Spanish style homes shaped by Moorish heritage in Texas
The article traces Moorish and Spanish house origins from North Africa to Mexico and Texas, comparing old stone and stucco homes with modern replicas. It notes thick walls, shaded courtyards, fountains, tiled roofs, and the regional climate influence, urging preservation and expansion of a Texas natural history museum fueled by private beneficence.
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North Africa
Straits
Spain
Africa
Mexico
Texas
Arizona
Ike
Laredo
Philanthropist urged to fund Texas University museum
President Splawn calls for a million-dollar natural history museum at Texas University to study regional fauna and flora. He notes the university, rich yet charter-restricted, could benefit from private philanthropy, citing a recent 1.5 million dollar McDonald estate gift intended for astronomy.
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Southwest
Smithsonian
Asia
Mexico
Texas
Natural History Museum
Texas University
Ube
Splawn
The
W. J. McDonald
Not Up to Physical Standard Says UC Expert
Berkeley analyst FL Sleeberger chairman of UC physical education warns that American men show poor preparedness for common emergencies and demands of life. He notes many lack usable arm and shoulder strength and body control, warning of broader risk to the race and urging development for quick, accurate action in crises.
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Berkeley
Cal
Mar
FL. Sleeberger
Department of Physical Education
University of California
Kleeberger
Beleves
Oman
Transplanted South Seas at Shamrock Winter Garden Buffet
The Shamrock Cafe in Nuevo Laredo invites visitors to its Winter Garden Buffet and Moorish decor as photographer’s paradise and dance stage, promising a romantic, artistic atmosphere. Johnnie Williamson extends a welcome to patrons exploring the Shamrock Winter Garden.
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South Seas
South Sea Islands
Nuevo Laredo
Winter Garden
Shamrock Cafe
Johnnie Williamson
Shamrock Winter Garden
Laredo Scouts Rely on Volunteer Leaders and Executives
Webb County Council highlights the essential role of scout executives and volunteer leaders in guiding local scouting. The past year saw 210 boys advance through ranks with 16 named leaders dedicating time. community financial support is urged to sustain the scouting program.
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Bouse
Man Energy Rathe
Boy Energy
T’ Scout
National Educational Committee
Webb County Council
M. M. Pharr
Ed. Bolman
W. C. Ryan, Jr
Wm. J. Jaitz
W. A. Rives
Clyde Brennan
Norburn — Burr
Arnulfo Zamora
James Richter
Jerome G'Sel
John Herrera
Teribio Saucedo
D. PF. Allen, Jr
Ed. Wright
Horace Hall
Carlos Richter
Scout Council
Webb County
Laredo
Parry Sinclair Denies Retirement Amid Oil Fight
Parry F. Sinclair head of Sinclair Consolidated Oil rejects retirement rumors. He says he will continue to devote his efforts to the company and its affairs and believes in the future of the organization. He dismisses whispering campaigns as unfounded.
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Parry FF
Sinclair
Sinclair Oil
Wall Street
Sinclair Consolidated Oil Corporation
Coolidge Rules Tacna Arica Dispute Between Chill and Pera
President Coolidge issued an arbitrator decision on March 9 resolving the Tacna Arica dispute involving Chill and Pera. The ruling settles a contentious territorial disagreement and defines the parties' rights and boundaries as of the date.
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Coolidge
Chill
Pera
Vegetable shipments slow as prices drop in Laredo district
The Laredo district reports heavy vegetable movement for weeks but recent price declines have reduced shipments to light levels. Onion shipments are expected to begin late in the month with Bermude onions likely to roll out on special trains each night. The question remains who will market the first onions of the 1920 season.
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Laredo
Bermude
Oil Prospectors Take Notice to Close Estate Sale
Oil prospectors are urged to act at once to close an estate sale offering 640 acres in Webb County Texas Survey 38 block. Land is clear with no leases and bids sent to William Worley attorney Lewistown Illinois. Right reserved to reject any or all bids.
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Webb County
Texas
Worley
Lewistown
Linois
Light Rains Boosts Planting Efforts In Laredo Area
Light rains come as a blessing to Laredo region planters. Thousands of citrus trees and various seeds have been planted since March. Orchardists have 100 to 1,000 trees, mainly oranges, tangerines, and grapefruit, planted nearby. Planting paused briefly by rain, will resume to speed completion.
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Laredo
Requiem Mass for Mrs. Maria Myers de Garza
A solemn requiem mass for the repose of Mrs. Maria Myers de Garza will be celebrated at San Agustin church on Wednesday morning March 10, 1926 at 8 o clock. All friends of the family are invited to attend.
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Maria Myers de Garza
San Agustin Church
School Superintendent Christen Improving
Friends of L. J. Christen city superintendent of the Laredo Independent School District learn his condition has improved after a period of serious illness at his home and he is expected to be on the road to full recovery soon.
