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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1913

Page

5

Little Locals County Teachers Institute and Local Ads

County teachers concentrate on school work as the teachers’ institute runs through Friday. Local ads promote Buenz & Son lumber cement plaster and building supplies. Plumber Gonzalo Medina advertises services. Cotton picker labor demand grows with planters arriving. Auto tires offered with 10 percent discount. Cheap summer rates end in September. Bautista Garage promotes car hire and repairs. First Battalion Band serenades General Tellez in Nuevo Laredo. Queen Quality shoes and hose sold at Saft's. Elevator service improves federal building access. County road crews work on Aguilar es or Reiser road building bridges. Port Mexico imports bone carload. Buick autos represented by John A. Applewhite. Board of school trustees to meet at 4 PM.

County Teachers’ Institute John Nuevo Laredo Tellez Saft Aguilares Or Reiser Mexico John A. Applewhite Buick Autos

Notice of Sale of Mules Seized for Revenue Violations

One black mule and one sorrel mule seized for violation of United States revenue laws will be sold at the Customs House on Tuesday September 9 1913 at 11 00 a m. Any persons claiming the animals must file their claim with the Collector within seven days from the date hereof. Mary C Devine Deputy Collector Laredo Texas September 2 1913.

United States Revenue

Catholic Schools Resume Sessions in Laredo

The Ursuline Con vent Guadalupe School and St. Peter's School began new sessions today with sizable enrollments. Officials expect attendance to rise substantially by week’s end as the schools resume classes in Laredo.

One Bottle Cures Bad Cold Says Tipton Mother

Mrs. Sarah E. Duncan of Tipton Iowa recalls her son's severe cold and dreadful cough last winter. She says one bottle of Chamberlains Cough Remedy stopped the cough and cured the cold completely. For sale by all dealers.

Sarah E. Duncan Tipton Iowa Chamberlain Ady

Country house party honors visiting guests at Henderson home

Misses Nancy Worsey and Catherine Henson of Henderson along with Courtney Crutchfield of Laredo Texas and Mary D Allen of Nashville Tenn attended a charming week long house party hosted by Miss Louise Crutchfield at her country residence. Tuesday night featured a slumber party for the guests including Ry na Games Amarillo Susie Miller Builth Mills and Bettie Barret. Tommie Trigg of Bacatau entertained a picnic in Atkins on Friday honoring Courtney Crutchfield and Mary D Alien, guests of Miss Louise Crutchfield.

Nancy Worsey Catherine Henson Henderson Courtney Crutchfield Laredo Texas Mary D. Allen Nashville Bacrtae Atkkinson Park Mary D. Alien Nashville, Tenn Louise Crutchfield Henderson (Ky

Lawmakers Oppose War At Hague Interparliamentary Session

At The Hague the Interparliamentary Union opens a three day biennial session with hundreds of delegates. The U.S. delegation led by Rep Bartholdt of Missouri includes Stevens and Clayden. Canada is represented by Sen Dandurand and Herbert Ames. The gathering promotes arbitration to settle disputes amid Balkan unrest and U.S.-Mexico strains.

The Hague Palace of Peace of Peace Interparliamentary Union United States Congress Bartholdt Missouri Stevens Minnesota Clayden Texas Raoul Dandurand Herbert B. Ames House of Commons Balkans Mexico Bryan Randal Cremer Great Britain Germany France Russia Austria-Hungary Denmark Belgium Holland Greece Norway Roumania Portugal Switzerland Sweden Servia Turkey Japan

Jackson Square White Label Coffee Ad Promotes Quality

An advertisement proclaims Jackson Square White Label coffee as the best by taste test and urges readers to try it to be convinced of its rich quality. The copy mentions a numeric tag 9-2-6 and is attributed to Ady.

Jackson Square

New Lands for Settlers Open in Fort Peck Reserve

Hundreds queue at Miles City land office as the government opens Fort Peck Indian reservation lands in Dawson county Montana for settlement. The tract totals 87 00 acres agricultural 738 00 grazing and 12 000 mineral with applications due by Sept 20 at Niles City Glasgow Havre or Great Falls and a final drawing in Glasgow on Sept 23.

