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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1922

Page

9

Knights of Columbus Invite Requiem Mass at San Agustin

Laredo notes report a Requiem Mass to honor Humberto Rodriguez at San Agustin church at 7 o'clock tomorrow, with invitations issued by the Knights of Columbus Council 2304. Also listed are local notices on plumbing services, tax deadlines, florists, and marriages from Webb County and Laredo community sources.

Laredo Knights of Columbus San Agustin Church Humberto Rodriguez Juarez Plumbing Lincoln Street C. D. Ellison Salinas Avenue Federal Building Wormser Brothers

Bicentennial of Moravian Missions Celebration

Philadelphia reports on the upcoming German bicentennial marking Count Zinzendorf and the Moravian exiles in Herrnhut. The piece traces Moravian migration from 1736 to Nazareth and Bethlehem, notes education leadership and historic schools, and describes communal living and worship practices that shaped early American Moravians.

Philadelphia Pennsylvania Ohio Georgia North Carolina Germany Zinzendorf Herrenhut Saxony Europe Herrhut Savannaha Nazareth George Whitefield Whttefield Bethlehem Whitefield Moravian Historical Society University of Pennsylvania Ladies’ Seminary United States America

Deaf Mutes Call on Miss Keller in Austin Meeting

Three deaf mutes from Laredo Fluoro Rendon Dolores Rendon and E Ugarte visited Miss Helen Keller at the station before she departed north They had met her years ago at the College for the Deaf in Austin and exchanged greetings with the famed advocate during the stopover

Miss Keller Florencio H. Rendon Joe Rendon E. Ugarte Laredo Helen Keller North College For the Deaf Austin

Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement Claims Systemic Relief

An 19th century style ad promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional treatment. It asserts internal use through the blood to cleanse mucous surfaces and improve overall health, with offers of free circulars and druggist contact in Toledo Ohio.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio

Warning of a Nervous Breakdown Described By Doctors

Fragmentary text hints at signs of nervous breakdown including insomnia irritability and weakened memory. Mentions doctors and a medical discussion of nervous system stress and related symptoms.

Timeline of 19th Century American and World Events

The notes summarize key events from 1831 to 1900 including the first Free Baptist church in Michigan near Ypsilanti, the 1854 Reindeer steamboat disaster, a 1872 French bill against radical societies, Marx's death in 1883, lynching of Italian Mefia members in 1891, the 1892 Missouri steamer aiding starving peasants, a 1897 London rally for Greece, and McKinley’s 1900 Gold Standard Currency Act signing.

Territory of Michigan Ypsilanti Ohio River Karl Marx London Treves Prussia Mefia New Orleans New York McKinley

Fragmentary report on violent incident and suspects

The readable text notes a stabbing case with mentions of a manager and fighters at a workplace. Details are fragmentary, with unclear names, dates, or locations. The brief hints at a criminal act and involved parties but lacks verifiable specifics.

Social calendar highlights from Laredo area clubs

Tuesday events include The Tuesday Music and Literary Club at 4 PM at the Laredon Community Center with Mrs T B Bunn as reader. The Pan American Round Table luncheon at 1 PM at the Bender Hotel. The Junior Auxiliary of Christ Church at 4 PM in the Rectory. The Christian Endeavor Society hosts a St Patrick's party at Miss Celeste Hamilton's home at 7 30 PM.

Laredon Community Center T. B. Bunn Pan- American Round Table Bender Hotel Christ Church Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church Celeste Hamilton

Smiling Windows and Local Society Notes

Mr Julius S Kunkel of Tampico visited the city with Mr and Mrs Bernardino Cardenas. Mrs Rogers left for Oklahoma with news of illness in her sister’s family. The Times reports church society events, library new books, Missionary Society, and a wedding in March.

Julius S. Kunkel Tampico City Bernardino Cardenas Virginia Roach Freeport Corbello Miss Roach

President Harding Sets Off for Fishing Trip

President Harding arrived in Palm Beach at 10 o clock and boarded a four fishing smack for a brief outing during the March visit reported by the Associated Press.

