Equal suffrage sparks clash over Congress vote
The piece argues Republicans push to “call up for passage” a constitutional amendment amid war tax cuts rail privatization and Wilson’s push for woman suffrage. It warns Texas voters to back equal suffrage this Saturday and critiques Senate obstruction and Lodge’s stance.
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Congress
Mendeil
Wyoming
Mann
Illinois
Damascus
House
Senate
Wilson
Texas
National Congress
Act of Congress
Manitoba
Lodge declares Republican plan to overturn Wilson policies
The article reports Senator Lodge's assertion that the Senate majority will not be swayed from opposing President Wilson's policies, including the League of Nations. It frames the GOP as asserting power against organized public clamor and emphasizes a shift toward majoritarian rule.
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League of Nations
Senate
Commodore Vanderbilt
House
Senator Lodge
Wilson
United States
Europe
The
United
Sprained Ankle Urges Prompt Liniment Use
After injury, obtain a bottle of Cham berlain's Liniment and follow the printed directions that accompany the bottle for effective relief.
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Chamberlain
Tobay's Anniversaries May 21 1780 to 1917
A compact list of historical anniversaries noting events from May 21 across years: Johnstown NY burned by Tories in 1780, a 1871 Versailles entry into Paris after a siege, 1912 Massachusetts ratifying direct senatorial election, and 1917 Lloyd George Ireland Home Rule terms. Other items include 1869 Kansas river raid, 1890 Duke and Duchess of Connaught in Victoria, 1911 Madero peace pact El Paso, 1915 Lorette north of Arras French success, and Verdun 1916 French casualties at Dead Man's Hill and Hill 304.
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Johnstown
N. Y
Republican
Kansas
Versailles
Paris
Duke and Duchess of Connaught
Victoria
Francisco I. Madero, Jr
el Paso
Massachusetts
Lorette
Arras
Verdun
Dead Man’s Hill
Hill
Lloyd George
Ireland
Birthdays Today May 21 Feature Notables
Augustus O Stanley former Kentucky governor now US senator born Shelbyville Kentucky 52 years ago. Ellen Wilson McAdoo granddaughter of President Wilson born Washington four years ago. Gustav Lindenthal engineer of Hell Gate Bridge born Brunn Austria 69 years ago. Dr Edmund J James University of Illinois president born Jacksonville Illinois 64 years ago.
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Augustus O. Stanley
Kentucky
United States Senate
Shelbyville
Ellen Wilson McAdoo
President Wilson
Washington
Gustav Lindenthal
Hell Gate Bridge
Brunn
Austria
Edmund J. James
University of Ilinois
Jacksonville
Ill
Partnership Formed Ward and O'Meara in Laredo San Antonio
A law partnership is formed by Ira O'Meara of Laredo and Judge R H Ward of San Antonio. The firm will be known as Ward and O'Meara with offices in the Alexander building in this city. Date 5-19-61. Watch The Times daily for opportunities. 0c per month.
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Ira O'Meara
Laredo
R. H. Ward
San Antonio
Ward & O’meara
Alexander
Juarez
Paul C. Sulak
Robert H. Kilsby
Scotch Woolen Mills
France
Paul
J. Nieto
Fire destroys Marroquin warehouse on Main Avenue
A large storage warehouse owned by G. Marroquin burned on Main Avenue near the Texas-Mexican tracks last night. The 650 by 100 foot brick structure, filled with ixtle lard flour and produce, suffered heavy losses though walls remained. Firemen aided by soldiers fought the blaze amid low water pressure and no wind, with insurance covering portions of the damages.
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Main Avenue
G. Marroquin
Knights of Columbus to Host Dance. Welfare Board Ends Wednesday Shows
The Jewish Welfare Board halts its Wednesday dances in Laredo after years of Wednesday entertainment at Fort McIntosh and the Jewish community hall. Knights of Columbus will host a midweek dance at their building, while Sunday gatherings continue with open invitations to all residents.
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K. C
Laredo
Fort McIntosh
Jewish Welfare Board
Knights of Columbus
Pythians Celebrate Castle Hall Banquet After Lodge Session
Knights of Pythias Aztec Lodge No 111 held a banquet at Castle Hall after adjourning a recent service for membership. A single candidate was welcomed to knighthood as sandwiches coffee ice cream and cigars were served. Bros Johnny Thompson and Tennisson spoke of Grand Lodge attendance and members urged more informal suppers to foster sociability.
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Aztec Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Bros
Johnny” Thompson
Tennisson
Grand Lodge
Notice of nonliability for wife Annie Mansur
Notice is hereby given that after this date I will not be responsible for any debts made by my wife Annie Mansur. A. M. Mansour. Laredo Texas May 8 1919. 6-9-30t.
