Hunger strike dispute over MacSweeney in Britain
The piece argues against releasing Sinn Feiner Terence MacSweeney, comparing him to Debs, noting he was imprisoned for incitement, and condemning self starvation as a crime. It claims government aims to keep him alive with medical care and criticizes undue moral pressure from supporters and clergy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
Terence MacSweeney
Sinn
Mac Sweeney
MacSweeney
Eugene Debs
Debs
Iriah
Sinn Fein
Anthracite Wage Award Sparks Debate on Prices and Strikes
The anthracite commission grants back pay totaling 18 million dollars and annual pay increases of 85 million, a move the article questions for potential impact on coal prices and possible strikes. It notes insurgent forces amid President Wilson’s era and suggests profiteering if operators can absorb higher wages without price hikes. The piece highlights Pennsylvania’s tight coal basin context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkes Barre
Scranton
Middle West
Wilson
United Mine Workers
Commission
Pennsylvania
Opening hunting season set for doves September 1
The dove hunting season opens September 1 with a daily limit of 15 birds per hunter. Licenses are $2 to hunt out of county, and rules for transporting game are outlined, including required affidavits for private transport and shipper documents for carrier transport. Cotton receipts rise in Laredo as ginning begins. Webb and Zapata counties contribute, with Webb estimating 3000 to 4000 bales and late, quality crop shaping up despite wet weather concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny
Laredo
Austin
Mexico
State Game and Oyster
Turkey
Webb
Zapata
Webb County
Doan's Kidney Pills Endurance Testimony From Laredo Resident
Laredo resident Valente Gutierrez testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured years of backache and kidney issues after purchasing from City Drop Store. He notes no back pain or kidney trouble since, praises the product to friends, and repeats faith in the remedy four years later. Also mentions local theatre listing and a rat poison advertisement, with retailers named in notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doaun
Laredo
City Drop
Down
Gutierves
Doan
Foster-Miliurn Co. Migs
Buffalo
Nev
Canadian Bar Association opens annual Ottawa meeting
The Canadian Bar Association gathers in Ottawa for its annual meeting running from tomorrow through Saturday. The program includes major legal topics and speeches by eminent lawyers Viscount Cave Sir Auckland Geddes and William H. Taft.
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Ottawa
Ont
Dominion
Canadian Bar Association
Canada
Viscount Cave
William H. Tutt
United States
American Bar Association
Sir Auckland Geddes
Washington
Cardus credited for curing long headaches in Texas City
Mrs. G. H. Schill of Texas City says three bottles of Cardus ended three years of severe headaches and nerve distress. She reports she slept less, regained energy, and has remained headache free since. Cardus is marketed as a remedy based on medical books and 40 years of use. Watch The Times daily for opportunities. 50 cents per month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas City
Tex
G. H. Schill
Cardus
Webb County Returns Show Webb County Carries Baneys Slated Wins
The Democratic Executive Committee canvassed and certified run off primary votes at the Webb County courthouse. Bailey carried Webb County by better than two to one over Neff for Governor while Davidson defeated Johnson by nearly six to one for Lieutenant Governor and Pierson won a strong majority over Hinkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Secutive Committee
Webb County
Hinkins
September Morn and Local Notices At Laredo
Laredo readers are urged to greet September Morn as the fall term of Laredo Preparatory School begins September 6 at 1317 Victoria Street. Dr. Lowry resumes practice at 820 Flores Avenue. Local items note port imports from Mexico, Labor Day observations, and various ads for services. Crossings at the pontoon bridge evoke old memories and a dove hunting season starts tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Ward
Laredo
Victoria Street
Dr. Lowry
Flores Avenue
Lowry
Englisi
Lincoln Street
J. &. Fowler
Nimrod
Schools Nearing Session Start in Laredo and Webb County
The City and County school systems in Laredo and Webb County prepare to resume classes one week from Monday for the 1920 21 term. Only twelve vacation days remain as teachers and pupils anticipate the new session with plans for full staffing and an expanded attendance driven by population growth and new families moving into the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laredo
Webb County
Christen
Bckoole
Hichirdgen
Atleyda
Lamile
Rio Grande Rising Without Notable Damage Feared
The Rio Grande shows a gradual rise through yesterday afternoon but remains low enough to avoid widespread damage. Frontage in Laredo reports riverside properties safe while officials guard key bridges and essential facilities amid rising waters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio Grande
Ecun
Notony
Bari
Oent
Laredo
Learnie
Eagle Ees
Ryan
Virgin of Stamboul at Strand Theatre this week
Diversal stars Priscilla Dean in The Virgin of Stamboul at the Strand Theatre with scenes set in a sheik's harem. Solem Aurab explains Turkish preference for heavy wives around two hundred pounds, and Adrub selects the harem cast for the film. Labor Day observes closing of businesses for workers nationwide. Laredo mayor urges merchants to permit employees time off. Arnulfo Aguirre, found insane, is sent to Southwestern Insane Asylum in San Antonio. County officials notify Charles Phillips of the transfer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solem Aurab
Tod Browning
Diversal
Priscilla Dean
Getlemen
Turkey
Adrub
Laredo
L. Villegas
Texas
Arnulfo Aguirre
Southwestern Insane Asylum
San Antonio
Charles Phillips
Aguirre
Call for Bids on School Fund Depository
Bids will be received until 10 a.m. September 7 1920 at the superintendent's office Central School building for depositary of the school fund of the Independent School district of Laredo Texas for the term ending August 31 1921. The board reserves the right to reject any and all bids. M o S A SAN President of Board 8 30 71.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent School District
Laredo
Texas
Money Makers Advertised in Times Want Ads
Classified notice highlights opportunities labeled money makers with bold prices and multiple dollar signs in a busy ad layout. It emphasizes potential earnings and calls readers to contact for more details.
