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Newspaper

Laredo Weekly Times

Location

Laredo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1920

Page

5

Film depicting invasion of England destroyed after armistice

London reports a War Office moving picture costing 117000 dollars was destroyed by order after the armistice for peace time unsuitability. The film showed imagined German invasion with real Belgian and French incidents and battles staged by William Davies. A cinema camp near Chester trained troops and filmed in mock uniforms amid traffic closures.

Associated Press London War Office England The Star Belgium France William Davies Chester Flo Iun Real Port

Cleveland Comes Back and Ends His Term Chronology

Five Minute Chats on Our Presidents outlines Grover Cleveland’s second term from 1893 to his death in 1908. It notes his age at inauguration, a May panic, surgical cancer operation, the Silver Act repeal, troop deployment to Chicago during a railroad strike, tariff law without signature, gold reserve protections with J. P. Morgan, a Venezuela message, and his death at Princeton at age seventy one.

Grover Cleveland Cleveland Chicago Ture J. P. Morgan Venezuela Princeton N. J

Central American Union Conference Seeks Five Republic Tie

Washington awaits results of talks to be held in San Salvador on uniting the five Central American republics. Past efforts failed from jealousy, but proponents see a propitious time as World War shows the limits of small states. The plan favors preserved state rights while enabling closer union on foreign affairs.

Washington D. C San Salvador Honduras Nicaragua

Youre Sick and Tired Youre Nervous Campaigning Pep

A health themed tirade extols vigor and nerve building remedies to push through fatigue and reach success. The speaker urges renewed vitality, red blood cells, and stamina to endure challenges and triumph.

Sensapersa Promises Nerve Health Boost In Ten Days

Irritability and nervous indigestion blamed on fatigue. Take Sensapersa for ten days to restore nerve health and energy. Available in two sizes for $1.00 at your druggist or from My Drug Co.

Despondent feelings eased by reliable relief

Sufferers from indigestion may feel discouraged thinking recovery is impossible. Hundreds have been permanently cured by taking Chamberlain's Tablets and can now eat foods they crave. These tablets strengthen the stomach and help it perform its functions naturally. If you have not tried them, do so at once.

Church Auxiliary and Band Meet, Luncheon for Mrs Goddard

The Junior Auxiliary of Christ Church meets at the Rectory at 4 pm. The Sun Beam Band of the Baptist Church gathers at the church at 4 pm. Miss Mildred Leyendecker hosts a luncheon at 5 pm honoring Miss Mary Elizabeth Goddard.

Christ Church Misa Mildred Leyendecker Mary Elizabeth Goddard

Cleveland and the Democratic comeback guided by a silver era

The article recalls Grover Cleveland leaving the presidency to practice law in New York City and returning to win the White House again in 1892. It covers his battles over the silver act and tariff, the Venezuelan arbitration stance, and his defense of the gold standard, alongside contemporaries and local notices, with vivid period voice and quick sketches of figures and events.

Rover Cleveland New York City White House Cleveland

Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement From Laredo Resident

In a 1911 statement and a 1919 update, Frank Camille of Hidalgo Street Laredo says Doan's Kidney Pills relieve kidney trouble and backache. He reports earlier relief from frequent secretions and pain and notes no further kidney issues. Price is 50 cents, available at all dealers, Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo NY.

Doan Laredo Frank Camille Dean Mr. Camille Camille Foster Milburn Co Mirs Buffalo N. Y

Indian Nationalist Unity Fears Rise In India Says Hardiker

Dr. O N. Hardiker of the India Information Bureau warned that India shows unprecedented unity between Hindus and Muslims against Turkish treaty terms and British rule. He cited labor unrest with 125 strikes in 60 days, and warned of dire famine and high death rates as India edges toward self rule or Sinn Fein like upheaval.

Associated Press New York India Prince of Wales Hardiker India Information Bureau King George Delhi Duke of Connaught Canada Dr. Hardiker Bombay Aliguet 1 Fr. Hardiker Sinn Fein Ireland Japan Germany England United States Australia New Zealand

Maine Vote Signals Republican Surge in National Race

Chicago reports Cudahy packing company dividends marked by first post-reorganization payout. George White, chairman of the Democratic national committee, calls Maine result the Republicans’ day of resouting, noting strong organization and finances to influence the national mood.

Associated Press Chicago Cudahy Packing Company New York

Mac Swiney Weakens After Long Fast Protest

London reports Terence Mac Swiney is appreciably weaker this morning from his hunger strike. The bulletin notes he remains conscious and his mind is active. It is now thirty three days since his fast began in protest of his arrest at Cork.

Associated Press London Terence MacSwiney Cork

Porto Rican Sugar Producers Reply to Cuban Price Pressure

The Porto Rican Sugar Producers Association declined joint action with Cuban interests citing federal law. A cable from the Cuban association urged joint measures to prevent further raw sugar price declines, but Porto Rico will not ship sugar except as priced before shipment. Eduardo Gonzalez was authorized to send the reply reaffirming, “Federal legislation prevents joint action.”

Hy Associated Press San Juan Porto Rican Sugar Producers’ Association Cuba Porto Rico Association de Hacendados Y Colones Sugar Producers’ Association Eduardo Gonzalez

Grace Before Meals at London Fish Ordinary

In a Bird-in-Handcourt restaurant on Cheap side London an 86 year old Mr Henry Shelton presides daily at 1 pm bowing to say grace before and after meals. For 24 years he has led diners in thanks and serves fish courses himself, claimed to be the only London restaurant with such grace rituals.

