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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1913
Page
8
In a satirical column dated Tuesday's Daily, the author lampoons U S foreign policy as Japan and Mexico mock the United States. It jokes about a grandiose, comic war threat from Coahuila and mocks Congress over naval funding while noting local concerns like trading stamps and suffrage slang, ending with a sports quip about Milas Moeller and Shanks.
News from San Antonio reports the death Sunday of W. C. Peters a skilled mechanic who once led the mechanical department of the Laredo Electric and Railway Co during a period eight years ago he made many friends in Laredo Peters a jovial descendant of Trish parentage served as a Union soldier in the Civil War his father fought at Waterloo and his wit and amiable nature left a strong impression on acquaintances.
The Times reports widespread hunger in Mexico due to rebel attacks that destroyed railways, cutting towns off from goods. Prices soar as stores deplete, factories idle, and transport by wagon or ox cart remains the only supply link, forcing many toward desperation.
The Retail Grocers Association of New Orleans has ended the lagniappe practice once common in Caribbean and Mexican border towns. The custom, giving small gifts with purchases, led to abuse as shoppers demanded rewards to the point of influencing where families bought goods. Origin myths tie it to Creole and slavery eras in New Orleans.
Sixty eight cars of onions were shipped out of Laredo last night. The Texas Mexican moved 38 cars and the 1. G. N. 30 cars. Of this total 60 cars were shipped by the Association, bringing season totals to 1988 cars.
Local notes report looming federal force activity near Lampazos and a near battle in the revolutionary climate. Star theater shows Nellie the Lion Tamer in two reels tonight and tomorrow. Local ads promote ice cream, auto tires, lumber, and garment care with several business notices and upcoming events around Matamoros and Lincoln streets.
Texas-Mexican Ry Co conductors and engineers plan a special Laredo to Corpus Christi excursion for the Fourth of July. If negotiations succeed, travelers will receive two full seaside days with a dawn departure and Sunday return, aiming for the largest turnout yet.
Miss Marta Bertani was surprised by a group of young ladies with a shower at her Jarvis Plaza home yesterday afternoon. Guests presented letters to be read during her Atlantic voyage to Sunny Italy, where the family will summer with Maria as a bride. A punch gathering and musical program followed with performances by Maria Bertani Zenalda Salinas Adela Bertani Lola Villareal and L G Meldrum.
Today quotes from selling agencies for Laredo onions show Choice Yellow Bermudas at 75 cents per crate, No 2 Yellow Bermudas 50 to 60 cents, Fancy Crystal Wax 1.40 to 1.50, No 2 Crystal Wax 1.25 to 1.35, all F O B Laredo. Prices subject to wire confirmation.
Webb County Commissioners Court to meet as Board of Equalization at the County Assessor's office in Laredo for the 1913 assessment lists. J A Rodriguez, County Clerk, issues notice under the court's authority. May 13 1913. 5-14-101 (Adyv.)
When you have a bad cold you want a remedy that will not only give relief but effect a prompt and permanent cure. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy meets all requirements as it acts on nature's plan, relieves the lungs, aids expectoration, opens secretions and restores the system to a healthy condition. This remedy has a world wide sale and use and can always be depended upon. For sale by all dealers.
Chris Beek, an I G N fireman killed in the Austin wreck yesterday, was well known among Laredo railroad workers who speak of him in high terms. Captain J H Rogers, newly named United States marshal and badly hurt in the crash, is also well regarded in Laredo where he served as a ranger captain for years.
A group of Laredo High School youths left town this morning on a surprise picnic to the Casa Blanca ranch. Chaperoned by popular principal Miss Kate Tarver, the party traveled by automobile with ample eats aboard. Members include Misses Kate Tarver Helen Richter Irene Moser Ruth Simpson Elizabeth Bunn and Messrs. James Greer Guy Trout Marcus Wormser Reuben Cotulla.
Disorders of the stomach may be avoided by the use of Chamberlains Tablets. Many very remarkable cures have been effected by these tablets. Sold by all dealers.
John Supsie of Sanbury Pennsylvania says the pills relieve constipation and restore bowel health. They also aid indigestion and liver complaints. Price 25 cents. recommended by Reed Drug Co. (Ady.)
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