This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1913
Page
2
Friday's Daily surveys a jumble of old world and modern views, detailing Abyssinian lion hunts using reed spears and dogs, Bushmen as treacherous originators of poisoned arrows, and a critique of the political primary system. It notes Mexican and Japanese matters, Texan peaches, and Cuba's new president Menocal.
The article critiques the state wide primary as a cure for bossism and party manipulation. It argues voters were promised independence but in the Solid South where one party dominates the nomination process, real choice remains limited and delegates often back the party pick.
The district court grand jury, after returning nine indictments on Wednesday, has been quietly reviewing additional matters. They recessed yesterday afternoon without new indictments and will reconvene Monday morning to continue work on issues that have emerged since the special session.
In the District Court there has been little activity this week yet the coming week should see civil cases disposed of. A petit jury is ordered for next Thursday and several civil cases for trial by jury will be taken up.
A retrospective list notes Champlain's 1629 governorship term, Bradford's death in New York in 1752, Wharton's 1778 death, Otis' 1788 passing, and Carrollton's signatory milestone in 1869. Also mentioned are Imperator liner launch, Old South Church anniversary, Dreamland ads, and Bishop Ward of Leavenworth born in 1847 with his clerical career leading to 1911 consecration.
Webb County will convene as Board of Equalization at the County Assessor's office in Laredo on Monday May 23 1913. The court will examine equalize and approve assessment lists for 1913 as prepared by the County Assessor. J A Rodriguez County Clerk and ex officio clerk announces the order dated May 13 1913.
A handwritten column mix256 includes a personal note from the editor and wife marking a week of events in early month, plus reports from Eagle Pass, Corpus Christi, Port Arthur and Galveston on cattle defenses at Nuevo Laredo, street contracts, and commentary on San Antonio versus Houston, California ownership bills, and Japanese risk perceptions with references to local papers and meetings.
A Laredo barber W O H Blakely endorses Doan’s Kidney Pills after claiming relief from kidney and back pains. The testimonial asserts the product, bought at City Drug Store, provided complete relief and notes Foster Milburn Co of Buffalo as sole US agents.
National Lines expect to restart rail service within ten days after repairs to bridges from Monterey to Lampazos, aided by a military guard. Rebels threaten further disruption, but large forces may deter attacks. Residents face food and mail delays. locals anticipate relief and smoother travel to Mexico. The Rosary screens at Dreamland tonight.
A midwestern reader recounts Mrs. Anna Govert's recovery from catarrhal pneumonia and consumption after using Eckmans Alterative. Testimony claims improved weight, halted night sweats, reduced fever, and overall better health, with affidavits and requests to contact Eckman Laboratory for more evidence.
J Y Sossaman publisher of News Cornelius North Carolina reports one box of Bucklen's Arnica Salve aided a serious skin ailment after other remedies failed. Promoted as best remedy for skin diseases burns bruises and boils reduces inflammation and soothes. Only 25 cents recommended by Reed Drug Co.
A brief notice promoting daily access to THE TIMES with a subscription offer. It advertises a 50 cent monthly rate for continuous newspaper opportunities.
The Times notes the 1912 delinquent tax list for Laredo shows 160 fewer delinquent taxpayers than last year. The reduction indicates more residents are paying taxes within the legal period, a creditable change reflected in the two lists.
The popular saloon of Dario H Sanchez in Nuevo Laredo will relocate on June first. He has leased the building opposite his current quarters and workers are renovating it and adding a rooftop garden. The new location overlooks the main plaza, offers more floor space, and aims to improve service for his many customers.
In Webb County probate court session this city the report of sale in the estate of the Alexander minors was approved. In the estate of Jacob Kline deceased appraisers John Colman M Brennan and L Daiches were reappointed. In the Priest minors estate guardian John Colman and appraisers B F Wright M W Brennan and Frank Nye appointed with bond set at 750 dollars.
Thirty cars of onions were shipped out of Laredo last night with I and G N handling 21 cars and Texas Mexican 9 cars. The Association shipped 29 cars of the total. The grand total now stands at 2088 cars shipped from Laredo this season.
The column highlights a new store building by Mr. Chas Moser opposite the International and Great Northern station, an upcoming Luna Park airdome theater finishing, and various ads for ice cream, shoes, auto tires, and lumber. It reports on a cement sidewalk boom in Teckredo, a hatter moving to 1114 Turbio, cotton planting in Webb County, and a Royal theater show tonight with other notices about phone numbers, directory work, and local traffic and services.
Rev W Cook rector of Christ Episcopal Church was chosen as an alternate delegate to the Episcopal Church triennial convention to be held in New York City in October after attending the Diocesan Council of West Texas in San Antonio last week.
A Sanbury Pennsylvania resident John Supsic hails New Life Pills as the best remedy for constipation indigestion and liver complaint. The ad touts prompt relief and restoring bowel health at 25 cents with Reed’s recommendation.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.