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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1921
Page
5
Immigration authorities detained a man after recovering two new Ford front wheels with tires and bearings near the Texas Mexican depot. Inspector J. B. Trout said the wheels, never used, were to be sold to fund a loaner supporting a rail fare hike for himself and his new bride.
Otto Loesche drove the Lexington Special in the 184 to 200 cubic inch class to a record climb of 12 miles and 2200 feet in 19 minutes 47 45 seconds at Pike's Peak. He surpassed his previous year's mark by nearly three minutes amid the strongest field yet in Toledo.
Lafayette-Marie Day observed as the nation marks anniversaries from the McKinley association to Pope Benedict XV. Gen Alvin P Hovey centenary and Jesse Pomeroy’s 45th year in Charlestown penitentiary noted. International fairs open in Utrecht and The Hague with multiple organizations participating.
Washington gangs journeyed to Mount Vernon for Lafayette Marne anniversary events at George Washington’s home. The Lafayette Day National Committee organized with American Legion support. Speakers included Herbert C. Hoover and Dr. John H. Finley.
Miss Jane Adams founder of Hull House born Cedartown Illinois 61 years ago today. John B Kendrick U S senator from Wyoming born Cherokee county Texas 64 years ago today. Archibald Marshall prolific English novelist born 55 years ago. James K Hackett actor manager born Wolfe Island Ontario 63 years ago today. Clara Kimball Young film star born Chicago 31 years ago today.
A Chinese university has collected 170 varieties of silk worm eyes for a sericulture course, believed to be the most complete collection ever made.
Public citation in Webb County Texas commands Nicolas Coronado to answer Julia Mufioz de Coronado in District Court case 5462. Plaintiff seeks divorce, restoration of maiden name Julia Mufiot, and property in Laredo, with four weekly newspaper publications prior to October 10, 1921.
Tuesday events include Sunbeam Band at the Baptist Church at 5 pm and a dance at the Woman's Club in the evening. Dr. Payne of Austin lectures at the High School Auditorium at 8 pm. Various residents visit relatives in Laredo and surrounding areas, while weddings showers and baptisms are noted. The Adoption Society meets this afternoon and the Miriam Chapter of the Eastern Star holds tonight’s meeting at Masonic Hall.
Sealed proposals to build one sewage disposal plant in Laredo Texas must be received by 10:00 a m September 10 1921 at City Secretary office City Hall with a $1000 certified check payable to L Villegas Mayor. Plans available for $5 deposit refundable on plan return. Bid opening at 10:00 a m September 10 1921. The city may reject any or all bids.
Famous Spanish author Vicente Blasco Ibanez expresses strong approval of cinema after his first movie experience during The Four Horsemen project. He plans to write novels directly for the screen and praises motion pictures for their dramatic appeal and universal reach.
Actor Raymond Hatton humorously praises Bunty Pulls the Strings as the best hair tonic saving him from baldness. He recalls brushing Weelum’s hair on screen and claims no hair loss after filming. The film runs today and tomorrow at the Royal Theatre. Also showing The Testing Black starring William St. Hart at the Strand today and tomorrow with director Lambert Hillyer elaborating on the theme of testing blocks in ascent.
The consistent praise for Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy highlights its relief for bowel complaints in both children and adults. Its widespread adoption is noted as nearly universal, with many claiming no rival product.
Tonight and Wednesday cloudy and unsettled. The forecast from the United States Weather Bureau states conditions will be overcast with chances of light showers, cooler temperatures, and light to moderate winds throughout the period.
Fort Melptosh reports a high of 99 degrees and a low of 74 degrees for the four hours ending 7 am. The wind is from the southeast and the sky is clear.
The long time Laredo resident Thompkns J Guernsey died this morning at 11:30 after a two week illness. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 4:30 PM at the family home 2016 Farragut street with burial in City Cemetery. Born September 5, 1845 in Fulton New York he served in the Civil War with the 11th United States Volunteer Cavalry and came to Laredo in 1881. He served on the Laredo board of aldermen for many years survived by his wife six sons and three daughters.
A telegram to Mrs. Felipe Diaz from Fort Sam Houston said Corporal Leonardo Diaz, killed in France, will arrive in Laredo Thursday at 4 45 PM. Arrangements are under way for a full military honors funeral for the young officer praised as a Laredo hero.
Johnson, 62, a noted grain merchant, was found dead in front of his Frost office with a bullet wound to the chest. A pistol lay near the body as investigators began probing the early morning death.
