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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1922

Page

7

Progress in Mexico Water Equity for Rio Grande Irrigation

A Daily analysis notes Mexican interest in a joint Rio Grande irrigation project that would supply water to over 500000 acres on the U S side. Engineering talks between Mexican and U S officials aim to secure equitable water division and develop hydraulic power while boosting regional irrigation and industry.

Mexico Lower Rio Grande Valley International Boundary Commission United States Reclamation Service Armando Santacruz Gulf of Mexico Gulf Laredo Rio Grande

Milmos Drop First Game to San Antonio Stars in Errors

The Milmos lost 4 to 2 to the visiting San Antonio All Stars at Legion Park. Errors by Milmos players in key moments helped the visitors build their lead, despite Najo's fourth inning homer. A twin bill is scheduled with games at 4 pm today and tomorrow at 10 am and 4 pm.

Milmos San Antonio All Stars Legion Park Phe Milmos Alamo City Texas San Antonio Beaumont Houston Galveston Arguijo Merkle Mueller MeQrew Schreyer Najo Peters McGrew

Scout Council Meeting in Laredo

The Laredo Council of the Boy Scouts of America will meet at Scout Headquarters in the Laredo National Bank Building at 8 p m on Monday. All interested residents are urged to attend as officers are to be elected and budget plans for the pals unit will be made.

Scout Council Laredo

Airplane Seized at Laredo for Customs Violation

The Office of Deputy Collector of Customs Port of Laredo Texas announces the seizure of an airplane Model 41648 Curtis ON No has been seized on September 22 1922 for violation of Section 8082 Ros Claimants must file within twenty days from the first publication or the aircraft will be sold at public auction at the Military Airdrome at 10 A M on October 30 1922. A R Kahn Deputy Collector of Customs.

Port of Laredo Texas Curtis Laredo Uomen Military A. R. Kahn Customs

Call for bids for storm sewers in Laredo Texas

I Villegas mayor of Laredo Texas announces bids for furnishing motorids and constructing storm sewers and appurtenances. Proposals due October 17 1922 at 5 PM with five hundred dollar bid bond. Plans available at S F P Crecelius Civil Engineer Pula Building after October 5 1922.

I. Villegas Laredo Texas S. FP. Crecelius Pula Sth

Booster article misses key Laredo water works in 1622 review

The Times acknowledges an overlooked item in its Friday booster piece about Laredo’s 1622 year achievements and near-term plans. It highlights the 2,006,000 gallon steel water reservoir on the Heights, plus major water mains and a 2,000 gallons per minute Allis-Chalmers pump supplying Heights pressure.

the Times Laredo Laredo Water Co Allis- Chalmers

Benefit Dance for Laredo Boy Scouts at Elks Hall

The Catholic Daughters of America hosts a benefit dance at Elks Hall on Tuesday evening October 3. Tickets are on sale now to support the Laredo Boy Scouts. A business opportunity note mentions a chance to start a clean and reputable venture with $250 capital.

The Catholic Daughters of America Elks Hall Laredo Boy Scouts

Christians Protest Persecution in Asia Minor Meeting

The Christian Science Society of Laredo Texas records protest against the persecution and massacre of Christians in Asia Minor. Signed by Mrs W Mary Anderson and Miss Mable M. Byerly, with the committee.

Christian Science Society of Laredo Texas Asia Minor W. Mary Anderson Mable Ll. Byerly

Laredo Fields Oil Output Tops 110000 Barrels in September

Daily Digest reports September oil production in the Laredo district exceeded 110000 barrels with 95000 barrels shipped from Miranda City west and east. Tank car shortages limited shipments though demand remains high with 550 to 600 carloads expected in October and 10 000 barrels held in storage.

Miranda City Laredo Ol Texas-Mexican Ry. Co Tex- Pata Pipe Line Co Texas-Mexican Railway Laredo Tex-Pata Pipe Line Co Miranda

Bids Open For Laredo Drainage System And Paving

The Times announces bids are invited for the city storm sewerage drainage system. Paving bids may follow by November with construction starting soon after. The paper forecasts significant growth and urges support for a bigger, better Laredo.

the Times Laredo

Times to Publish Daily World Series Scores

The Times will obtain and relay results of each World Series game daily via Associated Press wires. Scores will be provided quickly and in complete form including batteries, runs, hits, and errors, with per half inning details if needed to ensure readers receive timely updates.