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Annie Mansur
A. M. Mansour
Laredo
Texas
Death of Miss Canuta Arocha in San Antonio
Telegram from Mrs. Sauvignet reports the death of her aunt Miss Canuta Arocha in San Antonio at 8 this morning after a five months illness. Deceased, about 70, died at 505 West Travis Street. Mrs. Sauvignet had been summoned to attend the bedside. She was well known in Laredo where she formerly visited the Sauvignet family. Relatives receive condolences from friends.
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Canuta Arocha
E. H. Sauvignet
San Antonio
Miss Canuta Arocha
West Travis Street
Sauvignet
A Card of Thanks for Fire Aid
We return thanks to all who assisted during last night’s fire that threatened our home. Special appreciation goes to the soldiers and High School boys. H. R. Bradisy and Family.
Docket Delayed In District Court And Local Notices
The criminal docket in district court opening today is postponed one day due to court business. Local items include car listings from Citizens Auto Company, a beauty parlor move to 815 Convent, onion shipment updates totaling 995 carloads, and various ads for services and products. Notable notices mention Earnest-Lattig Co handling Ramsay fire insurance, a special Laredo Volunteer Fire Department meeting, and community announcements about local trades and events.
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Citizens Auto Company
Earnest-Lattig Co
F. M. Ramsay
BUICK
Chandler
DODGE
Studebaker
Rio Grande Oil & Gas to Begin Drilling Near Laredo
Rio Grande Oil & Gas Co plans drilling on the Santo Tomas tract twenty five miles northwest of Laredo. An eighty two foot steel derrick and drilling outfit from Tulsa are en route. J M Gruver will supervise operations with L M Lane as secretary-treasurer and Munn Geologist locating the center for the first well.
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Rio Grande Oil & Gas Co
L. M. Lane
Tulsa
Oklahoma
Santo Tomas
Laredo
J. M. Gruver
Munn Geological Co
Gruver
Pittsburg
Munn
Texas State Election Saturday Sets Three Constitutional Proposals
A special Texas statewide election is set for Saturday May 24 with three constitutional amendments on the ballot. The measures cover woman suffrage statewide prohibition and a home ownership plan. Supporters expect large turnout and strong female votes for the suffrage amendment reflecting wartime contributions. The prohibition and home ownership questions are also seen as pivotal for the state.
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Texas
Thirty-seventh Infantry Band Offers Two Night Concerts
The band directed by Carl Everlof performs at Martin Plaza Thursday night at 8 30 with selections including El Capitan Paragraph III and Evolution of Dixie Then Friday night at Fort McIntosh at 8 30 features Hands Across the Sea Hungarian Comedy Italian Nights An Esquimo Wedding and The Dollar Princess with Arrau Fanfaie and other pieces.
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Thirty-seventh Infantry Band
Carl Everlof
Martin Plaza
el Capitan
Sousa Overture
Suppe Waltz
Araullo Fanfaie
Dixie
Lake Selection
Mlle
Modiste
Herbert
Frenchy
Fort McIntosh
Tobani
Webb County Commissioners certify 1919 treasury report
Webb County Texas officials certify the quarterly report of Treasurer A M Bruni for February to April 1919. They compare receipts and disbursements, show balances by fund, and authorize credits per Article 867, noting cash on hand and totals for Road and Bridge, General, Court House and Jail, Rubel Stationery, Contingent, and State Highway funds.
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A. M. Bruni
Webb County
Texas
Commissioners’ Court
Webb
Court House and Jail
Webb County treasurer cash balance sworn 1919
Financial recaps list outstanding balances by fund including General fund 6124.29, R and B fund 6803.15, C H and J fund 9272.96, Stationery fund 191.00, Contingent fund 50.79, Salary fund 1, Highway Maintenance fund 6087.52, totals 34243.61. cash on hand 33683.94 in Webb County Texas as of May 15 1919. Geor R Page County Judge and county commissioners certify.
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Am’t
Acec’t Jury
R. & B. Fund
Acc’t General Fund
Co. H. & J. Sink
A. M. Bruni
Webb County
Texas
A. D
Geo. R. Page
Johnson
YV. L
J. 8. Johnson
W. L. Puig
J. M. Martin
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P. O
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Royal Cigar Stand
J. L. Fierros
Farragut Street
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Moran Music Co
Lincoln Street
Bellmont
Main Ave
Pat Olson
Santa Ursula Avenue
Fidel Cantu
Will W. Gregg
Notary Public
Times Office
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Chicago
St. Louis
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Charlie Pierce
Caliche Park
Figarola
Enroute and Company
Parade Ground
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