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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1914
Page
3
Calamine from Mexico bound for U.S. smelters moved in 150 carloads through Laredo in October, far above prior months. Most went to Collinsville Oklahoma with a few cars to Partletsville Oklahoma and Mineral Point Wisconsin. November thus far shows 69 carloads.
A local notice states all hunting permits issued by the author are revoked after a hunter entered pastures and shot a registered Hereford cow valued at $200. The message, signed by Wardie H. Tepfeters, references trust and friendship but asserts the new prohibition stands.
Laredo Lodge of Elks issues invitations for an at home reception in their hall next Monday evening. Fort MeIntesth wall officers of the Ninth Infantry will attend as special guests with a volume variety of music and talk promised. The committee handling the event includes Messrs Mackin Ryan and Seosl.
All orders received before November 20 will be hauled and planted. Contact RR. TARVIER at phone 660 for arrangements. Cady.
A vague notice indicates a postponement involving the alt co on le Hes ne das rt vey iby asert. An official request titled COTE UPTO is filed today by the in charge, with a claim that a band concert was scheduled this evening but delayed to next week following an outlier event in recent days.
A muddled ad text touts Pine Tanlhoney as a remedy for congested lungs and mucus with claims of restoring vitality. It mentions Dr Beit Pine and suggests relief for irritated air passages and a weakened system.
The Herrera family expresses heartfelt thanks to all who extended sympathy during the illness and death of J C Herrera. Gratitude is sent to those who sent flowers and offered support to Mrs J C Herrera and family.
Notice states that the International Thubel near the I N G N depot has been leased to Mr Enrique Regendez. It notes outstanding accounts to be brought in for payment and lists Deke CLA Laredo as the issuer on May 16, 1904 with Adv.
Damp cool atmospheric conditions linger with light rains and lingering drizzle. Cooler temperatures and steady misty precipitation affected the Rien Ave area as a light rain persisted most of yesterday and a heavier rain followed at night.
All previously granted hunting permits are hereby revoked and no hunting is allowed on the pastures. This notice suspends any authorized hunts until further notice.
A local stage program casts Great Singers as tobacco aware in the Robin Hood production. The lead endorses pipe use with the slogan I always fill my pipe with Tuxedo. Guxedo and I are firm friends.
A jumble of names and cities shows visitors and residents in Minaity and nearby towns. Mentions include Mrs Ernest Anderannual and Master Leland arriving from San Antonio, Miss Marguerite Yeuwer visiting Laredo, and numerous travelers from San Antonio, Houston, Galveston, and Corpus Christi. An advertisement cites Dr King’s New Discovery for cough relief with patient testimonials.
Mrs. Lafayette Tuck of Homer City Pa recalls using Chamberlains Cough Remedy for her child with quick relief and ease of administration. The advertisement notes it contains no opium or narcotics and can be given to children as confidently as to adults. Sold by all dealers.
This week a consignment of 20 to 30 rifles moved from Brownsville to the Carranza government via Nuevo Laredo. Ammunition and arms in heavy lots have also passed through Brownsville bound for Mexico in recent days.
The advertisement touts Gets-It as the first painless corn cure using two drops with a rod. It claims to remove corns w ithout tape plasters cotton rings or knives and notes it sells nationwide for 25 cents a bottle. It identifies E Lawrence & Co Chicago as the distributor and mentions a local seller Flavio Vargas in Laredo.
Algerian troops crushed German forces and retook the village of Tracy Leval between the Oise and Aisne rivers after German capture. The report notes prior German advance and French actions nearby with Allied naval support and disrupted enemy positions.
The Associated Press reports temperatures in Omaha at 2 above zero and Topeka at 8 above, marking the coldest start for the season in 28 years. Strong winds and frosty conditions spread across Kansas and Nebraska as winter looms.
New York stock market will reopen for partial trading on Saturday allowing unrestricted trading in bond classes at certain minimum prices. This move follows measures to stabilize markets and restore liquidity after recent disruptions.
U S reports 6000 Carranza soldiers surrendered to the Villista army at Trapuato. The city was expected to become the first battle scene in the new war.
Berlin reports the Turkish fleet attacked a Russian force off Sebastopol, engaging two battleships and five cruisers. One Russian battleship was seriously damaged in the clash on November 1.
