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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1919
Page
2
A Friday column argues German efficiency collapses under real government strain, noting Germany’s war economy, bureaucracy, and optics falter postwar. It contrasts German industry with American dyestuffs and warns against confiscation policies in Mexico over oil lands, stressing fair tax aims.
The Mexican congress may take up special legislation on the oil question, amid expectations of Paris peace conference input. After months of quiet with foreign oil operators, the February 1917 decree to confiscate foreign oil holdings looms again, with a tax likely to be challenged by American and British operators. The move raises questions over whether oil lands belong to Mexico or to foreign investors who developed them.
Washington dispatches report that Congressman John N. Garner of Texas's Fifteenth District is named by the Democrats in the lower house as their desired party leader. The move aims to form a steering committee to take over House affairs while not removing Kitchin from Ways and Means or Clark from Speaker. Garner had resisted the post but party insiders proceeded after adjournment.
On March fourteen anniversaries mark birthdays of Thomas R. Marshall born North Manchester Indiana sixty five years ago today. William Graves Sharp born Mt Gilead Ohio sixty years ago today Lloyd Harris Beamsville Ontario fifty two years ago today William English Walling Louisville Kentucky forty two years ago Maxim Gorky Nijni Novgorod fifty one years ago Countess of Aberdeen noted philanthropist and benefactor of Irish industries born sixty two years ago today.
The article marks the sixty fifth birthday of Thomas Riley Marshall, vice president and acting head of the federal government in President Wilson's absence. Born in Indiana with Virginian roots, Marshall is a lawyer admitted to the bar in 1875 and once sought the role of county prosecuting attorney. He later became Indiana governor, earning a record that propelled him to the vice presidency. A Presbyterian and thirty third degree Mason, he remains a lifelong abstainer and the only vice president renominated and reelected since the party convention system began in 1832.
Reports say several leases on large tracts east of Laredo have been secured in Jim Hogg Duval Starr and Zapat counties with more in abeyance. Additional large tracts near the Rio Grande northwest of Laredo in adjacent Webb county have also been leased as oil development approaches the area.
A mother learns Pat is dead not from the war office but through a personal letter. The priest asks for official word, she replies the letter itself confirms Pat’s fate, declaring he is in the Holy Land with a somber tone and dark humor.
Nine failures out of ten are due to personal physical conditions. The causes are usually not far to seek at first a little braining, weakened memory, insomnia, nervous indigestion and increased irritability, nerves become unstrung finally there is a complete breakdown of the nervous system.
An advertisement for Sensapersa claims the tonic and sedative rebuild the nerve system and enrich blood. It pledges doubled nerve health in ten days and energy to every nerve and tissue, urging readers to heed warnings and not fail. Available in two sizes, 60 cents and one dollar at local druggists.
Chronology of notable events from 1774 to 1917 highlights the Boston port bill passage, birth of King Humbert of Italy, Niagara Falls bridge crossing, Lake Albert Nyanza discovery, Mafia killings in New Orleans, Northern Securities decision, Przemysl combat, Le Mort Homme actions, and China severing ties with Germany.
American forces report a first permanent advance in the Luneville sector while German units occupy Abo on the Finnish coast west of Helsingfors. The Russian Congress of Soviets ratified a peace treaty with the Central Powers.
United States Consul in Nuevo Laredo lists the wedding of Dorothy Westervelt to Brigadier General William Irving Westervelt United States Army. The ceremony took place on December 26 1918 in Evreux Eure France with her parents Brigadier General and Mrs Stephen Perry Jocelyn announcing the union.
J N Worsham postmaster of Laredo urges lock box renters to relock mail after removing it. He notes clerks cannot watch boxes continuously and asks the public to cooperate to ensure better service and prevent exposed mail and embarrassment.
District Judge J F Mullally returned to Laredo and assumed the bench here this morning while Judge C C Thomas went to Cotulla to sit there tomorrow. The swap follows disqualification rulings on Mullally in several cases, with judges exchanging seats and cases heard in the interim.
Stop that weakening persistent cough or cold with Eckmans Alterative a tonic upbuilder of 20 years use. 80c and 1.50 bottles from druggist or Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia. One hundred men at Linares Barber Shop corner Convent Ave and Lincoln St a good place to get a first class manicure by Mrs Helen Hollars.
Mr and Mrs Y O Coleman announce their son Wagoner John E Coleman of the 111th Trench Mortar Battalion has arrived at Camp Stuart Virginia after returning from overseas duty. The item notes other local notices and business ads from The Times.
The district court grand jury has returned ten indictments since convening last Monday forenoon by Judge C. C. Thomas. On Tuesday they filed five more, on Wednesday three, and this morning two additional indictments were handed in. More are anticipated.
A note advises that bad taste in the mouth signals digestive trouble and that Chamberlain’s Tablets will usually correct the disorder. The medicine also induces a gentle bowel movement and is described as one of the best medicines you may become acquainted with.
A note from a local station agent urges quick reply to a case of books directed to a citizen. The parcel is at the station and leaking badly, prompting an urgent request to send for the contents without delay.
The city set a March 29 election for forty year bonds totaling 125000 to build a modern sewerage system. Only property tax payers with poll receipts can vote though all city property taxpayers will participate. Indications favor passage with full construction by early September.
The Central Labor Union of Laredo invites members to a Sunday 8 AM gathering at the Strand Theater to celebrate its charter from the American Federation of Labor. Villar's orchestra will provide music and union speakers will give addresses.
A requiem mass for the repose of the soul of the late Mrs. Carlota A. de Mejia will be celebrated at San Agustin church at ten o clock Sunday morning March 16 1919. Friends and acquaintances are invited to attend.
Episcopal business men organize Church Welcome Committees to greet returning servicemen from overseas. Christ Church Laredo plans a committee with Arthur R. P. Heyes of Boston outlining a program focusing on material social educational and religious welfare of the homecoming boys. Heyes will speak at 8 PM in Christ Church Rectory inviting all men to attend.
Laredo Texas totals show twenty shipments with Texas fifteen. Destinations include St Louis Chicago New York Springfield among others. Markets fall with Pittsburg at 0.65, St Louis 1.20, Philadelphia 0.25, St Paul 0.75, Austin 0.75. Diversions occur to Boston Cleveland Detroit New York Pittsburg.
Coughs, colds and bronchial attacks risk dangerous aftereffects unless treated. Drings New Discovery soothes inflamed membranes clears phlegm and aids restful sleep. Priced 60c and 1.20 dollars, available at all druggists. Sold since 1869.
An old ad claims Dr Kings New Life Pills ease constipation and promote health. The copy uses bold promises and a cheerful tone to entice readers to try the product for 25 cents.
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