Queen Wilhelmina of Holland Reaches Forty Years on the Throne
Forty years old today is Queen Wilhelmina of Holland the only woman reigning in her own right. She ascended the throne in 1890 at age ten after King William II died and was later inaugurated as sovereign. Her mother Queen Emma acted as regent until her eighteenth birthday. She married Prince Henry of Mecklenburg Schwerin in 1900 and their daughter Juliana is heir. Despite immense wealth she leads a simple life and attends to household and state affairs.
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Wilhelmina
Holland
William II
Emma
Henry
Mecklenburg- Schwerin
Juliana
Europe
Notable Birthdays of World Figures Marked Today
Emperor Yoshihito of Japan in critical health, born 41 years ago today. James KE Ferguson former Texas governor born in Bell County 49 years ago. Rt. Rev. John G. Murray Episcopal bishop of Maryland born Lonaconing Md 68 years ago. Dr. Joseph A. Blake chief surgeon of American Red Cross Hospital Paris born San Francisco 56 years ago.
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Emperor Yoshihito
Japan
James KE. Ferguson
Texas
Bell County
John G. Murray
Maryland
Lonaconing
Joseph A. Blake
American Red Cross Hospital
Paris
San Francisco
Pershing Leaves Paris for America in 1917 Return
One year ago today on August 31 Gen Pershing sailed from Paris to return to the United States. Russian and Australian forces retook Emhisa from the Bolsheviks as Allied action continued. In Knoxville Tennessee a riot left two dead and many injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pershing
Paris
America
Empisa
Nice
Knoxville
Tenn
Louisiana Auto Theft Law Aims To Track Every Automobile
Baton Rouge August 31 Inquiries pour in from many states about Louisiana's new auto law to deter theft. The statute records each car's history from manufacture to sale, requires notarized title transfers recorded in parish offices, and imposes fines up to 100 dollars or 30 days in jail for selling without a recorded title or forging a title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baton Rouge
Louisiana
American Taxation Observed by British Businessmen
British insurers and shippers in the United States adjust to U S Treasury audits of taxation. Officials travel to London to examine books, easing initial surprise due to the strong US stance on tax assessments and the limited faith in certified balance sheets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
London
United States
United States Treasury
Times
Chartered Accountants
The
Treasury
RDG
Royal Belgian visit to Brazil sparks lavish preparations
Elaborate plans unfold in Rio de Janeiro to entertain King and Queen of Belgium arriving aboard the Sao Paulo. Guanabara Palace readied, music planned, and city improvements sped to greet the royal party touring Brazil in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Rio de Janeiro
Belgium
Sao Paulo
Europe
Brazil
Pessoa
Lady Paulo
St. Vincent and
Las Palmas
Guanabara Palace
Rio
Izabel
Roosevelt
Amazon
Guanabara Bay
Rovern- Merz
Congress
Rat extermination drive and lease notice from 1920s Texas
Health Department of Austin urges all Texas cities to campaign against rat extermination or risk quarantine. Prizes are offered for the largest numbers of dead rats brought to City Hall within sixty days, from first prize of $50 to fourth prize of $10. A official will count daily submissions. Also a public lease notice from Laredo about the San Ramon Juke with exclusive control by the San Ramon Sporting Club and trespass prohibition.
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Austin
Texas
L. Villegas
San Ramon
San Ramon Sporting Club
Laredo
Jake
Jos' Ma
Ramon
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City Drug Co
Sanitary Grocery
the Times
Democratic Executive Committee
Ocal News
Laredo Optical Co
W. A. T Horas
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