Associated Press Times

Important meeting of South Plains-Laredo Syndicate units

Secretary DEXTER calls an 8 p.m. meeting for all unit-holders of the South Plains Laredo Syndicate drilling Moon No. 1 at Henderson Nexter Smith office. Vital business will be discussed. attendance urged for every holder.

South Plains-Laredo Syndicate Henderson, Nexter & Smith Dexter

Residents Move Addresses and Brush Demonstration Ad

Mr Francisco Alegria and family relocate from 1207 Sta Clotilde Ave to 1518 Juarez Ave. Call Mr Miller at 1502 for a Fuller brushes demonstration. District Judge J F Mullally and officials depart for Zapata County district court sessions lasting one week. Probate court adjourns after a week’s term. Port of Laredo reports imports from Mexico including pecans and ixile carloads. Laredo oil district produced 110900 barrels in September with 405 carloads shipped, two trainloads for fuel.

Francisco Alegria Sta. Clotilde Avenue Juarez Avenue Uudge J. F. Mullally John A. Walls Seth S. Wilcox Zapata Zapata County Sesson Laredo Mexico Ixile I.G. N San Antonio AllStars Santa Maria Avenue Santy

Seven-Passenger Nash Recovered From San Antonio Theft

John B. Carrington of San Antonio had his seven passenger Nash stolen and later recovered at the international bridge. A man named Jilbert Dubose drove the car and was held to the grand jury in a $500 bond after an examining hearing. The vehicle was restored to its owner. Also notes a new weekly geographical feature starting today from The Times in Laredo with National Geographic Society material.

John B. Carrington Nash San Antonio Laredo International Bridge Jilbert Dubose Dubose Grand Carrington Times National Geographic Society Washington, D. C

L. Daiches Jeweler Closed for Holiday

The store announces it will be closed all day Monday due to a holiday. L. Daiches Jeweler notes the temporary halt in service.

L. Daiches Jeweler

Today’s notable events span faith to industry across North America

Delegates from the Dominion gather in Toronto for the Quadrennial General Conference of the Methodist Church in Canada. Veterans of the 78th Division attend their first annual reunion in Atlantic City. The Pit River hydroelectric front in Shasta County California opens with ceremonies. Seven thousand pottery workers across several states go on strike after work today.

Dominion Toronto Methodist Church Canada 78Th Division Atlantic City Great Pit River Flont Shasta ‘County Calif Ohio Pennsylvania West Virginia Indiana New York New Jersey National Brotherhood of Operative Potters

Mrs Violet 8 Oberfeldt Society Editor

Mrs Violet 8 serves as society editor for Oberfeldt society pages, with telephone number 70 listed for society notices and community news.

Violet Oberfeldt Society

Sunday and Monday church social calendar

The Christian Endeavor Society meets 6 45 PM at the Presbyterian Church. Junior B Y P U meets at the Baptist Church in the afternoon. Senior B Y P U meets at 6 30 PM at the Baptist Church. Christian Church society meets 6 46 PM. Monday includes Woman's Missionary Society at 4 PM, Circles A and B of W M A meet at Baptist Church at 4 PM, and the Woman's Club meets at 3 30 PM.

Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian Church Woman's Missionary Society The Methodist Church Baptist Church Woman’s Club

Society Notices and Local Gatherings Mixed with Poetry

A collection of notes urges clubs to submit weekly reports to the Society Editor and phoned announcements to update the daily society calendar. It includes verses about love and lists upcoming meetings and visits from Irene L. Dearing to Boston, Mrs. Welhausen and family visiting Encinal, and various club meetings at the Baptist Church Elks Hall and Elks Club with dates in October.

Irene L. Dearing Boston Transcript

Social rounds and club gatherings noted in local items

Hostesses served ice cream and cake as games were enjoyed by attendees including Lamar and Truett, Smith, Betty, Lucy, Billie Craig, Elizabeth and J. L. Walker, James and Mary Graves, Merle and Helen Netzer, Louie and Lilian Simms, Henry Simms, Annie Kathleen Burr, Mary and Eugene Thomas, Ruth Young, Beasie Mann, and others. W M U Circle B met with Mrs. J R Sandefer. Circle A and B to elect officers and rename circles. gifts given to the sick. social time followed. New Bridge Club organized with Miss Mildred Leyendecker hosting. first meeting held, luncheon served, members listed. next meeting with Miss Dorothy Derby.

