Ridiculous Attitude in Mexican Conflict Press
From Monday's Daily a lengthy dismissal of Carrancista and Villa propaganda. The piece rebukes false reports about Raul Madero, asserts Villa owed loyalty to Madero, and accuses both sides of spreading misleading information through American outlets. It argues the Mexican conflict lacks real fighting and hinges on treacherous efforts and misinformation.
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Villa
Maderos
Carranza
Carrancista
Raul Madero
United States
Madero
Zaragoza
Carrancistas
Washington
State Department
Mexico
Maytorena
Sonora
Tampico
Huerta
Our Road Business in County Road Supervision
A Farm and Ranch writer argues that county commissioners control public roads by precinct, though most are not road experts. They are farmers, business people, or politicians drawn by salary or office status, and their fitness for road maintenance is rarely assessed at election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm and Ranch
Poor road building critiqued by Southwest observer
The writer argues against electing merchants or lawyers to build roads, urging qualified engineers and contractors. He notes Southwest roads are often poorly planned and maintained, cites Webb County as having better examples, and calls for new road tax oversight and proper engineering in the region. He also references Mexican unrest and a late state department workload.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webb County
Laredo
Corpus Christi
San Antonio
Religious Debate Splits Sunday School Over Activities
The Southern Baptist Convention opposes Baraca and Phil areas and urged stopping time spent on motor launches and baseball. A member noted Boe ing was never a Baptist Sunday school. Germany favors arbitration on Lusitania, seeks neutral judges, and would stop submarine warfare if Britain agrees to visit and search. Dr Dernburg leaves the United States amid criticism of American neutrality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Baptist Convention
Baraca
Phil Area
Boeing
Germany
Dr. Dernburg
United States
Cure for Whooping Cough Reported by Mother
Mrs Archie Dalrymple of Crooksville Ohio says her three boys suffered whooping cough a year ago. She used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and claims it relieved coughing and whooping spells and cured the disease quickly. Available for sale by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Archie Dalrymple
Crooksville
Ohilo
Delaware Punch Ad Boosts Here There Everywhere Appeal
An ad copy promotes Delaware Punch as a delight and benefit to Here, There, Everywhere, highlighting its refreshing appeal and suggested use to boost audience reach. The brief text emphasizes value and enjoyment linked to the beverage.
Commissioners Court Affidavit on Webb County Treasury Report
In regular May term 1915 the Webb County Commissioners certify the February to April 1915 Treasurer's Report by A M Bruni. They state the funds balance and credits, and that cash on hand at close of examination totals 7 188 35 for the Jury Fund.
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A. M. Bruni
Webb County
Texas
Commissioners’ Court
Geo. R. Page
Said County
Tex
A. D
Court House and Jail
Am't
Webb Co
J. Armengol
V. K. Puig
Fire Queen Contest Launched in Laredo Fire Dept
The fire queen contest launched in Laredo invites nominations from city wards with 100 initial votes for each candidate. Votes cost one cent and are sold at local shops leading up to the June 6 close and June 9 coronation ahead of the grand fireball.
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Commercial and Plant Department
Laredo
Julia Staben
Etta Thaisom
Josephine Sauvignet
Cleo Pereira
Estelle Moser
Marguerite Nelson
Belle Westbrook
Ga Ieee
Estelle Histetter
Fielen Richter
Ruth Murphy
Ona Putman
Nitian Eee
Zara Mowry
Tazel Merriman
Ethel Mackin
Courtney Slaughter
Comet
Moser’s
Voices of Texas and a Shoot at 1 32 O Clock
A collection of editorial jabs and snippets from multiple papers. Wry remarks mock diplomatic threats against Ambassador von Bernstorff, advocate jitney regulation, a judge of babies, and jokes on humor between English and American jokes. Notes on watermelon acreage, war costs, and banking interests close the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lusitania
von Bernstorff
Corpus Christi
Dealers Cash In On Delaware Punch Popularity
Dealers report brisk sales of Delaware Punch as brands push traced bottles with the trademark label. The text notes jobbers and retailers stocking the product amid steady demand in the market.
