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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1913
Page
7
Labor Day is marked by national and international labor groups with parades and festivities in big cities. In Laredo the day is not celebrated as a union town. banks, government offices, and county offices remain closed while the flag waves.
A large group of Baptist and Methodist missionaries have left parts of Mexico and gathered at a designated point to travel through Laredo to the United States. Mission boards reportedly recalled them, and Consul Garrett has not received direct word yet. A party from interior Mexico says the missionaries were advised to flee the revolution torn republic and are expected to arrive within a day or two.
A letter to The Times from A H Jackson describes drivers cheating by cutting 60 pound blocks into smaller portions or shortchanging 54 pound cakes by issuing five to eight pieces. He alleges losses hit small stands and prompts customers to weigh deliveries to deter theft and punish wrongdoers.
Jim Vaughan moves from Kansas City to Chicago Cubs and Boston fans back George Stallings as the Braves surge next season. Eddie Cicotte of the White Sox dominates the Red Sox, while Alexander of the Phillies shows bright NL pitching prospects. In the American League Walter Johnson looms as top hurler and Pittsburgh’s late surge earns praise for last season’s form.
A vintage advertisement touts McGee’s Baby Elixir as a genuine remedy for stomach and bowel disorders in babies. It claims quick action, purity, wholesomeness, and pleasant taste, with bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents and available from all druggists.
A brief note from New Orleans spotlights a delicacy associated with Jackson Square and the White Label company. The fragment hints at local taste and branding, inviting readers to explore the favored treat in the historic locale.
The Mexican situation stands still with no word from John Lind at Vera Cruz, as violence erupts near Calumet Mich where miner Fazakas guards clash with strikers over mined property. A shooting injures a girl, escalating tensions amid labor disputes and regional unrest.
Eagle Pass Texas Sept 1 The constitutionalists petitioned the United States through Vice Consul Blocker at Piedras Negras for permission to import 100 rifles and several hundred thousand rounds of ammunition to be used, it is alleged, in the protection of American property.
R J Shelley, a leading figure in the Cleburne area, died last night from internal hemorrhage. He was widely regarded as a prominent local citizen and his passing is a significant loss to the community. The report, transmitted by Associated Press, notes his prominence and ties to the town.
Fragmented political report notes a Democrat caucus fight over a new tax plan. It mentions a finance committee, a surge in fortunes and a $256,000 emise threshold, with leaders indicating plans to press ahead despite opposition.
William Chisholm a full blood Choctaw Indian of Tishomingo Oklahoma killed himself last night after receiving a letter stating a tract he once sold had been sold for 3 005 000 dollars due to oil discovery. The sale followed the discovery and he faced the significant proceeds from the deal. Associated Press reported from Pueblo.
Chinese government troops seized the rebel headquarters in Nanking. Rebels fled into the countryside as government forces tightened control of the city on September 1.
St Paul Minnesota September 1 The annual Minnesota State Fair opened this morning for a week of exhibitions and entertainment. Every department is filled with choice exhibits including the Cheenne frontier carnival the automobile speed contests on the Great Western Circuit and harness races.
Washington Sept 1 Aldréssin notes the senate backs an amendment to tax cotton futures without delivery He claims the New York Cotton Exchange and the New Orleans Cotton Exchange are gambling institutions and says speculators engage in selfish illegal business He asserts the New York exchange controls world cotton prices and should not exist
A long list of residents and visitors travel for business and leisure. A. B. Gates returns from a ranch, J. A. McGill and others report short trips to San Antonio and Monterey, while masters Coleman head to Denver for school. Many names appear with arrivals from Mexico, Texas cities, and abroad, including millinery plans, institute enrollments, and family departures to Abingdon Virginia.
Jackson Square White Label coffee awarded first prize at the Teas state fair in Dallas in 1912. The notice indicates the award and location with a dated reference.
About 7000 to 8000 workers at the Philadelphia Rapid Transit Company gain a wage boost of one to three cents per hour effective today. The raise is funded by a cooperative system that directs a portion of earnings into a wage-fund to support higher wages.
