Senator Lenroot Proposes Fair Government Advertising Policy
Thursday’s Daily reports Senator Lenroot of Wisconsin criticizing government advertising practices. He argues publishers provide free publicity as a public service but should be paid, noting post office and printing costs, free samples, and outdated excess material. He urges reform to fund real advertising and curb waste.
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Learnot
Wiscasin
Baily Press
United States
Lenroot
Artistry versus business in Galli-Curci contract clash
The Chicago Opera Company parts ways with Mme. Galli-Curci over a repertoire dispute as management cites business supremacy while the soprano favors Dinorah. The episode recalls Samuel Insull’s pivot to operatic enterprise, highlighting the tension between art and commerce.
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Mme. Galli-Curci
Chicago Opera Company
Galli-Curci
Chicago
Dinorah
Lakme
Samuel Insull
Grand Opera
Civic Impressario
Insull
Webb County invites bids for jail repairs contract
Webb County Commissioners Court will receive sealed proposals by 10 AM Monday November 17 to furnish labor and materials for repairs to the county jail including carpentry painting plumbing tin roofing and electric lighting. Bids require a 5 percent certified check. The court may reject any bid. A Winslow Webb County Judge signs the notice dated November 9.
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County Commissioners Court
Webb County
Light one inch rainfall benefits Laredo region crops
A series of light showers swept across the Laredo region yesterday bringing about an inch of precipitation. The rain soaked the ground aiding Bermuda onions and resting transplanting, while ranchers and cattlemen welcomed the moisture to sustain grasses for a tougher winter season.
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Laredo
Ager
Bermuda
Laredo Public School News Highlighted By Local Club Meeting
The Laredo public schools superintendent I. J. Christen was introduced at a club gathering where Jim Moore’s paper was discussed. Fred Mally mapped illiteracy along the Texas border, urging more space and teachers to ease crowding. Mrs Allen Stowers performed a solo with an encore.
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Paisley
Ted Choopiae Ag
J. Rae
Tom Willie
I. J. Christen
Laredo Public Schools
Royaume Soty
Jim Moore
Fred Mally
Texas
Mexico
Allen Stowers
Gilmore Heads Texas Rail Commission on Laredo Inspection
Hon. Clarence E. Gilmore chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission leads a party on an inspection trip through Laredo. They tour onion fields, ride private cars along the Texas Mexican line and plan visits to Miranda City coal mines before returning for a Chamber of Commerce banquet address.
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Carence EF. Gilmore
Texas Railroad Commission
Commissioner Gilmore
Messrs. Gilmore
Walthall
Nef
Laredo
South Laredo
Fred W. Mally
Sam Mackin
O. W. Killam
Jausto Trevisio
Robert L. Bobbitt
Chamber of Commerce
S. W. DeWolf
Webb County
Gilmore
Elks Hall
Laurel Field Proves High Gravity Oil Rise at Schott Field
In Schott Field Laurel No 2 confirms 45 gravity oil at 2,000 ft depth and signals a broad drilling push to bring in high gravity producers. Laurel No 1, Carnahan No 8, and other wells show similar grades with outputs from 20 to 258 barrels daily. Notice to public: Olympia Confectionery sale by new owners Mésdames Create and Zylicsz dated 11-13-10.
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Laurel No
Kararep Ohl
Bleek
Lattrey No
Schott
Laurel No. 1
Magnolia
Carnahan No
Marnelia
Schott Field
Olympia Confectionery
Méesdames
Black and White Ointment Praised by Users
A large crowd reports excellent results from Black and White Ointment for pimples eczema rash and itching. The product is selling at a phenomenal rate of nearly two million packages per year and is widely stocked by dealers.
Seizure Notice of Personal Effects at Port of Laredo
The Office of Deputy Collector of Customs Port of Laredo Texas announces seizure of various items for violation of the Tariff Act. Claimants must file claims within twenty days from publication to avoid sale at public auction at 10 A M December 21 1923 at the Custom House.
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Laredo
Texas
Custom House
A. R. Kahn
Cole No 3 Well at Bruni Bailing Amid Bridging Trouble
The Cole No 3 well of Cole Petroleum Co. one mile north of Bruni is in the process of bailing but faces bridging issues at intervals. Company officials remain confident these obstacles will be overcome and the well brought in as a producer.
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Cole No. 3
Cole Petroleum Co
Bruni
Fernet Branca Invigorating Tonic Case Ad
Fernet Branca prepared by Branca Bros Milan Italy recommended by Dr Loreny Vienna as a tonic for all ages especially indigestion. Won grand prize at Paris exposition 1900. For sale by John Bruni 11-7-3m.
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Fernet Branca
Branca Bros
Milan
Italy
Europe
Loreny
Vienna
John Bruni
Annual election tonight of the boards of directors
Hon. Clarence E Gilmore chairman of the Railroad Commission will be the principal speaker at Elks Hall for the annual election of the board of directors and banquet. A record attendance is expected as merchants and citizens hear about day’s important problems.
