Hayward murder conviction 1885, and the U.S. Senate ending unlimited debate rule in 1917.

Russia England Copenhagen Issi Salvation Army Philadelphia Atlantic John Ericson New York City Sweden Harry Hayward Minneapolis Catherine Ging United States Senate

Majority Aid and Caution in Democratic Decisions

A historical note argues that while the majority can err, it remains a safer guide than the minority faction. It stresses the value of broad consensus for stable governance and prudent policy, warning against minority capture of power.

Bramwell Booth Sees Sixty Fifth Birthday as Salvation Army Head

General Bramwell Booth, born in Halifax and son of founder William Booth, marks his sixty fifth year as world head of the Salvation Army after succeeding his father in 1912. Married to Mise Soper of Plymouth, he delegates management but emphasizes heart work and simplicity in leading the organisation. He treats peers with the same kindness as followers.

Ee Bee Bramwell Booth Salvation Army William Booth Halifax England Mise Soper Soper Plymouth Sheas

March Freezing Month Impacts Weather and Crops

The article notes a wintry March with ice forming as temperatures dropped to 30 degrees. It reports scarce crop damage beyond nipped outer cabbage leaves, onion crops largely spared, though harvests may shift to mid April due to delays caused by the freezes.

Pasture Lease Wanted for Two Thousand Cattle

J H Burgess of Sheridan Wyoming seeks pasture lease for term of years to host about two thousand cattle. Request in writing with full particulars on price location acreage and other details from February 21 181.

Buck to take leave of absence from Laredo District

Colonel Beaumont B Buck commander of the Laredo District will take a one month leave starting March 10. He will spend the time in Laredo with Mrs Buck and the children. If a successor has not arrived, Colonel Frank L Winn of the Thirty seventh Infantry at Fort McIntosh will assume command temporarily.

Beaumont B. Buck Laredo Fort Crook Nebraska Frank L. Winn Fort McIntosh

The Professional Man's Income in 1919 Tax Returns

Guidance for doctors dentists architects actors and authors on filing 1919 income tax returns. Explains deductions cash vs accrual methods and when to file by March 15 1920. Includes thresholds for single married and dependent incomes and notes including outside income.

Timely Suggestion for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy

A brief notice recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for colds and coughs. It describes the medicine as pleasant to take and widely reputed for relief and cures. The item reads like a consumer advisory or promotional snippet from a period newspaper.

Katherine MacDonald Stars In The Beauty Market At Royal Theatre

Katherine MacDonald, hailed as the world’s most beautiful woman, appears in her second First National Exhibitors' Circuit film The Beauty Market at the Royal Theatre. Amelie Thorndike plays a society woman who pawns gifts to pay debts. A society scandal reporter pursues a wealthy fiancé, breaking the engagement and pairing Amelie with Captain Kenneth Laird of the US Marines.

Katherine MacDonald First National Royal Theatre Amelie Thorndike Amelie Kenneth Laird United States Marines

Spring Purifying Tea Promises Family Health

A 19th century health ad urges mothers to give the family multiple doses of a cleansing remedy this spring. It promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a top spring medicine to purify the blood, cleanse the stomach and bowels, and drive away winter germs, claiming improved color and happiness for all, through Herrera's Pharmacy.

Hollister Herrera’s Pharmacy

Informal Dedication of Nuevo Laredo Clubhouse

The Centro Social Fronteriza in Nuevo Laredo informal dedication yesterday featured music billiards and a grand barbecued spread. Lent delays formal opening until after Easter with a planned reception and ball. Officers include Dario B Serna president Donaciano Echavarria vice president and F Gonzales Barredo secretary treasurer.

Centro Social Laredos Dario B. Serna Donaciano Echavarria F. Gonzales Barredo

Local News Briefs and Advertisements 2 14 48

Weather predicts warmer conditions tomorrow with a slight chance of rain tonight. Local ads include shoe repair at 1107 Lincoln, J. L. Fierros buyer at 302 Farragut, Dr. F R Canseco resumes practice, Kennedy's delicatessen at Sanitary Grocery, and importations from Mexico through Laredo. Plumbing, gas fitting, and fire department response to a chimney fire are noted. District court sessions and notable delays due to weather are mentioned.

J. L. Fierros Farragut Street F. R. Canseco Monterey Lincoln Street Kennedy Sanitary Mexico Laredo Lincoln

District Court Opens Regular Session in Webb County

The Forty-ninth Judicial District met in Webb County with Judge J F Mullally presiding. The grand jury was sworn, with J R Moore as foreman and eleven others named. Afternoon proceedings set civil case calls for 2 pm as the jury plans its first report tomorrow morning.

