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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1921

Page

6

Local Daily Subscription Rates and Postal Details

Daily published each evening except Sunday by mail postpaid to the United States Mexico or Canada or delivered by carrier to Laredo New Laredo Mexico One copy one month 60 cents One copy one year 6 00 Weekly published Sunday by mail postpaid to any point in United States Mexico or Canada One copy one year 92 00 One copy six months one One copy three months 6 Subscriptions due in advance Entered second class matter at the post office at Laredo Texas Under the act of March 3 1879.

Mall Postpaid United States Mexico Canada Laredo New Laredo Texas

AP News Statement on Reprinting Rights

The Associated Press declares exclusive rights to news dispatches credited to it and to local news published in this paper. The notice emphasizes republication eligibility and AP ownership of such content.

Associated Press

Campaign For Catholic Moral Censorship Of Films

The Catholic Welfare Council mobilizes Catholics nationwide to join the Better Motion Picture Program. A council bureau will critique films for decency, aiming to persuade theaters toward cleaner offerings while avoiding attacks on legitimate producers. Legal censorship remains a last resort.

Catholic Welfare Council Welfare Council Charles A. McMahon International Great Northern St. Louis Itis Laredo

Railroad Time Table Train No 1 to Corpus Christi

Train No 1 leaves for Corpus Christi at 12 10 P M Train No 2 arrives from Corpus Christi at 3 36 P M Night Train leaves at 10 P M and arrives at 7 30 A M

Corpus Christi

Movement for cleaner plays gains broad support

The effort to promote cleaner plays argues it will succeed by reaching most people. It notes that the majority, if persistent, can secure what they desire.

Teach Self-Reliance Through Boy Scout Hike

A recent Scout hike is praised as a premier method for teaching self-reliance. It emphasizes discipline, practical survival skills, first aid, and moral steadiness, arguing Scouting makes boys more manly, independent, observant, and confident.

Elf

Rio Grande and Eagle Pass Train Schedule

Train No. 1 departs Laredo daily except Sunday at 8 30 a m and reaches Minera at 10 20 a m Train No. 2 leaves Minera daily except Sunday at 11 a m and arrives Laredo at 3 16 p m

Rio Grande Eagle Pass Laredo Minera

Excellent Remedy for Constipation Cham berlain's Tablets

A short endorsement for Cham berlain's Tablets as a mild easy to take remedy for constipation encouraging readers to try them when needed. The note highlights the product's gentle effect and suitability for regular use.

Chamberlain

Camping With The Boy Scouts At Laredo Camp

The first overnight hike drew 165 scouts with 180 expected after dawn. Troop 4 won best camp honors while Troop 2 earned the first swim permission. Scout Harold Yeary fractured his left forearm but recovered well with prompt first aid.

Laredo Chacon Creek Aviation Field Bordeaux Mackay Ichter Craig Fasnacht Nolan Garcia Zamora Sell Sharkey Lbs Reveille Set Harold Yeary Troop No. 2 Tarzan Yeary

District Court Opens in Webb County for Busy Term

The Forty-ninth Judicial District term convened at the Webb courthouse with Judge J F Mullally presiding. An unusually large bar presence guided a heavy civil docket and three felony cases transferred from Starr County will be tried this term. The grand jury was empanelled as prosecutors prepare to handle many criminal matters.

Forty-ninth Judicial District Webb County J. F. Mullally Ocal Starr County Mullally

Roy Campbell 18 Approved for Collector of Customs in San Antonio district

Local friends in Laredo celebrate Washington dispatch noting four Texas Republican leaders endorsed Roy Campbell for customs collector in the San Antonio district with Laredo as principal port of entry. Campbell, a Laredo resident and former president of Roy Campbell Co., is praised as a conservative, well-liked businessman set to serve the region.

Laredo Roy Campbell Washington Dispatch Express Texas Harding San Antonio Campbell Roy Campbell Co

Air Drome Defeats Laredos in 12 Inning League Tilt

In Laredo League action at Fort McIntosh yesterday, the Air Drome edged the Laredos 6 to 4 after 12 innings as Clarry pitched superbly despite early miscues. The American Legion squad then crushed the Post 20 to 8 in a high scoring rematch, with Jacoby and Generaux delivering key homers and a flurry of late runs to seal the win before an enthusiastic crowd.

Kaisers Host Weekend Social At Lridge Event

On Saturday evening Lieut and Mrs J A Kaiser entertained at Lridge. Col W Lt Cochran Captain Karl Dodge and many more attended. The ladies prize went to Mrs Rice and the gentlemen’s prize to Captain Moncure. Refreshments followed the game.

J. A. Kaiser Lridge Col W. Lt. Cochran Karl Dodge G. A. Gray H. M. Gwynn Tierney Rice A. P. Moncure L. P. Stewart J. Lee Hooper

Social Units Edge Second Battalion In Fast 10–8 Win

On Saturday afternoon the Social Units defeated the Second Battalion by ten to eight in a brisk game.

Military teams win both games in Sunday double header

A large crowd watched the Laredo Baseball League at Caliche Park as Aviators and Fort McIntosh defeated the Laredos and Legion. The first game lasted twelve innings with a 7 to 5 finish for the Aviators over the Laredos, while Fort McIntosh won the second game amid umpire disputes from the Legion.

Laredo Baseball League Caliche Park Aviators Fort McIntosh Laredos Legion Toe’umps

Prominent Visitors Arrive for Brief City Visit

Hon Marshall Hicks and Judge Arthur W Seeligson of San Antonio arrived in the city this morning for a short business visit. They are guests at the Hamilton hotel during their stay.

