Sinking The Lusitania and Neutral Ships Sparks U S Debate
The Lusitania torpedoing alarms Americans as warnings against sailing on German flagged vessels surface. Officials hint at consequences for Germany while noting neutral passengers, including women and children, deserve protection and seeking possible U S naval steps to deter future attacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Count Bernstorff
Germany
New York
France
United States
Gulflight
Frye
Civic Spirit and Civic Duty in Laredo
A renowned civic lecturer visits Laredo to inspire local pride and urge greater public effort. Miss Van Buren argues children must learn to work for the city as part of their education, while adults share responsibility beyond paying taxes to keep streets clean and communities sanitary. The piece cites Japanese practice of individual street upkeep as a model of civic spirit contributing to national progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
City
Commonwealth
Jaredo
Civic responsibility and youth shown as future hope in Laredo column
The article advocates early civic education in schools stressing Japanese spirit of responsibility and the role of Miss Van Buren. It lauds local clubs like the Woman's Club and Heights Civic Club for shaping the next generation, warning that current fault lies with adults if youths falter. It notes aging war memory and shifting global tensions with Russia and Japan.
Turbulent War News and Italian Stance Emerges
The piece notes Allied advances toward Constantinople while Turkey predicts defeat. It cites Italian detachment from combat and reports urging peaceful solutions via papal guidance for German and Austrian clergy and students leaving cities. Italy's reluctance to fight is implied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Baby Speed Kings Race At Frisco
Miniature cars manned by boys will race here today and tomorrow in the Vanderbilt cup events. Harry Hartz, titled junior master driver of the world, defends his honors against aspiring youth from across the country. Cars reach speeds of 60 to 70 miles an hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
May
Harry Hartz
Explorer Stefansson Believed Alive by Arctic Captain
Captain O A Rannevik of the Corwin believes Stefansson may still be alive among blond Eskimos near the Arctic circle. The mystery surrounding the Canadian expedition remains unresolved without Stefansson's own account. The voyage will scout walrus areas, gather hides, and paddle a small canning factory to test Arctic meat for temperate markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Vilhjalmar Stefansson
O. A. Ranevik
Corwin
Arctic Circle
Stefansson
Rannevik
Aannevik
Laredo Racing Teams Win Clark Trophy At Waco Meet
Laredo Fire Department racing team plus Paris Rule Teams Nos. 1 and 2 return home amid public praise. Clark trophy won by Paris Rule Team No. 2. reception planned at Firemen’s Hall. Team roster lists Gus Schmitt Carlos Richter Robert Kilsby and others with officers George Page C Bigio Percy Winch J W Falvella and more. Races on June 9 pit team members against ward squads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Henry Histetter
George R. Page
C. C. Bigio
Percy Winch
J. W. Falvella
Claude Bigden
Albert Savey
Henry Crumpler
Ed. Moser
Alphonse Wormser
Judge Page
Biggio
Waco
Laredo Racing
Ward
Reception to Bishop Capers Arrives in Laredo
Rt Rev William Theodotus Capers, bishop of West Texas, arrives in Laredo for his first episcopal visitation. He will preach at Christ Church and confirm church members. An informal reception at Mr Albert Martin’s home Monday will welcome the bishop to the parish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Theodotus Capers
West Texas
Episcopal Church
Laredo
Christ Church
Bishop Capers
Albert Martin
Bids Sought for Two Reinforced Concrete Bridges Across Creeks
The Street and Bridge Committee will receive separate bids for constructing two reinforced concrete bridges across Zacate and Chacon creeks, contingent on a future bond election. Bids are due at City Secretary’s office by June 15, 1915 at 10 am with plans available there. Private plans may be obtained for ten dollars. the city may reject any bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zacate
Chacon
Westbrook
Hairman
Street & Bridge Committee
Injured Men Doing Nicely After Collision
Doctors report Dan H Hickey and William Beaman injured in a head on railroad motor car crash are improving. Joumian, with a broken leg and arm cuts, rests easily and is not in danger. Hickey has serious internal and external injuries with a restful night and slight morning improvement. Lung tissue rupture and rib tearing cause pain and require careful care to aid recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan H. Hickey
William Beaman
Joumian
Hickey
Sterling
Notre Dame Lady Offers Free Home Rheumatism Cure
A Notre Dame woman invites sufferers of rheumatism nerve pains and backache to write for a free home treatment claim. The remedy allegedly removes uric acid from blood loosens stiff joints purifies the blood and restores vitality without climate change. Address Mrs Mo Summers Box R Notre Dame Ind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mo Summers
Notre Dame, Lad
Onion growers urged to grade and pack for higher prices
The Bermuda onion growers and Secretary E. Denike urge strict grading and packing to boost returns. They claim proper grading could lift shipments from Laredo district to as much as 852000 dollars f o b Laredo, versus 200000 with poor packing. A system by M T Cogley at Santa Rosa farm hand sorts onions by variety and size at the South Laredo Association warehouse, inviting public visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onion Growers Committee
E. Denike
Bermuda
Laredo
F. O. B Laredo
F. O. B. Laredo
Santa Rosa Farm
M. T Cogley
Santa Rosa
South
Funeral for Nuevo Laredo Mayor Ezequiel Reyes Held Today
The funeral for Ezequiel Reyes mayor of Nuevo Laredo will be held this afternoon after he died yesterday from an apoplexy at his home. Reyes, a bakery owner, was a key figure in the city through several political shifts including the Huerta and Carranza eras. He leaves a family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ezequiel Reyes
Nuevo Laredo
Times
Reyes
Laredo
Madero
Mexico
Huerta
Huertistas
Carrancistas
Humberto Rodriguez
Encinal
Humberto
Notice to the Public From J W Hopkins Market
