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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1923
Page
12
Friday report notes one carload of cyanide from Mexico and smaller goods via the international footbridge. Other items include tamales for sale by Mrs. Poster and several marriage licenses issued since the last report. Community notices reference St Anne Society bake sale and local paving progress despite concerns about speeding on San Bernardo Avenue.
Brand new bungalow with sun parlor and edge-wood floors on a corner lot southeast exposure in a top Laredo residential area. Fully furnished at 7000 dollars on terms. Also a 6 room Heights cottage with garage and servant’s room at 4000 dollars. Owner open to trading a well located lot. Plus a two room frame cottage on 69 by 138 feet corner lot priced at 1400 dollars. HAL HAILEY 236 Joseph Bidg. Tel 1108.
Musical instrument makers from oboes to drum bags will gather in Chicago on June 4 for the largest convention yet under the Music Industries Chamber of Commerce. Builders, bandmen, piano manufacturers, harmonica makers, and piano roll producers join many associations including the National Association of Music Merchants and the National Piano Manufacturers Association.
Navy records show Admiral Robert B. Coonts born 1864 in Missouri. A 1887 Annapolis graduate, he rose from ensign to rear admiral and served in the Spanish America era and World War I era, later commanding at Puget Sound and directing naval policy and operations.
Two feet of snow fell at Deadwood South Dakota as reports note a president signing the bill extending immigration restrictions. The fragmentary text mentions ongoing federal action and severe winter conditions affecting the region.
The text warns about severe health concerns from constipation and colon issues. It suggests prevention through bowel care and mentions a health product called Piss Tablets as easy, mild, and gentle to take in effect. The tone mimics a periodical health advisory with dubious claims.
Three members of the family of Joseph Mischer of Hartwell are dead after a collision with a Baltimore and Ohio fast passenger train. The father and two others are seriously injured. Authorities cite misinterpretation of a signal by a watchman as a possible cause.
Friday features the Sunbeam Band at the Baptist Church at 4 PM and Christ Church Choir and Parish Guild program at the Rectory at 8 PM The Apron and Overall Clubs will be entertained by Hal Yeary at 7280 O clock in the evening Saturday presents a piano recital by Mrs J A Austin pupils at Elks Hall at 7 30 o clock in the evening
The piece records marriages and visits in Waxahachie and Chilton plus church circle activities led by Mrs. Craig and Mrs. Burr. A Mexican fiesta at the Presbyterian church supported the industrial school for Mexican girls with music by Holding Institute and a large mixed crowd enjoying refreshments and offerings.
San Jose police report in May saying James C. Dunham is wanted in connection with the deaths of his wife and five other persons in Campbell near here in May 1896. Chief Plackey requested more information from Houston officers for identification.
Federal Judge Winslow signs an order requiring Feward M Fuller and William P McGee partners in Elm Fuller Co bankrupt brokerage firm under indictment for bucketing orders to show cause next Wednesday why they should not be punished for contempt for failure to turn over books and papers or the diem which the Supreme Court held they had right to conceal from authorities.
The article notes Tobsay’s events including a birthday celebration and a visit by the Prince of Wales. It mentions attendance at a charity convention, a secretary’s caretaking role, and a private dinner party hosted by Briar to honor a father figure, with various social and ceremonial details.
No trace found of Albert McCurdy 25 of San Antonio after his canoe capsized in Bull Creek near here. Search continued with Miss Mil fired Morris, a University of Texas student who aided McCurdy and alerted authorities. McCurdy was a resident in the Presbyterian theological seminary.
The piece warns that wartime effort requires full mental and bodily energy. It cautions that fatigue insomnia poor digestion and irritability signal a worn nervous system and urges immediate rest and recuperation to sustain the war drive.
A terse British note to Germany on reparations appears in military and diplomatic dispatches. The document outlines the two page technical proposal and urges Germany to study Garracaiy’s position. Paris sources expect a German reply soon as talks continue.
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals denied the habeas corpus request of G. O. Dhianbar of Elgin for contempt charges tied to refusal to testify before a grand jury in Georgetown. The decision cites lack of viable reasons to grant relief. Proceedings stem from the flogging investigation of ROW Bugleson.
An advertisement touts a blood tonic and nerve sedative named SENSAPERSA promising to rebuild worn nerves and tissues. It claims to double nerve health in ten days and boost daily resilience, available in two sizes for 50 cents or a dollar from local druggists or City Deng Co.
An old advertisement asserts Chamberlain's Tablets provide a very mild and gentle laxative effect. It claims users may hardly realize the medicine has produced any bowel movement.
A German court in Düsseldorf convicts Ibssen May Uf Safiotare and six others of sabotage and espionage in connection with a case tied to the Waldorp and Lute railway. The verdict centers on a preach courtissurtial phrase recovered from the documents.
