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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1909
Page
2
The San Antonio Express lauds the Thirty-first Legislature for its conduct and achievements over 120 days in Austin. It notes relief from perceived gubernatorial overreach, avoidance of burdens on capital, and a tilt toward inviting capital to Texas, while acknowledging disagreements with some vetoed measures.
A reliable source proposes placing thousands of copies of a Woman's Home Magazine article on Bermuda onions in Tuesday's Times. The piece touts onions as a healthful diet and would be distributed nationwide at little cost to boost demand and profits for onion growers.
The item mentions ex-Sultan Abdul Hamid loses deposits and palace keys amid Young Turk actions, while urging readers to study three constitutional amendments on the August election. It also notes Corpus Christi Herald’s view on living and laughter and urges Laredo citizens to support the Board of Trade’s publicity for commercial and manufacturing advantages.
Arizona reports describe a plot to kill President Diaz and other officials in Mexico, suggesting another whimsical revolution may be attempted. The public follows developments as Galveston weighs impacts of replacing Judge Landis with Judge Fisher as city commission president.
Local readers anticipate a homecoming as legislative members return from four months in Austin. Families and communities expect hugs and greetings, celebrating a period of worry and distant service.
Washington reports the British team dominated the gallery range event with a grand total of 14,583 points from 15,000, surpassing the American squad which totaled 14,179. Notable American marksmen included W. E. Reynolds of New York City with 298 points, joined by Theodore Gabriel of Newark, G. W. Chessey of New Haven, and William A. Towes of Jersey City.
A Mairobi dispatch says Kermit wandered off into the wilderness with the Roos evelt camp overnight. He remained missing until daylight when he returned to the camp just as search preparations began. The party proceeded with plans to locate him earlier.
Mr. J. D. Watkins who has grown onions for Isletas Irrigation Co for three years will leave next week for Dimmit County to establish a new home. He has bought land there and will continue onion farming using artesian irrigation.
A benefit concert in the Concordia Theatre New Laredo drew a large crowd with Miss Vivia Brewster delivering a stunning set of arias and songs, Miss Attie McClendon captivating as a Spanish Sefiorita, and violin soloist Miss Otila Garza earning waves of applause. the program included comic vaudeville and a burro sketch, all aiding the new public school gymnasium fund.
Miss Ellis, drawing instructor for Laredo public schools, submitted samples from ward and high school students. The works show strong effort and originality, with themes including city history, maps of Laredo, Webb County, and Texas, and local industries like onions. Many covers feature cactus, onion, or local scenes, and two students depicted the six flags Texas has held.
Spokane May 14 2000 men across Inland Empire regions with schooling and work ready to marry. They reply to Rev D D Vaughan and aim to pair with 200 Chicago church women seeking honest home makers. Monroe will forward letters to Vaughan hoping matches, not excluding outside regions.
Pearsall’s illness cancels their game with the local team, prompting a joint office challenge to the two business men's teams to face the Winners Sunday afternoon. The Togas and the Peyotes will play as announced, with a good crowd expected. no game is set for Sunday morning.
The district court concluded the Albert Urbahn versus Joseph Cotulla suit on notes and the jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff. This morning the Fairbanks Company versus W P Stites suit to foreclose a deed of trust was opened and is on trial.
A Spanish opera company led by Mrs. Prudencia Griffenl will open at the Solorzano theater on Saturday May 22 for eight performances. They are said to be first class and have played in major Mexican cities. Local note also mentions Mr. Woods returning from Houston and being elected VP of the southern Texas district.
The Target Range Companies E and G of the 19th Infantry under Capt. Croft and Lieut. Allen returned to Fort McIntosh at noon today after six weeks at the target range. Companies F and H, commanded by Capt. Howard and Lieut. Dawson, will depart Monday for the range and remain about six weeks.
J. Henry & Son open a new meat stall in the city market offering high quality cuts. They solicit local trade and promise first class service, contact Telephone 313.
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