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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1920
Page
24
Thursday's Daily surveys the prohibition amendment economy noting high enforcement costs, jail closures, and widespread bootlegging. It contrasts moral gains with hypocrisy and questions whether prohibition pays, then shifts to Mexican oil nationalism and American investment, urging fair treatment and peaceful ties.
The United States posted exports of 654 million and imports of 537 million in July, yielding a favorable balance of 117 million. Seven months into the year, imports totaled 3.483 billion while exports reached 4.902 billion, producing a year-to-date surplus of 1.420 billion. Exports to Europe declined while trade with other continents rose, offsetting part of the European drop.
Provisional President de la Huerta argues the oil dispute can be resolved if foreign interests withdraw. He contends recognition of the Mexican government hinges on its stance against Carranza's oil nationalization plan. He asserts the United States would defend its oil interests abroad and criticizes nationalization advocates.
Mr. P. Rt. Arguindegui, after twenty years away, has located in this city and assumes charge of internal affairs of the Vidaurri Printing Co. printing department. The firm praises his efficiency and appoints him as manager.
Consul General Arturo de Saracho returned from Mexico City after obtaining sanction for a Mexican labor bureau in Nuevo Laredo. The bureau will organize Mexican laborers for Rural Land Owners Association members and others needing workers in the United States, with preliminaries to begin immediately. Thousands of laborers are needed in Southwest Texas cotton fields to meet the harvest before the rainy season.
County Agent Mally reports State Chemist advice on composting cotton seed with 16 percent acid phosphate to make a heat producing mix that kills seed germ but retains nitrogen. One ton of seed plus acid phosphate yields a value comparable to half a ton of commercial fertilizer, with added soil organic matter benefits.
Mrs Keach explains her fear of rats, noting a neighbor’s success with Rat-Snap. She tried it and reports killing 17 rats and driving off the rest. Rat-Snap sold in three sizes 35c 65c and 1.25 by A Deutz & Brother City Drug Co and Sanitary Grocery.
At 8 16 p m yesterday Mexican National Lines engineers and firemen struck along the entire system including Nuevo Laredo halting train service. An agreement was reached by noon and trains were to resume this afternoon with further service tonight. The dispute about a 75 percent wage increase was not stated but workers would return to work to avoid damage to perishable goods and food shortages in the interior. Farmers in Texas faced hardship seeking Mexican laborers for cotton picking and fall farming preparations.
Investigations by County Agent Mally report on Durango cotton in Webb county. 99 percent of bales test 14 16 inch, with small portions at 1% and 1 1/2 inch due to moisture and irrigation issues. Durango prices range 55 to 65 cents per pound. Growers urged to unite under A Walls of J Armengol Co to promote uniform long staple planting for next year.
The Camden Evening News reports Frank E Scovill former manager of the Camden branch of Arkansas Light & Power Company has been transferred to Paragould to oversee a larger plant. His Camden tenure increased service quality and boosted plant income enabling a near pay basis for the first time since rising living costs.
A brief ad promoting reading The Times daily with a monthly subscription price of 60 cents, highlighting ongoing opportunities for readers.
Laredo Post No 59 plans a Soldiers Club meeting tonight with expected large attendance. State Convention report and changes will be reviewed. Library enrollment offer presents $5 yearly access to books. Piano classes resume September 6 at 1716 Farragut. Webb county commissioners court to meet next Monday. public schools to start 1920-21 term. many teachers to attend Corpus normal. Recent marriage licenses issued: Heisler-Seenz and Korst-Torres. Port of Laredo imports include rope ixtle ore and beer.
A Saturday at Caliche Park features a 3 pm opener between the 87th Infantry and the High School, followed by a 6 pm exhibition by the Fats and Leans. All gate receipts support the Heights playgrounds fund, promising a record crowd for this charity double header.
Next Monday September thirteenth marks Rosh Hashanah the Jewish New Year observed by Jews globally. Observance begins at sunset the prior evening with two days for Orthodox and one day for Reform communities. The festival signals a month of holidays and emphasizes reflection, resolution, and the swift passage of time.
The Latin American Club will host a ball in their hall on September 15 from 8 40 p m to 1 00 a m to celebrate Mexican Independence Day.
Dr. T. J. Turpin, formerly of this city, has arrived in Laredo from Torreon with his granddaughter Mary Elizabeth Goddard. He is staying at the Shelby house and now makes his home with Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Goddard of Torreon, Mrs. Goddard being his daughter.
The Socialist party faces the fall campaign focused on private ownership of production. Otto Branstetter notes the League of Nations issue is camouflage and Debs, jailed in Atlanta, is not directing efforts. Seymour Stedman leads as chief speaker with a large supporting cast, touring states to October. The party aims to appear on ballots across most states, except likely Vermont and several southern and western states. The three pivotal targets are New York, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma, with state groups handling concentration strategies.
C R Hudson of Knoxville credits Tanlac with ending twelve years of rheumatic pain and stomach troubles. He describes muscles tied in knots, swelling, and sleepless nights, and says he can now eat freely and work hard again after trying various medicines. Tanlac is sold in Laredo by Windrow Bros.
The National Museum houses the 8 by 10 foot Order of Battle map used by General Pershing in France. Transferred from American headquarters at Chaumont, it shows the exact battle lines, unit statuses, and officer locations. The War Department furnished the map, and keeps it guarded. Congress may fund a new building for the vast World War collection.
Associated Press reports in Ardmore Oklahoma that about $500000 will be paid to Chickasaw Nation Indians this summer Each registered Indian will receive a $100 check Colonel Mills of the Indian department notes improved farming conditions and full allotment of lands with no unallotted acres remaining after sales
In Winnfield Louisiana an organization to assure Louisiana's share of the Lone Star Trail has been formed. Efforts will reach other states along the proposed route from North Central Louisiana to St Augustine Florida and Los Angeles California. After Louisiana, Texas will be organized then the route extends through Mississippi Alabama and Florida toward a western division through New Mexico Arizona and California. Other Louisiana highways Dixie Overland and Old Spanish Trail are mentioned as separate routes far from the Lone Star Trail plan.
Eileen Percy, a rising film star, appears in Her Honor the Mayor at the Royal Theatre today. The Fox release features Percy in a political romance based on a stage play by Arline Van Ness Hines with Denison Clift as scenario writer and Paul Cazeneuve directing, alongside Ramsey Wallace and Charles Force in supporting roles.
Classified note from Times Want Ads highlights cash by listing quick money making ideas. Unclear details mention potential opportunities, unclear amounts, and no specific dates or contacts given.
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