New York May 11 Monsignor Joseph Dineen chancellor of the Roman Catholic diocese of New York died today in a hospital He served as secretary to Archbishop Hays and was a longtime church official in the city
Fragmentary transmission from New York claims May reports about Dr George Harsay as ambassador to land and his alleged involvement in reshaping or directing revolutionary actions tied to President Tarching.
The Standated Oil Company of New York declares a quarterly stock dividend payable June 16 to holders of record May 1. The board ended a special stockholders meeting by setting May 31 for action to raise authorized capital stock from 224,666 to 150,000,000.
Trade talks suggest renewed U S import duties may drive shipments from America to foreign ports. The note warns higher duties could divert commerce to other regions as governments debate tariffs and market access.
Roger Wethered of Oxford defeated the last American survivor Olimet two and one in the British amateur polo championship semifinal, leaving Wethered on track for the final.
Associated Press report from Corsicana Texas dated May 11 states 20 year old Miss Hardinin Williamins was instantly killed when the car she rode in with Aiva M Russell plunged into a ditch, tossing her through the windshield. Russell suffered serious bruises.
Mrs Re Leeen Morse Pradley aged 93 native of Haverhill Massachusetts and relative of Samuel F B Morse inventor of the telegraph died here today in Hendate California.
Associated Press reports New York May 11 that David Mannes urges forming art clubs in deserted rural schoolhouses during summer vacation. He says centers for music sculpture painting would spread art knowledge, provide social contact, and benefit rural children and parents seeking cultural nourishment.
Five persons were injured when an automobile overturned south of Abilene Texas today May 11. Mrs Parrett and Mrs Cecil Woods of Winters were unconscious and rushed to Abilene. The crash happened as the driver tried to pass a truck.
Bergen reports the arrest of Maria Akerblom, a controversial dream preacher who rode on horseback with flowing hair. She prophesied the end of work and urged followers to avoid house ownership savings or labor, leaving many peasants financially ruined.
The report outlines the murder of M. Voroshky, head of the delegation to the Near fast ARYer pee, with details of suspects and alleged links to the Bolshevik era. The article notes reactions and ongoing investigations tied to wartime and political tensions.
Reporters describe ongoing attempts to control a large oil well fire as authorities work under a death toll threat. Officials say twenty members of the crew face danger while the well at the center of the disaster vents flames and smoke for miles around, with a looming risk to nearby communities.
Chicago May Th. Grand jury members investigating the disappearance of Leighton Manuat a Northwestern University freshman two years ago and the discovery of a bone fragment believed to be his went to Evanston to view the bones. A coroner’s physicians party is preparing to examine the skeleton. No expert testimony has yet been heard by the grand jurors.
American minister in Peking reports Chinese officials will study a general policy to exterminate bandits in China after the ongoing situation stabilizes. The pledge follows abductions of American and other foreigners by brigands in Shandong.
Hull England May 11 owners of the trawler James Johnson report via telegram that the skipper has been released and is at a Norwegian port awaiting passage home. The case had prompted a protest from Great Britain to the Russian Soviet government.
J B Fellheimer of San Antonio arrived in the city yesterday and H Bridgers of the City of Mexico also arrived yesterday for a family visit at the St Paul Hotel.
Lordan May dl Prinkly House authorities in charge of lighthouses decide to fit all major lightships with wireless apparatus. The move ends the 80 year use of the signal gun to summon lifeboats and warn vessels of danger.
Debates sweep the penitentiary subcomm and state bodies as Keeling asserts a void contract and the governor and attorney general weigh in on its validity. Senate and house proceedings reveal discussions on appropriations and education bills amid ongoing committees and calls for future action.
Brigadier General Hermis M. Roberts USA retired author of Roberts Rules of Order famed for parliamentary procedure dies in New York on May 1. Roberts authored the standard reference on conduct of meetings and was noted for his long service in the U.S. Army.
A jury in the counts court, Waco Texas, fined GO WL Stewit 200 dollars after he was tried on assault and battery charges tied to whipping Willie Trever, an eight year old. A motion for a new trial was filed.
In Atlanta on May 11 the General Federation of Women's Clubs adopted a resolution endorsing paid adjudication through orderly procedures for international controversies. The measure followed a speech by Mrs. Percy V. Pennybacker of Austin Texas urging nonpartisan handling.
The Times presents a daily forecast from the U S Weather Bureau in New Orleans. Tonight and Saturday will be partly cloudy and somewhat unsettled with cooler conditions expected Saturday.
Observations for the 24 hours ending 7 a m report a maximum temperature of 93 degrees and a minimum of 67 degrees. Wind direction was southeast and skies were clear.
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