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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1914
Page
5
Tuesday's Daily reports a dramatic military exercise near the Laredo cemetery. Four troops of the 14th Cavalry attacked a wagon train escorted by the Ninth Infantry and machine gun platoon, in a staged hour long battle with agile maneuvers by both sides.
Notice to Tax Payers states the office in the courthouse building is open for the collection of State and County taxes for the year 1y14. Office hours are 9 to 11 a.m. and 2 to 6 p.m. County Tax Collector.
The trial of Sheriff Amador Sanchez on an assault with intent to murder Manuel Garcia Vigil was postponed after Vigil failed to appear in Austin. Vigil is in Aguascalientes but wired he will travel to Texas immediately. The status of witness Lopez and other Laredo parties remains uncertain as they prepare to travel to Austin.
Red Cross relief efforts expand through Laredo and San Antonio as chrysanthemums go on sale November 1 and 2 at Mrs Chas Albrecht in San Antonio to fund widows and orphans. The Tuesday Music and Literary Club coordinates drives with Mrs Harry W Johnson collecting funds via Wells Fargo money orders at no charge.
Advertisement promoting Dr King’s New Life Pills for stomach and liver health. It promises improved digestion, relief from constipation, blood purification, and a tonic overall effect. Available at druggists for 26 cents.
Among the importations from Mexico this morning were thirteen car loads of cattle crossed here by O Pratt of Eneinal. The shipment comprised 380 head of Mexican cattle which Pratt will take to his land near Eneinal where they will be pastured and fattened for market.
A posted notice warns hunters to stay out of a stocked cattle area and avoid trespassing penalties. Signed by Johnson with a dated code 10-27-1f and advisory to keep out under threat of enforcement.
Ad lists a monthly subscription rate of 6 cents per month for The Times.
Public notice warnings from multiple landowners that hunting and trespassing on their pastures are forbidden. Owners including D. D. Davis, Ortiz, Hardie H Jeprertes, and Ira C Jennings & Sons report strict enforcement by prosecution and lawsuits for damages. Pastures lie four miles south of Webh and other unnamed properties.
Villa’s secretary said Francisco Mugia attempted to kill Gen. Pancho Villa. Mugia confessed to American Consular Agent Carothers and was executed. Gen. Pablo Gonzales allegedly paid the would be assassin.
London reports the drive toward Calais remains undecided as Emperor William presses for capture. Belgian losses on the Yser estimated at 10 000 with 1 000 civilians killed in Ceass fire. British forces retreat from the Belgian coast yet receive land reinforcements while exchanges include hand to hand combat and bayonet clashes.
Royalton Illinois October 27 Three hundred men were entombed by a gas explosion at the Mitchell mine near Royalton. One hundred escaped at once and forty bodies were reported recovered. Authorities fear no hope for those in the lowest level.
Collector Villareal reports favorable auction results for reconstructing the burned caston house in Nuevo Laredo across the river. Clarence Jetraries is named as the best bidder with a contract to be awarded when funds are available. The project reflects postwar Mexican developments and local recovery efforts after federal evacuation and fires.
The notice names numerous individuals visiting or staying at the Hamilton hotel in San Antonio including Ford Dix Jr and A Steves Jr from San Antonio, Jo Luby from San Diego, H Johnson from Moore, and many others from Dallas Monterrey Austin and Paris in Texas and beyond, with several repeats and travel mentions. The list reads as a social directory of guests and their origins.
Chronicle of historical incidents listing ships reached New Castle and Plampton repulsed by British cannons, treaties defining Louisiana boundary, rail link Montreal to Toronto, battles and sieges including Kutcher’s gun and Metz, a San Juan quake, University of Virginia fire, and the ship Perseverance lost in the Arctic in 1904 advances.
Public notice prohibits hunting and trespassing in Espejo pastures owned by Espejo Land & Irrigation Co. located in T17-1f. The warning applies to all persons and is intended to preserve property access and safety.
Landowner I Hirsch states no hunting or permits will be issued in the Pescadilo pasture. He warns trespassers will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law and to stay out.
Alfred Matthews warns that hunting in his pastures is strictly forbidden with no permits issued. Anyone found trespassing will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Signed by Alfred Matthews on 10-13-8m in Ady.
A terse warning printed as a notice states that trespassers will be vigorously prosecuted, with no knoting allowed in the pastures and a May 1 27 date indicated by improvised text.
President Wilson announced on October 22 in Washington that he has no intention of calling an extra session after the forthcoming elections.
The will of George Hermann directs three million dollars to establish a great charity hospital in Houston. The Associated Press reports from Houston dated October 2. The bequest aims to create a major medical facility serving the public, with endowment specifics and governance to be announced.
Five hundred doctors and surgeons from across the middle west attend the fortieth annual Mississippi Valley Medical Association meeting in Cincinnati. Leaders of the profession are present at the Linton Hotel for three days of speakers clinics entertainments and diversions as the convention opens today.
