American interests seek six million acres in Chihuahua
From Chihuahua comes word that American interests have a treaty with the state governor and legislature to buy and develop six million acres for cultivation by small farmers of all nationalities. If approved, an American-backed company will exploit the land, with irrigation and transport links key to success, while warning against nonviable crops and stressing water supply and favorable climate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chihuahua
Mexico
United States
Economic fight over alcohol drives temperance change
The article notes critics who call the prohibition struggle an economic issue not a moral one, highlighting how wasteful spending on alcohol mirrors wartime aid needs. It cites Austria’s six and a quarter billion dollar alcohol bill last year, three times its tax bill, warning such spending cripples national resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austria
Havers
Cnal
Gatti-Casazza Extends At Metropolitan Opera For Three Years
Giulio Gatti-Casazza has his Metropolitan Opera Company post extended for three years marking his fourteenth season as general manager. Since 1908 he has led the Met after moving from Milan where he ran Scala Opera for a decade. He hails from Ferrara and once left naval service to direct his hometown opera. He has staged about 150 operas at the Met, with nearly fifty never performed in America before. He also produced ten new American works and revived about fifty older titles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giulio Gatti-Casazza
Metropolitan Opera Company of
New York
Milan
Scala Opera
Ferrara
Gatti-Casazza
Scala
Gatti- Casazan
The
Metropolitan
America
Ku Klux Klan Claimed To Be Organized In Laredo
A Times card claims the Ku Klux Klan is now organized in Laredo with membership by invitation only. The card details some principles but gives no source and is handwritten in pencil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KU Klux Klan
Laredo
Times
the Times
Latin-American Club Stockholders Meeting in Laredo
A general meeting of stockholders of the Latin-American Club in Laredo Texas will be held at the club rooms on Friday February 17 1922 at 8 00 P M The meeting will authorize the Board of Directors to execute a deed of trust on the club real property to secure its indebtedness and discuss the club’s economic situation. Secretary Matias de Llano notes the notice dated March 14 1922 with filing code 3 14 31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matias DE Llano
Laredo
Texas
Mrs Grosse Claims Brazil Radium Discovery Expedition
Mrs. Alexander Grosse, a Royal Geographical Society fellow, returns to England from an interior Brazil expedition and believes she found a radium mine. She travels to Paris to consult with Mme Curie, renowned radium discoverer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Grosse
Royal Geographical Society
England
Brazil
Paria
Mme. Curle
Gossip From Laredo Sparks Mild Scandal and Humour
Local chatter notes common faults and social squabbles among Laredo residents. It lampoons pretension, recalls campus memories, and mocks gossip about street fashion on Hidalgo. The piece ends with a quip about townsfolk and pride in everyday life.
Faith and labor in Laredo life and Lent
The excerpt muses on Laredo residents aged 18 or 20 and comments on dedication to work versus pay. It notes faithful Lent observance by Laredo people and contrasts faith in locals with that of women’s faith in a safety pin, reflecting a dated, opinionated tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Today’s events span parliaments and jubilees across the nation
Today marks the assembly of the Northern Parliament of Ireland and the 68th birthday of ex Vice President Thomas Marshall. Chicago hosts the American Railway Engineering Association convention while Tacoma hosts a Pacific Northwest credit men meeting. Indiana hosts a business and professional women’s convention. Galveston celebrates St Mary’s Cathedral diamond jubilee. Hotel men converge in Chicago for the American Hotel Association gatherings. New Hampshire holds town meeting day with selectmen and school appropriations.
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Ireland
Thomas R Marshall
United States
Chicago
American Railway Engineering Association
Association of Credit Men
Pacific Northwest
Tacoma
Indiana Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs
Indianapolis
Galveston
St. Mary's Cathedral
Texas
Canada
American Hotel Associaton
New Hampshire
Divorce Seen as Logical Outcome of Marriage
A reflective note asserts that modern journalism often treats divorce as the natural endpoint of marriage. The line suggests social attitudes toward dissolving unions influence public discourse and legal practices.