Miles City Mont Fort Peck Dawson County Wheat Belt Montana Niles City Glasgow Havre Great Falls

Despondency and indigestion relieved by tablets

Despondency is often caused by indigestion and constipation and quickly disappears when Chamberlain's Tablets are taken. For sale by all dealers.

Chamberlain

Dominion Association of Chartered Accountants Meeting in Winnipeg

Winnipeg Man Sept 2 the eleventh annual gathering of the Dominion Association of Chartered Accountants opened with a luncheon honoring visiting members by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Manitoba Judge Robson public utilities commissioner Vere Brown western superintendent of the Canadian Bank of Commerce O J Godfrey of the Saskatchewan Institute of Accounts and W E Hodges of the British Columbia Institute speakers The convention will close Thursday at the Royal Alexandra Hotel Delegates and members are present from across the Dominion Great Britain and the United States

Winnipeg Manit Dominion Association of Chartered Accountants Institute of Chartered Accountants of Manitoba Judge Robson Public Utilities Vere Brown Canadian Bank of Commerce O. J. Godfrey Saskatchewan Institute of Accounts W. E. Hodges British Columbia Institute Royal Alexandra Hotel Dominion Great Britain United States

Kentucky Medical Society Opens Three Day State Convention in Bowling Green

More than five hundred physicians and surgeons representing nearly every section of Kentucky gathered in Bowling Green as the Kentucky State Medical Society began its three day annual convention. Noted professionals will present papers on important subjects and after adjournment attendees will tour Mammoth Cave.

Bowling Green Kentucky State Medical Society Mammoth Cave

Watch THE TIMES Everyday for Opportunities

A compact notice promoting daily access to Watch THE TIMES with a subscription offer of 50 cents per month. Emphasizes steady opportunities to stay informed through the newspaper.

the Times

Personal notices from city social circle update visitors

Miss May Netzer leaves for Pearsall on visit while John H. Davis travels to San Antonio on business. Dozens of guests and visitors arrive at Hamilton Hotel including RK Joseph from San Antonio KK J Howerton Mrs R C Meehan and daughter Monterey Carlos Garbe Schwartz from Mexico plans to locate here and more.

May Netzer Pearsall John H. Davis San Antonio Wilmer Threadgill Dallas RK. Joseph Hamilton R. C. Meehan Monterey Carlos Garbe Schwartz Mexico David McGown W. L. Irwin L. Brooks Jacksonville Shreveport Henry Myers Texas Rio Grande John J. Egan Express Nacional Louise Katherine Linn P. J. MacMahon Bay City John J. Glavey San Luis Potosi Glavey Sonora News A. L. Oxford New York G. R. Smith C. FE. Bandisch Reiser Ed Zuehl Encinas A. Goodman E. J. Howerton St. Louis Geo. R. Tingle L. ©. Doney Houston E. Hay M. C. Meehan M. Nussbaum

County Teachers Busy at Webb County Institute

The Webb County Teachers Institute convened at Central School under County Superintendent Richardson. This morning the program included topical notes on Texas as a Republic, lessons by Miss Beck, Miss Barbosa, Miss Santoy, and other sessions on language, Socratic method, teaching composition, and pronouns led by named instructors.

Webb County Teachers’ Institute Richardson Texas Republic L. Beck B. Barbosa Santoy F. Vela C. Hall the Institute W. Hastings F. Reyna J. F. Johnson P. Roach Canfield The Institute L. A. Jefferies

Citation by Publication in Webb County Texas Court

Texas summons Virginia Laureano de Rodriguez by publication for four weeks prior to the return date to answer a petition filed October 19, 1912 in cause 1798. Vicente Rodriguez sues for divorce after alleged abandonment in Webb County. Court in Laredo to hold the ninth Monday after the first Monday in September 1915.

Texas Webb County Virginia District Court Laredo Vicente Rodriguez Virginia Laureano de Rodriguez State of Texas

Dr Kings New Life Pills Praise by Mrs Dunlap in Tenn

A testimonial for Dr King s New Life Pills claims the laxative is prompt safe and painless Mrs M C Dunlap of Jendill Tennessee reports great help from the remedy The ad notes a 25 cent price and Reed Drug Store recommendation and urges readers to obtain a box today.

