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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1923
Page
10
The National Motor Co announces an upcoming shipment of Willys Knight cars including a Coupe Sedan standard. A public showroom viewing is invited in the next few days to see these models at their facility.
Mr and Mrs M Davis depart tomorrow for Baltimore Maryland where Mrs Davis will be treated for an affliction.
A condensed retrospective notes Peyton Randolph’s death in Philadelphia 1775 born 1721 in Virginia. Collins Huntington born 1821 founder of Southern Pacific. Dominican Republic independence 1884. fleets at Bosphorus 1863. Augusta Victoria born 1856 died 1921. Wambe wreck 1882 near Vancouver Island. German Emperor visit Constantinople 1898. King George calls men to enlist 1915.
Fortieth anniversary of the Metropolitan Opera House in New York marks a day of national anniversaries as Princeton University and Colorado projects are observed. Events include the Mobile Gulf Fair, Senate hearings on the Veterans Bureau, a transcontinental Jefferson Memorial tour, Canada-US talks on narcotics, Inter-American High Commission in Washington, and the Geneva International Labor Conference opening with factory inspection principles.
On October 22 a group of prominent figures share birthdays: Giovanni Martinelli the tenor born near Venice 38 years ago, Charles A Hinsch Cincinnati banker 48 years ago, Rt. Rev. Frederick W. Keator Olympia bishop 68 years ago, Raymond Hitchcock Auburn New York star 63 years ago, and Charley Weinert Budapest born boxer 28 years ago.
Monday events include the Helmguts Circle of the W OB S meeting with Mrs. Burford at 4 PM and the City Circle of the W M S meeting with Mrs. J L Beckham at 4 PM. The Married Ladies Social Club hosts at the Hamilton Hotel at 8 PM. Tuesday features a Junior Auxiliary gathering at the Wertory at 4 PM. The Nared text contains fragmented lines about harbor scenes and a wedding at the Nuevo Laredo church with Miss Geneales and Luis Meza, plus a civil ceremony at Mr M Davila’s residence officiated by Judge Slaughter. The couple leaves for a wedding trip to Houston and Dallas. The Winter season opening meeting was held at Mrs W W MacGregor’s, with her as Regent of the Lucy Meriwether Chapter.
A chapter meeting approved plans for the coming year and expressed regret at Mrs Turner’s resignation. A social followed with a two course luncheon in honor of the organization’s second anniversary. Attendance was limited due to illness or absence of several members. Attending were Mrs W W MacGregor Mrs A C Hamilton Mrs Robert S Traylor Mrs L Shaw Mrs J J Woods and Misses Amar Penn and Margaret MacGregor.
David Lloyd George and his party left Louisville this morning for Indianapolis to address the American Legion mass meeting this evening after a quiet weekend in Louisville Kentucky Ohio.
Associated Praga reports authorities pursue new clues in the death of Mrs. Gertrude Gourmon Webb heiress of $5,000,000. A man is named in new leads while Charles Webb is exonerated by a grand jury in the earlier case. A separate court action seeks to compel disclosure of school land sales.
The report outlines a murder trial beginning with unclear testimony and scattered details. It notes a night attack and a suspected bandit involvement, with authorities pursuing a lead about a possible killer connected to an unknown group. Further specifics are missing due to fragmentary text.
Paris October 22 A duel in the morning left Duke Lonna de Caumastra wounded by a sword thrust from Jacques Richepin author and husband of actress Cora La Parcerie. The forearm was penetrated about an inch and a half as the dispute over tax on free theater tickets turned violent.
Texas rangers led by C A Plott and Rex Laws arrested Moore, Bherdy of Fails county, and Ben Jrives among others on charges of intoxicating liquor. The Martin dust raid yielded a quantity of liquor. up to 20 additional arrests expected and some cases to go before the grand jury.
The Justice Department plans monthly jail condition inspections by judges across the Philippines. Acting Secretary Forrestas calls judges to resume reports detailing conditions and any recommendations for improvements to meet required standards.
Arthur Le Barron thirty eight is held in $5,000 bonds in Boston on charges of attempting to blackmail Mrs N F Emmons of Hingham and Boston. Emmons accused Le Barron of demanding 10000 for letters from her. He is described as a cousin of Bishop Lawrence and a member of one of Boston's old families. He is said to have once served as a soldier she treated during the war.
Reuters dispatches from London report fragmentary messages indicating a mutinous movement by Greek military forces in Athens.
The Interstate Commerce Commission authorized the Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe railroad to acquire the Galveston and Western company lines for 5000 dollars. The purchase is to develop a new industrial district in the western half of Galveston.
Associated Press dispatch from Duesseldorf reports Rhine land separatists declare a republic at Aixta Chapelle aim to control French Belgian zones. Leaders Matthes and Heckers organize headquarters at Papendiane to direct occupation while Cobleng would be capital. Rhineland forces clash in Mayenes with two separatists wounded. Authorities seek meeting in Cologne to halt spread.
Bavarian Premier Dr. von Waitling said Bavaria cannot remain united with Germany. Berlin dispatches note censorship of telegrams while Bavarian troops pledge allegiance to Bavaria through the present conflict, amid fears of dismemberment and economic disruption in the Rhineland.
Coblentz reports the separatist movement spreading with possession of public services in Ruggelsheim, Rhenish Prussia. Joseph Matthes, leader, has installed himself in Mayen Berncastle Duren and is said to have adher ed to the movement. Extension to surrounding villages near Hoescht also noted.
Dresden telegram reports a German cavalry troop entering Meissen Saxony came under gunfire from a house window. Fighting on the streets left several wounded including some seriously. The Meissen communist leader was arrested.
A Cornell Widow fragment presents a humorous dialogue where a tourist asks about a beast and a native explains a razuh back hawe mispronounced as self-robbery on a tree. The exchange preserves regional speech and cadence.
Senator Sorghum quips about the brass band this crowd-pleasing tactic used at speaking events. The Washington Star notes mixed feelings about whether it’s a compliment or crowd entertainment.
Report on governor Walton from the house committee on investigation is presented to a crowded gallery. The hearing will likely prompt action on corruption and possible impeachment or removal charges.
AP dispatch outlines a tense political forecast as progressives map plans for the upcoming session. Leaders expect extended maneuvering in both houses, with adjournment likely in May for conventions and the soldier bonus bill seen as a focal point.
Governor Nett plans to return to Texas tomorrow night after an absence since last Monday. Acting Governor Davidson's cabinet will close when Nett crosses the state line. Nett will stop in Indianapolis to meet David Liesd George.
The United Fruit steamer San Gil en route from Boston to Colon was reported sinking in heavy seas southwest of Jamaica. The Pastore was responding to the distress call. The San Gil crew numbered 61 with nine passengers including two women and an infant. later messages said all aboard were well.
A Houston Post item quotes a woman claiming her brother jumped into a river last summer to escape the heat and drowned after misjudging depth. The man disputes the insinuation, asking whether he truly escaped the heat.
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