Wife of Lawyer Confides Husband Loves Babies
A whispered remark attributes to a lawyer’s wife that her spouse harbors affection for babies. The overheard line hints at personal feelings but offers no formal claim or event.
Found a Cure for Indigestion Claims
George W Emory of Rock Mills Alabama reports relief from indigestion after using Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. He states the tablets suit his case better than any remedy and allow him to eat normally again. The product contains no pepsin and helps the stomach digest food naturally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
George W Emory
Rock. Mills
Ala
Six Irish Republicans Executed in Dublin at Year Anniversary
One year ago today six young Irish Republicans were executed in Dublin. Secretary Hughes offered to rectify the Panama Costa Rica boundary.
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Dublin
Hughes
Panama
Costa Rica
Sport Notes From York And Beyond
York Pennsylvania may honor pitcher Jim Work of the Cubs as his home city. Charley Rentrop the Belgian wrestler dominates the Southwest with sixteen straight wins. Jockeys ride at St Moritz while Jack McAuliffe seeks a heavyweight prospect in England for a Dempsey bout. Giants pitching is weak early, and Dempsey may seek about $300000 for a Wills fight. Jimmy Wilde may retire due to an injury from horseback riding. Babe Ruth earns about $500 per home run as Yankees fans cheer. Red Sox shed stars while others demand more pay. Pekin Kid Herman eyes Johnny Luff’s bantam title. Tris Speaker’s Indians are social lions in Dallas. St Louis chamber questions what is wrong with the city before the season. Sam Harris grows a string of horses and returns to turf. Jimmy Johnston refuses to join the Dodgers over pay. Cubs train camp hints at a new second baseman. Ruth may top all-time earnings with salary and bonus. Ralph Smith at 21, 6 ft 7 in, to represent LA AC in nationals. Cardinals see Ku Klux Klan violence in Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack McAuliffe
England
Tosa J
Jack Dempsey
Giants
San Antonio
Tis
Jimmy Wilde
Babe
Johnny Luff
Tris
Cleveland Indians
Beem
Dallas
Prand
St. Louis Chamber of Commerce
St. Louis
Sam Harris
Harris
Paddy Sullivan
Jimmy Johnston
Brooklyn Superbas
Ebbets
Cubs
Santa Catalina Island
Zeb Jerry
Chicago
New York
Babe Ruth
Ralph Smith
Los Angeles A. C
St. Louisa
Birthday Remembrances Marking Noted Figures
March 1 marks the birthday anniversaries of Maxim Gorky born Nijni Novgorod 54 years ago today William Graves Sharp born Mt Gilead Ohio 62 years ago today Thomas RK Marshall born North Manchester Indiana 68 years ago today William N Selig pioneer of the motion picture industry born Chicago 58 years ago today Charles F Curry congressman from California born Naperville Illinois 64 years ago today.
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Maxim Gorky
Nijni Novgorod
William Graves Sharp
United States
France
Mt. Gilead
Ohio
Thomas Rk, Marshall
North Manchester
Ind
William N. Selig
Chicago
Charles F. Curry
California
Naperville
Weather forecast and Fort McIntosh observations
The United States Weather Bureau forecast from New Orleans carried by The Times predicts tonight and Wednesday will be fair with cooler and clear conditions. Fort McIntosh observations show a high of 90 degrees and a low of 45 with winds from the north.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Weather Bureau
New Orleans
the Telephone Co
Aken
Fort Mclntosh
Sao Paulo's Theater Legacy and Dog Days Title
Sao Paulo, Brazil's second city, boasted one of the world's finest municipal theaters costing millions. The term dog days refers to hot summer days linked to Canis Major rising in the sky.
