Russia and cinema culture spark a patriotic critique
A correspondent contrasts Russian pride with intelligence and progress, noting Soviet claims as propaganda and praising Russia’s music and literature while criticizing governance. The piece discusses Soviet claims, railways, education, and global cultural influence, then shifts to Hollywood cinema trends and rising actor salaries, arguing for cost reductions and accessible films.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Engand
France
Movie magnate closes studios halting 16 actor companies
A leading producer shuts down both Eastern and Western studios stopping work for sixteen actor companies. He cites high costs and plans salary cuts plus reduced staging and mechanical expenses. The move follows critics noting ad campaigns stressed costs rather than quality and the industry’s ballooning salaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wanke
World Court Week Observance Kicks Off Nationwide
The Federated Council of Churches of Christ in America announces World Court Week in the United States to educate and rally support for joining the World Court. Armistice Day Sunday is designated World Court Sunday with calls for public letters to Congress urging participation.
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Associated Press
New York
Federated Council of Churches of Christ In America
Harding
America
World Court
Federated Council of Churches
Royal Theater Presents Three First National Pictures This Week
The Royal Theater shows three big First National features in a row. The Dangerous Age stars Louis Stone and Cleo Madison, Oliver Twist with Jackie Coogan appears Friday and Saturday, and The Bright Shawl with Richard Barthelmess and Dorothy Gish plays midweek. Manager Epstein aims for large local crowds and patron support.
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Louis Stone
Uth Clifford
Cleo Madison
Oliver Twist
Jackie Coogan
Star
Richard Barthelmesa
Dorothy Gish
Royal Theater
Epstein
The
Laredo
First National Pictures
Red Cross Nurse Budget Drive in Laredo
A community appeal defends funding for a Red Cross nurse citing hundreds of school visits and health checks. It urges residents to donate and support the national program while highlighting lifesaving work and the upcoming drive starting November 11.
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National Red Cross
Lareds
Hfe
Laredo
Philippine Lumber Trade Set for Japan Reconstruction
Philippine lumber men expect brisk sales to Japan for reconstruction. Nearness to Japan aids export prospects with demand pegged at 10,000,000 board feet in 60 days. Oregon remains a principal competitor while the forestry department cautions local firms to hold profits steady.
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Associated Press
Manila
Philipine
Japan
Oregon
Philippines
Forestry Department
Perfect score at Illinois fair crowns Riverton baby
Gloria Jane, fifteen months old of Riverton UL, named prize baby of Uncis after six physicians declare her the most perfect infant. Among 4 537 babies examined at the Illinois State fair she earned a perfect 100 percent rating and the honor as the state’s top infant.
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Gloria Jane
Asper
Riverton
Uncis
Buffalo Texas hunters seek ten day hunt with pack of hounds
A Buffalo Texas party letters a ranchman in Southwest Texas offering eleven men and a pack of hounds for a ten day hunting trip on his lands. The rancher replies there is not a chance in a thousand but invites others who wish to host the party to contact The Times for the address.
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Pony Ballet
Buffalo
Texas
Buffalo Gang
Black and White Ointment Offers Pimple Free Skin
Advertised remedy claims to end acne pimples blotches and rashes after few applications. Promotes affordability with 50¢ size offering triple quantity versus 25¢ size and urges both men and women to try the product, noting dealers stock it widely.
Auction Notice Seizes Horse and Express Wagon at Port of Laredo
The Office of Deputy Collector of Customs Port of Laredo Texas announces public sale on November 14 1928 at 10 A M in front of the Post Office to the highest cash bidder. A horse and express wagon seized for violation of Section 593 Tariff Act of 1822 will be sold. A R Khan Deputy Collector of Customs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Texas
A. R. Kahn
Custorre
Aged Lady Agustina Mattei Dies in Nuevo Laredo
Sra. Agustina G. Vda. de Mattei aged 75 of Nuevo Laredo died at her home yesterday at 5 o'clock. Widow of Matteo Mattei she left several sons and daughters and many grandchildren. Funeral from the family residence at 10 o'clock this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sra
Agustina G. Vda
de Mattei
Nuevo Laredo
White House in Nuevo Laredo Opens Drive In
A drive in at The White House in Nuevo Laredo opens November 1 with an oyster fry every Friday. Framed as a private venue, it invites families and promises top service. Frank Williamson signs as proprietor with date 10 29 12.