Associated Press London Bird-in-Handcourt Cheapside Grace Henry Shelton

Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertisement Reform

An ad proclaims Hall's Catarrh Medicine as the reliable cure for catarrh for thirty five years. It claims blood action cleanses mucous surfaces and promises rapid improvement, urging readers to start taking the remedy now and refer to testimonials. The copy attributes a Toledo Ohio address for CHENEY & CO. and mentions distribution through druggists.

Hall Cheney &O Toledo, Ohio The

Mrs Keach Tells How She Got to Know Rat Snap

Mrs Keach explains her rat problem on the farm and how RAT-SNAP killed 17 rats and scared the rest away. RAT-SNAP is sold in three sizes 50c 65c and 1.25 by A Deutz and Brother City Drag Co and Sanitary Grocery.

Rotary Club Luncheon Set At Hamilton Cafe Tomorrow

The Laredo Rotary Club will hold its regular weekly luncheon at the Hamilton Cafe tomorrow. Full attendance is earnestly urged. Special music will be part of the program, per the Entertainment Committee.

Laredo

Money Makers in Times Want Ads

Classified blurb highlights opportunities labeled money makers with emphasized pricing and demand. Read as brief notice of potential earnings and marketing appeal.

Blind Horses Choose Diet by Nose Cues

The text notes that blind horses do not err in diet when grazing, as they rely on their nostrils to guide food selection just like sighted horses.

More Cotton Used Than In Past Year In August

U S departmental figures show August cotton consumption at 10 199 bales of lint and 46 and bales of winters while on hand stocks total 1 120 604 bales lint and 267 76 bales of linters. Public storage and compresses hold 1 968 218 bales lint and 358 649 bales of linters with changes from last year. In Texas Hunterville convicts rush to save the crop as dry weather slows picking. state farms aim for several hundred thousand bales.

Hy Associated Press Washington Sept Censo Bureau Hunterville Texas Atate

Body of Olive Likely Shipped Home Saturday

Report from Associated Press notes Olive's body is expected to be transported on the Mauretania to New York this Saturday aboard Themis liner. The exact route and carrier arrangements are being coordinated as officials confirm plans.

Associated Press Arin Themis New York

Nobility Rebuild Lives Through Work Across France

Prompted by exile after Koláhev, Russian nobility pursue labor to eat and survive. Count Paul one tieff runs a dairy near Paris with noble family members, while Duke Leuchtenberg Beharnais farms near Tours. Other exiles include Lyszezynski a bank clerk and Princes Goudacheff a former ambassador now farming. General Nicolaiefy drives a truck as many officers take mechanical or taxi work.

Ly Associated Press Paris Kolahev Jan la Brance Parle Paul One Tieff Duke of Leuchtenberg Beatharnais Tours Lyszesyneki Mestehercky Goudacheff Noestan Spain Nicolaiefy

Spent $1 on Rat Snap and Saved the Price of a Hog

James McGuire, noted Hog Raiser of New Jersey, urges farmers plagued by rats to try RAT SNAP. He claims spending $1 on the rat poison killed enough rats to save the cost of a hog. RAT SNAP is a cake bait sold in 25¢, 66¢, and $1.25 sizes, not to be mixed with other foods, and not eaten by pets. Sold and guaranteed by A Deutz & Brother, City Drug Co, and Sanitary Grocery.

James McGuire New Jersey A. Deutz & Brother City Drug Co Sanitary Grocery

Johnson Given Prison Term For Act Violation

Jack Johnson and another heavyweight figure were sentenced to one year and one day in Leavenworth prison and fined $5,000 for violation of the act as handed down by Judge Carpenter.

Ty Associated Press Chicago Jack Johnson Homson Leavenworth Peninttary Pederaldge Carpenter

Palmer Says Amnesty Not General Yet For Political Prisoners

Associated Press report from Washington on September 14 states Attorney General Palmer told labor leaders that the government will continue to decide cases individually rather than grant a blanket amnesty for political prisoners.

Associated Press Washington Palmer Labor Lead

Russians Take Offensive Near Old Gallian Border

Reports from London dated Monday say Russian Soviet areas have taken the offensive, marching toward embers along the old Gallian border. The Associated Press notes the move was marked by advancing forces and heightened activity in the region.

London

McKinley death recalled on anniversary in Canton

The 19th anniversary of President William McKinley's death was observed quietly in Canton. Large wreaths of carations and other memorial pieces were placed at the McKinley mausoleum by mourners and associates of the late president.

Canton Ite William MeKinley Mekkinley

Harvard Observatory’s South American Wary Camera Station

A huge telescope camera station near Arequipa Peru founded about 80 years ago by Harvard University’s observatory. The facility sits at the base of the Mianti volcano in the Andean region, famed for clear skies aiding southern sky observations. Local Arequipanians honor Misti as a source of earthquakes and myths about ancient Purun temples.

Presa Santina Sept Harvard University Observatory Arequipa Miati Misti Areauipa

Ornamented cords and bindings across worlds

The text notes varied binding practices in Japan with vertical reading, a British navy practice weaving colored threads into ropes for identification, Brussels art students creating snow statuary in a public park, and a Venetian playing card deck from the fourteenth century with seventy eight cards arranged in four suits of fourteen and emblems on twenty two cards.

Japan Brussels

Footwear Pain Drive Man Home In Distress

Russell returns home limping with twisted feet and a pained face after trying new shoes. Father asks about discomfort. Russell explains feet hurt, not the shoes. Note attributed to the Detroit Free Press.

Russell Deroit Free Press

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