Jeremiah W. Jenks Named U S Minister to China

Prof. Jeremiah W. Jenks, born in St. Clair Michigan on September 2 1856 and educated at the University of Michigan, has been selected by the President as United States minister to China. He has held teaching and professional posts at Mt Morris Knox College Indiana University and New York University and has served on numerous government and economic commissions.

Jeremiah W. Jenks United States China St. Clair Mich University of Michigan Michigan Jenks Mt. Morris Knox Indiana University Cornerom Cornell New York University United States Immigration Commission

Dr Kings New Discovery Promises Cough and Lung Help

Testimonial from Stillman Green of Malachite Cal. credits Dr Kings New Discovery with saving his life after two doctors predicted death from consumption. Advertises a home remedy for coughs colds throat and lung troubles priced 50 cents and 1.00 guaranteed by Reed Drug Store in a letter list format.

Reed Drug Store

Negro Preacher Sues Bishop in Jackson Damages Suit

In Jackson Mississippi on Sept 2 a suit seeking 10000 dollars was filed by an unfrocked negro preacher against Bishop Thirkild a Methodist divine. A hearing is set for tomorrow amid strong public opposition and officials watch developments closely after the bishop dismissed the preacher following an investigation of charges.

Jackson Miss Thirkilid Methodis Thirkfield

Mexican and Yaqui tensions near border unfolds

Washington dispatch reports Secretary Bryan, in contact with President Wilson, says no Mexican crisis requires Wilson in Washington. John Lind reportedly plans return home unless Huerta acts. In Nogales Yaqui Indians demand the return of land taken by Porfirio Díaz or face conflict with Sorora insurgents.

Associated Priva Washington Wilson Nogales Mex Sorora Porfirio Dias

A Worthy Juror in Camnetti White Slavery Trial

Associated Press reports juror Adams, crippled with two broken toes from an auto accident, hobbled into court on crutches to allow the Drew Camnetti white slavery trial in San Francisco to proceed.

Associated Pri Os San Francisco Calif Jure Adams Drew Camnetti

Postponed Sale Of Regional RR By Creditor Injunction

By Associated Press Weatherford Texas an injunction secured by the creditor today caused a postponement for sixty days of the receiver s sale of the Chicago Weatherford and Brazos Valley railroad

Associated Press Weatherford Texas Chicago, Weatherford and Brazos Valey

Impudenti ary flout Senate displeased him

John Kirk former president of the National Association of Manufacturers testified before a Senate committee. He said he worked to defeat congressmen whose views he disapproved and would continue active participation in political campaigns. He indicated ongoing effort to influence lawmakers aligned with his aims.

Associated Press Washington John Kirk National Asociation of Manufacturers Jods Senate Congress

Field Trial in North Dakota Opens Second Annual Meet

Prominent sportsmen from distant regions bring high-class dogs to Towner for the All America Field Trial Club prairie chicke trials. The second annual event starts today with a derby, a championship and a member all age stake on the program.

Towner All America

Former Queen Liliuokalani Celebrates 75th Birthday

Honolulu marked the 75th birthday of former Queen Liliuokalani with a formal reception. American and Hawaiian officials attended along with several thousand native Hawaiians, regardless of rank or position.

Honolulu Liliuokalanii

Shoe Workers Decide On Moving Headquarters

Rochester N Y Sept 2 United Shoe Workers of America begins its annual convention with a major issue on the table the proposal to move the national headquarters from Lynn Massachusetts to Brooklyn Officials and officers reportedly do not favor the move citing years of injunctions and litigation in Massachusetts as a motive for relocation.

Rochester N. Y United Shoe Workers of America Lynn Mass Brooklyn Massachusett

Notice to lessees on Laredo blocks sale by Texas Southern Land

Agent A A Bunn announces the sale of city blocks in Laredo Texas by the Texas Southern Land Company and states leases will not be renewed but lessees have preference to purchase if they apply promptly. Contact P O Box 211 phone 182 August 30 1961 Adv.

Texas Southern Land ¢& Imp Laredo Texas A. A. Bunn P. O

London Express Disaster in Scotland Express Roof Fire

The Associated Press reports a London Express disaster in Scotland as a section caught fire at the foot of a grade and several coaches burned. Teen passengers were injured and at least three people killed amid the train’s fiery collapse while attempting the ascent.

