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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1922
Page
3
Bailly publication schedule and mailing options offered for U S Mexico and Canada. Rates shown for daily and weekly issues with postpaid delivery by mail or carrier in Laredo and New Laredo. Subscriptions payable in advance and second class post office entry noted.
A reprint credit notice states the Associated Press holds republication rights for all dispatches and items published in the paper. It emphasizes AP ownership of credited and non credited material and mentions focal Nawe publication.
Reports from Massachusetts Institute of Technology say coffee has no tannin and is harmless. Scientists challenge long held beliefs about sugar, meat, milk with fruit, smallpox cures, malaria, night air, and vaccinations, arguing proper cooking and care yield health rather than prescription fears.
A quip contrasts national anxiety with shifting food fears as the speaker notes that the phrase There's a reason may be misinterpreted. The remark suggests a playful pivot from fears to another topic of diet like bacon and eyes.
Premier Mussolini begins reforms targeting state monopolies in salt tobacco and railways. He proposes transferring railroads telegraphs telephones and postal services to private firms amid deficits and poor service. The argument notes political influence in government jobs and warns against public ownership that benefits a elite while unreliable private capital sometimes delivers better service.
San Francisco voters will decide at the general election on a charter amendment to purchase and operate the Market Street Railway Company properties. The measure covers the streetcar system within the city and suburban line to San Mateo.
The article advises prudent households to replenish Chamberlain's Cough Remedy now as it is likely to be needed this winter. It notes prompt, satisfactory results when given at first signs of a cold before it settles in the system and states the product contains no opium or harmful drug, safe for children.
The Innumerable Bypsy tribes gather annually at Wonderland park Baltimore for their convention and encampment. A hundred year old gypsy woman returns, recanting tales of travel with her faithful tobacco pipe.
The sculptor chats with Mrs. Newgilt while refining a bust. He notes finishing touches on hair and asks about a distinctive permanent wave as she approves the work.
A playful column notes residents poking fun at bootleggers and license plates, while Thanksgiving cranberry prices loom and a witty microbe math quip amuses a neighbor. Eye surgeons react to fashion and a Ford carries a sheep on Matamoros Street in a humorous scene.
A reflective piece argues that cleverness can be wasted by the wise and notes home brew works. It contrasts those with money or car ownership with those who have a son in college. The author mocks the average fool as self made and jokes that a wife can prepare a husband’s dinner with a good can opener.
A mother scolds her daughter for applying makeup too thick before going out. The daughter jokes that she has enough paint on to paint the garage.
Train No 1 to Corpus Christi departs 10:00 a m and Train No 2 from Corpus Christi arrives 3:28 p m International and Great Northern runs a through fast train to St Louis leaving 12:01 p m arriving 6:15 p m Night Train departs 10:00 p m arriving 7:30 a m Rilo Grande and Eagle Pass trains run daily except Sunday with No 1 leaving Laredo 5:30 p m arriving Minera 10:36 a m No 2 returning from Minera to Laredo 11:00 p m arriving 8:16 p m
The Zapata County vote pits Democrats led by incumbent candidates against Republicans headed by Jose Benavides Garcia for county judge and T C McDermott for sheriff and tax collector. Estimated 500 to 600 votes cast with Democrats expected to win. full returns planned for Wednesday.
District court opened with civil matters on the docket as townsfolk noted sales, ads and community announcements. Items include shopping offers, polling reminders, dance classes, marriage licenses, and local business notices across Laredo and nearby streets.
In the Laredo district Russell-Johnson No 1 near Mirando City produced about 125 barrels per day on Survey 771. Vindicator No 3 on Schott Field small lease spudded in, with four wells cap noted by state transfer limits. Carnahan No 7 spudded. Nos 8 and 9 ready. Aviators field few wells to drill this week. Porcion No 1 to drill this week.
The city tax collector announces real estate merchandise and personal property taxes for 1922. Office hours are 9 to 1 and 2 to 5 each day. G. D. de Lachica, City Tax Collector, 11-4-1m.
A new law firm, Rector and Pirtle, opens in Laredo at Room 235 Joseph Building. Judge N A Rector of Austin brings thirty years before Webb County bar, while Alwyn W Pirtle will head the Laredo office after legal training at UT and University of Chicago.
Notice shows Dr G C Hiatt partnering with Dr P A Bass to improve dental service. They will practice at Ramos Building Offices 21 22 23 starting 10 31 61. Dr Bass is highly recommended and they plan expanded patient care. Also mentions Perley Moore Sheehan author and actor in Bet y Compson film distribution by Goldwyn at Royal Theatre for two days with Sheehan’s journalism and literary background.
A meeting of the Catholic Daughetts of America is set for Tuesday evening November 7 at 7 30 p m in the K of C Hall. Grand Regent B O Puig signs the notice dated November 6 1921.
Notice describes import from Milan of Branca a noted tonic and laxative touted by Italian scientists as a universal remedy. Advertisement states it is for sale by John B with emphasis on medicinal properties and broad appeal.
A Sunday blaze consumed Derrick and Ross No 2 on the Schott Field oil complex in Webb County. Workers and owners rushed to the scene and confined the fire to the base, saving nearby derricks. losses about 3000 dollars due to generator origin.
Laredo High School defeats Devine 19 to 0 after a six hour trip, riding Honeyman's command at quarterback and strong line play. Da Camara Wright and the backfield set the pace as the defense held firm and the team prepares to host St. Mary’s Academy next Saturday.
Voters prepare for a high turnout as Webb and Laredo polling places open at 8 a m and close at 7 p m with a battleground in the U S Senate race between Earle B Mayfield and George F E B Peddy and incumbents facing limited opposition in local races.
Miss Sallee invites ladies to shop for fall hats sweaters corsets brassieres and fancy work patterns magazines phonographs and records suitable for adults and children at 1209 1211 Lincoln Street or by phone 666.
The Laredo Employment Agency offers labor from house girls to hotel and office staff. Applicants are invited to apply in Room 38 at the Bertant Building. Dated November 6.
There will be a regular meeting of Miriam Chapter No. 86 at Masonic Hall Tuesday evening at o'clock. All members urged to attend and visiting members invited. Mary Pearl McCulloch W M.
The Times presents a daily forecast from the U S Weather Bureau New Orleans base. Tonight expects generally fair and cooler conditions across southern and eastern Texas. Tuesday should stay fair with continued dry weather and pleasant temperatures.
Observations for the 24 hours ending 7 am show a maximum temperature of 80 degrees and a minimum of 66 degrees. Wind generally from the east, with partly cloudy skies.
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