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Delaware
DELAWARE PUNCH Trade Mark Ad Claim in Copy
A brief advertisement asserts DELA WARE PUNCH with the trade mark label as the genuine product, stating it cannot be equalled and noting a 5 cent price. The copy emphasizes ubiquity with the phrase Here There Everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware
Invitation for Proposals for Laredo Elevator Remodeling
Sealed proposals will be opened at 3 p.m. May 28, 1915 in the Treasury Department office for remodeling an electric passenger elevator in the United States post office courthouse and customs house at Laredo Texas. Specifications may be obtained at this office. Bidders must return the specification without marks or mutilations. Government frank to bidders may be used only for return of the specification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Western Union Telegraph Company i
Texas
Western Union Telegraph Company
Treasury Department
Washington, D. C
United States Post Office
Tex
Jos. A. Wetmore
N. B
Guy Burnett In Critical Condition From Blood Poisoning
The 14 year old son of J A Burnett is critically ill at his parents home on Houston street. What began as a minor heel wound from new shoes ten days ago has developed into blood poisoning extending from the heel to the hip. Attending physicians have been unable to ease his intense pain and prognosis is grave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Burnett
J. A. Burnett
Houston Street
Webb County Board of Equalization Meeting Notice
Webb County Texas announces that the County Commissioners Court will sit as a Board of Equalization on May 24 1915 to inspect correct and approve the assessor of taxes Webb Countys assessment lists for 1915. Witness is given by the Clerk of Webb County Texas this lath day of May 1915.
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Board of Equalization
County Commissioners’ Court
Webb County
Texas
Laredo
Dangerous Mistake Warns Laredo Parents About Kidneys
Laredo mothers are urged not to neglect early signs of kidney weakness in children such as bed-wetting backache and fatigue. Doan's Kidney Pills are marketed as a remedy with a testimonial from Mrs H A Powell of 610 Vidaurri Ave. The ad cites a child’s back pain and kidney trouble cured permanently, with a 50 cent price at dealers and Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y as the makers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Doan
H. A. Powell
Vidaurri Ave
Powell
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N.Y
Preparing for Hose Races at city firehouses meeting
Members of Protec tion Hose Co. No. 4 Fourth ward Rescue Hose Co. No. 3 Third Ward and Hook and Ladder Co. No. 1 central station meet to select reel racing and Paris rule teams for next month hose racing contests. They will designate practice nights and form squads from top material to compete for cash prizes and two cups including the Netzer cup won by Laredo Team No. 1 last May.
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Protection Hose Co. No
Rescue Hose Co
Third Ward
Hook and Ladder Co
Central Station
Paris
Laredo
Dealers buy Delaware Punch from your jobber
Advertisement notes Delaware Punch as the fastest growing drink on the market and urges dealers to obtain it through their jobber. The copy emphasizes rapid growth and wholesale availability to retailers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware
Senior Inspector Visits Laredo Over Telegraph Service
Leman senior telegraph and telephone engineer for the Interstate Commerce Commission, based in Kansas City, arrived in Laredo yesterday and departed last night. He met with A B Zooman who recently passed the civil service exam for a position in the I C C telegraph and telephone service. About fifty applicants vied for eighteen posts, and Zooman, with a high credit average, is likely to secure a lucrative appointment as ratings determine placements.
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Sife. Leman
Interstate Commerce Commission
Kansas City
Laredo
Mr. Leman
A. B. Zooman
Civil Service
Telegraph and Telephone Service
Zooman
Oil or gas prospect at Jennings ranch drill site
Drillers on Joe D. Jennings ranch in Zapata County progress on a second well about three-quarters of a mile south of the prior gasser. The team has reached over 1100 feet as they seek signs of oil or additional gas in the field. A geologist’s survey of the gas field yielded interesting data.
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Jennings Ranch
Big Gasser
Joe D. Jennings
Io Zapata County
Delaware IPunch Ad: Holds Friends and Adds New Ones
An old friends oriented Delaware IPunch advertisement highlights daily growth by attracting new clients while maintaining its established base. It emphasizes community reach and ongoing engagement without promising specific events or dates.
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Delaware Ipunch
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Court of Arbitration
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Western Union
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D. D. Davis
V.L. Puig
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Voice OF Texas
Court of Criminal Appeals
Fort Worth
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Lane
Judd Mortimer Lewis
San Marcos
Tierald
Kitchener
Houston Post
Stayton
Dallas
John Stayton
Corpus Christi Caller
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