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Clarence E. Gilmore
Railroad Commission
Chamber of Commerce
Elks Hall
Clarence J. Gilmore
Drailroad Commission of Texas
Walthall
Gas Inspection
Gilmore
Lardo
Mr. Walthall
New Chief Operator Arrives in Laredo
A. C. Estes formerly of Western Union Mexia arrived in Laredo to relieve R. L. Gaulden as chief operator. Gaulden left for Dallas and will head to New Orleans as assistant wire chief. He will be joined by Mrs. Gaulden after the holidays and is remembered fondly by Laredo friends as he moves on.
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A. C. Estes
Western Union Telegraph Co
Mexia
Laredo
R. L. Gaulden
Gaulden
Dallas
New Orleans
Farm and Ranch Loans Reach $26,000 in Local Counties
Federal Farm and Ranch Loan offers up to 26000 dollars at 6.4 percent for farms and ranches in Webb Zapata Jim Hogs and Duval counties. THOS H WARD operates the office in the Joseph Building.
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Federal Farm
Webb
Zapata
Jim Hogs
Duval
Thos
H. Ward
Joseph Building
Oregon Senator McNary Seeks renomination in primaries
Charles L. McNary, senior Oregon senator since 1918, announces his candidacy for renomination. A native of Oregon, he grew up on a Salem area farm and studied at Stanford with law admission in 1898. He served as district attorney, sat on the Oregon Supreme Court, and later influenced the state's education and economic development.
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Charles L. McNary
United States
Oregon
Senate
Henry Lane
McNary
Salem
Leland Stanford, Jr
Supreme Court
United States Senate
Earthquake Shocks, Elections Mark South American and British News
On November 15 a year ago Argentina and Chile endured continued earthquake shocks along the west coast. In Britain the Labor and Liberal parties made gains in the parliamentary elections reflecting shifting political tides.
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South America
Today’s Events Highlight Nation and World Affairs
Brazil marks republic anniversary as Portland hosts Pacific Foreign Trade Council meeting. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy in Boston observes its 100th anniversary. Rok peace prize contest closes. Mrs Dorothy Caruso to wed in Paris. RNC subcommittee to meet in Washington. A two day thrift conference opens in D C. Thorndike Building dedication at Boston City Hospital with Mayo delivering address.
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Brazil
Portland
Ore
Pacific Foreign Trade Council
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Boston
Edward Rok
Paris
Dorothy Benjamin Caruso
Cave
Ernest A. Inrram
Republican National Committee
Washington
Thorndike Memorial Building
Boston City Hospital
America
William J. Mayo
Minnesota
Officials Ban Local Officers From Secret Societies
Manila reports that municipal officials in the Philippines will be barred from joining organizations beyond religious athletic or purely recreational groups. The Interior Department circular aims to prevent police affiliations with groups like Masons secret societies and labor mutual aid unions. Officials say secret vows and rituals can influence members to enforce laws less rigorously in cases involving fellow members.
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Bresa
Manila
Philippines
Executive Bureau
Department of the Interior
Denby Appears on Crutches After Foot Operation
Secretary of the Navy Denby, recovering from foot surgery, attended a cabinet meeting on crutches.
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Denby
Bank Vault Guards with Gas and Bolts Boost Security
A Chicago firm installed a burglar proof lock for The First State Bank and Trust Company vault. The device releases a chlorine mustard and tear gas mix when tampered with, triggering new bolts and making entry impossible until atmosphere normalizes. Reported tests show 100 percent efficiency.
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Bani & Trust Company
Anakin Lock Works
Chicago
Christy Brothers Four Ring Wild Animal Exposition
Shows here Saturday and Sunday feature Christy Brothers exotica with elephants and clowns. The gala runs November 17 and 18 in Laredo as a special train arrives dawn on show day. A mile long parade opens the program with 10 000 seat big top and hundreds of animals and riders.
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Christy Brothers
Europe
Canada
West
Zoo
Melon Inspired Life of Wisconsin Postmuster Craig
A. H. Craig 76 of Mukwonag credits melons for his life’s work after early financial ruin. He studied seeds from France Spain and Persia then cross bred Hoosier melon stock to create 20 to 24 pound market fruit. His new variety debuted at a Taft banquet in Minneapolis drawing strong demand.
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Associated Press
Mukwonag
Wis
A. H. Craig
Craig
New York
France
Spain
Persia
Indianapolis
Hoosier
Taft
Minneapolis
Old Father Hubbard Tries Cupboard Tastes
A whimsical verse notes Old Father Hubbard eyeing his pantry for a snack, and a misstep in forty eight hours when a prayer and flowers reveal wood alcohol as the final bitter twist.
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Chieace Opera Company
A. Winslow
Goodyear Tires
Goodyear
Laredo Auto Sales Co
Convent St. Auto Supply Co
Bub Csalinas Ave
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Stearns
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