Augusta Ga November 19 Judge Emory Speer filed a certification of disqualification in United States v Thomas Watson delaying the trial. Watson editor author and 1904 People's Party presidential nominee faced an indictment for sending obscene matter by mail. He argues mailing a Bible would violate federal law. Articles published in his magazine denounced the Roman Catholic Church and he defied arrest claiming the pieces are proper mail matter.
Mrs J B Cook of Indiana Pa says Cham berlain's Cough Remedy saved her son from croup last winter. She notes it cut phlegm and eased coughing spells and recommends it to all dealers for sale.
A teacher asks Johnny to write a sentence with the word anecdote. He hesitates then writes a humorous mis-spelling asserting a rabbit has four legs and one anecdote. The exchange showcases a child’s playful misunderstanding.
In damp cold weather there is high demand for Ballard's Snow Liniment for rheumatic pains. It is offered at 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle and sold by all druggists.
In Ohio the field includes Burton Willis Harding or Herrick. New York leans toward Root Whitman and Wadsworth. Pennsylvania touts Brumbaugh as a vote-getter.
Reports from Mexico City on November 1 indicate Carranza names Orizaba the capital of the republic. Mexico City remains quiet but tense with no train service from Vera Cruz and stopped traffic at Esperanza, reason unknown.
Washington reports no new dispatches from the cruiser Tennessee as of November 19. Officials say the cause of the Turkish firing remains unknown and may take a week to clarify.
Night raiders wearing masks roam western Kentucky visiting homes. They whip residents including a timberman and a number of whites and blacks. One black man is reported killed and many victims are left in fear and pain.
Two thousand Carranza troops surrendered to Villa as he seized Leon and other garrisons on the way to Mexico City. Special Agent Carothers notes the rank and file of the constitutionalists favor Villa, with officials predicting Mexico City may fall without a shot.
Washington officials report the Rivers and Harbors Committee will prune the appropriation bill to no more than 20000. The move aims to fund only existing projects with possible small War Department approved add ons. Interior state interests oppose cuts and a larger battle looms as Congress nears December session.
Former President Taft told reporters he feels like he is sitting in an apple tree watching national events unfold, enjoying being a spectator more than an actor. His remark came as he commented on current issues in Chicago.
New York May 19. An official announcement is made but the reopening is postponed indefinitely due to governor conditions. Officers today changed their mind citing difficulties.
The United States Brewers Convention in New Orleans reports the war tax on beer is unjust claiming government revenue triples brewers own earnings.
The body of W. A. Guthrie a prominent citizen was found in the South Concho river with feet and left hand bound. San Angelo Texas November 19. The coroner shifted from possible suicide to believe murder after evidence was reviewed.
Chicago November 19. By order of Federal Judge Landis Armour Car Lines and its vice president Frederick W Elis must answer Interstate Commerce Commission questions about ownership and management after Elis refused previously.
Mississippi Attorney General, handling the case in January, accuses the Cotton Seed Oil Trust of fixing prices and running a secret bureau. He contends the Sons of Plato led by Southern Cotton Oil Company operates as a Mississippi subsidiary to set cottonseed prices and collect dues from mills. The suit aims to show price fixing across cottonseed oil and by products through the alleged network.
An ad promotes Ballard's Workhound Syrup for chest tightness and a dry cough indicating lung inflammation. A free Herrick's Red Pepper Porous Plaster is offered with each bottle to draw out inflammation, claimed to cure colds settled in the lungs. Sold by all druggists.
The Cotton Ball under the Benavides Chapter UDC will be held at Elkshall tomorrow night as a benefit to raise funds for a Vitrola gift to the Confederate Woman's Home. A large number of tickets have been sold and organizers expect a brilliant evening.
Three hundred representatives from Mississippi Valley trade groups met in Memphis to form a permanent organization to boost foreign trade routes to South America and promote midwest commerce. Discussion focused on developing routes through Chicago Kansas City and St. Louis and expanding trade credits with Central and South America.
Notice to tax-payers that the City Hall office is open for 1914 real and personal tax collection. Call for settlement at early date with office hours 9 am to 12 pm and 2 to 6 pm. D C de Lachiga, City Tax Collector. Ad. 11-5 Im.
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