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White House
Nuevo Laredo
Shriners Pass Through to Mexico City on Special Train
Four Pullman coaches carrying Shriners potentates reached Laredo on the regular train. The delegation’s cars crossed into Mexico and were attached to a dedicated train for the southward journey to Mexico City.
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Shriners
Mexico
Mexico City
Laredo
The Dangerous Age at Royal Theatre Two Day Engagement
The Dangerous Age starring John M. Stahl and First National is set to run at the Royal Theatre on Wednesday and Thursday. The film explores romance’s decline with a mooted question about age and love, presented as an intriguing drama.
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Royal
John M. Stahl
Royal Theatre
Catholic Daughters Schedule Night Business Meeting
The Catholic Daughters of America announce a business meeting tonight at 7:30 at the K. C. Hall. Members are urged to attend.
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Catholic Daughters of America
K. C. Hall
Traveling Salesman Arrested After Trunk Search
Joe J. Jesse a traveling salesman was detained at the L & G station after customs inspector John Chamberlain and deputy Fieros found an assortment of high grade liquor including cognac champagne vermouth whiskey and absinthe in a trunk. He appeared at an examining hearing and was held to the grand jury in 500 bail.
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Joe J. Jesse
John Chamberlain
Fieros
Jesse
City of Laredo Announces 1923 Tax Collection Hours
The City of Laredo will collect taxes for the year 1923 with office hours 9 to 12 and 2 to 5. City Tax Collector D. C. De Lachica announces the schedule for taxpayers and offices.
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Laredo
D. C. de Lachica
Land Dispute Seeks Adverse Possession Relief in Webb County
Webb County suit seeks title by prescription for part of Porcion No. 30 in Laredo with plaintiffs Eloy B. Moreno and others claiming more than ten to twenty five years of peaceable possession. Defendants include heirs of multiple Cordova Moreno and Mendiola figures. case cites 1923 petition filed November 3 1923 in No. 6624. damages sought 10000 dollars and annual rent value 1000. Proceedings require four weekly citations in local newspaper.
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Luciano Ver Sara
Carlos de la Cruz
Ramon Mendiola
Candelario Ortegon Mendiola
Hilario Moreno
Natividad R. de Moreno
Dolorea Lopez de Moreno
Victoriano Salinas
District Court
Webb County
City of
Laredo
A. D
Eloy B. Moreno
Concepcion B. Moreno
Cleofas Moreno
Remigio i’. Chapa
Magdalena M. de Chapa
Dolores M. de Santos
Macedonio Guerra
Matias Guerra
Raul Casso
Ricardo Chavana
Julian Granados, Jr
A. M. Bruni
Manuel Mejia
Tirsa
Trinidad R. de Casso
Eriateo Casso
Erminia Ramon
Ernestina Kh. Martinez
Isauro Martinez
Martin Ramon
Doroteo Ramon
Marta Ramon
Adelaida Ramon
Micaela Ramon
Amelia Ramon
J. Maxcy Pace
Pearl Pace Burr
J. G. Burr
Annie Pace Brown
A. ©. Brown
Luciano Vergara
Jose Francisco Cordova Moreno
Candelario Ortegon de Mendiola
Candelario Ortegon Hendiola
Natividad
Dolores Lopez de Moreno
Texas
Porcion No. 30
Crown of Spain
Varas
Porcion No
C. M. de la Garza
Guardianship Petition for Webb County Minors Sought
San tiago Valdez filed in Webb County Court a guardianship application for minors Lilia Valdez Hortensia Valdez Julia Valdez Estela Valdez Elisa Valdez and Carlota Valdez to be heard at the 3rd Monday in November 1923 in Laredo. The notice requires publication in a Webb County newspaper for ten weeks and invites interested parties to appear and contest the petition.
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Lilia Valdez
Hortensia Valdez
Julia Valdez
Estela Valdez
Elisa Valdez
Carlota Valdez
Santiago Valdez
Webb County
Texas
Lilla Valdez
Cariota Valdez
Laredo
A. D
J. A. Rodriguez
Webb Co
Citation by Publication in Webb County Court
Publication of citation required for Bessie Covington Mims in No. 6616 filed by Edgar Mims. Divorce suit alleges abandonment and cruelty with marriage in Louisiana 1911 and separation since 1921. next term starts December 1923 in Webb County District Court at Laredo with Clerk C M de la Garza and Deputy Pedro Garcia.
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State OF
Texas
Webb County
Bessie Covington Mims
A. D
Edgar Mims
Webb
Louisiana
C. M. de la Garza
City of
Laredo
Co. M. de la Garza
Webb Co
Pedro Garcia
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