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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1919
Page
22
The article argues in favor of aiding Germany to curb anarchists, avoid total destruction, and ensure Germany can pay restitution. It links these aims to protecting American interests, limiting Bolshevik influence, and using the League of Nations to restrain Mexico from abusing Americans, insisting on justice and orderly restitution.
The author argues against the view that the league of nations would force war with Mexico. Border areas would suffer in any conflict, and true progress requires a readjustment of conditions and mutual courtesy toward Americans in Mexico to restore friendly ties and business and social interactions.
This notice promotes Chamberlain's Tablets for faulty digestion and a gentle bowel movement. It claims the medicine will correct the disorder and become one of the best medicines you have ever known.
The town celebrates the coming home of the Thirty-sixth Division from France and urges immediate action on a local memorial building. Readers are reminded that the "mañana" mindset delays progress and risks failing to honor the veterans with a lasting edifice. Citizens are asked to fund and start construction 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. Checks accepted but credit not given until advised, to avoid delinquency and penalties.
Whitey Hoppe the lightweight champion of the Thirty seventh Infantry informs The Times he accepts Sailor Billy Williams challenge issued at Corpus Christi and will meet after April 1 as arranged by promoter Martin Kelly. Hoppe is tied up in a San Antonio boxing tournament this month but will travel to Corpus Christi afterward for the bout. He praised his recent performance against Sergeant Mareel and promises an even stronger display against Williams.
Charles S. Haskell first Oklahoma governor born Putnam County Ohio 59 years ago. Preston Gibson playwright and early American volunteer born Washington DC four years ago. Rt Rev Joseph S Glass Salt Lake City bishop born Bushnell 1 45 years ago. Jack Lait noted American short story writer born 67 years ago. Oswald G Villard New York editor born Wiesbaden Germany 47 years ago.
The Bay's News marks General Sir Herbert Palmer's 62nd birthday. Palmer, lauded among five British commanders for WWI services, has long military experience from the Egyptian expedition of 1914 to the Sudan and Teb and Vaniai battles. He served in the South African War and was among early British leaders on the western front in 1914.
The Better Packing and Marking drive by express workers reduces dead letter cases by half from 25 500 and improves package condition. Four minute talks promote the slogan better service as the campaign ends with plans for nationwide follow up to standardize receipts and maintain progress for shippers and the company.
Notice published for probate of will of Glover deceased with executor Franciste Clover name appears. Court action will occur at Webb County Court in Laredo Texas on Third Monday in May 1914 with right to contest the application.
Marcel Rieht Hofen, German aviator, claimed his sixty fifth win as German air raid on London killed two and wounded nine. German troops seized Odessa, Russia s chief port Blick Sena was reported.
The Thirty sixth Division composed mainly of Texas troops including Laredo natives is returning from overseas. They are departing their stations and expected to arrive at Newport News between now and March. It remains uncertain whether transports will proceed to Calveston for disembarkation. Tens of thousands of relatives are prepared to welcome them if they go to Texas ports. The 36th Division is clearly on its way home.
Laredo Texas shows totals across Texas with 37 shipments. Destinations include St Louis Chicago New York Jersey City Minneapolis Buffalo and others with varied freight rates and dollar values. Stevens
An old advertisement touts Gets-It as the painless sure way to loosen and peel corns. It warns against harsh salves and razors and claims national preference with claims of millions served and a money back guarantee. It cites EK Lawrence & Co Chicago and endorsing pharmacies Horner's Pharmacy and City Drug Co.
Local notices report J Maxcy Pace moving his office to 20 Salinas Avenue and Butler Bros offering dry cleaning and tailoring services. The page also mentions marriage licenses issued, the Crescent Garage busy, a jail transfer, and updates on a local school board meeting and various ads from J Nieto, Jorge Rodriguez, and others.
Four governors from Texas Tamaulipas Nuevo Leon and Coahuila will meet in Laredo on April 7 for a border relations conference. Gov W P Hobby Gov Andres Ozuna Gov Niceforo Zambrano and Gov Mireles will discuss passport rules and ways to improve Texan Mexican ties during a two day or longer gathering.
Fire last night at John Armengol’s San Rafael farm 12 miles southeast of Laredo destroyed two large barns and contents valued about 5000 dollars. Onion crates feedstuffs and implements burned, fire believed arson. Soldiers aided extinguishing efforts though equipment hampered work. Antonio Valls praises their timely actions.
The advertisement touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy Its long standing reputation makes it a trusted option for relieving coughs and soothing throat irritation across generations.
A party of capitalists travels from New York to inspect valuable gold mines in central Mexico. They plan to assess properties in Jalisco and nearby areas, with aims to recruit development work and evaluate ownership interests.
An old advertisement claims Baleaki's Snow Liniment eases bodily pain with a palm on the side or back that patches you when you straighten up. The text mentions a 41ne contract, ordinary bodily motion, and a price per bottle sold by druggists, promoting convenience and relief.
An old remedy claim promotes White'R Cream Worms as a treatment for worms in children. It asserts the product robs parasitic worms of life, restoring health and vigor. Priced at 2d per bottle and sold by all druggists.
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