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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1914
Page
2
The U S Department of Agriculture urges farm wives to rearrange kitchens and utilities to cut steps. It cites energy wasted carrying water from wells and advocates placing stove table and sink near dining room.
A writer argues our patent laws enable corporations to suppress patents and block German dyestuff imports. The piece notes manufacturers resist producing domestic dyestuffs, citing cheaper foreign sources, and cites Edison’s local factory efforts. It highlights Texas kaolin deposits and suggests building local porcelain and pottery to reduce reliance on European makers.
The speaker notes Belgium and Germany supply cheap glassware and pottery while the US has sand fuel and talent but relies on imports. He urges developing domestic designers and producers to keep wealth home and boost opportunities for artisans. He ends with a call to daily gratitude and helping others.
The report claims Carranza intends to help Mexico by starving Villa and Zapata, though the piece suggests a difficult path. It notes German armies, Russian traps, and a historical nod to Napoleon’s retreat from Moscow as context for strategic setbacks.
The report notes German forces faced reverses along the entire line from Lodz to Dix, with prospects described as weak and their Thanksgiving Turkey yielding little meat.
A figure claiming authority as an enforcer of order suppresses looting in Mexico City and threatens to hang those caught stealing. The message hints at the emergence of a second Saul among interpreters or prophets.
The ad urges readers with rheumatism in any form to keep Sloan's Liniment at home and apply it to joints or muscles at first sign of pain. It claims rapid penetration, soothing hot swollen areas and offering near instant relief with a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
The New York Herald predicts William Jennings Bryan may retire on March 4 and warns against allowing him to rally the Democracy for a renewed bid in the party’s contest. Critics describe many Democrats as gunshy toward the “Prince of Peace” as the political landscape shifts.
A compact history line notes the 1930 Peru earthquake magnitude 7.0 and Washington troops wintering at Middle Brook New York. Other items include Pennsylvania nullifying its royal charter with compensation to Penns, the London Times press innovation, and various historical events from 1803 to 1911.
An affidavit from JAS. SQUIRES cites recovery from lung trouble after using Bekman’s Alterative, recommended by Lippincott of Delaware and sold by leading druggists. The ad claims the remedy helps bronchial catarrh severe throat and lung affections, with no habit forming drugs and offers a booklet of recoveries.
Frvi reports suggest U S troops may be sent to reinforce the Texas border amid three way Mexican contest among Villa Carranza and Zapata with Zapata holding Mexico City. About 1400 troops in Laredo could be stationed elsewhere or moved to Texas or Galveston as events unfold.
Special tonight presents a sensational three part feature The Lion's Den with a musical program including Overture Caliph of Bagdad Grand Fantasia from Mignon and a selection from Dollar Princess. Regular admission for colored features elsewhere is 20 cents while our prices stay 5 and 10 cents Adv.
The civil case Lenacio Benavides et al v Sinecio Gutierrez et al on a $50 Mexican note went to trial Wednesday and settled after jurors were empanelled. Meador Cawthorn Co. v J A Ortiz trespass to try title of land was taken up for trial and progressed to noon today.
An advertisement touts Dr King's New Life Wills as a cure for dizziness biliousness constipation headaches indigestion and a clear complexion. It claims the product clears fermenting foods purifies blood and costs 25 cents at the druggist.
Weather shifts from cloudy and disagreeable morning to clearing by noon. By afternoon and night the sun shone, boosting outdoor activity as streets dried and people enjoyed outings after indoor restraint. The day feels like a mild autumn in mood and weather.
Mrs Blanche Bowers of Indiana Pennsylvania shares a testimonial about improved digestion after using Chamberlain's Tablets. She says years of poor digestion limited her diet until she tried the remedy and noticed improvement after a year, with continued relief after taking several bottles.
The Laredo Volunteer Fire Department will hold its regular monthly meeting on December 3 in the ball. The main item is electing officers for the coming year. Other routine business will be discussed at the meeting next Thursday evening.
Notice to taxpayers for the collection of city taxes for 1914 real and personal. All are requested to settle at the office during designated hours, with a deadline noted.
Mrs Book of Diana Pa te ett reports a severe croup case in winter. A hot sponge and Cham berlain's Cough Remedy eased phlegm and coughing, which she credits with saving her child's life. Sold by all dealers. (Ad)
Paul Wipprecht of the state department of agriculture spends a week in Webb County offering fertilization advice crop rotation and better cultural methods An farmers institute tomorrow at 2 pm at the Chamber of Commerce will feature a questions and answers session The Chamber plans to arrange his services for another week in January for continued guidance and help
Notice to permit holders that grazing in specified Zapata County pastures is cancelled on December 1 1904 to prevent tainting and to allow stocking with new cattle. Readers are urged to stay out of the pastures after December 1 as per Janning Tegilge order.
Tax host of Canadian and American friends fear for the safety of Miss Datchy Yates of Kingston Ontario and New York. She sailed for Bengal India in October, to wed a British army officer. Her voyage through the Mediterranean and voyage near the Suez Canal raised safety concerns as Turkish uprisings endangered travelers. The couple aimed to marry in Kingston before a return to Cairo and Bombay. The fate of Miss Yates near the Suez Canal remains uncertain as reports vary on her passage.
The geological survey notes a method found in the United States though the creature is not recognized as real. The piece remarks on the timing during a Democratic National administration and expresses a cautious acceptance of its appearance.
In Montgomery Alabama on November 7 Rex Meblloney was freed with a verdict of justifiable homicide after killing Isaac Strickland who had killed Milloney's mother the day prior.
