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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1919
Page
13
The allied commission in Brussels sets a monthly German food ration of 370000 tons amid talks on taking over the German mercantile fleet. German delegates accept the conditions though pessimistic. The report also notes the peace conference plans and boundary discussions involving Poland and Germany.
Governor Hobby issued a proclamation under the pink boll worm law raising the quarantine on growing cotton in regions two and three. The move tightens restrictions following the amended law, affecting cotton production in those areas.
Detroit on March 15 hosts the sixteenth annual convention of the Religious Education Association of America for a three day session. The theme is Reconstruction and its relation to education and religion. Instructors clergymen editors and others in religious and educational work from across the United States and Canada attend.
New York reports Purim to begin at sunset with secular merriment feasting gifts to friends and the poor. Observances include Esther fast reading of the book and home bak ing Haman Tashen while Masquerading and Purim plays evolved from Italian roots to a Jewish carnival.
A Life column quotes a reader lamenting a miscommunication with Jack over a reconsideration of a decision. The writer worries the message was misunderstood and regrets a past letter. The tone reflects personal doubt and domestic concern.
New York March 15 the plenary council has decided the league of nations will be part of the peace treaty per a cablegram to Secretary Tumulty from President Wilson.
London reports British and German committees opened talks in Rotterdam on exporting potash timber and dyes from Germany as part of wartime negotiations. Paris notes the responsibility commission says criminal prosecution of war makers is technically anomalous and unnecessary while addressing the peace conference.
Washington March 15 parole orders granted by Secretary of Labor Wilson to 12 aliens from a 54 member group slated for deportation. Deportation order affirmed in 19 cases. 25 had no reopening requests pending. New York March 15 stockholders sue to test wartime prohibition act against James Everard breweries. Joseph Everard seeks restraining order to prevent May 1 suspension and July 19 sales under federal statute.
New York March 15 announcement says all arrangements are complete for next week in this city for a conference on restoring disabled soldiers to self support. The Red Cross Institute for Crippled and Disabled Men hosts with international representation from France Belgium and Italy.
Today's events note Maine begins its centennial celebration at sunset with Purim observances. Edward Payson Weston receives a birthday, with a naval party and Secretary Daniels heading to a European naval conference. Six eastern women's colleges plan an intercollegiate debate on universal free trade and the league of nations.
Second Sunday in Lent delegates gather in Montreal for an All Canadian Jewish Congress. The National Exploration of Venezuela opens at Carneos today and runs until April 20. New Jersey labor unions invited to a Newark meeting to oppose nationwide prohibition enforcement.
Local officials discuss the possibility of building specialized equipment to handle the ongoing challenges. The plan focuses on increasing efficiency and safety while reducing dependence on standard tools. Further details and funding decisions are expected at the next council meeting.
Washington reports 1,419,000 officers and men demobilized as of today, with 83,774 in commissioned grades, in the ongoing postwar reduction announced by the War Department.
General Perah ingg toured fighting divisions in Coblenz and spoke with many American troops. Soldiers voiced strong desire to go home but would stay as long as needed. Nine sailors reportedly drowned when the US transport ship Yule Haven hit a mine. Thirty five survivors were landed at Hartlepool. Warsaw reports continued fighting on three Polish fronts with Bolshevik forces attacking Slonim, entering then driven out.
Bank statement from Laredo Texas shows assets including United States bonds and securities, stock in the Federal Reserve, and pledged cash. Liabilities include capital stock surplus undivided profits circulation rediscount with the Federal Reserve and other liabilities. Signatories include J K Beretta president and M W Brennan assistant cashier.
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