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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1919
Page
20
The piece argues Germans must forego amusements for a week as theaters show only fitting productions. It condemns past merrymaking during war reverses and armistice celebrations, warning that civic restraint and responsibility are needed to face sanctions, indemnities, and future political risks from veterans groups.
An editorial warns that the American Legion could wield five million veterans as a political bloc, riskily influencing elections and policy. It argues against military officers holding civil posts and notes state laws barring active duty personnel from voting, urging safeguards as the new organization forms.
Mrs. J R Galloway wife of a Denver and Rio Grande conductor reports gaining fifteen pounds after using Tanlac. She describes relief from nervousness head congestion catarrh stomach issues and insomnia and credits her stepfather in Lima Ohio for recommending Tanlac. Her improvement impressed friends who are also starting Tanlac.
The article recalls Maj Gen Leonard Wood’s Cape Cod roots and self made rise through Harvard Medical School then military ranks. It notes his roles as assistant surgeon, chief of staff, Hough Riders leader in the Spanish War, Cuba governor, commander in the Philippines, Camp Funston command, and consideration as a Republican presidential candidate.
On May 13 German Emperor proclaimed Lithuania independent. Italian aviators destroyed an Austrian battleship in Pola harbor. German and Azelian Emperors met and renewed their military alliance.
The district court grand jury finished its term Monday after returning nineteen indictments. The criminal docket is set for May 21, with District Attorney Walls governing trials. Judge C C Thomas opened special criminal cases this morning including the cattle theft charge against Abraham Rodriguez and others.
Morgue of Londonderry an Irish peer born 4! years ten today. Rt Rev William Tickey new Romeo Catholic bishop of Providence born Worcester Miss 50 years new today. Bishop Joseph ff Berry Methodist Episcopal Church born Winter Canada 63 years ago today. Shanton long prominent actress American stage born Cambridge Mass 50 years ago today. De William S Currell president University of South Carolina born Whitleston 1 years Hen Uthavy.
A photograph from Siberia shows costumes used by the Japanese army to teach fencing and bayoneting. The outfits allow practice with force comparable to actual combat.
The Jewish Welfare Board invites Laredo residents to a Wednesday night dance at the J W B hall. Dancing starts at 8 30 with a pleasant evening promised for all attendees.
Rio Grande Petroleum Co. unloads a large modern drilling rig at Hebbronville and plans a deep test operation in Zapata County. The outfit aims to drill to 3500 feet to locate a possible oil pool, with an expert driller in charge and stock offered through their Royal Theater building office.
Willie questions how a rock can be firm while grandpa rocks back and forth in his chair. The exchange reveals a playful claim about motion and firmness as the scene unfolds in a Indianapolis Star humor piece.
As soon as possible after injury, obtain a bottle of Cham berlain's Liniment and follow the printed directions that accompany the bottle.
Dr. Halsell, a Laredo physician who spent two years in France, returns to report booming local development and a forthcoming oil expansion in Zapata county. He urges more observers to back Laredo’s growth, including sewerage and street paving, as the city aims to become a major Texas center.
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.
Santana Lugo a 40 year old drayman collapsed and died in Pedro Trevino's grocery store yesterday afternoon. He had been on a trip and arrived overheated, perspiring heavily before suffering heart failure. The body was taken home for the funeral held today.
One hundred dollars reward for a case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. The remedy has been used for thirty five years and is said to act through the blood to heal mucous surfaces. See testimonials and order information from J Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio.
Webb county commissioners vote to hold a countywide special election on June 14 to decide issuing bonds totaling 300000 for county road improvements. The move augments 100000 already provided by the State Highway League, with expectations of strong support among residents.
Heavy rain soaked the Laredo region with about five tenths of an inch yesterday evening. Thunder and lightning preceded the shower as rain extended eastward and toward San Diego and along the Texas Mexican line. A strong wind gusts during intervals hinted at a possible wind storm, with rainfall varying along different rail lines.
Gertrude McNally of the U S Bureau of Engraving and Printing becomes vice president of the Maryland State and District of Columbia Federation of Labor. A public memorial to women in Washington honors Civil War nuns with a white marble monument showing figures of History and Peace and ten nuns from various orders. Miss Mary Macarthur arrives in America to attend the National Women’s Trade Union League convention in Philadelphia and is noted as head of the British Women’s Trade Union League and a leading organizer.
The Elks announce tonight’s regular meeting with important business and initiation planned. Members are urged to attend as W. W. Stein serves as acting secretary.
The Voz de Laredo shoe shop moves from Iturbide street to 614 San Agustin avenue. The notice dated June 2, 1916, records the relocation and new address for customers.
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