Lincoln Neb Sept 1 The Nebraska State Fair opened with a large crowd and the largest display in every department on opening day The agricultural exhibit reflects the fine crops statewide while horses cattle and other livestock on show exceed in number and quality compared with prior years
Newport society hails the annual horse show opening at the Casino as the summer event. Golf links tennis courts and yachts will be active for three days. Entries promise unprecedented quality and depth.
Columbus Ohio September 1 under a new law convicts in the state penitentiary or their dependents will receive pay for labor. Wages range from one to five cents an hour, with convicts graded by behavior and length of sentence.
Albany N Y Sept 1 An important amendment to the civil rights law enacted by the New York legislature last winter to abolish race discrimination becomes effective today The new law covers inns taverns hotels restaurants barber shops theaters and music halls It provides that violators may be fined from 100 to 500 dollars with proceeds to the offended party and may also face imprisonment from 30 to 90 days
Despondency is often caused by indigestion and constipation and quickly disappears when Chamberlains Tablets are taken. For sale by all dealers.
An Adv notice states fifteen blue ribbons earned at Southern date fairs, dated 8 26, with a fee awarded.
Classified brief notes a money making opportunity with a listing valued at 353 dollars and priced at 8 dollars. The ad uses terse wording typical of want ads and does not specify provider or location.
Berlin reports rapid gala preparations for the royal wedding of ex King Manuel of Portugal and Princess Augusta Victoria. Sigmaringen dispatch notes street decorations and transformed parks as the city awaits Thursday ceremony. The government has requisitioned main hotels for visiting royals and envoys. The old castle of Prince William becomes a hub for incoming delegations bearing gifts.
Mr C H Stowers of Laredo, a Progressive League of Southwest Texas director, leaves for Corpus Christi to attend directors meeting tomorrow. The agenda includes selecting a secretary, likely offered to J B Briggs of Alice, who conceived the Boosters idea.
London dispatch reports Dublin rioting linked to tramway strike left 20 civilians and 45 policemen injured, with one civilian killed. England's Union and Liberal parties seek political gain as The Manchester Guardian accuses Dublin police of brutality and notes liquor inflamed crowds.
About six hundred delegates from nearly all states gathered in Indianapolis for the fifth annual convention of the National Federation Postoffice Clerks. The opening session focused on greetings and officer annual reports as the meeting resumes over the next several days.
The Burley House opposite the G N depot reopens with Mrs. Chas Fockheimer as proprietor. Entirely renovated with new furnishings. Special attention and rates for railroad men. Dining room to offer market's best and first class service. August 27, 1861.
Sherbrooke Quebec Sept 1 Harry Thaws lawyers today laid plans for a bitter fight before Judge Hutchinson to prevent his release on the writ of habeas corpus. The release would hand him to immigration officials for deportation. New York Sept 1 A fake newspaper notice claimed Thaw was shot escaping leading to $2000 in gains before police halted the circulation.
French aviator Pegoud completed a loop in his aeroplane at a height of 1500 feet near Javiesy, France, showcasing a dangerous feat with a successful ascent and return to level flight before spectators.
Will Die Dilas Texas Sept 1 A Cotton Belt Passenger train derailed near Copper causing the probable fatalities of Engineer Billy Mason of Commerce and Fireman Harry Sterling of Mount Pleasant. James Hawthorn of Dallas was seriously hurt. Cause of the accident is unknown.
Madison Sept 1 The workmen’s compensation act passed by the last Wisconsin legislature and in force today removes contributory negligence as a defense. It extends six years of compensation for permanent disabilities and holds contractors liable for injuries to subcontractors workers, with special provisions for contractor protections. The act also requires all employers to carry insurance unless exempted by the industrial commission.
Marblehead Mass Sept 1 The German American sonder class races began off Marblehead with the American three yacht team Sprig Cima and the new yacht leading the field. Potentially Wilson may present the cup to the winning boat while Foss Cup serves as a second prize based on a point system. The sonder class features 35 foot craft with tight limits on cost displacement and sail area as crews push delicate, quick sailing across the wind.
Mrs. D F Anderson returns September 20 and opens voice and piano classes October 1. A special opera class will be available to her vocal pupils. She studied opera two years with Mme Rose Clementine Gores at the Royal High School of Music in Berlin. Limited new pupils accepted. Enrollments through Mrs Fred Thomian.
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