The Associated Press reports that on September 6 the United States sent a new diplomatic note to all allied powers concerning the status and administration of mandated territories. The note outlines U S positions and asks for agreement on governing mandates.
The Bruton parish church in Williamsburg Virginia is believed to be the oldest church building in continuous use in America highlighting its historic status and enduring function since early colonial times.
Elizabethtown Illinois enters a night of relative calm after a week of disturbances in mining districts. Armed guards patrol raids into town and Hosclatre ten miles away, the trouble’s center. Mine Superintendent Ferguson links the unrest to union members not employed at the Elizabethtown spar mine for four years.
Washington dispatch reports Secretary Weeks issued orders for the immediate withdrawal of the 26th Infantry, one of two regiments sent to the West Virginia coal fields last week, with the president’s approval.
Mt. Vernon Sept. 6. A solemn service commemorating the birth of Lafayette and the first Battle of the Marne was held at the tomb of Washington. President Harding sent a message praising American soldiering in the second Marne and honoring Lafayette. Secretary of State Hughes and Ambassador Myron T. Herrick joined in messages. more than a score of societies attended the ceremonies.
University of Texas associate professor Dr L M Payne leads the city teachers institute in Laredo and will deliver a lecture tonight at 8 o clock in the Laredo High School Auditorium. He will present Mark Twain in a entertaining style, drawing on his studies of the humorist and works like History of American Literature and Readings from American Literature. The talk promises a rare treat for literature lovers and fans of Huckleberry Finn.
Mexico City reports wholesale return of workers to Tampico oil fields as American companies and the Mexican government settle production taxes. Most firms paid storage taxes yesterday, with export tax due for July and August 25 expected soon. Payment will lift government embargo on company funds.
A teletrain from Secretary Leon ard Craig reports the Kiwanis delegates trip to Laredo has been canceled. Therefore there will be no Kiwanis delegation here tomorrow and all arrangements for entertertainment are off.
More than 200 members of railroad brotherhoods from Dallas traveled to Fort Worth for a general meeting tonight. The session aims to discuss questions regarding the order and its wooden work.
A Brewer of Dallas and Charles A. Roberson of San Angelo were appointed members of the state board on embalming today by State Health Officer Carrick in Austin.
The Associated Press reports New Orleans on Sept 6 that futures rose as much as 9 per bale driving distant month contracts higher. In Galveston spot cotton gained 200 points with middling prices near a quoted level.
New York September meeting of a new industrial bureau discussed aid for 690,060 unemployed. Proposals included creating dormitories in National Guard armories and establishing free kitchens to ease conditions for the jobless.
Washington September 6 plans for the upcoming unemployment conference to be held here this month were understood today to be under consideration by administration officials.
Washington officials gather in Washington as the National Association of Security Commissioners convenes for its annual conference to discuss blue sky law administration. Sessions run through tomorrow and Thursday with state officials present.
A large gathering of lawyers and jurists marks the annual meeting opening in Ottawa. The three day sessions will be presided over by Sir James Atkins of Winnipeg. The chief feature is an address by Sir John Simon, former British Attorney-General.
Refugees crowded Syrzan search for food as markets mushroom near refugee camps. Crowds barter wedding rings, fur, kettles for bread and meat while trains depart and soldiers pull people from cars. Germans from Mariupol and other ports join Samara refugees, facing poverty and filth.
Police halted a near-riot aboard the shipping board freighter Chester Kiwanis off Staten Island as twelve Black seamen opposed thirty white crewmates rushing the captain’s cabin. The clash, ongoing since Saturday, ended without police fire while the captain claimed whites believed he favored Black workers in duties.
Rain fell across Taylor county with Abilene seeing about half an inch while other points reported over two inches, the Associated Press reports from Abilene Texas dated September 6.
President and Mrs. Harding with a group of officials and friends arrived in Washington today aboard the Mayflower. The return marks a post trip home gathering as the party disembarked and prepared for official duties.
In Rome on September 6 a high mass of thanksgiving marked the seventh anniversary of Pope Benedict XV's coronation in the Sistine Chapel. The service was attended by the Sacred College and many prelates and clergy.
A claim that ninety nine out of a hundred druggists recommend Cham berlain s Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy when diarrhoea is asked for. The article argues it is the best medicine customers can depend on and notes druggists prefer it for reliable outcomes.
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