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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1919
Page
6
The Laredo Times details publishing schedule and subscription prices for daily and weekly editions. Rates include one month 60 cents, one year 8 dollars for daily. weekly year 2 dollars and six months for Sunday postpaid circulation to the United States, Mexico, or Canada.
Me rrr A wh is a fragment from Monday’s Daily with limited legible text. The readable portion mentions no clear event or names suitable for a full summary.
The Associated Charities of Laredo plans to replace indiscriminate giving with a systematic fund distribution to those truly in need. Professionals who beg for profit would be discouraged as funds are redirected through a central almoner, potentially reducing distress for the genuinely deserving and highlighting poverty unseen by many.
In a harsh denunciation, the author condemns German subservience as funds held by the former Kaiser remain untouchable while Germans starve. He cites $18 million in German banks, Kaiser estates, and Krupp ties, urging Allied demands for restitution and full payment to war victims. The piece ends urging readers to watch The Times for opportunities.
A civic critique urges stopping indiscriminate giving to beggars in Laredo. The author argues many beggars are relatives or dependent on charity and that pennies to street beggars could fund the Associated Charities. The piece questions readers about directing aid to the truly needy.
Today notes several historical items on March 10, including Rear Admiral Nicholson born in Dedham and died in 1887 in New York, the 1842 Ningpo engagement, 1844 Bishop of Chicago consecration, King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra silver wedding, and 1915 sinking of the William P. Frye. It also highlights Bishop John Hazen White of Michigan City turning 10 and a Diet of Saint Paul career path, plus a health tip on Chamberlain's Tablets for a bad mouth taste equals digestion aid.
J C Stein barber 1620 Lincoln St reports severe backache and frequent nighttime awakenings from kidney trouble. After using two boxes of Dean's Kidney Pills, the trouble subsided and he remains free of bother. Price 69c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. Also BALLARD'S SNOW LINIMENT offers quick healing for cuts wounds sprains or rheumatism at 25c 50c and 1.00.
Sir Sayaji Rao II of Baroda born 56 years ago today. Sir Clifford Sifton born in Ontario 58 years ago. Dr Arthur Shipley born 58 years ago in Cambridge. Anna Vaughn Hyatt born in Cambridge 43 years ago. Arthur Reynolds born in Pandora Iowa 51 years ago.
American troops in Lorraine repelled a heavy German bombardment with gas shells, as reports describe the Guilford Castle torpedo strike in the English Channel.
Myron A. Kesner a Dallas recreation and playground expert offers to assist Laredo in planning a memorial to those who served in World War I. He proposes site selection plans playground programs and community centers with training for local workers and methods to involve residents through correspondence or site visits.
Stop Itching Eczema promises quick relief by applying Zemo for 35c. Extra large bottle 1.00. Healing begins at once and, in short order, clears eczema tetter pimples rash blackheads and related skin diseases. Zemo is a penetrating antiseptic liquid not greasy or staining. The E. W. Rose Co. Cleveland Ohio.
The Tire Shop at 611 Juarez avenue invites customers with tire problems for an expert inspection. If they repair a tube blowout or rehread a tire, the work is guaranteed against defective materials workmanship or any mechanical defects. Phone 1414.
An ad touts Ballard's Snow Liniment for side or back pain that worsens when straightening. It claims to relax contracted muscles and restore motion with no pain, offering bottles at 25c, 50c, and 1.00. Sold by all druggists.
The Forty-ninth Judicial District of Texas Webb county began its March term with Judge De. Thomas presiding. Grand jurors were delayed to fill 16 seats, bringing in I. Alexander as foreman and 11 others including Joe Moser G. P. Farias Sam W. Brown S. N. Johnson P. A. Kerr B. G. Salinas L. M. Purwin Ferdinand Wormser L. R. Ortiz W. J. Sames and H. F. Valdez. They met with District Attorney Walls to begin inquiries.
A Webb County circular explains Section 1406 of the Revenue Act authorizes a sixty dollar bonus for officers, soldiers, field clerks and nurses upon honorable separation. Discharged personnel yet to receive the $60 should apply to the Zone Finance Officer in Washington DC with discharge documents. checks are mailed in order of receipt.
A brief endorsement notes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as time tested and dependable for treating a bad cold. It emphasizes trust and lasting effectiveness without additional details.
Mrs. Ollie Callum Nye wife of Frank W Nye dies at 1519 Washington street at 9 30 pm after a three month illness in Laredo Texas She was born Ollie Callum July 12 1874 in Monroe Louisiana and married in Cotulla Texas 27 years ago Survived by husband three sons Walter Randall Tom Nye two sisters Mrs Olson and Mrs Valentine Houston and one brother Wade Callum Galveston Funeral at Episcopal church tomorrow at 9 30 am Interment details indicate two sons lieutenants Walter and Randall Nye are serving in France.
R G Tonkin Jr returns from Noleda area in Duval County praising the Mary Owens Co lease well at 365 feet producing high quality lubricating oil. Several firms including San Diego Oil & Gas Co and A L Jack & Co report multiple wells with modest outputs and plans to deepen several prospects. About 2000 barrels stored now, with rising production expected as new wells come online.
At the Texas Retail Merchants Association convention in Waco last year Taylor Texas was chosen for this year’s meeting and the event reduced to three days. The Laredo bid was withdrawn after a plea to consider the border city for 1920 with promise of a delegation and support from local business men for the endeavor.
Evelyn Nesbit leads in I Want to Forget at the Royal Theater a crowded show. Varda a former Austrian agent falls for loyalty to the U S A and aids Long. a German agent is exposed and Varda and Long wed a U S A officer.
The Southern Plumbing Co prepares to provide quick sanitary plumbing under Ed H. Sanchez supervision. Mr. Teller handles timing while another expert plumber will arrive from San Antonio to support growth. Call 606 for a trial from 1310 Hidalgo St. 8-5-6.
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