Hawker Crosses Atlantic in Direct Flight Threatened by Conditions
The report notes Hawker's plan to fly 2 500 nautical miles from St John’s Newfoundland to England in a small 46 foot wing span plane with non sinkable suits and a rear boat. It contrasts his risk with American seaplane crews who landed at sea and completed part of their journey in Azores and Portugal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawker
Atlantic
St. John’s
Newfoundland
England
Azores
Mackenzie Grieve
Portugal
Mechanician
Inquiry into War Risk Bureau Failures Sparks Resignations
Friction over mismanagement of War Risk Insurance allotments prompts Red Cross and officials to seek action. Reports detail delayed or missing back pay and tragic outcomes for families, plus the resignation of Col. Lindsley, head of the bureau, amid claims the system is near breakdown. The text then shifts to a 1919 election proclamation for Laredo Independent School District, detailing voting precincts, officers, and ballot wording for a six-cent tax levy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Glass
Col. Lindsley
Doughty
Treasury
Glass
War Risk Insurance Bureau
France
Red Cross
Washington
Bureau
Dallas
Secretary of the Treasury Glass
Board of Trustees
Independent School District
Laredo
Texas
M.S. Ryan
Central Grammar School
M. A. Hirsch
Emeterio Mendoza
C. Zagarnaga
Urbahn
P.P Leyendecker
J. T. Agan
J. Martinez
War Cats of San Antonio seek game in Laredo
A letter from War Cats secretary Jack Flaherty proposes a San Antonio War Camp Community Service baseball game in Laredo. The team requests May 30 Decoration Day and subsequent Sundays as possible dates and offers to cover travel and hotel expenses with no gate receipt share.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Pierce
Laredo
San Antonio
Texas
War Camp Community Service
War Cats
Army
Navy
Jack Flaherty
The War Taxes the Nerve Energy of the Country
The piece urges all citizens to concentrate energy on the war effort and warns that signs of nervous breakdown include fatigue insomnia memory issues and irritability signaling the need to take a respite or action to restore nerve strength.
Blood tonic claims to rebuild nerves and tissues
An advertisement for a blood tonic and nerve sedative promises to rebuild worn nerves and tissues, double nerve health in ten days, and boost daily performance. Available in two sizes, 50c and $1.00, from Druggist or City Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Drug Co
Ward & O'Meara Law Partnership Formed in Laredo
Ira O'Meara of Laredo and Judge R H Ward of San Antonio have formed a law partnership named Ward & O'Meara. Offices will be in the Alexander building in this city. Date 5 19 61.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ira O'Meara
Laredo
R. H. Ward
San Antonio
Ward & O'Meara
Alexander Building
New Local Telephone Manager Settles In
H. H. Peace is the new manager of the local telephone company succeeding G. R. Weber. He is acclimating to Laredo operations and meeting patrons while bringing experience from the Southwestern Telegraph and Telephone Co. in Seguin to improve service efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Peace
G. R. Weber
Laredo
Mr. Peace
Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Co
Seguin
For Sale Northwest Block 42 Lot Details in Laredo
Property listing describes the northwest corner of Block 42 in W. D. Laredo with 3% lots, 110 feet frontage on Market Plaza and 183 feet depth on Hidalgo Street. Further particulars apply to executor B Chacon of estate BE. B. de Garcia, 1219 Grant Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Block 42
W. D
Laredo
Market Plaza
Hidalgo Street
Chacon
BE. B. de Garcia
Grant Street
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertisement Claim
A 100 dollar reward offers for an incurable catarrh cure claim. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is promoted as a 35 year reliable remedy. The ad asserts blood purification and mucous-surface healing with testimonials available, urging immediate use and to buy from local druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
A J, Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
Old Bysalls Druggists
The
Cardui Praised by Marksville Woman After Painful Back Ills
A Marksville woman details a year of severe back and side pain, sleepless nights, and inability to work. After taking Cardui she improves dramatically, regains strength, and credits the remedy for her recovery. Thousands of women reportedly praise Cardui for relief from female complaints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marksville