Forty-ninth Judicial District Webb County J. F. Mullally John A. Walls C. M. de la Garza Antonio Salinas Seth S. Wilcox J. R. Moore Foreman L. A. Morrow Joe Barberio G. P. Farias Antonio Valls B. M. Alexander Charles E. Richter B. G. Salinas P. P. Leyendecker H. H. Jefferies R. W. Davis G. W. Derby

Card of Thanks for Kind Help After Death of Husband

Mrs. Raymond A. Corcoran expresses heartfelt thanks to friends who aided after her husband’s death, sent floral tributes, and helped at the funeral.

Raymond A. Corcoran

Income Tax Advice Warns No One Is Exempt In 1919

The article emphasizes that nobody is exempt from income tax and that every citizen or resident must file if due. It outlines using Form 1040A, payment requirements, filing deadlines, and penalties for late or false returns, plus specifies various income sources and deductions to consider.

Income tax due by March fifteenth 1919

All income tax returns for 1919 must be filed by Monday March 15. Each return requires payment by check or money order for the full or at least a quarter. Cash payments are accepted only at the collector's main office. mailing is at the sender's risk. Residents of Texas should file with Alexander Walker, Collector, Austin, Texas. Penalties apply for late returns or late payments. Early filing and payments are urged to ease final day overload.

Collector of Internal Revenue Texas Alexander Walker Internal Revenue Austin Tex

Big Seizure of Smuggled Liquor At Rio Grande Foot

A large seizure of assorted smuggled liquors occurred Saturday night at about 8:30 near San Dario Avenue on the Rio Grande. Mounted Customs Inspectors Rumsey and Chamberlain and Policemen Lalo Villareal and Delores Herrera confiscated 57 bottles of aguardiente tequila whiskey and vino negal after smugglers passed the river into the American bank. Four men captured with the goods were jailed and later examined, bound over to the grand jury convened this week.

San Dario Avenue Rio Grande Rumsey and Chamberlain Lalo Villareal Delores Herrera

John A Pope Endorsed for City Attorney by Independent Club

At a county courthouse meeting the Independent Club endorsed John A Pope, a prominent local lawyer, as their candidate for city attorney to succeed Judge A Winslow who resigned to become county judge. His name will appear on the municipal ticket in next month’s election.

Independent Club A. Winslow George R. Page John A. Pope

Zemo promises clear skin with antiseptic solution

Ad claims Zemo clears pimples blackheads blotches eczema and ringworm. Sold at drug stores for 35 cents or a dollar for extra large bottles. Describes Zemo as a clean penetrating antiseptic liquid that is non greasy and stain free. Endorsed by E. W. Rose Co. Cleveland Ohio.

E. W. Rose Co Cleveland

Former Chief Surgeon of Mexican Railways Dies

Dr. R H L Bibb former chief surgeon of the Mexican National Railway Co and the National Lines of Mexico with headquarters at Saltillo died at his Saltillo home several days ago Advices say he left railway service years ago and frequently visited Laredo with Mrs Bibb making many friends in the border city and Corpus Christi News of his death is received with regret by those who knew him locally

R. HW. L. Bibb Mexican National Railway Co National Lines of Mexico Saltillo Laredo Corpus Christi Bibb Mexican Railways

Economy Salvage House Military Gear Sale at Hidalgo St

1701 Hidalgo Street advertises Army gear and clothing at below manufacturing costs including 20000 pairs Army shoes 1000 Army wool shirts 300 Army cotton mattresses 20000 Army leggings and 1000 pairs ladies shoes new with many other articles offered at bargain prices at the Hidalgo Street location in a clear sale notice.

Hidalgo St

Notice of Probate Settlement for George R. Page Estate

The executor A M Bruni announces to all indebted and creditors of the George R. Page estate in Webb County Texas to present claims or make settlements. Appointed February 24 1920 the executor requests contact at his Laredo office with mail. Witness dated March 8 192.

State OF Texas Webb George R. Page Webb County Laredo

Regular meeting of Laredo Lodge No 1018 B P O B

Tomorrow evening March 9 at 8 oclock election of officers for ensuing year initiation and smoker A B Muller secretary

Ellis Laredo Lodge No. 1018 A. B. Muller

Also Mentioned on This Page

THE Julius Barnes Federal Grain Corporation Jean Delphin Alard Arts Ferdinand Viil Spain Cortes Pelatiah Peru New York Chamber of Commerce New Haven, Conn Norwich, Conn Liniment BLISS Fom J. H. Burgess Sheridan, Wyoming Beaumont Buck Shams Nuevo Laredo Centro Social Fronteriza Lincolna Street Rytes Juarez Bellmont Main Ave Fidel Cantu Will W. Gregg Times First Ward Rosario St Grand Jury BELL Bellans U.S Law Internal Revenue Office Zemo R. H. L. Bibb A. M. Bruni
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