Washington October 27 the Civil Service Commission admitted 10 competitive examination applicants aged up to 36 years now allowed to sit for home positions. The prior age limit was 50 years. The exam focused on specialists in home economics with youth not deemed vitally requisite.
A train from Saltillo arrived in Nuevo Laredo carrying 375 cavalrymen with horses and equipment. The soldiers comprise the remaining brigade of General oi cant, increasing Nuevo Laredo garrison to about 1800 men under the new military commander.
McDuff Virginia resident Mrs. J B Whittaker praises Thedford s Black-Draught as a reliable family medicine. She credits its vegetable formula with preventing sickness in her household and aiding digestion, colic and headaches. The ad touts a 25 cent price and long history of use.
Allied forces maintain strength between the Yaer mouth and Lens and push forward between Ypres and Roulers. French artillery destroyed several German batteries. Near Nancy French troops crossed the border, driving Germans back.
London reports that Emperor William has assumed supreme leadership of the Istrian forces. The move signals a major shift in war command during the ongoing conflict in Europe.
Francis De Hart Houston former Harvard football star married Elizabeth Spence Weeden at the Church of the Holy Trinity in Brooklyn. Houston, noted for a brilliant Harvard career as did his father, joins Mrs. George Frederick Weeden Weeden Houston family lineage highlighted in the wedding notice.
Vienna reports that Austrians are rapidly driving Servians and Montenegrins back toward their own territory as of today’s official statement. The advance indicates tightening lines on the Balkan front amid ongoing hostilities.
London dispatch reports via Reuters that Russian forces now control the country extending about 80 miles to the west of Warsaw, indicating a significant advance amid ongoing hostilities.
Speaker Champ Clark addressed the board of conference claimants of the Methodist Episcopal Church during a three day convention in Washington. The aim is to raise five million dollars from the eastern conference to support aged ministers and the widows and orphans of deceased ministers.
Austrian armies claim victory on the lower Iván river southeast of Przemysl against Russian forces. The report notes successful advances and improved positions for Austrian troops in the contested region.
A conference with several Chamber of Commerce directors produced a statement about whether members who practice law could serve as secretary. The speaker expressed no objection to practicing law if it did not interfere with secretary duties. Joseph Wokenney indicated readiness to await final determination and sought an abatement settlement.
All hunters must stay out of the pastures. All permits previously issued are revoked. Any party found hunting in the pastures will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
Waco Texas October 27 advertisers day at the state fair drew all Ad Clubs from across the state. The event showcased industry groups and promotional displays.
Report from London October 21 states Austrian shelling destroyed Shabats in Ser Yin and hundreds of civilians were killed with bayonets, underscoring the toll of the bombardment on residents.
Naval officials say the firing heard off the Virginia coast was only the American fleet in battle practice. The report confirms no action or engagement occurred and references ongoing exercises near Washington.
A terse note reports meat and accurate job work tallying 48 units. No further context or names are provided in the readable text.
Rotterdam reports a British warship broke into flames after being struck by German artillery off the Belgian coast. Details on the vessel and exact location remain sparse.
Mr and Mrs Robert McCulloch announce the forthcoming marriage of their niece Roberta Kelley to Mr Charles Cornelius Shiner. The ceremony will be Friday afternoon November 13 at five thirty at the Methodist Episcopal Church South in Laredo Texas. The couple are noted as prominent local youths with many friends.
Cotton trading in Dallas jumps as foreign buyers enter the market after Britain announced no interference with cotton shipments. Prices hover around mid 18 cents to 11? market. bids show 11,264 bales traded amid renewed demand.
Dr. W. Wilson arrives in Laredo to settle permanently and sets up offices in the Walls building. He adopts modern methods, offers full dental services, uses top materials, and guarantees skilled work in every treatment.
The Medical Society of Virginia begins its annual convention at the New Willard Hotel in Washington. The event features an opening ball, an exhibit tour for physicians, a Fort Myer drill, and an annual banquet with several prominent speakers scheduled.
Jefferson City Missouri October 27 Fourteen railroads appeared before the Missouri Public Service Commission to appeal for a three cent per mile passenger fare. Commercial groups in Missouri oppose the higher rate arguing it would align Missouri with sparsely settled Oklahoma. The commission previously ruled state law fixes passenger rates at two cents per mile. The case promises a bitter contest as railroads push for higher passenger and freight rates.
Rotary clubs from nineteen Southern cities gathered in Jacksonville on October 27 for a first joint meeting. International President Frank L. Mulholland of Toledo attended and welcomed delegates. Discussions focused on San Francisco Expedition attendance, guiding younger clubs, new stunts, officer and committee expectations, with opening remarks by Harry B. Hoyt.
A vintage advertisement urges using Dr King s New Discovery for colds and coughs. It touts quick relief and a 50 cent bottle option. The testimonial from Lewis Chamberlain of Manchester Ohio claims family approval and a money back not guaranteed satisfaction.
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