Alice Johnson
Cardus
Cardui
Marriage license issued to Porfirio Lara and Petra Gutierrez
County clerk reports the marriage license issued since last report. The notice lists local business ads and services including insurance agency changes, auto sales, plumbing, j itney service, dressmaking, buying and selling property, onion shipments, and various local services with contact details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porfirio Lara
Petra Gutierrez
Earnest-Lattig Co
F. M. Ramsay
BUICK
Chandler
Studebaker
Citizens Auto Company
Refinery Site Purchased Near Rio Grande For Texas Gulf Co
The final site selection and purchase by Texas Gulf Refining and Pipe Line Co. was completed yesterday afternoon. The refinery will be built southeast of the Texas Mexican shops near the Rio Grande, with construction to begin as soon as materials are secured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Times
Texas Gulf Refining & Pipe Line Co
Rio Grande
Thoughts and Fans Feature Mexican Pottery at Royal Cigar Stand
An item highlights Mexican pottery showcased at the Royal Cigar Stand, noting its varied styles and appeal to collectors and visitors. The display blends craft and cultural charm in a distinctive shop setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Cigar Stand
Moran Music Co
Lincoln Street
Bellmont
Main Ave
Death of Miss Pat Olson at 17
Miss Pat Olson aged about 17 and daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter Olson died at her home 909 Santa Ursula Avenue this morning at 7 oclock after a short illness. Illness began about three days ago. Funeral set for 7 p m today. Family receives many friends sympathy in their bereavement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat Olson
Peter Olson
Santa Ursula Avenue
Notice of Separation for Annie Mansur in Laredo
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. 59 30t.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Mansur
Guardianship Granted in Hickey Minor Estate
In probate court yesterday the Hickey minors estate had Maria Villareal de Hickey appointed guardian with a bond set at $100. The matter was handled in regular session at the county courthouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Probate
Hickey
Maria Villareal de Hickey
Watch THE TIMES Everyday for Opportunities
A daily opportunities feature in THE TIMES offers access for 60e per month. Readers are urged to subscribe for ongoing listings of jobs, ads, and local chances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Times
Laredo Soldiers Return Braving War Honors
Two Laredo servicemen return from the St Mihiel Argonne and Sedan battles with the Rainbow Division. First Class Private Joe Salinas, son of Sheriff Antonio Salinas, and Private Emilio Arevalos of Co F 168th Infantry are in excellent health. Arevalos holds several citations for bravery after about fifteen months of service, including ten months in France and four in Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
St. Mihiel
Argonne
Rainbow Division
Joe Salinas
Antonio Salinas
Co. Ee 168Th Infantry
Emilio Arevalos
Co. F. 168Th
Special stockholders meeting Rio Grande and Eagle Pass Railway
Notice sets a special meeting for May 26 1919 in Laredo Texas at 3 PM to authorize conveyance of Porciones 2 and 3 in Webb County to the Cannon Coal Company. C C Biggio vice president and J D Merriman secretary attest the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
THE
Rio Grande and
Eagle Pass
Rio Grande
C. C. Biggio
Eagle Pass Railway Company
J. D. Merriman
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M. S. Ryan
Board of
Independent School District of
Jos. Moser
A. Saft
Agency For Ladies Queen Quality Brand Shoes
Tturbide St
Laredo, Tex
K. C
Fort McIntosh
Jewss Welfare Board
Howver
Knights of Columbus
Jewish Welfare Board
Cee News
Mexico
Laredo Planing Mill Company
Bessie Moore
Convent Avenue
al J. Nolen
P. O
H. H. Jefferies
Fort Worth
Times Office
Reich
J. Nieto
J. L. Fierros
Farragut Street
Fidel Cantu
Will W. Gregg
Elec
Walker-Morrow Company
Universal Home
Thermax
Sonora News Company
Webb County Lumber CO
Cons
H. Brient
Sales
Mgr
Clingenpeel
Convent Ave
Metropolitan Cafe
Gulf
Moline Universal Tractors
Wormser Bros
Times
Srueger-Atlas Oil Engines
SAN Antonio Machine &Supply CO
Corpus Christi
A. M. Mansur
Germany
Arbon Papers
PHONE
J. W. Falvella
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