Southeast corner of the market offers fresh fish and oysters daily served to order. Oysters sold by the dozen or hundred and select fish by the pound for takeout. No delivery service. Hopkins, Shorty, 729tt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Hopkins
Jury selection proceeds in McCoy murder trial at Fort McIntosh
Everett McCoy a corporal in the quartermaster department faces murder charges in the death of Private William Banks. Judges and lawyers struggle to seat a fair panel as two venires exhausted and a third is called. Jurors express death penalty scruples and opinions formed from Times coverage, delaying the process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everett McCoy
Quartermaster’s Department
Fort McIntosh
William Banks
Fourteenth Cavalry
McCoy
J. W. Kenney
John Ll. Dannelley
Walls
W. M. Chase
M. A Harper
Isaac Garza
C. B. Hastings
R. P. Woodard
J. B. Morton
M. W Brennan
Antonio Perez
W. J. Carpenter
E. D. Rowe
Times
Love Laughs at Death as Groom Marries Wounded Bride
Dan Cupid wins again as Ciro Sanchez shoots himself over poverty but survives nocturnal injury and marries his beloved Maria Salas. Justice Benavides seals the marriage as the couple begins life together despite the earlier attempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Cupid
Ciro Sanchez
Maria Salas
Justice Benavides
Liver relief claim from Mrs H Trubus in Springville ad
Mrs H Trubus of Springville NY says she has used Chamberlain's Tablets off and on for six years when her liver acts up. They have always acted quickly and given the desired relief. For sale by all dealers. Advy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
H. Trubus
Springville
Soldiers Return to Laredo After Invalid Crossing
Three soldiers hiked to Nuevo Laredo on Thursday and exhausted their glittering spondulaes beverage, then surrendered to the Fort Mentosh commander after Consul Garrett advised return to the American side. They were intoxicated and wandered into the land of revolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Nuevo Laredo
Garrett
Fort Mentosh
Are You Rheumatic Sloan's Liniment Ad
Quick relief for rheumatic attacks by applying Sloan's Liniment to the surface. It penetrates to the seat of trouble, drawing pain almost immediately. A 25c bottle from any druggist, with money back if not satisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sloan
Burros to be sold at public auction in Laredo
Three burros were picked up for violating the city stray animals ordinance and are held in the pound. They will be sold at public auction in front of City Hall on Tuesday morning May 1, 1915 at ten o'clock unless the owners call before that time to pay all accrued costs. City Marshal M Brennan. 1815 Laredo Texas May 7 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Brennan
Ladies of Laredo plan civics lectures by Maude Van Buren
Local readers show strong interest in Monday and Tuesday lectures by Miss Maude Van Buren civic league organizer with several engagements in Laredo. Ice cream La Francaise promoted at fountains. Ross Hotel offers American Plan rooms. quiet rates listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ross Hotel
Commissioners Court of
Webb County
Official Statement of the First State Bank and Trust Co at Laredo
The bank lists assets totaling 585 590 91 with loans 224 446 64 and real estate 11 507 85. Capital stock stands at 100 000 with a surplus of 23 000 and deposits total 875 095 65.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de. Poneasta
State of
Texas
Webb
Y. Benavides
R. K. Mims
Y. Benavidus
A. D
Guaranty Fund
Liabilutrs
Laredo Man Passes Interstate Commerce Exam
A. B. Zooman owner of Laredo Telephone Supply Co. passed a civil service exam for an inspector of telegraph and telephone with 75 percent overall. He is notified of a May 16 visit in Laredo for a conference on a potential appointment and friends congratulate him on the success and prospects of a lucrative ICC position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Zooman
Laredo
Zooman
Interstate Commerce Commission
Farewell Reception for Mrs Scovill by Parish Guild
This afternoon at Mrs G Woodman’s residence the Parish Guild and Woman’s Auxiliary of Christ Church host a reception for Mrs Mary E Scovill. The event marks a farewell before her departure to Los Angeles via Austin, with members expressing regret at her leaving and recognizing her ties to the society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scovill
No Use to Try and Wear Out Your Cold It Will Wear You Out
An advertising promotional piece urges immediate care for cold symptoms. It warns neglect leads to worse illness and promotes Dr. King's New Discovery as the first dose to relieve congestion, clear the head, and restore breathing, urging readers to buy a bottle now.
Dr King's New Life Pill Boosts Digestion
Health promotions urge daily use of Dr King's New Life Pill to ensure a full free bowel movement each morning. The ad claims improved appetite and digestion and urges trying the product tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Drunk Patron Barred From Piano Recital Tale
Josef Hofmann tells of an eminent pianist concert where a man with two tickets is refused entry by a ticket-taker who declares the patron drunk. The man protests paying and checks his tickets, then accepts the verdict, remarking that his drunkenness would explain attending a piano recital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josef Hofmann
Hofmann
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Pine-Tar-Honey Antiseptic Promotes Forest Health
Dr Bell's Pine-Tar-Honey Medicine claims to clear throat and head mucous and restore vigor from pine forests. The advertisement urges readers to buy a bottle today at druggists for 25 cents, highlighting the health-giving piney fragrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Bell
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Sears
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The
Heights Civic Club
Balaklava
Constantinople
Golden Horn
Europe
Uncle Sam
Turkey
Frisco
Laredo Racing Teams
Clark
Paris
William T. Capers
Beaman
Notre Dame Lady’s
Ady
M. T. Cogley
Venire
Laredo, Texas
la Francaise
Consumers Ice & Fuel Co
J. Armengol
Associated Charities
Presbyterian Church
Apple White
A. M. Horner
el Paso
Denver
Colo
Reed
First State Bank and Trust Company
Ams
Vota
SAS
W. H. Mims
J. M. Garcta
T. C. Mann
Werner Directors
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