Rosser Urges Law Supremacy to End Lynching
Luther Rosser of Atlanta told the American Dual Association in Cincinnati that lynching will end only when blacks stop attacking white women and whites restrain themselves for the law. He urged awakening public conscience and impartial enforcement to curb mob violence and uphold justice. He warned that mobs reflect revenge and failure of due process and that education in obedience to law is needed for both races.
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Luther Resser
Atlanta
Georgia
American Dual Association
Cincinnati
Rosser
Mr. Rosser
Great Bar Association
Anto
South
Mexican engineer plotted coup in Nuevo Laredo
An account describes Alfredo Robles Dominguez, an engineer with political influence, plotting a coup in Nuevo Laredo after a disputed election. The plan aimed to seize the border port to boost his standing amid disaffection toward the Obregon government. Authorities reportedly intercepted a version of the plot involving Obregon officials and river crossings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felipe Chacon
Lopes
Nuevo Laredo
Robles Dominguez
Lopez
Robles Domingues
Whch
Alfredo Robles Dominguez
Alvaro Obregon
Obregon
Chamber drops plan to remove freight rate differential
The Laredo Chamber of Commerce halted its drive to remove the freight rate differential after a faint turnout for the conference. About twenty eight leading businessmen pledged donations, but only two merchants besides Chairman Brennan and Secretary Mally attended. The Traffic Committee concluded the 242-member body did not support continuing the effort and released pledges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Interstate Commerce Commission
Laredo
M. W. Brennan
Brennan
Mally
Seizure Notice of Ford Car by Port of Laredo Office
The Office of Deputy Collector of Customs at the Port of Laredo Texas announces a Ford automobile license 214364 seal 39245 seized near Cactus Texas on August 26 1921 for violation of Section 3082 R8. Claimants must file within twenty days from first publication. failing which the car will be sold at public auction at the Customhouse 10 AM October 3 1921. C M ages Deputy Collector of Customs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port of Laredo
Texas
Cactus
C. M
Laredo Knights of Columbus Organizes with 150 Members
On Sunday June 19 the Laredo Council of the Knights of Columbus was installed with about 150 members including 100 initiated that day and 50 transfers. Within three months they will initiate 140 candidates. a Catholic Daughters of America court of about 100 members will also be instituted. The events include Mass at San Agustin church, a parade, and a grand banquet on San Agustin lawn. San Antonio knights will oversee the ceremonies and degree teams.
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Laredo
the Knights of Columbus
Noth
San Antonio
Knights of Columbus
Catholic Daughters of America
San Agustin Church
Catholic Daughters
John McLoy
Father Pratt
San Agustin Lawn
Flores Avenue
Hidalgo Street
Salinas Avenue
Lincoln Street
Convent Avenue
Zaragoza Street
Ursuline Convent
Convent Auditorium
Elka Hall
Convent
K. of C
Notice of Labor Day Closure and pupil remediation session
The Laredo Water Company announces the office will be closed on Monday September 6 for Labor Day. A notice to pupils states that all pupils with failures or conditions wishing to remove them must report to the High School building at 9 30 Friday morning September 9. L C Christen superintendent dated 9 2 61.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. Rodriguez
Mexico
Laredo
City Institute For Teachers of the
49Th Judicial District
Carrizo Springs
Mullally
Walls
Wilcox
Times
City Teachers Report for 9 AM at High School
The institute will open Monday morning at 9 o clock at the High School. All teachers must report to L. J. Christen, Superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. J. Christen
Capt John J Taylor Honored Army Hero In San Antonio Funeral
The funeral of Captain John L. Taylor of Laredo with full military honors was held in San Antonio, with interment at the national cemetery. Born in 1882 in Casey county Kentucky, he served in the 28th Infantry and the Ninth Infantry, earned Croix de Guerre, and received the Distinguished Service Cross for actions near Soissons France on July 18 1918 where he was wounded five times. He died August 29 1918 from battle wounds. He was survived by his wife Carolina Trevisio two children and his parents and siblings.
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John L. Taylor
Laredo
San Antonio
National Cemetery
Casey County
Kentucky
28Th Infantry
Army of Pacification
Cuba
Old Ninth Infantry
14Th Cavalry
San Ignacito
Zapata County
Taylor
Minneapolis
Minn
Germany
Fort Sheridan
Ilinois
Co. B
Third Infantry
Co. E
Ninth Infantry
Chateau Thierry
Petain
Soissons
Nth
John J. Pershing
France
General Pershing
United States War Department
Carolina Trevisio
W. M. Taylor
FE. L. Taylor
W. E. Taylor
Lakota
Iowa
Nancy Harris
Annie Taylor
Casey Couny
Stella Brown
Aurora
Indiana
Burglar Steals Mrs Rodriguez's Clothing In Laredo Break‑in
Neighborhood crime note reports home burglary last night in Laredo with clothing stolen from Mrs. Rodriguez. Local crime wave noted as citizens urged to lock homes amid several burglaries in the area.