Lamar and Truett Smith Betty Lucy Billie Craig Elizabeth J. L. Walker James Mary Graves Merle Helen Netzer Louie Lilian Simms Henry Simms Annie Kathleen Burr Mary Eugene Thomas Ruth Young Beasie Mann Margaret Guinn Margaret Vernon Bernard Behelper J. R. Sandefer Circle B Woman's Missionary Union of the Baptist Church Sandefer Allbright Mesdames Burgin Windrow Wilkes Reed Simmons Netzer Love Landrum Howell Reynolds Mann Craig Baird Hostess New Bridge Club Mildred Leyendecker Margaret Copeland Marjor‘e Lou Fish Minerva G’sell Emflie Hassell Kathleen Heaner Evelyn Ryan Dorothy Derby Mildred Leyerdecker Fred Rogers Ted G’sell St. Elmo Trout Richard Trout Dan Santo*e Bill Lansden Allan Richards Reginald Hackensos

Viola Dana Tops Rialto Kids Favorite In New Show

In Los Angeles schools Viola Dana’s "The Five Dollar Baby" wins greatest favor with children in a Rialto Sunday Monday engagement. Robert H. Lane head of visual education visited Metro studios and praised Dana for her popularity with the youngsters.

Rialto Los Angeles Viola Dana Robert H. Lane Metro Miss Dana Rialto Theatre Lane

Musicians Club Meets in Laredo Sets November Event

The Musicians' Club of Laredo plans its October 24 meeting with committee reports and year planning. The first monthly musicale is set for November 7 at Miss Annie Thaison's home. Mrs Allen Stowers, soon moving to San Antonio, sang two solos at the Christian Ladies' Aid farewell, leaving a noted voice in Laredo's musical circles.

Musicians’ Club Musicians’ Club of Laredo Annie Thaison Pe Roeant

Local Service Clubs Host Music Programs

The Lions Club featured solos by Mendell H. Morgan with accompanist Mrs. J. M. Dannelley including Friend o Mine and Smilin Thru. Morgan also performed for the Kiwanis Club with Call of the Sea, aided by Sadie Hazelrigg on piano. Church notes include offerings and duets led by Mrs. Allen Stowers with May Lines and Morgan, under Virginia Board and W. S. Keithley at the piano.

Lions’ Club Mendell H. Morgan J. M. Dannelley Friend O' Mine Smilin

Affiliated Choirs Sing At Evening Service

Postlade performs Larghetto with Mrs Ed Russell at the Methodist Offertory. May Lines and Mendel H. lead the Evening Service. Offertory tunes Praise the Lord and Hold Thou My Hand arranged by Cresswell. Ladies Chorus directed by Mrs Lyle J. Perkins. Mrs A B Manford at the piano.

Ladies’ Chorus Lyle J. Perkins Mra A. B. Manford Pianiat

Welsh Eisteddfod at Ammanford Draws World Class Crowds

The 1922 Eisteddfod, famed as one of the world’s oldest music festivals, was held at Ammanford. Welsh and global attendees gathered for the movable festival, with 390 Americans among over 15,000. Prof John Phillips of Ohio led the enormous chorus singing The Land of My Fathers, with Sue Harvard among the soloists.

Ammanford Wales United States John Philips Ohio Sue Harvard

Bells To Ring From Riverside Drive In New York Tower

The Bells of History carillon will be installed at Riverside Drive and 122nd Street New York City. Forty eight bells funded by American school children will be heard from New Jersey coast. Tower of Democracy near Grant's Tomb will host broadcasts via radio transmitters and feature a National Anthem for Children in schools every Monday.

Riverside Drive New York Antwerp Marines 122D Street America England Grant Cathedral of St. John the Devine New Jersey John Bartlett Thomas Hastings Tigert United States Tower of Democracy New York Times

Mayfield Nomination Certified After Legal Ruling

Earle B. Mayfield's nomination will be certified unless blocked by court action. Secretary of State Staples announced the legal department's ruling upholds the constitutionality of the senatorial act and primary elections, resolving a protest by Republican Chairman Creager.

Associated Press Austin Texas Earle B. Mayfield Attorney General's’ Department Staples Legal Department Peddy Mayfield Creager

Also Mentioned on This Page

Daily Digest Laredo Fields Mr. Miller Annie Besant Stitewle Ofa Thompital Cripp Dianapolis Earth Heaven C. M. Henry Bride Charles Tarver Cotulla City Alice Welhausen Rudolph Welhausen Encinal Alfred Matthews E. B. Paisley West Texas Bridge Club Reveljer’s Elks Club Fiora Dilgarde Milton Church Music Christian Rischer Allen Stowers Mendel H. Morgan Virginia Board Keithley Postlade Russell Methodist Cresswell
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