Henry D. Lindsay of Dallas has been offered the chairmanship of the committee to handle Texas' share of the five million dollar cotton pool.
Secretary Bryan said the Smyrna incident ended as Turkey reported the launch firing came from helm indifference and ignored warning shots about mines. Turkey expressed regret. In Europe, a Petrograd report states a German corps of about 50,000 surrendered near Lodz and another corps routed, with intensified Russian attacks along the Czestochowa Cracow line.
Estimates filed for the University of Texas total 82 million 1780 thousand dollars covering the next two years. The request includes four new school buildings and dormitories among other projects and improvements.
Official communique reports ongoing fighting since November 20 on the Lazare-Watz-Milonitza line in northern Serbia. Artillery bombardment drove Austrian monitors off Semlin, forcing their withdrawal.
In New York on Novi 27 Wellesley College girls will join Princeton men in a joint concert at the Waldorf Astoria to aid the reconstruction fund after a fire. It marks a historic first as east coast colleges mix voices for a building appeal.
The Vienna official report says fighting in Russian Poland has become a continuous battle. Russians are repulsed in western Galicia while Austrians progress in the Carpathians. Near Lazarevatz in Servia the Austrians took 1,200 prisoners.
Cleveland welcomes Ambassador Myron T. Herrick returning from France with a warm reception planned. He arrives in early December from New York and will be greeted at multiple stops in Ohio’s cities including Cleveland. Governors Cox and De Willis are invited to attend the celebrations.
London reports a new campaign phase in France and Belgic during the ongoing World War. The dispatch notes intensified operations and strategic shifts as Allied forces advance and defensive lines reorganize amid weather and supply concerns.
The article reports on a chaotic meeting where federals and war map rumors dominate the talk. It mentions figures like Weeghman and the Cubs purchase, plus possible truces and welfare funds for major leagues amid speculation and tensions.
In Vera Cruz, despite Carranza promises, a Mexican employed by Funston faced arrest. The report notes the dairy property near Mexico City was looted or seized, prompting the United States to demand punishment for the guilty parties and restitution of the property.
Chicago November 27 Associated Press says Sig detectives assigned to ride streetcars to protect motion protestors. Forest fires in Arkansas halted by general rains across the state as of November 27.
By Associated Press in New York on November 27 heavy exports and strong demand push cotton futures up five to six points as New Orleans reports spinners buying March contracts.
A three day prohibition campaign starts in Boston led by national no liquor movement leaders. Wilbur F. Sheridan of Chicago speaks alongside Judge Landreth of Tennessee J. Hanley former Indiana governor Charles M. Sheldon of Topeka and others scheduled to speak.
The Anna T. Dodge Children’s Building of Detroit Tuberculosis Hospital will be formally opened tomorrow, marking a national display of tuberculosis prevention efforts. Detroit authorities emphasize education and the campaign against the dread disease.
The Missouri State Poultry Show at St Louis opens its second annual event with a turkey banquet as a featured highlight. Weickorh leads poultry state fame as fifty prize cups are awarded. The exhibit opened Tuesday and closes tonight with attendance surpassing expectations.
Washington dispatch notes a temporary shift in German offensives while the Russia front remains unclear. Official word says no decisive engagements occurred yesterday though unofficial reports hint at Russian gains. President Wilson reportedly disapproved aerial bombings on cities with noncombatants.
London marks the thriving evolution of modern printing as steam presses replace older methods. The piece recalls 19th century resistance by Times pressmen to steam power, their strike, and the eventual adoption that spurred worldwide newspaper growth and public education.
Washington reports confirm Madrid despatches that several Spaniards were killed and homes looted when Zapatistas entered the Mexican city. The incident underscores turmoil as Mexican forces respond to insurgent activity.
Philadelphia Nov 21 President Wilson is expected to attend the Army Navy game here tomorrow as is traditional. All seats are sold and hotels are crowded with officers and guests. Secretary Daniels and Secretary Chortsanni are due to arrive from Washington for the event.
Boonton voters will decide whether to purchase the United Water Supply Company's plant after an oversight left notices for the special election unread. The election is now postponed until tomorrow, November 28, and the town clerk's error prompted the delay.
A ranch owner reports his horse stolen and two men are in custody. Sheriff Dolores Canai and deputies await examining trials as the owner expects to reach the locality within days for further proceedings.
One dog one donkey picked up for violation of city ordinance governing stray animals and now in pound will be sold at public sale in front of City Hall Monday morning November 30 1914 at ten oclock unless owner pays all costs accrued. M Brennan City Marshal Laredo Texas. Nov 26 1914.
A British collier named Khartoum was blown up by a mine off Grimsby on the south bank of the Humber near Halli band land. The crew were saved.
In Sheerness on November 27 authorities recovered thirty bodies from the battleship Bulwark pulled from the river Thirties. Investigators now weigh internal explosion as cause, discounting German torpedo or mine.
London reports the Turkish cruiser Goeben suffered a fate with the Russian fleet in the Black Sea theater. Eleven sailors killed and one torpedo struck the vessel, amid conflicting dispatches on the outcome and subsequent actions.
Mrs dauvethe Tuck of Homer City Pa recommends Climb vtarn Cough Remedy as the best tone medicine for children due to its pleasant taste and no opium content. The ad claims it can be given as confidently to children as adults and that it is sold by all dealers.
A brief item notes a meal or job work totaling 48 units of currency or points. No further context or entities are provided in the readable text.
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