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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1922

Page

5

Red River Boundary Ruling Shapes Texas Oklahoma Oil Dispute

Justice Vandeventer’s opinion in the Texas Oklahoma Red River case affirms that Oklahoma’s claim to the riverbed is not well founded while leaving the south bank determination unresolved. The piece notes shifting riverbanks complicate borders and public tensions over drilling rights amid a broader dispute.

Vandeventer Sted Supreme Court Red River Solomon Justice Vandeventer Oklahoma Texas Spain United States Mexican Republic Oklahomia

Proposals on Government Radio Use Stir Public Debate

The piece argues government radio stations should not be used for political campaigning or personal gain. It contends broadcasts like lectures and market reports reach millions and should serve the public good rather than any candidate. It criticizes politicians who push broader uses to sway voters.

Min New Indiana Washington

Turn to the Right at the Rialto Metro

John Golden presents Winchell Smith and John F. Wazzard's Turn to the Right a stage hit turned film Rex Ingram directs for Metro Pictures Showing at the Rialto today tomorrow and Thursday audiences recall its blend of humor and morals with a famed director adding to the laurels of this cinema offering

John Golden Winchell Smith John F. Wazzard Shinbh Marcus Loew Rex Ingram Metro Pictures

Dr William Bowie Leads US Scientist Delegation Today

Dr William Bowie heads the American scientific contingent at the meeting of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics and the International Council. He is Chief of the Division of Geodesy at the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey and has long served in field surveys across many states and overseas territories.

Wiliam Bowie International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics International Research Council Fine United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Lr. Bowie Maryland Trinity College Hartford Conn Lehigh University Porto Rico Philippines Alaska

Grocer Refuses Credit As Customer Walks Out

A Saturday shopper in a grocer shop grows indignant after being asked to carry her own groceries. The grocer explains he cannot assist because his right hand is away with a swollen foot, leaving him unable to help.

Man of Nerve Earns World Admiration

A description praises a man of nerve energy his strong health and robust blood fueling swift decisive action. It highlights a clear reactive brain and steady hand enabling rapid thinking and fast work, attributing his successes to tremendous energy.

Sensapersa relief for nervous indigestion and nerves

An advertisement promises Sety offers quick relief from nervous indigestion brain problems and a terrible feeling of unease caused by failure. It urges immediate use and claims dramatic nerve benefits.

In Memory of Clyde Quinn Song of loss and faith for Clyde Quinn

Prayerful obituary verse mourns Clyde Quinn lost to death. The poem laments his absence from the home and mansion of the cot, comforts his mother and father, and asks Jesus to keep his secret treasures until all meet again on the golden shore.

Clyde Quinn Jesus Jordan Clyde Golden North Heaven

Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsement Ad by Local Barber

A Laredo barber, J. C. Stein, testifies to relief from backache and frequent night awakenings after using Dean's Kidney Pills. The ad promotes the product at 60 cents and credits Oster-Milburn Co. of Buffalo as the manufacturers. It urges others to seek Dean's Kidney Pills for kidney weakness.

Dean Laredo J. C. Stein Barber Lincoln 81 Mr. Stein oster-Milburn Co Mfrs Buffalo N. Y

Laredo Ordinance Fixes Sewer Connection Penalty

City council ordinance of April 18 1922 establishes a misdemeanor penalty for failing to connect buildings within 200 feet to the public sewer under Section 77 of the 1921 plumbing and sewer rules. Repeals conflicting ordinances and names Mayor L Willegar and Secretary A R Garcia.

City of Laredo Recorder’s Court City of Laredo A. D L. Willeegar Texas A. R. Garcia

Laredo Gossip Quotes and Gentle Jabs on Daily Life

A column of humorous asides and observations from Laredo about manners, money, humor, and local quirks. It riffs on trying to please others, small town ethics, dress codes, and the habit of believing flattery over truth in a breezy, anecdotal voice.

Appreciation Letter From Near East Relief Recipient

Mrs Jos Shahady Laredo receives thanks from Anna Waller associate director of Near East Relief for a clothing box. Credit tallies 364 pounds at 75c per pound totaling 273.00 plus $131.06 in cash contributions from Laredo equals 417.69. Recognition notes personal sacrifice and service.

