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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1922
Page
6
The soldier bonus bill advances in the House with a strong two thirds vote and broad GOP and some Democratic support. Analysts say it may face trouble in the Senate but praise from veterans could boost backing as Congress nears adjournment.
Representative Garner urged robust federal troop patrols along the border to curb cattle and horse theft and potential killings, noting historical bandit raids during Carranza's era. He warned that complacency near Columbus and La nd may invite renewed danger despite friendly relations.
Tomorrow at Lengton Park two games start at 2 30 PM with the Laredo League squads. the first pairs the Redes and Knights of Columbus, followed by Milmo Nationals versus Fort McIntosh. Ties exist between the Laredo and Milmo clubs and will be resolved on a future date.
The last polo match of the Fourth Cavalry schedule is set for tomorrow at 2:30 PM at the aviation field in Laredo. The First Team faces the All-Stars of Red Blue and Yellow as the Fourth Cavalry plans a spring tour, with departure to San Antonio on April 2 and a May 1 return.
J. B. Rutland state director of agricultural education in Texas spent yesterday in Laredo. He visited Laredo High School and inspected vocational programs, praising the students for their work.
Webb county fields report Kanaka No 1 in Schott field near Mirando City producing 400 to 500 barrels daily and Laredo Oil Co No 2 in Miranda City field exceeding 200 barrels. Bruni area sees a boom with Townsite Co selling lots while several firms plan deeper tests and new drilling as leases surge in Zapata and Webb counties.
The Laredo Chamber of Commerce Kiwanis Club and Rotary Club presented the need for a solid highway from Laredo to the oil fields east and southeast. County Judge Winslow and the commissioners court, with Highway Engineer Spence, reviewed the matter and pledged immediate steps to improve road access amid rising traffic to Mirando City and nearby fields.
Fausto Trevisio of the National Railways of Mexico says a March 23 circular authorizes Piedras Negras Nuevo Laredo and Matamoros agents to collect 10 pesos instead of 18 for inbound cross border cars. American lines at Laredo did not require the charge, but N R of M aligned with Southern Pacific tariff to prevent discrimination.
Laredo residents can witness premier vaudeville from the Majestic circuit at Rialto Theater Sunday and Monday. The Marmein Sisters perform drama dances, Ruth Marr sings, and Billie and Eddie Gorman headline Topics of the Day in Song, praised nationwide.
Captain and Mrs. Booth of the Salvation Army toured Texas Louisiana and Arkansas for two days promoting young people’s work. Mrs. Booth, one of the McAlester sisters known as The Angel of the Trenches, recounted front line service in France and sang Beautiful Jesus. Captain Booth outlined ongoing Salvation Army work home and abroad, urging support for efforts now and after the war.
Community calendar items include the Lenten Market at Stowera Store and multiple church group meetings at the Pres Church Baptist Church and Christian Church. Updates cover announcements, reports, and a wedding at the Rosenbaum home with Freidin. civic club activities with delegate arrangements and ticket sales for a Mexican luncheon.
A March 26 dispatch from Constantinople reports a prose poem by Sebuh Stepanian proposing a patron saint figure for Armenians. The piece envisions an energetic youth as a symbol of generosity, linking Armenia to America as a spiritual nation.
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