Associated Press Palm Beach Pla Harding

Bomb Explosions Reported Across Lisbon

Bombs exploded in multiple areas of Lisbon with several casualties. Police report two bombers among the injured or dead, with portraits of Lenin and Trotsky found on the attackers.

Associated Press Lisbon Lenine Trotzky

Oklahoma A. and M. wins at Fat Stock Show judging

Oklahoma A. and M. defeated Texas A. and M. in the livestock judging contest at the Southwestern Exposition Fat Stock Show in Fort Worth Texas on March 14 according to Associated Press.

Associated Presse Fort Worth Texas Oklahoma A. & M Texas A. & M Southwestern Exposition

Arrest Cox in New York City

Seymour E. J. Cox, promoter of Houston, waived examination in removal proceedings after arraignment in federal court. He faces fraud charges over stock schemes alleged to have defrauded investors of one million dollars. Cox said Texas affairs were fine and he wished to return there to answer complaints. He will be taken to Texas for grand jury action.

Associated Press New York Seymour E. J. Cox Houston Texas Texan Federal Grand Jury

Famous Diva Loses Chauffeur Husband to Career

Margaret Maizenauer, famed San Francisco singer, reportedly lost her chauffeur husband Floyd Gletsbach to his hotel job at Del Monte. Gletsbach, six feet tall, claims orchids thrive in hothouses while wild mustard needs California sun. He also says he did not enjoy breakfast in bed.

Associated Press San Francisco Cal Margaret Maizenauer Floyd Gletsbach del Monte Gletsbach

Margaret Matzenauer Arrives in Joplin Confined to Bed

Joplin Missouri March 14 Margaret Matzenauer the prima donna arrived today but is reported confined to bed and unable to issue a statement.

Joplin Mrgaret Matzenauer

Noble Woman Dead in Texas at 90

Mrs. Mary F. Barcus aged 90 died early today at her daughter Mrs M W Stanford's home in Waco Texas She was the widow of Rev F R Barcus and mother of 13 children Grandmother of 52 and great grandmother of 28 Four of her sons were Methodist ministers including T B Barcus presiding elder of the Brownwood district One son is noted as a minister in the record.

Associated Press Waco Texas Mary F. Barcus M. W. Stanford F. R. Barcus T. 8. Barcus Brownwood

Administration trio may appear on soldier bonus loan plan

Washington March 14 Secretary Mellon Comptroller Crissinger and Governor Harding were asked to appear before the house ways and means committee to discuss bank loan provisions of the soldier bonus. The motion by Representative Garner was adopted 13 to 11. Chair man Fordney said the bill would be reported out after the officials testified and did not expect amendments.

Associated Press Washington Mellon Currency Crissinger Harding Federal Reserve Board House Ways and Means Committee Garner Texas Fordney

Fire Destroys Block in Claco Texas Business District

A major blaze leveled an entire business block in Claco Texas on March 14 causing an estimated $180,000 loss. The fire destroyed multiple stores and disrupted commerce in the district. Authorities investigated the cause and estimated damage.

Associated Press Claco Texas

Police chief to present proof on Soldan high vice clubs

Victor Milter president of the board of police commissioners said he would appear before the parents committee of Soldan high school tonight and present written proof of large charges that vice clubs exist at the schools.

Associated Press St. Louis Victor Milter Board of Police Commissioners Soldan High School

Tornado Toll Rises in Gowen and Surrounding Areas

Nine people killed and several injured as a tornado tore through Gowen Oklahoma and nearby towns causing extensive damage. Dr. W W Sames reported morgue preparations in Wilburton and relief efforts by Red Cross from Hartshorne and Wilburton.

Associated Press McAléster Okla Gowen Auining Village Here W. W. Sames Hartshorne Sames Wilburton Harthorne Wiburton The Red Cross

Tornado Kills Six Negroes and Four Whites in Pine Bluff Area

A tornado swept through northern Jefferson County Arkansas today killing at least six Black residents and four White residents. Emergency crews reported substantial damage to homes and businesses as responders worked through the affected communities.

