Secret oil pact rumour rattles Russia coalitions
Genoa reports a claimed secret agreement between the Soviet government and the Unified Shell of companies to control oil sales and production in Russia. The article notes strong British and American interests, especially Standard Oil, and cites denials yet ongoing negotiations. It discusses broader geopolitical tensions and public reactions to leaders like Woodrow Wilson.
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Genoa
Shell
Russia
Pks2
United States
Paghiad
Nae Siate
Mexico
British Columbia
Patagonia
Captain of His Soul Refuses Sympathy for a Stricken Leader
The piece praises former President Wilson for courage amid disability after a stroke. It notes his cheerful humor, refusal of public pity, and fortitude as he endures weakness and a damaged constitution while remaining dignified and resolute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodrow Wilson
Our Land
Tonger
Wilson
Americk
Laredo Gossip Reaches A Weekend Beat
A colorful column from Laredo reflects on local mood and social scenes. Observers discuss crowds, fashion, flappers, and idle hours as a lighthearted snapshot of city life with playful quips about court politics and everyday conduct.
Chamberlain's Liniment Said to Relieve Lumbago Pain
A Brockport New York woman reports Chamberlain's Liniment cured her lumbago after a year ago summer and says the back pain and mobility restrictions disappeared quickly with regular application. The ad-style testimonial describes sudden onset pain in the back and advises rest and ointment for recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
FL. J. Dann
Brockport
N. Y
Aldermen Resign. City Plans Special Election
The city council accepted resignations from Ward No. 1 Aldermen J. DaCamara and J. Moore and Ward No.4 Alderman Aug Richter. The body approved sewer work on Iturbide and Matamoros streets and set a May 27 special election for permanent street improvements. The council also warned about city bills and adjourned to May 8.
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L. Villegas
Henry
Leyvendecker
Martin
Salinas
Brennan
Moore
DaCamara
Richter
P. J. McKeon
Iturbide Street
San Enrique Avenue
San Pablo Avenue
Matamoros Street
San Enrique
San Pablo
McKeon
Santiago Sandoval
Itf
Laredo
B.D. Ruiz
Puebla
Wm. H. Nelle
Chas, Deutz
Market Street
Aacate Bridge
Said Street
St. R. Co
the Heights
J. B. DaCamara
Aug. C. Richter
Leyendecker
J. R. Moore
Salinas Mued
Chicago
Giants
Cubs
Finance Committee
Laredo Hotels Under Fire as Overbuilding Debate Rages
The Times argues against overbuilding hotels in Laredo amid oil and onion shipment hype. It cites failed projects in Fastertland and near the river, warns limited demand will leave many hotels half empty, and emphasizes the Hamilton and Little Annex as core, while predicting tight margins and high costs.
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Laredo
Ranger
Lee Roy
Bender
Tonia Geoing
Haimlilton
Austin
Wanco
St. Louis
Memphis
New Orleans
Cincinnati
EL Paso
Sht.co
Flamilton
Little Annex
Hamilton
Jarvis Plaza
Martin Plaza
Birthday Anniversaries Highlight Prominent Figures
Andre Chevrillon arrives in America to represent the Academie Francaise at the Moliere tercentenary. Julia Arthur, noted stage actress, born in Tamiton Ontario. Rt. Rev. Arthur S. Lloyd, suffragan bishop of New York, born in Virginia. Arthur W. Moulton, Episcopal missionary bishop of Utah, born in Worcester Massachusetts.
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Andre Chevrillon
America
Academie Francaise
Julia Arthur
Tamiton
Ont
Arthur S. Lloyd
Episcopal Diocese of
New York
Alexandria County
Arthur W. Moulton
Utah
Worcester
Mass
Thanks for support in our hour of trouble
We express heartfelt thanks to friends who visited us during our sorrow and supported us with flowers and kind interest, helping bear the burden.
Prominent Oil Operator Eyes Laredo Field Expansion
Allen Pollock, a California oil operator tied to the Midway field, views Webb County Laredo prospects for development. Wilkens Seacord No 1 near the Burnley field shows promise with 1,400 feet casing and anticipated big production. Cole Petroleum Co at Cuellar tract near Bruni reports near-surface rock that may indicate a dome suitable for large output in the Laredo district.
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Allen Pollock
California
Midway
Laredo
Pollock
Webb County
Carolina-Texas
Burnley
Schott
Gassers, & Schott OU Co
South Plains
Carnahan
Jn Caseholders Producing & Refining Fo
J. J. Ross
South Plains- Coursen-Matches Co
Graves Et al
Bolan Syndicate
Shasta No
Man-Oka No. T
Cole Petroleum Co
Cuellar
Bruni
Convention of Blue Cross to Convene in Laredo May 4 7
Mexican Blue Cross Society holds its first annual Texas Mexico convention in Laredo starting May 4 with entertainment and sessions through May 7. Delegates from five Mexican consuls and at least 150 Texas attendees join the parade civic ceremonies and formal meetings.
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Mexican Blue Cross Socety
Texas
Csn
Wll
E. D. Ruiz
Royal Opera House
Uder
Mexican Blue Cross Society of
Nuevo Laredo
Aaron Saenz
Chambers of Commerce
Laredos
Mexican Blue Cross
Laredo
Mexico
Collision on the Heights Ends with Minor Injuries and Damaged Cars
On Market Street near the Heights School a Dodge roadster and a Dort touring car collide after a Ford turns abruptly. D M Garner and two friends ride in the Dort. Garner suffers a slight head injury but all survive. The Ford fled the scene, leaving the other two vehicles heavily damaged.
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Market Street
Ileights
Heights School
Dodge
Ford
M. &. Trasseil
Jack Meyers
Dort
Notice to Onion Growers from Sames Moore & Co
Sanes Moore & Co of Laredo Texas reports to onion growers planning seed orders for next season. They will visit soon to confirm book orders up to 3000 lbs Yellow Bermuda 1000 to 1500 lbs Crystal Wax seed guaranteed new crop high germination and price competition. Federico Varela Teneriffe 6 8 61.
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Sames
Moore & Co
Sanes
Laredo
Texas
Bermuda
Federico Varela
Teneriffe
Bishop Hendrix to lead Methodist conference at Hot Springs
Bishop Eugene R. Hendrix presides over the quadrennial general conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church South opening today in Hot Springs Arkansas. A noted clergyman educator he spent more than fifty years in ministry and thirty five as a bishop. Born in Missouri seventy five years ago he earned an A B at Wesleyan University and studied theology at Union Theological Seminary. He served Leavenworth Kansas and numerous Missouri communities, led Central College for eight years, taught at Vanderbilt and Emory, and from 1908 to 1912 led the Federal Council of Churches of Christ in America.
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Eugene R. Hendrix
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
Hot Springs
Ark
Missouri
Wesleyan University
Union Theological Seminary
Leavenworth
Kas
Central College
Vanderbilt University
Emory College
Hendrix
Federal Council of Churches of Christ In America
Proclamation Invites Mexican Blue Cross Delegates in Laredo
Mayor L. Villegas proclaims a convention of Mexican Blue Cross delegates in Laredo from May 4 to 6 1922 to promote humanitarian work similar to the American Red Cross. A tag day on May 6 1922 is set to collect voluntary contributions for the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic of Mexico
Idol of Boston Fans Shines This Season
Bill Carrigan draws praise as the idol of Boston fans this season though he has been away from the game for several years. The feature notes his enduring appeal and return to form captivating local sports followers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Carrigan
Boston
Bill
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J. O. Quinn and Family
Laneno Feld
Seacord
Miselle Johnson
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