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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1919
Page
12
The piece argues Arabs under Turkish rule mistreat Christians and nonbelievers, calls for American protectorate caution, and attacks Mohammedan and Turkish conduct. It condemns German propaganda, warns against meddling, and urges acceptance of strict peace terms to disarm Germany.
H Rieser of the Jewish Welfare Board reports from Laredo after two weeks visiting posts from Fort Brown to Jamber's Farm with Geo Rabinoff. He presented stunts at outposts and Y M C A venues, giving prizes and writing tablets while noting isolation limits on troops and planning more representatives at Brownsville and Ringgold to boost contact.
The piece argues that German propaganda aims to block peace terms and suggests the Allies face a choice between continued blockade or occupation to enforce surrender. It contends Germany’s defeat is a true victory for the Allies and warns against accepting dictation from any German faction.
The Thirty-seventh Infantry reports many men being discharged while others seek civilian work. War strength quotas are reduced across regiments, with company sizes shrinking from 250 to about 150. Several men of the Thirty-seventh have been discharged this week.
County records show J. K. Forseck and wife selling the Heights home to Erequiel Salinas for 8700 dollars covering parcels 1 and 2 in block 795 E D. A separate deed records Forseck selling parcels 10 11 and 12 in the same block to Ezequiel Salinas for 750 dollars. Also M. Little sells parcels 6 and 8 in block 93 W D to J. O. Walker for 2250 dollars.
Captain S. E. Leonard former Western Union tele graph manager and later in charge of military telegraph censorship has returned to Laredo. He will be relieved of censorship duties here but will continue to make his home with his family on the Heights, a welcome report to locals.
The district court grand jury returned thirteen indictments today ending its term. District Attorney Walls announced trials on March 24 for two weeks, with several leftover cases to be called, including three old indictments.
The Presbyterian Church unit holds a Sunday 3:30 PM meeting to tabulate campaign results and plan fund use. All board members are urged to attend. Lawrence H. Wharton signs as General Secretary.
Dr. A. B. Younkin began a large apiary project seven miles northwest of Laredo on his farm with 135 bee colonies of two adaptable varieties. King, the state bee inspector, supervised the installation and left for central state. Younkin seeks experienced bee tenders as he aims for a sizable honey and wax output by next fall, improving plants for year round bee forage.
The dialogue lauds the United States Employment Service for fast free labor referrals. The Farmer notes he orders workers via the service and saves time and money, calling the agency essential. Officials named include J. O. Walker and M. Torres as examiner in charge and junior examiner.
The Parr-Glasscock senatorial contest in Texas ends with Archer Parr seated over D. W. Glasscock after a 16 to 14 vote. Senator R. M. Johnston cast the deciding ballot. The lengthy dispute involved hundreds of witnesses and substantial state expenses, drawing public attention through much of the legislative session.
Readers can subscribe to THE TIMES at 60 cents per month to receive daily opportunities, listings, and notices. The ad promises steady access to classifieds, briefs, and market updates through a low monthly rate.
Importations passing through this port from Mexico include two carloads of ixtle. U S Consul Randolph Robertson reports Governor Andres Ozuna of Tamaulipas will join the April 7 conference with Governor Hobby in Laredo. Thunder and showers this morning give way to a forecast of tonight’s showers and cooler Sunday, with dust storm risk reduced by prior rain.
Texas Senate Joint Resolution No. 13 proposes amending Section 5 of Article IV to set the governor’s annual salary at ten thousand dollars with use of the mansion and furniture and to make the clause self enacting. It authorizes a five thousand dollar appropriation for proclamation and publication and directs election procedures for the amendment on the fourth Saturday in May 1919. George F. Howard Secretary of State authenticates the copy.
A classic medicine ad urges readers to use Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for colds. It claims the product has stood the test of time and can be depended upon.
Saturday activities include the Sun Beam Band at 3 30 pm at the Baptist Church the Junior Boy Scouts at 2 30 pm at the Methodist Church the Girls Honor Guard at 4 30 pm at the Woman's Club. Sunday gatherings include B Y P A at 6 30 pm the Christian Endeavor Society at 6 45 pm and the Epworth League at 6 30 pm. Monday features a Woman's Club dance and a Methodist Missionary Society meeting at 4 pm.
Ready for distribution at the home of Mrs. W W MacGregor the Woman s Club meets on the third Monday at 3 30. The Lone Star Chapter Blue Bird Camp Fire Girls hiked to the Chacon with a camp supper. The Brotherhood of St Andrew held a church rectory meeting to discuss home coming Our Boys from Over there. Laredo High School basketball team with coach Mr Wharton completed a undefeated season and challenged by San Antonio s Henry M Lutz. The team defeated A M College and Kelly Field. Laredo also hosts a supper party for both first and second teams. High School baseball opens with 31 candidates coached by Mr Britt. St Elmo Trout named captain J O Hara manager.
Travelers Roe Oliver and family Encinal L Berkwitz St Louis Mo A B Glassberg New York City L M Busby Boston E Samanillo San Luis Potosi Mex Rafael Llangueras Monterey Fernando Aguilar Laredo Geo Curey Dallas.
A terse exchange from the Boston Tran script features a playful banter where one character asks where another is heading and the reply links travel with weather lore. The dialogue showcases light wordplay about wind and drafts.
A Washington Star item quotes Plodding Pete declaring he hates work but will persist. He warns that skipping labor invites an ILW threat and being called a brother by a union member, reflecting labor discourse of the era.
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