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Christen
L. J. Christen
Laredo Independent School District
District Court Opens Webb County Term Next Monday
District Judge J J Mullally will convene the March term of the Forty ninth Judicial District in Webb County. The eight week term will be followed by another eight weeks for a total of sixteen weeks. The grand jury will be empanelled with jurors including Joe Moser and J R Moore Jr among others to hear significant matters from the county.
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J. J. Mullally
Fortyninth Judicial District
Webb County
Joe Moser
J. R. Moore, Jr
Albert Martin
Herman R. Borchers
Harry J. Sames
John T. Murphy
M. W. Brennan
B. A. Puig
W. S. Cantrell
Sol Rubinstein
M. Franklin
Paul C. Sulak
C. L. Melton
Charles Ef. Richter
Jesus Salinas
Eugene Christen
District Court
Concert at Fort Macintosh by Marta Marcelli and company
The Belgian singer Mlle Marta Marcelli will perform at Fort Macintosh gymnasium on Friday evening with sister Miss Clema Marcelli and local talent. A splendid program promises a delightful musical evening. Admission is 1.00.
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Mlle
Marta Marcelli
Clema Marcelli
Fort Macintosh Gymnasium
Notice of nonliability for road work in Webb County
Notice states I will not be liable for debts contracted by any person, firm or corporation performing any labor on road 12 A in Webb County Texas, except upon a written order signed by Moe H B Zachary.
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Webb County
Texas
Moe H. B. Zachary
Hall's Catarrhe Medicine Promises Quick Relief
An advertisement claims Hall's Catarrhe Medicine relieves catarrh related deafness through an ointment and a toning internal medicine. It markets Hall's Camparre Medicine as a blood purifier with long sales history and lists Fr. Cheney & Co. of Toledo, Ohio as sellers.
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HALL
Dean's Pills advertised for kidney relief and vitality
An advertisement claims weak kidneys cause back pain headaches and dizziness. It cites Mrs Idd Sanchez of 705 Rosario St reporting relief after using Dean's Pills, a stimulant diuretic, with mention of 607 and distribution through Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Doun
Foster Milburn Co
Mars
Buffalo, N. Y
Elks Lodge Meeting In Laredo March Ninth
Regular meeting of Laredo Lodge No. 1018 B P O Elks set for Tuesday evening March 9th. Election of officers and initiation on the agenda. All members urged to attend. Randall Nyb secretary. 3-6-31.
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Laredo Lodge No
B. P.O, Elks
Charlie Chaplin stars in The Gold Rush at the Royal Theatre
The Gold Rush is announced as a comedy drama starring Charlie Chaplin. The Alaskan gold rush tale follows a valiant weakling seeking fortune in biting northern blizzards, with Chaplin’s trademark humor and tenderness toward children.
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Charlie Chaplin
Royal Theatre Today
Charlie
Phantom of the Opera at Royal Theatre in Color Screen Special
Lon Chaney stars as The Phantom in a Paris opera tale filmed in the largest replica of the Paris Opera House. Mary Philbin is the kidnapped singer, Norman Kerry her rescuer, with color photography enhancing kaleidoscopic cellar scenes directed by Stuart Julian.
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Lon Chaney
Notre Dame
Royal Theatre
Paris
Paris Opera House
Mary Philbin
Norman Kerry
Stupert Julian
Virginia Pearson
Gibson Howland
Snitz Edwards
Cesare Gravina
Arthur Edmund Carewe
Alexander Bevani
Anton Vaverka
George B. Williams
Edward Cecil
Grand Ointment Claims Clear Skin Rapidly
An advertisement touts Black and White Ointment and Soap as curing pimples blotches and rashes with quick effects. It credits wide distribution and low prices for high dealer sales and notes the 50c size contains three times as much as the 25c size.
Weather Forecast From The Weather Bureau
The Times via the Chamber of Commerce presents the United States Weather Bureau forecast. Tonight through Wednesday expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with occasional rains. March temperatures around TL degrees, minimum near 55 degrees, winds from the south with general cloud cover.
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the Times
Chamber of Commerce
United States Weather Bureau
Art Mcintosh
Open Road Without Speed Limit in Texas Private Route
The only Texas highway with no speed limit is a private road built by San Antonio sportsmen to Medina Lake. A toll is charged for each car entering and leaving the lake area. The route features novelty signs such as Flivver do your best and Boys, let the girls drive.
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American Red Cross
Grant F. Hartzell
Herbert Young, Jr
Laredo
I-G. N
Hartzell
Mr. Young
Associated Press
San Antonio
Tex
Texas
Medina Lake
Here
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Moser Auto Company
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Strand Theatre
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ED. Gonzalez
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Elks Notice
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W. G. Haggard
National American Medical Association
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Midlats
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