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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1920
Page
2
Friday's Daily reports Samuel Gompers denouncing the president’s proposed industrial board as likely to fail. He argues existing dispute machinery, run by organized labor, is simpler and more effective than outside board control, warning a one sided worker dominated system risks bias and law avoidance.
The article extols enlisting in the Signal Corps highlighting travel, Alaska hunting and fishing passes, and ample clothing. It notes a military cable line in Alaska and overland lines in Washington, praising telegraphy and radio work as vital, with opportunities for young men in Texas and beyond. It stresses the corps as essential, shaping civil life and future invention, urging immediate enlistment.
A man of nerve energy stands out in his successes as others admire him. He has strong nerves and rich blood guiding his body. With clear eye, active brain and steady hand he acts quickly and works fast. His tremendous energy ensures success.
The Jewish festival of Passover begins Friday evening April 2 and ends Saturday April 10 for strict adherents while liberal Jews end April 9. Originating as an agrarian festival it shifted toward an historical event and spiritual meaning. In spring it symbolizes liberty and freedom from tyranny and bondage.
Flores, Northside Market Square, lists prices: California pink beans eight cents per pound, Jewel black handle brooms ninety cents each, Balboa sardines eighteen cents per can, six packages Searchlight matches thirty cents, with every other article in proportion. Phone 249.
Constance Talmadge stars in A Virtuous Vamp at the Strand starting Tuesday. John Emerson and Anita Loos adapt Clyde Fitch's The Bachelor for First National Exhibitors Circuit. Talmadge plays a girl whose captivating smile brings many heart throbs.
Why Colds Are Dangerous explains how a cold weakens lungs and lowers vitality, increasing risk of serious diseases like pneumonia consumption diphtheria scarlet fever and whooping cough. It notes quicker recovery reduces danger and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a trusted pleasant remedy.
Charter members of the Rotary Club for the proposed local installation were the focus of a noon luncheon today at the Metropolitan Cafe. Speakers discussed the new civic activity and its planned start in the community.
Attention announces longer Saturday hours beginning April 1 with the shop staying open until 10 p m and until 12 p m on Saturdays A G Linares proprietor notice dated March 26 1f
Economy Salvage House offers 20,000 Army shoes 1,000 Army wool shirts 300 Army cotton mattresses 20,000 Army leggings and many other articles plus 1,000 pairs of ladies shoes new at less than cost of manufacture located at 1701 Hidalgo Street 3 3 tf.
March 26 marks reflections on James Hutton's death in Edinburgh in 1797, with dates noting 1812 Venezuela earthquake losses, 1823 poet Margaret Davidson born in Plattsburgh, 1838 death in Saratoga, 1870 Soule’s diverse political career and New Orleans birth, 1831 Bucharest capital, 1882 Irish Moonlighters, and 1888 International Council of Women meeting in Washington.
A Mexican woman hiding about a thousand pesos in a room on the Nuevo Laredo side left it under a loose floor plank during baggage inspection. She reported the loss after crossing to the other side, and the money was later found intact where she had hidden it.
During the war many youth visited foreign lands and returned home. The Signal Corps seeks radio and telegraph operators for Alaska service with pay up to 110 dollars monthly plus lodging and clothing. Inducements are highlighted as superior to outside jobs, aiming to attract skilled telegraphers.
George F. Daniels of Hardwick Vermont, proprietor of the Hardwick Inn, endorses Chamberlain's Tablets as the best laxative for occasional use. He notes his sedentary habits necessitate relief and praises the product as superior to others he has tried.
The United States Weather Bureau forecast for New Orleans area states tonight will be fair and warmer, followed by a Saturday that is also expected to be fair.
Observations for Fort McIntosh show a max temperature of 83.8 degrees and a minimum of 46 degrees over the 24 hours ending at 7 am. Wind direction is generally north and skies are clear.
Alvaro Pena, a Merchants State Bank employee who vanished weeks ago, is en route to Laredo after being captured near Mexico City. Indicted by a district court grand jury for embezzling about 94 000 dollars, Pena reportedly confessed that I G Palacios and Manuel Vara were the real robbers. He offered police money to secure release, saying it was for bond.
Inquiries about oil operations flood the Times from all sections as rumors claim oil near Laredo will spark a rush. Notices advertise Home Made Eats sale by St Peter's Church and a St Royle Mims sale. Civil case Alanis v Vela drags through, while local commerce and services run adlike. Born today to Mr and Mrs Rafael Gonzalez a girl. Local plumbing, shoe repair and furniture ads appear with several businesses in Lincoln Street and Juarez. The Laredo High School basketball team prepares to meet Eagle Pass for the Southwest Texas championship.
Freight bureau officials report a critical shortage of refrigerator cars affecting Southwest Texas onion shipments. The Interstate Commerce Commission vows immediate action to supply sufficient cars, with Laredo growers relying on Congressman Garner to secure relief before peak shipping begins. Daily moves average fifty cars, sometimes nearly a hundred, with trains serving markets nationwide.
Banana nut and lemon ice cream go for Sunday specials from Consumers Ice Co. Ready Saturday afternoon, order by phone 145. March 26, 1921.
A vintage advertisement promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild vegetable remedy for constipation and biliousness. It claims the product eases digestion without griping and restores normal liver and bowel action, with soothing olive oil content and bedtime use, priced 10c or 25c per box.
Citizens of Laredo will honor Colonel Beaumont B. Buck with a 100 cover banquet at Hotel Hamilton Cafe at 7 30 pm tomorrow, in advance of his departure next week to a new post. The event expresses public regret and hope for his future return.
The Maria Caballe company staged Dollar Princess to a large Royal Opera House audience. The familiar light opera impressed with fine costumes and scenery. Tonight the company presents La Reina del Carnaval.
A sale of home made eats fancy work and flowers will be held this Saturday at the home of Mrs Boyle Mims organized by the ladies of St Peter's Church. Proceeds benefit church activities and community aid.
With four or five regulars missing from training camp the White Sox struggle to perfect team play. The article notes key missing players limit practice time and cohesion as they prepare for the season.
J. E. Applewhite of Crescent Garage at 1420 Lincoln Street announces services as an expert gladiator repairman with guaranteed work. The notice is dated March 20, 1961.
Judge Lane of the Rio Grande Oil & Gas Co said drilling at Santo Tomas tract had reached about 209 feet with casing set and operations advancing quickly. Bor-Tex Oil Co on the L. KR. Ortiz ranch near Laredo neared 68 feet and expected to pass 100 feet by night. No reports were received from Imperial Oil & Development Co west of Webb, Cactus Oil Co north of Webb, Hughes Oil Co south of Torrecillas, or the operator on La Perla ranch southeast of Laredo.
Called meeting of Laredo Lodge No. 547 A F and A M Friday at 7 30 p m Work in F G C degree All visiting brethren invited to attend Fritz Werner W M
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