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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1919
Page
2
Mexican officials fear a 100000 annual inflow of Chinese and Japanese migrants and consider limits. The piece reviews past policies, border smuggling risks, and public sentiment toward Chinese thrift and Japanese commerce while debating Mexico’s open door stance and potential league of nations changes.
The piece criticizes Senator Borah as pessimist about global affairs and the Democratic Party, praising his unwavering support for his own views while disfavoring others. It argues his Republican loyalties shape his judgments and warns against letting him lead international policy.
Dallas attorney B. W. Ashworth reports Tanlac restored his health after years of weakness shortness of breath and nervous insomnia. He says the medicine put him on the road to recovery within days enabling him to eat sleep and gain six pounds. Tanlac is sold by leading druggists.
A man in good condition is likely to enjoy life while the bilious and dyspeptic are often despondent and miserable. This ill feeling is usually unnecessary. A few doses of Chamberlain's Tablets to tone up the stomach improve digestion and regulate the bowels. Try it.
In Zapata County the Rio Grande Petroleum Co plans a deep test to 3500 feet as it seeks to determine field production. A Texas Gulf Refining and Pipe Line Co moves toward a $250000 refinery site in Laredo, aiming to base operations there and spur rapid local growth.
Notice is hereby given that after this date I will not be responsible for any debts made by my wife Annie Mansur. A M Mansur. Laredo Texas May 8 1919.
The planned base ball league exploring teams from Thirty seventh Infantry Knights of Columbus Laredo and Nuevo Laredo stalls over whether to include Nuevo Laredo. A recent Laredo vs Nuevo Laredo game drew harsh umpiring and warned American teams may face bias or trouble in cross border play.
Onion growers estimate that about two thirds of the Laredo crop for 1919 has shipped. They expect total shipments to miss the 1,500 carload target due to wet weather and small acreage. Last night 31 carloads of Bermudas were shipped, raising season total to 898 carloads.
Bank report shows total assets of 379 436 45 with deposits of 165 292 09 and loans including personal 262 577 15 real estate 40 000 00 and other items. Officers L Villegas president and M M Garcia cashier certify truthfulness dated May 16 1919 with seal. Local notices include Jewish Welfare Board dance at JWB hall and various classified items and advertisements for autos plans and services in Laredo Texas along with recent oil news and theater review.
Northwest corner of Block 42 W D Laredo contains 31 percent lots 110 feet front on Market Plaza and 188 feet deep on Hidalgo street. For details apply to B Chacon executor estate E B de Garcia deceased 129 Grant street.
Many Laredo residents planned trips to mountain or coast resorts or to visit relatives but cheap roundtrip summer rates are unlikely. Railroads have not announced discounts and travelers may face straight tickets with war and sleeper taxes. Some will travel one way to the coast and return by their own schedule.
Webb county voters face a June 14 special election on a 300000 bond issue to fund good roads, boosted by a 100000 State Highway Commission grant. The piece argues bond passage aligns Webb with regional progress and Southwest Texas highway expansion.
Chronic rheumatism brings pain and sleepless nights and Chamberlains Liniment is presented as a remedy. The notice promotes relief and rest for sufferers, asserting the product provides comfort and easier sleep.
Few visitors to the Hall of Records in New York City realize the building’s design was by architect Fay Kellogg. The public structure, famed for beauty, credits Kellogg as the designer in historic notes.
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