CONQUEST OF THE AIR A History of Early Aircraft Uses
Friday's Daily notes the first practical military use of aircraft in war and traces aviation's growth. It cites forest firefighting reconnaissance mapping wild areas and locating fish schools as early public benefits. It mentions Lilienthal Wright Gillenthal and early pilots and argues aviation remains in its infancy with true value lying in practical applications beyond stunt flying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Rangers
Bec Ible
Meyer
Wishertmen
Run Direct
Mississippi
Doe
Gomion
Uae
Lilienthal
Wrights
Kittyhawk
Gillenthal
Modern Magic Forty Years Ago Electric Rise
The piece recalls forty years past when the country lacked electricity and few understood its power. It notes Thomas Edison and the early filament lamp use in New York City with sixty subscribers and 4290 lamps. It contrasts that with the Edison Company's vast current coverage and the electric lamp's transformation of daily life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rolittle
Thomas Edison
New York City
Edison Company
Electric light transforms daily life and industry across towns
The article traces the shift from gas and kerosene lamps to incandescent electric lighting, noting rural and urban adoption, the expansion of theater and street illumination, rail yards and docks going electric, and the rise of portable and industrial electric devices enabling new motors and machinery. It emphasizes the broader reach from New York's early power plants to nationwide modern lighting capabilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mehta
Graf
Steapier
Ota
Eleedrie
Disun
Ghote
He Stan
Hondo Blues travel to Laredo for three games
The Hondo Blues arrive in Laredo for a three game series with the Milmos Knights of Calumbus. First game Sunday at 10 AM, second Sunday morning and final game Monday at 4 30 PM. The Blues bring depth with five pitchers and several substitutes as returning players join the squad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sfonde “Hives
Texas
Honda “Rltes
Memoir of a 1876 schoolboy poet and his mother tribute
A young pupil recalls writing a sonnet in 1876 inspired by his mother on her birthday. He notes a teasing line from a girl and describes his affection for his mother, praising her unwavering care whether in hospital or jail and promising she will never abandon him. The speaker signs as Gabriel H. Rousch, also known as Gabe Herberlohy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cagriel HH. Rousch
Gabe Herberlohy
We Buy Rags Advertises Rag Wash Service
We Buy Rags offers washing of old rags at The Timon office with best prices paid. The notice emphasizes clean rags and prompt service for customers bringing in their items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timon
Aga Mmust
Postmaster Orders Mail Delivery Improvements
Postmaster H. Ligarde must implement new rules within four months from Solin H. Bartlett. Households without door slots or mail receptacles may be required to install them to ensure street carrier delivery. If not provided, delivery may be discontinued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Ligarde
Solin H. Bartlett
Ligarde
St Geeta Music Academy Opens September First
On September 1 a music academy named St Geeta will open at 702 Iturde Street. The school will employ capable teachers in piano voice and music theory with special attention to children seven and older. A Boccia class will be taught in solfeggio with contact via phone 1419.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Music Academy
St. Geeta
Itur'ide Street
Savera
Kiwanis Club Meeting Led by Rev Knight in Charge
The Kiwanis club held a weekly meeting at Hamilton Cafe with Rev Knight in charge. Attendance was fair as guests from San Antonio Laredo El Campo and Galveston attended. The draw for the attendance prize sent Edwin Wounser to the district convention in Galveston as a delegate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Edwin Wounser
J. Pred. Gunther
Robert L. Muller
A. B. Muller
Howard W. Moore
Walter Stein
J.P. Leyendecker
Paul C. Sulak
Tom J. Murray
J. A. Rodriguez
Will Austin
Laredo Kiwanis
Arrow Sign Service Delivers Window Slena for Offices
Neat brass leaf window slena offered to improve the appearance of offices or businesses. The service advertises sturdy wold leaf signs, with contact numbers 92 and 1267 for inquiries.
Ward Announces Fall Term Of Laredo Preparatory School
Mrs J T Ward announces the fall term at Laredo Preparatory School starting Monday September 1st. Information available at 1818 Washington St orphane 076.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Ward
Laredo
Washington St. Orphane
Father Tom Brings Rural Drama to Strand Theatre
Town life bursts with humor and romance as Father Tom Wise stars in Father Tom a rural drama at the Strand Theatre tomorrow. The show promises thrills fresh adventures and real excitement including a horse race scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pather Tow
Hia
Father Tom
Tom Wise
Strand Theatre
Rooming House Notice Cites Beard and Cooleat In Tow
A brief rooming house notice mentions individuals Beard and Cooleat in relation to a lodging arrangement. Details are sparse, but the item indicates tenancy or boarding status and involves the named parties.
