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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1923
Page
3
Daily publication schedule and mailing options announced for Laredo Times. Rates shown include single copies and membership lengths. distribution details cover United States Mexico and Canada with carrier delivery in Laredo and New Laredo.
The Associated Press asserts exclusive republication rights for its dispatches and for focal news published in this paper, whether credited to AP or not. The notice states AP’s entitlement to use and republish the reported material within the newspaper.
Opinion argues against federal and state control of oil, warning it would slow production raise costs and keep supplies scarce. The writer contends control offers no refining or transport gain and could favor large corporations over consumers.
A historic remark lauds government oversight as the greatest boon to the public, claiming it ensures stability and prosperity. The statement frames control as essential to collective welfare and future progress.
A grim analysis argues that inflation and devaluation erode faith in the German government, spurring hunger and potential revolution. Propagandist claims of reparations and external loans fail as citizens seek relief through drastic change and widespread economic collapse.
Miss Martha Francesdale, 19, UC student, proclaims she has never used arms and will devote her life to curing crippled or disabled persons after finishing college. Miss Hale confirms she is not handicapped.
District Attorney outlines initial trial calendar with cases set for October 22 through November 3. Listed defendants face charges including theft, liquor law violations, burglary, firearms crimes, assault, rape, perjury, and embezzlement, with several driving while intoxicated cases.
Troy Johnson died suddenly while at work in the colored Baptist church in Laredo. He was a pioneer colored resident, longtime steward of the Agree Club, and trusted by old-timers for his honesty and reliability.
The A D J No 2 B on the O Pratt ranch west of Rucinal in Webb County reports good sands at 995 and 985 feet and drilling at 1050 feet. Gas shows suggest potential for oil production. Federal Court convenes Tuesday for the October term of the Southern District of Texas with Judge Mutheson presiding. Special Deputy Collector Ed Cotulla from San Antonio attends the session.
Tonight and Tuesday partly cloudy with rising temperatures. Tuesday will be warmer with continued higher temperatures.
Observations for Fort McIntosh show a high of 62 degrees and a low of 56 degrees during the 24 hours ending at 7 am. Wind was generally from the northwest.
The page notes a late night duck season opening with some early birds and mentions a ballet school opening information line. It also lists local advertisements for furniture, flowers, stenography, electricity, a marriage license, poultry trades, an oil well update, auto services, a beauty shop, and a weathered baseball recap praising the Yankees and predicting a world championship.
The district court grand jury has returned thirty six bills of indictment with two more handed up this morning. Defendants include Eusebio Castro and Antonio Almendarez charged with liquor law violations and Jacobo Rodriguez charged with selling mortgaged property. The panel continues deliberations under District Attorney John A Walls and may adjourn later this week.
The funeral of Mrs Lise Randolph Slaughter wife of J H Slaughter died at Esperanza farm south of Laredo on Friday afternoon at 3 20 o clock was held from Christchurch to the city cemetery Saturday afternoon at 4 30 o clock in heavy rain The services were at the home and grave by Rev Chas W Cook with many floral tributes The active pallbearers were David and Randolph Slaughter Jack R Lobdell N Brewer J W Proffitt Ted Crutchfield and others
E. J. Heuermann holds a lien for labor repairs storage and material on a 1923 Ford five passenger touring car owned by unknown parties. Total due 118.25 dollars including 26.50 storage. Sale set for November 5 1925 at the International Garage in Laredo Webb County Texas between 10 AM and 4 PM to satisfy the debt. Witness dated October 10 1923. Eastern Star notice follows Miriam Chapter No 86 meeting at Masonic Hall AJL invitees.
Calcutta reports India will compete in Paris 1924 with a Bengal Olympic Committee forming under Lord Lytton. Dr. A. G. Noehren says India aims for a representative team from across provinces and may replace the marathon with a ten mile race in Delhi for future training.
The scale cage apparatus shows absent minded people mimic the motions of the mentally subnormal while their work efficiency can improve with trained technique. Engineering Foundation notes bricklayers and berry pickers reveal that best work methods are teachable, boosting output significantly.
Leopoldo Coronado aged 45 and a Nuevo Laredo native, long a Laredo resident, shot himself near San Agustin Avenue and Water Street beside the Rio Grande on Saturday afternoon just after 3. He died minutes later despite aid. He was unmarried and survived by a brother and other relatives. The Chronicle anniversary edition features Laredo development and Miranda City photos, praising the publication.
Notice in Webb County Texas announcing the probate of the will of C Igea deceased and the application for letters testamentary. Laura Blossuan Biggio eccentric named as claimant, the hearing set by County Court on the third Monday of November at the Webb County Court House in Laredo. Court clerk J A Rodriguez signs the writ dated October 15, 1923.
Laredo experienced a heavy downpour starting Saturday after 5 pm, lasting into Sunday night with over two inches by Monday morning. The widespread rain benefited cattlemen by sustaining new grass, aided farmers, and refilled storage tanks for drilling and other needs.
The Laredo Lions Club stages the three act comedy Brother Josiah on Friday October 19 1928 at the Strand Theater. Judge John L Dannelley known as Brother Josiah stars in a cast featuring James Roark as Mr LaBlanca and Benjamin Armstrong as Reginald Hackenjos.
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