Associated Pr Kirby Stephen Scotland Express Trapp

Habeas corpus deemed of no avail in Thaw case

Sherbrooke Quebec September 2 Judge Hutchinson ruled that habeas corpus proceedings brought by New York officials to obtain Harry Thaw's release for immigration authorities should represent New York as a party and reserved his decision until tomorrow The hearing delayed the prime minister and attorney general argued Thaw was not a Canadian jailer and the appointment of officials was discussed.

Associated Press Sherbrooke Thaw Hushinson New York Rney Hutchinsoon

Drought Lowers U S Cotton Crop Condition

Washington on September 2 reports the U S cotton crop condition at 68 percent of normal as of August, down from July and from last year. The Agriculture Department notes drought across the eastern belt, with Mississippi and Arkansas showing weak prospects and heat stressing fields throughout the deep south.

Associated Press Washington United St. Agriculture

State Council Opens Annual Session in Jackson Ky

Jackson Kentucky September 2 State Council of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics gathers for its annual session with over five hundred delegates from across the state. Opening exercises at the Courthouse feature elaborate decorations as the meeting runs through Thursday.

Jackson State Council of the Junior Order of Th United American Mechanics

Diarrhoea Quickly Cured by a Remedy

A New Jersey reader reports rapid relief from diarrhoea after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, praised by M B Gebhart of Oriole Pa. The ad notes one dose often cures and claims universal availability through dealers.

Trains Collide in Fog On New Haven Line

In New Haven Conn a fog bound crash between the White Mountain express and the Bar Harbor express killed sixteen people and injured about fifty. The White Mountain section struck the rear of the Bar Harbor section one mile north of New Haven as signals were ignored and brakes failed on the wet rails.

Associated Press New Haven Conn White Mountain Express Bar Harbor Express Bar Harbor Miller

Colquitt in Texas Alerting Mayes About Absence

Governor Colquitt notified Lieutenant Governor Mayes that he crossed the state line at 1 30 this morning to prevent any official action while the governor is out of state. The missive dated Sept 2 from Austin, Texas, was released by the Associated Press.

Mayes Sy Associated Press Austin Texas Olgquitt State

Farmers Union endorses central farm marketing agency

Salina Kansas September 2 The board of directors of the local farmers union during the annual convention today recommended establishing a great central agency to market all farm products and unify marketing efforts.

Kansas Farmers’ Union National Market Agency Associated Press Salina Kan

Pegoud’s Death-Defying Dive Breaks Record in France

French aviator Pegoud described a dramatic 50 second head‑down flight over Juvisy as not an accident. Associated Press reports the stunt followed a somersault maneuver by Pegoud, witnessed near Versailles on September 2.

Associated Presa Versailles France Juvissy Pegoud

Famous Horses Under The Hammer In Keene Dispersal Sale

New York Sep 2 prominent breeders and owners attend the dispersal sale of the Castleton lab of the late James R Keene. The auction features top sires and racehorses including Colin and Peter Pan, sons of Commando, among the most famed in American turf history.

New York Castleton James R. Keene Colin Peter Pan Commando

Zionists of World Hold Congress Opens in Vienna

The international Zionist congress opened in Vienna with delegates from nearly every region. Over fifty U S delegates attend, amid tensions in the Far East and Balkan War changes. The Turkish government offers large tracts of land in and near Palestine for sale, heightening significance.

Vienna International Congress of Zionists United States Far East Palestine

Ohio State Medical Association Opens Three Day Cedar Point Convention

Cedar Point Sept 2 Local hotels reach full capacity as physicians from across Ohio gather for the annual Ohio State Medical Association meeting opening today for a three day session. Dr Charles F Erdman of New York and Dr Charles F Hoover of Cleveland are slated for principal addresses with many papers on medical surgical and hygienic topics to be presented.

Cedar Point Ohiio Ohio State Medical Association Charles F. Erdman New York Charles F. Hoover Cleveland

Johnson to Start Highway Work This Month

It was reported this morning that Mr. R. M. Johnson, who was awarded the contract for the county highway from the city limits to the county line, will begin preliminary work later this month and rush the job to completion. The roadway is expected to be finished and open to the public early in the spring.

R. M. Johnson

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