Foreign bandits in Henan demand official recognition by China
The Henan bandits threaten to pull China into their fold by insisting on incorporation with the regular army. Foreign captives draw pressure from governments as missions, governed by treaties, seek protection while multiple regional armies loot and levy taxes. The crisis tests Peking’s control and China’s post conference standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henan
China
Aroy
Hienan
Peking
Central
Washington
NEWSPAPERMEN AS SPIES IN PEACE AND WAR
The article argues that German spies operated globally in past wars and that the U S military intelligence differs from foreign powers. It cites John Bull claiming Americans might join foreign war efforts, noting war experience and reserve enrollment, but asserts American journalism remains separate from clandestine spying in peace time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Military Intelligence Department
War Department
Lineness
American Spy History Noted for Harsh Public Opinion
The article surveys American attitudes toward spies from Nathan Hale through Civil War figures like Belle Boyd, noting widespread disapproval of treason and strong editorial standards. It argues secrecy and espionage are at odds with wartime duty and public honor, citing deportations over prosecutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathan Hale
Andre
Tarrytown
Coarerap Benvedict Arnold
Sevral
Belle Boyd
Virginia
Aha Ayinpatiny
Etvilia
Laredo Kiwanis Club hosts varied school and scout talks
The Laredo Kiwanis Club meeting at the Hamilton Hotel featured J J Christen and several teachers and pupils discussing school activities. Lott Taylor and Miss Seaman spoke on education while Judson Neff read a poem about the Laredo football trip. Prof J Christie outlined district needs and Mr Fitch praised the Boy Scout movement. The gathering closed with the Star Spangled Banner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kiwanis Club
Klamilton
J. J. Christen
Keere
Derby
Seaman
Lott Taylor
Judson Neff
Kiteh
Poy Scouts of America
Mackay
Loy Scouts
HH. M. Roe
Henry Zachary
Merchants State Bank
Charles Cook
Zachary
Jer. WH. A. Sauvignet
Dorothy Derby
Robert EL Ieee
Laredo
Devine
J. Christen
Fitch
Boy Scouts of America
Kiwanis Clubs
Michigan
Ohio
Missouri
Catholic Ladies to Hold Laredo Apron Sale for Orphanage
The Catholic ladies of Laredo plan a large apron sale on November 18 to support the Orphanage on the Heights. The event will take place in a store on Iturbide Street opposite Richter's, with prices around 41 to 65 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catholic Ladies of Laredo
the Heights
Iturbide Street
Richter’s
Great activity in fields of Webb Zapata counties
Weather has delayed drilling in the Laredo district with about a dozen wells showing casing or readiness but no new drillings yet. Despite mud, activity rises as derricks go up and locations are made, signaling many producers and larger operators preparing to expand in Schott, Aviators, and other fields. Magnolia Petroleum buys 480 acres in Gates Kirkpatrick ranch, plans development and a linking pipeline to Texas Mexican Ry Co track at Oilton loading racks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Leing
Schott
Aviators
Juaredo
Magnolia
Gates-Kirkpatrick
Magnolia V Petrolieu Co
Gates & Kirkpatrick
Magnolia Company
Ry. Co
Oilton
Storm sewer work in Laredo slowed by large boulders
Construction of the city storm sewer system in Laredo continues with two blocks of work completed. Janes Contracting Co faces delays as blue rock and large boulders twelve feet deep are removed near Zacate Matsamos street, but crews progress beyond the arroyo and still expect completion within two months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
Laredo
Fmet
Janes
Zacatemo Matamosos
Teast
Notice to Disconnect From Hamilton Hotel Sewer
Notice to all connected with the Hamilton Hotel sewer to disconnect and connect to the city sewer as the old line will be removed immediately to make way for the city conduit system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton Hotel
Prosperous Year Ahead for City and Webb County
The 1923 outlook for Laredo and Webb County centers on paved streets and a 36 mile Miranda City highway linking Laredo to oil fields. The project promises improved traffic for oil workers, spurring new enterprises and competition, with progress expected early in the year. Do it now replaces manana as the rallying cry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Webb County
Miranda City
Mirando City
Texas
Mananar
Fox pays $50,000 for four words from O Neill play
William Fox bought the rights to the four words The World Is Mine from the late Janes O Neill estate. The phrase, tied to Count of Monte Cristo performances, became a famed stage climax and now helps market the film release in Los Angeles and Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Pox
Janes O'Neill
O’neill
Los Angeles
Boston
O'Neill
Claire Adams Stars in Golden Dreams at Royal Theatre
Claire Adams born in Winnipeg and educated in Winnipeg London and Calgary stars in Benjamin Hampton’s Golden Dreams at the Royal Theatre today. Her health broke down while studying to be a Red Cross nurse in the war at Grace Hospital Detroit. Hampton drew her to star after her lead in the governments Red Cross film.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Today
Claire Adams
Bruette
Benjamin Hampton
Goldwyn
Royal Theatre Today
Winnipeg
Canada
London
Calgary
Red Cross
Grace Hospital
Detroit
Hampton
Pearsall Football to Meet Laredo High Tomorrow at Legion Park
Pearsall High hosts a return football game with Laredo High School tomorrow at 3 45 pm at Legion Park. The October 28 match in Pearsall ended 2 0 in favor of Laredo. Laredo, coached by Seyfried, has strengthened its lineup and aims to defend home turf against strong Southwestern district competition.