Jos. Shahady Anna Waller Houston Texas Jos Shebady Lareda Pexae Near’ East Near Fast Laredo Anna Wallen

Auction Sale of surplus motor transport supplies

Public auction at the Court House in Laredo Texas on Tuesday May 16 1922 at 10 00 A M offers surplus motor transport supplies including one Ford touring car The Government reserves the right to reject any and all bids Terms cash at time of sale Purchaser must remove property within 48 hours after sale Captain H M Murphy 4th Cavalry motor transport officer prompts sale details.

Court House Laredo Texas Co. H. Murphy 4Th Cavalry

Good Roads Move Elevates U S Bankhead Highway at Phoenix

Enthusiastic leaders report a new era for the Bankhead Highway as Texas Mexico division gains support for a southern branch. Opposing views at the Phoenix meeting dissolve as Texas delegates secure cooperation, framing Laredo as the gateway and aiming to extend the route to Washington D C.

U.S. Good Roads Association Transcontinental Bankhead Highway Association Phoenix Arizona Laredo el Paso Mexico Mexica Oxlahoma Texas Bankhead Mally Texas-Mexico Taredo Emer Assembly Thredo

Rain disrupts Laredo onion shipments. total reaches 1454 cars

Heavy rains delayed harvest and packing as fields remained muddy. Only fourteen carloads left last night, six via I. and G. N. road and eight via Texas-Mexican. Total shipments to date reach 1454 cars with the season nearing end this week.

Cough Remedy Promoted For Young Children

A fragment discusses a cough remedy claimed to cure whooping cough in children under five. The piece asserts that when no paregoric or opiate is given the disease shortens and danger is minimal, praising Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as pleasant to take.

Chamberlain

WellsDrilling Expands in Schott Field and Webb County

In Schott Field Monday two additional wells were completed raising output. The South Plains-Coursen Matches Company, a major operator in Webb County, reports multiple rigs active with Song Plains and Aguilares prospects. Charles P. Carter oversees drilling with plans for at least ten wells, including Miranda City and Laredo district sites. Gas shows at Aguilares indicate abundant gas at multiple depths.

Webb Nlc Thare Céni Carnahan Carnahan No. 1 Shasta No. 1 South Plains -Coursen- Matches Co Hig California Expct Miranda City Aguilares Laredo Laredo Distret

Steers From Laredo Hit Depot and People's Markets

A shipment of fine fat steers arrives in Laredo and goes on sale at the Depot market and People's market. The notice lists the People's market phone number 1260 and makes a general sales appeal to buyers.

Bealdes Readies Texas Mexican Blue Crags Convention Delegates

About 150 accredited delegates from Texas and Mexico gather for the Mexican Blue Crags Society three day session starting Thursday. Mexican consuls from San Antonio and Brownsville join officials from New York and San Francisco among others. The conference, with under secretary Saenz and other government figures, promises a distinguished turnout aided by a special round trip rail rate to Laredo.

Bealdes Texas México Blue Crags Society Thureday San Antonio Brownsville Cdr Chitty Ork San Francisco Hodbea Oca Eiari Laredo Saenz

Proclamation for Mexican Blue Cross Fundraising in Laredo

Mayor L Villegas proclaims May 6 1922 as Tag Day to support a convention of delegates from Mexican cities in the Republic of Mexico. The event aims to advance the Mexican Blue Cross akin to the American Red Cross with voluntary contributions solicited by committee, secretary A R Garcia noted.

Republic ‘of Mexico

Correction to price for plans and supervision in city project

In a correction to The Times the author notes a misstatement about charges for plans and specifications. The price for plans alone is 8 percent of cost. with supervision furnished the rate is per cent. The engineer in charge of the City Disposal Plant construction is Clarence Jeffrins.

Times Nso Clarence Jefprrins

Cut Flowers Floral Deal

Brief classified notice lists a floral deal description with contact phone 660 and a date segment 4-7 ay. The readable text is fragmentary but indicates a cut flowers sale or service offering with a phone contact.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Uctea Abner Charley Smiths Louise F. W. Mally U. S Schott Schott Field South Plaine-Coursen.Matches Co Grose L. Villegas A.R. Garcia Mirando City Mirando Lumber Co Mirando City,Texas J. M. Sallee Clingenpeel Webb County Lumber Co
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