Marshall Hicks Arthur W. Seeligson San Antonio Hamilton

Death of Joseph H Christen in Mexico City

Laredo school chief L J Christen learned by cable yesterday of his brother Joseph H Christen death in Mexico City after a brief pneumonia illness. Born in New Orleans sixty years ago, he lived in Mexico City forty years working in transfer business. Survived by wife and two sons and a Laredo brother, funeral to be held in Mexico City.

L. J. Christen Mexico City Joseph H. Christen New Orleans Laredo Mxico City

Times Subscription Pitch Watch THE TIMES for Daily Opportunities

A concise promotion for subscribing to THE TIMES with a daily opportunities theme. Daily access promises current notices and chances to act on local events, markets, and community information. Subscription costs are stated at 60 cents per month.

the Times

Collins Company Opens Wholesale Grocery Branch in San Antonio Area

Announcement to the public that the Collins Company a leading San Antonio wholesale grocery firm opens a new branch in Aaredo in the quarters formerly occupied by WU Marroquin on Main Avenue Texas Mexican tracks J T Johnston named local manager.

Collins Company San Antonio Aaredo WU. Marroquin Main Avenue J. T. Johnston

Income Taxes Due for Deadline and Extended Filing Hours

Deputy Collector KR BE Seale will keep the Revenue office in the Federal Building open until 10 PM tonight and until 12 PM March 15 for tax returns. Singles with net income of 1000 dollars must file. married couples with net income of 2000 dollars must file. Deputy Collector C B Ferguson of San Antonio arrived Sunday to aid in filing income tax returns in Laredo.

Seale Federal Building C. B. Ferguson San Antonio Laredo

Meridian Highway Party Aims Mexico Extension

A Meridian Highway Association committee tours the Southwest Texas region to promote road building from San Antonio to Laredo and further into Mexico. They plan meetings in Pearsall and Cotulla and seek cooperation from Webb County officials and the Chamber of Commerce in Laredo to extend the highway toward Mexico City, boosting tourism and regional development.

Webb County Texas San Antonio Laredo Frio LaSalle Meridian Highway Association Pearsall Cotulla Commissioners’ Court Chamber of Commerce Tamaulipas Nuevo Leon Monterey Saltillo Mexico City Mexico Chambers of Commerce of

Creager Touted as Mexican Ambassador Choice

Washington reports list Robert B. Creager of Brownsville among Republicans' ambassador candidates to Mexico. A longtime Brownsville resident, prominent attorney, and strong Republican leader, Creager is praised for his familiarity with Mexican affairs and diplomatic steadiness. Harding previously visited Point Isabel and Brownsville during the election vacation, hosted by Creager.

Creager Washington Robert B. Creager Brownsville Mexico Point Isabel

Mary Miles Minter Stars in Eyes of The Heart at Royal

Mary Miles Minter appears in Eyes of The Heart at the Royal Theatre for two days starting tomorrow. The dramatic role follows Laura, a blind girl who regains sight and fights for happiness, touted as her most unusual and best performance yet.

Mary Miles Minter Royal Royal Theatre Tron Ladies’ Home Journal Hlindness Dana Burnet Laura Miss Minter

Dead Men Tell No Tales at Strain Theater

John Rattray opposes a murder plot at sea in a dramatic adaptation of E. W. Hornung novel Dead Men Tell No Tales. Santos Captain Harris and Jose press for Cole’s killing while Rattray fears losing Iva Dennison’s affection.ton Terriss all star special production shown Tues-Wed at Strain Theater.

John Rattray George Stevenson Cole Santos Harris Jose Rhatiway Cole Barriate Iva Dennison Strain Theater Tues-Wed E. W. Hornung Raffles

Nazimova Stars in Madame Peacock at Rialto Theatre

Nazimova showcases dual roles in Madame Peacock based on Rita Weiman's story. The Metro picture features Maria Nazimova as Jane Goring and Gloria Cromwell, with direction by Ray Smallwood and photography by Rudolph Bergquist. The film includes striking art sets by Edward Shuster and marks Nazimova's standout screen achievement to date.

Nazimova Rialto Theatre Madame Peacock Metro Rita Weiman Red Lantern Jane Goring Gloria Cromwell The Star Ray Smallwood Rudolph Bergquist Edward Shuster

Pneumonia Month Warns Against Cold Dangers

The piece notes March as a pneumonia prone period after winter, urging prompt treatment of colds to reduce risk. It highlights that pneumonia is a germ disease thriving in the throat and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as an effective expectorant that cures a cold and helps prevent pneumonia. It is described as pleasant for children to take.

Weather forecast from New Orleans bureau and Times note

United States Weather Bureau forecast for New Orleans area reports tonight and Tuesday unsettled weather with possible showers and variable winds as the Telephone Company relays the daily forecast.

United States Weather Bureau New Orleans the Telephone Co

Fort McIntosh Weather Summary Today

Local observations show 24 hour period ending 7 am with a high of 93 degrees and a low of 71 degrees. Wind direction from the southeast.sky conditions clear.

Fort McIntosh

Neblett Returns from Austin After Legislature Session

Representative W. T. Neblett Jr. and wife came home to Laredo from the sixty one day Texas legislative session in Austin. The session adjourned Saturday after passing much legislation. Neblett introduced a road bond relief bill, but it was killed on the house floor by a heavy vote. About a thousand bills were filed. few advanced beyond committees, most dying there.

W. T. Neblett, Jr Laredo Austin Texas Neblett

Big Eastern manufacturers arrive Wednesday morning

Fifty leading Massachusetts manufacturers and bankers will arrive in Laredo at 7 30 am Wednesday March 16 for a forty minute visit. The Chamber of Commerce urges customs brokers manufacturers agents and wholesale jobbers to meet the train at the depot and assist in showcasing the port for trade with Mexico. A complete delegation list is available from Secretary Mully.

Mexico Laredo Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce International Uoe Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Mully

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