Unemployment relief plan faces tax and oversight questions
The piece argues the Mor rison AFL plan has merit but requires congressional action and local funding. It notes federal and state hurdles, the need for road spending, and rising taxes to fund public works while questioning public support and potential strikes that could worsen unemployment. It also criticizes defense of Bergdoll and wartime moral issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Morrison
American Federation of Labor
Congress
Texas
Morrison
Building Trades Council of the
Labor Federation
Bergdoll case reveals profit from defense work
Investigation into the Bergdoll case grows more revolting as it shows attorneys profiting from defending a slacker rather than pursuing duty or prison. The rich Wergdoll family and sons opposed to fighting allegedly fueled wartime profiteering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wergdolls
Dodger
Nia
Today in History and Events Across Nation
The eleventh anniversary of King George’s accession is observed today. Oscar W. Underwood of Alabama begins his 60th year. The National League of State Normal Schools holds its annual oratorical contest at Warrensburg Missouri. Women’s tennis stars sail to compete in European championships. Over 500 clergy attend the consecration of Rev. Dr. William T. Manning as Bishop of the Protestant Episcopal diocese of New York at St John the Divine Cathedral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
England
Oscar W. Underwood
Alabama
U. S. Senate
National League of State Normal Schools
Warrensburg
America
William T. Manning
Protestant Episcopal Diocese of
New York
St. John the Divine
New York City
United States Marshal's Sale in Texas Court
United States marshal sale notice for the Southern District of Texas by order of sale issued April 20, 1921. Public auction to be held May 14, 1921 at 10:00 a.m. in front of the Federal Building for cash. Vehicle: One Packard Automobile model 1914 seat C 43365 engine 35769.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern District of Texas
United States District Court For
Federal Building
Packard Automobile
Notice to Delinquent Tax Payers in Laredo 1883 to 1920
Notice to all persons indebted to the City of Laredo for taxes for any year from 1883 to 1920 inclusive. Call and pay promptly to the city tax collector or suit will be brought to foreclose the tax lien, sell the property, and add penalties interest and costs. Legal action will greatly increase your burden and double your taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Bridal couple rides to church in donkey cart
A bride and groom in an English town traveled to their wedding in a donkey cart with friends in taxicabs following. An old belief warned that those born in the last seven days of the year would “dye a wicked de Dethe.”
Speaker Henry Whitley Named New Commons Speaker
The Rt Hon Henry Whitley becomes Speaker of the British House of Commons with a salary of 20000 dollars a year and free use of a Westminster residence with staff and royal comforts. Upon leaving, he receives a pension and a town house plus a pension for life. He already has a substantial fortune from the cotton industry and has served in Parliament since 1900.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Whitley
House of Commons
Great Palace of
Westminster
Polish forces Entered Kieff One Year Ago Today
A historical note recalls Polish forces entering Kieff as of one year prior. It also notes Governor Coolidge of Massachusetts vetoed a 2.75 beer bill, reflecting contemporary political developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kieff
Coolidge of
Masschusetts
Gentle Laxative Effect of Chamberlain's Tablets
The text notes that Chamberlain's Tablets have a very mild laxative action, so gentle that users may hardly realize a medicine produced it.
Fort McIntosh Notes Regimental Parade and Games
The weekly regimental parade is planned for 5 PM under Major D M Cheston Jr. Company L beat Company D 10 to 6 in a fast game as crowds roared. Sunday’s game is expected to draw a record crowd as the Post aims to beat Laredo. Coach Stack promises aggressive, teamwork filled play. Saturday morning the Machine Gun Companies D Kaiser M Seymour will leave for a week of target firing. A sacred band concert begins Sunday at 9 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. M. Cheston, Jr
Laredo
Stack
A. H. Dumas
J. KR. Kaiser
P. W. Seymour
Evils of Constipation and Preventive Advice
A brief note warns constipation can lead to appendicitis and urges regular bowels. It extols Chamberlains Tablets as an easy, mild remedy.
Whooping Cough Cure Promoted In Ad Claim
An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a safe pleasant treatment for whooping cough especially in children under five. It argues the disease shortens with the remedy and that many epidemics have shown pronounced success, claiming no paregoric or opiates are needed.
Zapata County Oil Maps and Local Classifieds
Several small items detail oil prospects near Zapata and Webb counties, drilling plans near Laredo, a corsetiere agency, plumbing and floral service ads, a prohibition-era anecdote about confiscated booze, auto painting, and local baseball results at Caliche Park with Milmo National Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zapata County
D. G. de Arkos
Iturbide Street
Mary F. Thomas
Spirelia Co
Washington St
Webb County
Laredo
Juarez Plumbing
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Bergdoll
Children of
Benedict Arnold
Marc Antony
Caesar
A. Saft
Chicago
Paris
France
L. Villegas & Company
John C. Buenz Lumber CO
Charles C. Sherriff
Santa Maria Avenue
F. M. Ramsay
Chamberlain’s
Fort Mcintosh
Company L
Company D
Rooters
Don’e
Geof. & Alta
Parma
Palmer
Ramos Drug
G. A. Stowers Furniture Co
Muller, Mann & Moser
Hamilton Hotel
Witting & Johnston
Juarez Avenue
Caliche Ball Park
A. Lovey
Green
Phone Crockett
Avenue C
8Th St
San Antonio
Fidel Cantu
Caliche Park
Laredos
Milmo National Bank
Milmo
Camphius & Co
Will W. Gregg
Times Office
Farragut Street
Manuel Cruz
BIG Tire Bargains
Citizens Auto Company
Cor
Houston St. & Sta, Maria Ave
ISIT
Kamrass Komfy Kushions
J.C. Netzer Company
Market Square
Lincoln St
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