Wells Near Production Depths In Laredo District
Wormser No 1 well southeast of Laredo reached 1910 feet before a drilling accident caused a fishing effort to recover a broken bushing. Both Wormser and Moon wells now approach production depths estimated between 2000 and 2200 feet. Leaseholders No 1 well north of Miranda City shows high gravity oil but limited quantity. Chamber of Commerce tour confirms extensive development and boosts local interest in oil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wormser Ranch
Laredo
Miranda City
Times
Chamber of Commerce
Auction Sale of Jewelry Tomorrow at Gale Jewelry Co
The Times advertises a jewelry auction at the A B Gale Jewelry Co in Laredo beginning Saturday. Teddy and A C Trant, seasoned New York City auctioneers, will conduct the sale for the A B Gale Jewelry Co attracting a large crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Times
Notice In Probate Webb County Texas 1922
Webb County Texas probate notice instructs sheriff to publish about Margaret J Walters estate. George W Sprague filed for letters of administration to be heard by County Court starting September 18 1922 at the Laredo court house. Citizens may appear to contest. return required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Webb County
Webb
Margaret J. Walters
George W. Sprague
Laredo
Texas
A. D
J. A. Rodriguez
Webb Co
Quick Mexican Mail Delivery Reaches Nuevo Laredo
Mail from various parts of Mexico arrives in Nuevo Laredo each evening at 7 46 and is brought to Laredo by 7 30 next morning. The fast service will benefit Laredo residents with business dealings with Mexico and improve mail handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Nuevo Laredo
Laredo
Knights of Columbus to attend party at Bella Vista Park
Knights of Columbus are requested to attend a party at Bella Vista Park on Sunday evening. The event is hosted in honor of the Catholic Daughters of America. J Dr B C Canseco G 1C listed among organizers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Columbus
Bella Vieta Park
Catholic Daughters of America
B.C, Canseco
Laredo Chamber Tour Reviews Webb County Oil Fields
Laredo Chamber of Commerce directors and press representatives toured the Webb County oil district from Miranda City to Laredo visiting Nuevo Ol No. 1, Miranda No. 3 and others while inspecting pumping stations gas wells and future pipelines. Officials emphasized cooperation with operators and public schools and noted gas and oil potential including gasoline bearing leases near Miranda City and the Texas Carolina area. The group concluded inspired to better serve regional industry and commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Webbl-Zapata
Board of Directors
Mally
Robert L. Bobbitt
Sam Mackin
Oil and Gas Committee
Royle K. Mims
M. W. Brannan
B. G. Salinas
Hal L. Brenhan
Fred W. Mally
Ly. G. Clingenpeel
J. C. Netzer
Miranda City
Presa
Si Wau Seymour Denske
Nuevo Ol Company
Rei
Kilam-Condren Company
Miranda Field
Texpata Pipe Line
Mirando
Aviators Cel
Miranda
Tommy Scott ‘No. 1
Schott Gas
Kanoka No. 1
Schott
Achott
Laredo
Texas
McCaslan
Jett
McLemore
T. A. White
Walter ¥. Doney
Zachary
Roy K. Mims
Flint State Bank & Trust Company of
E. G. Clingenpeel
Apedal
Laredo Oil Company
Witherspoon Garcia
Texas Carolina Gassers
Olston
Carolna-Texas
Hong
Guress
Webb County
Texas-Carolina No.4
Oil Chamber Report Aims Wide Distribution
A report is intended for publication with minimal delays to reach the Chamber of Commerce. The plan targets distribution across Texas and Oklahoma and every state with statewide oil interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber’ ‘Or ‘Commerce
Texas
Oklahoma
George Gavan Duffy a Key Figure in Irish Free State Founding
George Gavan Duffy rose from London lawyer defending Sir Roger Casement to a leading figure in Irish Republican politics. A confidant of De Valera, he served as ambassador to Paris, helped negotiate with Lloyd George, and was a principal architect of the 1921 Treaty establishing the Irish Free State.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Gavan Duffy
Paris
France
Duffy
Ireland
Republican Movement
Lloyd George
London
Free State
Industrial notes from a wandering century
The passage surveys hoped-for gains in global industry. It mentions limited forest cover in Ceylon and a large share of shipbuilding in British yards. It cites bridge span limits, unemployment variation in Switzerland, Iceland waterfall power potential, oyster shells in Portland cement, and trading hubs in London Singapore and Akron. It notes Cuba’s long reliance on sugar cane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ceylon
Switzerland
Gulf of Mexico
London
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Hondo “Blues
Kiwanis Club
Knight
Arrow Sign Service
Daily Digest
Laredo Fields
Wormser
Moon Wells
Trip
South Laredo
Petroleum Halghta Company
Territo
Michigan Legislative Coucf
Detroit
Willian, Clarke
Loulaiana
St. Louis
Caroline County
California
Tetrograd
Moscow
Chicago and
Aston
Bloomington
Chicago
Roger Casement
Dublin
Prince of Wales
Ottawa
Lebanon
Beirut
Industry
Rex Reach
St Atwood
Mich
Siy James Lougfesd
Canadian Statesman
Brampton
Ont
Edgar R. Burroughs
Guicago
Fred Nicholson
Froston
Sanger
James
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