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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1921
Page
6
Publication details show daily edition published every evening except Sunday by mail postpaid across the United States Mexico and Canada or carrier delivery in Laredo New Laredo Mexico Subscription prices listed one month 60 cents one year six dollars
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The editorial notes renewed goodwill between Americans and Britons after the Hull airman tragedy, praising the lord mayor’s sympathy and the shared courage of airmen. It highlights Marshal Foch’s Paris visit and the American Legion’s role in strengthening Franco American ties, envisioning closer future unity among England France and the United States despite language barriers.
A Times view notes that English observers report American travelers now spend far less, about a tenth of former amounts, as Americans learn dollar value. War-time purchasing power, See America First, and cheap travel by car reduced grand tours. European prices and taxes curb leisure spending, with few affluent spenders left. Merchants note demand for value remains as a future revival is uncertain.
A historic note reflects on reconciliation as hostility ends among three nations. The passage recalls shared hardship and a metaphor about drinking from the same canteen, underscoring lasting memory of past divisions and the prospect of lasting peace.
M A Harper announces cows tested for tuberculosis found free of disease. Harper's Dairy phone 494. June 22.
Mrs. Mahala Burns of Savanna Missouri relates a common experience with Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy. She used it nine years ago to cure flux and another attack years later with a few doses. She has recommended it to dozens and believes it a quick positive cure for bowel troubles.
Sealed proposals for one sewage disposal plant in Laredo Texas are due by 10:00 a m September 10 1921 at City Hall City Secretary A R Garcia. Bid must include 1000 cash bond payable to Mayor L Villegas. Plans cost 5 00 and plans must be returned to city secretary. Bid opening at 10:00 a m September 10 1921. City reserves right to reject any bid. Dated August 26 1921.
The Texas dove hunting open season runs September 1 to December 15 with strict enforcement urged by Game Commissioner W W Boyd. He notes zones may split seasons by nesting and migration dates, and lists species protected and licensing rules for residents and non residents.
The Laredo port saw one carload of ixile from Mexico today with no imports last Saturday. Local ads offer plumbing services phone 1203 and auto supplies phone 1414. A fall term at Laredo Preparatory School begins September, and a dove hunting season opens September 1. Also notes on dairy feed, floral offerings, and a sprinkling rainfall.
The city invites bids for 28 sewer bonds issued in 1919 of 1009 dollars each totaling 125000 dollars. Bonds run forty years with optional twenty year period and 5 percent annual interest paid semi annually. Bids require a 5 percent certified check. opening on September 10 1921 at 11 o'clock am. Bidders may bid on all or part of the bonds. The city may reject any or all bids.
Severe bowel disorders endanger health during hot months. Protect yourself with Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy. Many have testified to its excellence and dependability.
In Laredo a new film Paying the Piper arrives next Thursday at the Rialto Theatre. The story follows a money loving girl who reforms after finding a baby in a park, awakening her maternal instincts. Mrs. W. E. Lowry will perform toe and fancy dancing on Thursday and Friday before the feature.
Producer Constant Valmadge brings Mamma's Affairs to Royal Theatre with Effie Shannon Katherine Kaelreed and George Le Cluere in original stage roles. Wanda Hawley mirrors The House That Jazz Built while wearing heavy makeup in a few scenes. The brisk comedy shows her charm throughout.
The United States Weather Bureau forecast for New Orleans area calls for tonight and Tuesday to be generally fair. The notice is furnished daily by the Telephone Co.
The Fort McIntosh reading shows a maximum temperature of 95 degrees and a minimum of 72 degrees. Winds were from the southeast with a partly cloudy sky.
All members are requested to attend Wednesday evening at the Lodge room for initiation of new members and other important business. Date noted as 8-29-81.
Troop 4 calls a special meeting Tuesday evening at San Agnatin Hall. Scoutmaster Arnulfo Zamora urges all members to attend.
Notice stating J. M. Mendiola runs hauling with wagons and teams capable of moving gravel brick sand and related materials. Contact phone 272. Dated 8-5-1m.
Two acts of initiation planned for next Sunday in Laredo with over 100 Knights of Columbus candidates and about 109 Catholic Daughters of America set for ceremonies. Mass at San Agustin church precedes initiations at Ursuline Convent auditorium and Elks Hall. Delegations from San Antonio will travel to attend both rites.
In Caliche Park yesterday afternoon the American Legion beat the Knights of Columbus 1 to 0 as the winning run scored on a wild pitch in the seventh. The 17th Infantry then defeated the Laredos, narrowing the race to half a game. During intermission events the 17th Infantry swept prizes, Gragg clocked 15.15 seconds in the 166 yard dash, Blaney won the baseball throwing contest, and the team led by T. J. Murray dominated the field events.
A Sunday cloudburst northwest of Laredo caused Manaday Creek to flood. W Y Bunns car, crossing the creek, was saved when his son narrowly escaped drowning. mules pulled the vehicle to safety. Farther east little rain. drought struck county crops, prompting concern for cotton and cattle.
The Laredo Fire Department extends gratitude to the Scouts and all who helped at the warehouse fire Saturday morning.
The Ladies Exchange announces a new membership for art work needle work fancy work and other dainty items. Interested ladies are asked to call and enroll for information at MI LADY'S SHOP on 8-27-61.
San Antonio investors Harry Brennan and associates closed a lease on Survey No. 12 in the Mirando oil field. A first-well location was set by Bertrand de Graffe with spudding planned within thirty days. Zapata No. 2 and Witherspoon No. 1 spudded today as four wells vie for rapid drilling.
Public notice announces haircuts at 45 cents and shaving prices starting September 1 across Laredo Hamilton Star Lopez City American barber shops at 825 6th Street.
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