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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1919
Page
10
The speaker urges aid to Germany to crush anarchists and fund restitution, warning against forcing total German destruction. He stresses a practical, humane, and economic case, noting hunger, debt payments, and recovery depend on keeping Germany functioning and paying reparations.
The piece argues border residents fear war with Mexico and would suffer most in conflict. It emphasizes that war would ruin chances for restored friendship and urges a peaceful readjustment of conditions with Mexico granting equal courtesy and fair treatment to Americans in Mexican territory.
A short health note in advertorial style promotes Chamberlain's Tablets for digestive upset. It claims a bad taste signals digestion issues, and the medicine restores balance with gentle bowel movement, calling it one of the best medicines you may become acquainted with.
A call to action in Laredo urges immediate fundraising for a memorial building honoring the 36th Division troops returning from France. The piece condemns procrastination under mafiana influence and warns no memorial if delays continue, urging citizens to subscribe now.
M S Ryan in charge of income tax collections asks those making payments to secure Austin exchange or postal or express order payable to A S Walker Collector Austin Texas for amount. Checks accepted but credit not given until advice of payment received. technicalities may mark report delinquent and penalties may follow.
Whitey Hoppe of the Thirty-seventh Infantry accepts Sailor Billy Williams challenge issued at Corpus Christi and will fight after April 1 as arranged by promoter Martin Kelly. Hoppe is busy in San Antonio this month, then seeks to prove his fist art against Williams after the sea voyage and exhibition loss to Sergeant Marcel.
Charles S. Haskell the first Oklahoma governor was born in Putnam County Ohio. Playwright Preston Gibson born in Washington DC volunteered with the French army. Bishop Joseph S. Glass of Salt Lake City born in Bushnell Jr. Jack Lait noted American short story writer. Oswald G. Villard New York editor born in Wiesbaden Germany.
The Bay's News notes General Sir Herbert Plumer among five British commanders praised for distinguished wartime service. Born in 1864, he entered the army forty three years ago and fought in Egypt 1884 and Soudan, Teb and Tamai. He served in the South African War and led British forces on the Western Front in 1914 and later in Italy.
The Better Service drive among local express workers reports improved package condition and fewer consignments sent to No Mark offices. Agent Gorman cites halved dead letter arrivals, with four minute talks praising the campaign and plans for ongoing improvements in packing, marking, and receipts nationwide.
A Royal Theatre review lauds Gambling in Souls starring Madelaine Travers while local items announce J Maxcy Pace office move to 920 Salinas Avenue and multiple business notices for shoe repair, dry cleaning, plumbing, and jintey service along with community notices and marriages in the county.
An old advertisement notes HEREINE as a remedy for constipation and reestablishing regular bowel movements. The product is sold as Fyrice 5c by all druggists.
The Thirty-sixth Division, largely Texas troops including many from Laredo, is returning home. They are departing overseas and expected to arrive at Newport News between now and March 20. Depending on disembarkation plans, some may go to Galveston for homecoming ceremonies, where thousands of loved ones await.
One year ago today in the war March 13 Richthofen the German aviator achieved his sixty fifth victory. Five persons killed and nine injured in German air raid on London. German troops took possession of Odessa, Russia's chief Black Sea port.
A writ commands publication of notice of probate for the last will and testament of W. C. Clover deceased. Francisco Clover is executor and petitions Webb County Court for letters testamentary. Hearing set for the Third Monday in May 1919 at the Webb County Courthouse in Laredo.
Market totals show thirty seven shipments from Texas with 15 destined for St. Louis 3 for Chicago 1 each to New York Jersey City Minneapolis and Buffalo Diversions include Buffalo Markets quote Kansas City 25 to 25.50 cents St Louis 1.30 to 1.40 dollars New York 1.75 to 2 dollars. Stevens.
Four governors will meet in Laredo on April 7 for a border talks conference. Texas Governor W. P. Hobby and Mexican state leaders Andres Ozuna Nuevo Leon Niceforo Zambrano and Gustavo Mireles will discuss border relations passport rules and recommendations to improve U S Mexico cooperation.
Fire destroyed two large barns at the San Rafael farm of John Armengol about 12 miles southeast of Laredo last night around 7.00. Loss estimated at 5000 dollars included onion crates feedstuffs and farm implements. Soldiers from San Rafael aided in extinguishing the blaze despite lacking firefighting equipment.
Trusted remedy advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as time tested and dependable for cold relief. It emphasizes reliability and long-standing use.
A party of notable capitalists from New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Minnesota and Massachusetts arrived this morning and headed to Jalisco and Guadalajara Mexico to inspect their gold mine properties. The group is led by Mc Keevin Bros of 176 Broadway New York and aims to facilitate development work in Central Mexico.
A Pain in the side or back that catches you when you straighten up calls for a rubbing application of Ballard's Snow Liniment. It relaxes the contracted muscles and permits ordinary bodily motion without suffering or inconvenience. Price 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle. Sold by all druggists.
Advertises White's Cream Vermi Fuge as an approved remedy for child worms. Claims pale cross fretful sickly children become strong and robust after treatment. Priced at 25 cents per bottle and sold by all druggists.
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