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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1919
Page
18
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The piece denounces Eugene Debs for going to jail over opposing conscription and the U S war effort. It argues Debs violated the law by preaching sedition and undermining the will of the people, and faults him for seeking martyrdom while harming others and choosing to be a political goat.
A commentary argues that a prison inmate's potential to spread revolution would blame his keepers, while accusing The Nation of aiding pro-German interests and failing to be truly national. The piece likens the editor to Debs and calls out perceived socialistic, anarchistic writing.
A historical column warns of Turkish plans to destroy the mosque of Saint Sophia in Constantinople. The piece portrays the act as a betrayal against Christian heritage, urges a strong protest, and calls for more troops to protect the site amid geopolitical tensions.
Rev W L Barr argues in a Methodist church sermon that prayer cannot alter God's fixed will but can align human will with divine intention. He emphasizes Satan's interference, the need for willing hearts, and that united prayer helps God extend his best to each person, uplifting minds toward divine purposes.
The origin of macaroni is traced to a Greek phrase meaning the blessed dead, referencing ancient feasts for departed souls. The note cites Rovaes as a source.
A brief promotion notes subscribing to THE TIMES with a 50 cent per month rate, inviting readers to watch for opportunities.
A large parade and rally in Laredo boosted Victory Bond support. A camouflaged six ton German drives tank led the march with Privates DeFoe and Parker at the controls. Major Ryerson and Major Kenney urged subscriptions, yielding 19000 in pledges. The day featured Army bands, Red Cross and local officials, with the tank later heading to Corpus Christi for further Bond activity.
A historical note extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for loosening phlegm and aiding expectoration to keep the cough from tightening the chest. It asserts the preparation is excellent for relief.
Kelly Field defeated Thirty seventh Infantry in both Saturday 2 0 2 and Sunday 7 6 games at Caliche Park. Crowds cheered as airmen from Kelly Field performed low altitude stunt flying around the ballpark and through the city, drawing wide acclaim.
The funeral for Miss Placida Hall was held Saturday evening from the residence to San Agustin church and the Catholic cemetery. Pallbearers included Refugio Trevisio and Agustin Salinas among others. honorary pallbearers named Arturo Herrera and Matias Guerra. A large floral tribute and young ladies in white accompanied the service. May she rest in peace.
The Tuesday Music and Literary Club extends thanks to Mrs. A. C. Hamilton Mrs. Adelaide Gebhardt Macdonald and Miss Zara Mowry for managing the Royal Theater entertainment Tuesday evening. Gratitude to all participants and to business firms and City Drug Co for ticket sales and generous advertisements.
Onion shipments out of Laredo remain heavy with 53 carloads sent Saturday night and nine carloads last night, totaling 62 carloads since the last report. Since April when the season opened, 428 carloads have been shipped as strong demand and prices persist across markets.
W C Giddens known as Connie, 35, a Laredo resident since infancy, died at Mercy Hospital at 1 AM from two gunshot wounds. Mexican youth Pablo Cortez, about 17, fired on him with a Winchester after an earlier altercation. Cortez fled across the Rio Grande. Giddens, a former manager of Laredo Iron Works, leaves a wife, five children, and three sisters. Funeral set for 4 PM Tuesday from Scribner residence on Guatemazin Street Heights.
Mexican Consul Mena Brito in San Antonio reports many Mexicans who came for wartime work are now unemployed and destitute, lacking food and means to return home. He asks for funds to feed and aid the unfortunates and to repatriate them, while criticizing anti American misrepresentation.
The remains of George H. Winch, prominent local businessman, arrived from Rochester Minnesota and were taken to 1519 Farragut street. A Sunday service at the Presbyterian church followed by interment featured active pallbearers Ed Russell Oliver Royle K Mims J W Mussett Louis Alexander and F A Lattig and honorary pallbearers John Colman J W Thompson F M Ramsay John O Buenz Robert McCulloch and T A Austin.
Grape Camp No. 255 announces Clerk G R Weber has resigned due to leaving the city and N A Millar is duly elected to fill the vacancy. Dues should be paid to Millar in the Customs Rooms, Second Floor, Federal Building. J S Westbrook, Consul Commander.
Guadalupe Martinez and Gerardo Hinojosa were arrested Saturday night by City Marshal Brennan and Night Marshal Mendiola on a violation of the ten mile zone law. They were given a preliminary trial this morning and bound over to the district court grand jury in $500 bond each, which they failed to post.
London Tit-Bits reports a bizarre incident where a greyhound allegedly killed itself by attempting to catch a fly on its back. The piece presents a curt, wry tone typical of the era’s society pages.
A large audience attended the first of a series of special Sunday evening services at the Methodist Church. The choir excelled and Rev Barr announced plans for longer evening services through the hot weather. The pastor spoke on civilizational issues and expressed strong satisfaction with the opening night.
Beginning Saturday May 3 and every Saturday through summer our weight offices and warehouses will close at 1 p.m. Agents listed include W S Cantrell J & G N Ry G W Spragu re H G Cacamara RG & El P Ry. Dated 4 26 86.
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