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Sao Paulo
Braail
Canis Malor
Laredo Orders Modern Combination Pumper From LaFrance
At an evening city council meeting the LaFrance Fire Engine Co. won approval to supply Laredo with a modern combination pumper for 12 500 dollars. Delivery in 45 days includes demonstrations by mechanics. Fire insurance rates are expected to fall, benefiting insured property owners. Alderman Salinas Fire Chief Biggio and the fire committee are credited for securing the purchase. The unit may be christened The Volunteer to honor the past volunteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American LaFrance Fire Engine Co
LaFrance Concern
Laredo
B. G. Salinas
Biggio
Eight Bills of Indictment Returned by Grand Jury
The grand jury empaneled in district court returned eight indictments this morning and yesterday afternoon. Joaquin Ramirez et al face theft from the person charges. Herculano Cervantes has three bills for passing forged instruments. Juan Eboras stands charged with unlawfully transporting intoxicating liquors. Manuel Martinez et al are charged with theft from Agapito Farias and Pedro Fajardo and unlawfully transporting intoxicants. Juan Ramirez et al face theft from the person. The court continued civil docket cases under Judge Mullally until all cases receive attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joaquin Ramirez
Herculano Cervantes
Juan Eboras
Manuei Martinez
Agapito Farias
Pedro Fajardo
Juan Ramirez
Mullally
Doan’s Kidney Pills Move Back Pain in Laredo Tale
A Laredo resident recounts cold settling in kidneys and back pain. After trying Doan’s Kidney Pills bought at City Drug Store, her back pain eased and kidney function regulated following four boxes. Price 60¢ at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
A. Leichhardt
Rosario Sr
Dean
City
Doan
Rio Grande Rose Cabbage Weighs Thirteen Pounds
A large head of cabbage titled Rio Grande Rose is exhibited in the window of A. Deutz & Bro. This thirteen pound blemish free specimen was grown in Dr. F C Canseco’s yard and promises ample kraut and slaw for the Laredo family.
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A. Deutz & Bro
Most Creditable Window Display at Richter's
Pete Matzow, window decorator for Richter's department store on Flores Avenue, creates an up to date display during oil fever. The Mirando and Schott oil fields with derricks and a Mirando City pipeline highlight the industry's activities, drawing customers and showcasing Richter's enterprise and affordable offerings.
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Pete Matzow
Richter
Flores Avenue
Pete
Mirando
Schott
Mirando City
Oif
Richter’s
Carolina-Texas Oil Well Gusher near Torrechilas
News from Torrechilas reports the Carolina-Texas Oil Co well twelve miles north of town flowed about 14,000,000 cubic feet of gas per day after a test. Indications of oil appeared before the gasser event. Miranda City Townsite well shows strong production indications and will provide a production estimate in a day or two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carolina-Texas Oil Co
Torrechilas
Miranda City
Notice of Seizure Ford Auto Laredo March 1922
The Ford automobile license 65170 seal 41436 motor 3542854 seized near Laredo Texas on March 6 1922 for violation of Section 3082 R 8. Claim within twenty days of first publication. if none sold at public auction at the Custom House 16 A.M. April 12 1922. A R Kahn Deputy Collector of Customs.
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Port of Laredo
Texas
Laredo
Custom House
A. R. Kahn
Customs
Notice to claim BN Overland automobile seizure
Notice states BN Overland automobile with registration 613673 and serial numbers 4524 may be seized for violation of Section 9082 R. 8. Claimants must file within twenty days from first publication. absent claims, vehicle to be sold at 10 AM on April 12, 1922, by Deputy Collector A. R. Kahn.
Notice of Vehicle Seizure in Laredo March 1922
Authority of Deputy Collector of Cu tome Port Laredo Texas 1922 notices a Dodge automobile license 486347 motor 692811 seized in Laredo on March 6 1922 for violation of Section 082 R 8. Claimant may pursue remedy under this notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cutome
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Europe
United States Department of Agriculture
Hidalgo Street
Pastor
Ureole Abner
Louise
York
Jim Work
Charley Rentrop
St. Moritz
Switzerland
CERES
Timms
Everrdar
Eciatica
Asis
al Areyiae
Carolina
BN Overland
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