Pioneer Teofilo Valdez Dies at 106 Near Laredo
Teofilo Valdez born May 12, 1815 in Mexico died August 12 at the Johnson ranch near Laredo due to advanced age. A widower who lived with relatives, he remained mobile though his vision waned with age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webb County
Johnson Ranch
Laredo
Teofilo Valdez
Mexico
Valdez
Laredo Kindergarten Training Young Miniature Artists
In the Villegas Building the Laredo Kindergarten emphasizes training young children, shaping their insight into nature and science into clear, accessible expression as they prepare to play leading roles on life’s stage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Villegas
Labor Day Monday hours for Consumers Ice & Fuel Co
Notice that Sunday hours will be observed Monday September 5 on account of Labor Day. Consumers Ice and Fuel Co will adjust its hours accordingly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Consumers Ice & Fuel Co
Kiwanis Members Head to San Antonio District Convention
About twenty five Laredo Kiwanis Club members plus Dr and Mrs W E Lowry and Julio R Osorio travel Sunday to San Antonio for the Texas and Oklahoma Kiwanis district gathering. Monday night Mrs Lowry and Mr Osorio perform dances at the Gunter Hotel for visiting delegations. after adjournment Tuesday they return by special train to spend Wednesday in Laredo, with plans to continue events in Laredo and Nuevo Laredo before heading to Corpus Christi Wednesday night.
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Laredo
Laredos
Nuevo Laredo
Corpus Christi
Important Board Meeting of Associated Charities
The Board of Directors of the Associated Charities will meet Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the Presbyterian Church. All board members are urged to attend. General Secretary.
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Associated Charities
Presbyterian Church
Deserved Honor For Dr R T Bryan In Fort Worth Visit
Dr R T Bryan of Shanghai on furlough in the United States visits his wife's mother Mrs J M Sallee in our city He has been elected to the chair of Oriental Preparation for Missionaries at the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth He leaves early next week to arrange the study plan and will preach at the Baptist church Sunday night.
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R. T. Bryan
Shanghai
China
United States
Our City
J. M. Sallee
Bryan
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary of
Fort Worth
Baptist Church
Knights of Columbus to march from Ursuline Convent to San Agustin Church
All Knights of Columbus and candidates are urged to attend at 7 16 tomorrow morning. They will march in a body from the Ursuline Convent to San Agustin Church led by G K Leyendecker.
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K. of C. All Knights of Columbus
Ursuline Convent
San Agustin Church
Bed
Leyendecker
G. K
Community church groups schedule Sunday meetings
The Sunday schedule lists the Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian Church meeting at 6 46 pm, the Junior and Senior B Y P U at the Baptist Church at 4 pm and 7 pm respectively, the Epworth League of the Methodist Church at 6 30 pm, the Christian Church society at 6 46 pm, and the Woman's Club at 4 pm in the club rooms for the first business meeting of the season with urgent member attendance.
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Christian Endeavor Sociery
The
Presbyterian Church
Baptist Church
Epworth League of the Methodist Church
League Room
Methodist Church
Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church
Blue Bonnet Club At Home With Miss Dunham Red Cross Nurse
Local society page notes high school friends invited to Blue Bonnet Club at home to meet Miss Dunham Red Cross Community Nurse on Thursday Sept 8. Other items include society reporters urged to file weekly notes and meetings to be phoned to the Society Editor at No 70 to keep the daily calendar current.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blue Bonnet Club
Dunham Red Cross
Woman’s Club
Scout Meeting Call to Report In Uniform at Martin Plaza
Troop 7 orders all scouts to report in full uniform at Martin Plaza Monday morning at 8 3 o'clock. J R Fasnacht, Scout Master.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Plaza
Mendiola Offers Hauling With Wagons And Teams
I have good wagons and teams to do all kinds of hauling such as gravel brick sand. Phone 272. M Mendiola offers local hauling services including brick gravel and sand with reliable teams and equipment.
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M. Mendiola
High School Minstrel Show Planned Before School Sessions
Laredo club girls plan a minstrel show as a festive finale before city schools open on Monday the 12th. Miss Dunham arrives in Laredo to assume duties as Red Cross nurse for the coming year and will attend the reception with guests assured of lively entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunham
Laredo
Red Cross
Pikes Peak Hill Climb Draws Top Auto Racing Class
Colorado Springs area hosts the third annual Pikes Peak hill climbing contest on Monday under the Pikes Peak Auto Highway Company. Sanctioned by the American Automobile Association, the race is open to all cars with the Penrose trophy and $500 to the best time, and total cash prizes amount to $2000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado Springs
Cole
Pikes Peak
United States
Harding Week End Cruise Planned by President and Mrs Harding
President and Mrs. Harding and a party of friends depart Washington today for a Potomac to Chesapeake Bay cruise. The trip follows Labor Day weekend plans with a light program aboard the vessel and includes a stop at a nearby coastal area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Harding
Potomac
Chesapeake Bay
Governor Neff Accepts Invitation to Speak at Legion Convention
Governor Neff accepts invitation to address the American Legion convention in El Paso on September 26, announced in Austin by Associated Press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Neff
American Legion
el Paso
Soundproof rooms for nervous artists in New York hotels
A New York hotel offers soundproof rooms on the top floor for artist guests. Reservations are needed days in advance due to high demand among singers composers actors and poets. The room has no windows a silent ventilation system and walls that dampen any noise while a grand piano sits in the quiet corner.
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Ty Associated Press
New York
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Laredo Water Company
L. C. Christen
John J. Taylor
Gen. Pershing
Gen. Petain
Santone
Lucifer
Heaven
Hell
Leon D’famo
Leslie
O. H. Guinn
Tyler
Wendell
Dickey
Stanley Copeland
Margaret
Ellenia
Copeland
Louis Poster
Mexico City
J. A. MacDonald
Mary Besse
Helen
Monterrey
A. B. Benson
J. H. Webber
Victoria
Staggs-Walace
H. L. Staggs
Jewel B. Wallace
W. A. Knight
J. R. Fasnacht
Legion
SA Oes
Thedford’s
Money Makers
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