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Laredo
Pearsall
Eagle Pass
Perion
Texas
San Antonio
del Rio
Seyfried
Legion Park
Excavation Begins for Proposed Six Story Tourist Hotel
Excavation work started on vacant lots behind the Hamilton Trotel at Salinas Avenue and Houston Street for a proposed six story hotel. Mr. Peterman leads a force of men and teams with M. Little contracted for the project. Two contract sections cover basement and foundation, then construction. The project aims to provide a long needed tourist hotel in Laredo at an ideal site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peterman
Hamilton Trotel
Salinas Avenue
Houston Street
M. Little
Laredo
Fernet Branca Promoted as Laxative Tonic in Milan Trade
Milan report promotes Fernet Branca as a universal laxative and tonic for families in warm climates while noting endorsement by leading Italian and international scientists. Gale by John Bruni, 10-17-1m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milan
Italy
Gale
John Bruni
American Royal Live Stock Show Opens in Kansas City
The twenty fourth annual American Royal Live Stock Show opens in Kansas City at a new half million dollar exposition building. Beef cattle dominate entries with 672 Herefords and 300 Shorthorns among over a thousand head competing for about $12,000 in prizes. Delegations and entrants from Missouri to Montana gather for a week of cattle swine horses sheep and poultry displays.
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Kansas City
United States
Canada
Beef Cate
Missouri
Kansas
Iowa
Illinois
Texas
Colorado
Mississippi
Nebraska
West Virginia
Oklahoma
Wisconsin
Montana
Middle West
Laredo Gossip Echoes Quiet City Observations
A column of social snippets from Laredo reveals local tales about work, divorce excuses, and daily quirks. Notes on weather affecting book sales, men carrying briefcases, and various street observations reflect a small town mood and humor.
Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea in Laredo
A reflective column discusses politeness and desires, noting that some seek advantages from status while others envy success. The piece quips that a pessimist is a locksmith who dislikes cold weather and warns that learning can be risky. It concludes with a wry line about aspirations and the proverb about choices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Health note urges regular bowels for well being
The ad advocates Chamberlain's Tablets to keep bowels regular. It claims good health depends on avoiding constipation and promotes the tablets as mild and gentle to use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Viking Warship Back to View at National Museum
A Viking warship about 300 BC will be displayed at the National Museum Copenhagen. Found in the Hjortspring bog in Slevig it includes shields spears and swords. The elm vessel is 42 1 2 feet long 6 14 feet wide and rowed by ten oars. It will be assembled and shown as it sailed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copenhagen
National Museum
Hjortspring
Slevig
Wireless for the Deaf Advances in Hearing Aid Tech
New York reports wireless telephony being used to aid deaf people. Ear specialists reeducate the weaker ear through a headpiece acting as a receiver, delivering sounds that stimulate the ear drum to regain use. This marks a shift from tethered ear devices to wireless hearing assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ben
Trade notes and notices from Laredo 1961 insert
Import records from the Laredo border show carloads of skins ixtle bana nas beans pecans and bridge cargo, plus Acme face brick. Local services include Richelieu Cafe meals and ballroom classes. Court business and improv plans at Meadow Green streets and 1005 Iturbide noted. Departures included deputies and a civil case Emerson Brothers vs Laredo Electric & Railway Co. Also listings for furnishing floral and plumbing services and deer meat from Fort McIntosh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bort
Laredo
Mexico
City Lumber Company
Richelieu Cafe
Commissioners Court
Meadow
Green Sts
Iturbide Street
Miguel Vidaurri
Manuela Garcia
Editha C. Lowry
Flores Ave
Emerson Brothers and
Rogers
Laredo Electric & Railway Co
Laredo Candy Company
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Ateriean
The
Laredo High School
Webb-Zapata
Zacate
Big Machine
MR. Fox
Monte Cristo
Abner
Louise
Farragut Street
Associated Press
Wireless For the Deaf
Threadgill & Threadgill
B. Juarez Plumbing Co
Lincoln St
Hidalgo St
M. M. Dunphe
G. A. Stowers Furniture Co
Avenue C
8Th St
Lincoln Street
Rafael Sciaraffa
Wormser Brothers
Soldier Boys
Fourth Cavalry
Fort McIntosh
Fide Cantu
Will W. Gregg
Times Office
Corpus Christi Street
Saft's
Brunswick
John §. Plaskett
Dominion Astrophysical Observatory
Victoria
B. C
Oxford County
Ont
Thomas Taggart
Indiana
Ireland
Grace Abbott
Children’s Baron
Washington, D. Oe T
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