Pine Bluff Ark

Four Power Pacific Treaty Debate Reopens In Senate

The four power Pacific treaty faces renewed scrutiny as Senate resumes debate led by Republican Senators McCumber of North Dakota and Lenroot of Wisconsin. They argue the pact advances international understanding and avoids entangling commitments while rushing to vote on early amendments.

Washington Senate McCumber North Dakota Lenroot Wisconsin

Frances Birkhead to testify on governor charges in suit

Miss Frances Birkhead will appear before the legislative committee in session to testify to Governor Russell's charges that the $100,000 damage suit against him was fostered by certain fire insurance interests. Her counsel, Thomas R. Foster of Vicksburg, announced today.

Jackson Miss Frances Birkhead Russell Thomas R. Foster Vicksburg

Robbed on the Road Near Dallas

Dallas report says George Fritz an automobile agent from Denton was robbed of diamonds worth $3400 on a lonely road near Carrollton dam last night by two masked men.

Dallas Texas George Fritz Denton Carrolton Dam Here

Governor Neff Attends Flag Presentation Ceremonies

Governor Neff travels from Austin to Waco and Milford to deliver an address at the Milford American Legion Post flag presentation. He will speak at Fort Worth Thursday to the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association before returning to Austin later in the week.

Austin Texas Neff Waco Milford Ellis County

Rebels Offer to Surrender Arms in Amnesties Sought

From Mexico City March 14 Associated Press reports say insurgent leaders Colonel Francisco Cardones and Manuel Guazar asked amnesty and indicated willingness to lay down arms. President Obregon reportedly ordered amnesty for all rebels in Michoacan.

Mexico City Mnrique Estrada Francisco Cardones Manuel Guazar Obregon Michoacen

Indianapolis Man Arrested for Bigamy and Embezzlement

Indianapolis authorities say Isaiah Moore, awaiting his twelfth marriage in Minneapolis, was arrested on embezzlement charges. Moore used multiple aliases including George 8. Melrose and cannot recall the last names of two of his eleven alleged wives.

Indianapolis Ind Isaiah Moore Minneapolis Moore George 8 Melrose

Noted Shriner Ellis Garretson Dies in Tacoma Home

Ellis Lewis Garretson, 1920 Imperial Potentate of the Order of the Mystic Shrine of North America, died this morning at his Tacoma home. He led the Shriners in 1920 and was a prominent figure in the fraternal order.

Tacoma Wash Ellis Lewis Garretson Order of the Mystic Shrine of North America

Brakepen Captured by Government Forces Near Johannesberg

Government troops seized Brakepen the coal center 22 miles east of Johannesberg, ending its status as a revolutionary stronghold. The capture occurred on March 13, according to dispatches from the CAPTURED COAL CENTER.

Associated Press Johannesberg Union of South Africa Brakepen

Haywood Heads I W W Group Granted Ural Iron Works

In Moscow on March 14 premier Lenine granted a concession to operate the large Nadejdinaky iron works in the Ural region to William D Big Bill Haywood and his I W W associates along with auxiliary factories.

Associated Press Moscow William D Big Bill Haywood Lenine Nadejdinaky Ural Mountain

Affirm Rowan Case by U S Court of Appeals

The United States circuit court of appeals in New Orleans affirmed the Dallas district court verdicts against Albert L. Rowan and Ben R. Luna for complicity in the January 14 1921 Jackson Street post office sub station hold up in Dallas. They received 25 year sentences at Leavenworth.

Associated Press New Orleans United States Circuit Court of Appeals Today District Court of Dallas Albert L. Rowan Ben R. Luna Jackson Street Dallas Leavenworth

OF INTEREST TO WOMEN Hints on marriage laws and notable figures

The late Victoria of Great Britain was married on a Friday. Dr. Margaret Patterson of Toronto is a former medical missionary in India and the city’s woman police magistrate. Under English law a husband may open his wife’s letters if he has the courage. Mrs. L Trimble Bradley is a capable stage director with a major film firm. Kansas City prepares to host the national convention of the Association of University Women in early April.

Victoria Great Britain Margaret Patterson Toronto India L. Trimble Bradley

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