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Newspaper
Laredo Weekly Times
Location
Laredo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1923
Page
6
The article recalls Spain's turbulent move from monarchy to republic, noting royal reverence among Spaniards and a 19th century pattern where republican talk surfaced during upheaval. It contrasts that mood with current loyalty of the army and public sentiment, while touching on opera attendance and Georgias audience resilience.
A Georgia law taxes grand opera by city size, imposing 2500 dollars for every six performances in cities above 100000 and 1000 dollars in smaller towns. Critics call it class legislation aimed at the wealthy opera audience, claiming it will silence performances in the state.
After ten days of heavy rain totaling nearly thirteen inches in Laredo, the landscape shows a springlike refresh. Vegetation greens, cattle graze on fresh forage, promising a favorable winter with ample pasture and lower feeding costs for ranchers and oil operators.
P. J. McKeon, a city plumbing inspector and adjutant of the Laredo American Legion Post, fell seriously ill several days ago and died this afternoon at his home.
Woodmen of the World Camp Ahue huete No 2304 calls all members to meet at the hall on Sunday September 23 1928 at 2 p m for unveiling ceremonies honoring deceased brothers Antonio Ochoa and Ibarcio Quifas.
The county clerk issued several marriage licenses recently including Conrado Vela to Carolina Garcia Fortunato Villareal to Matia de Jesus Garcia Claudo Gonzalez to Petra Carrillo and Jose Dominguez to Paula Lelja.
Leaguers beat the Milmos 13 to 3 at Legion Park in Friday’s opener. Marshall pitched well for the Leaguers while Arguijo struggled early. Milmos rallied late but fell short as the visitors built a big lead before sealing victory in the ninth. Three more games remain with 4 PM today and 10 AM and 4 PM tomorrow.
The recent rains halted growing cotton and boll formation but a possible second top crop could add about 200 bales. Webb county gins total 1,861 bales with Webb and Zapata counties reporting record ginnings as acreage is expected to rise next year.
Reporters say baling is in progress at the Hughs Butler McMurry No 1 Community well north of Dilton after casing to 3565 feet. Cole Petroleum Co president C R Cole notes Cole No 3 near Bruni drilling at 3516 feet shows oil and gas and Fresno No 1 near Jim Hogg county ranch reaches 1379 feet with logs aligning to oil prospects in the Mid Ojuelos field.
Earn two hundred dollars monthly by showing Texas made hosiery to Texas residents. Requires a few hours daily. Write for details to New Way Hosiery Co. at P. O. Box 488 Corsicana Texas.
D W Griffith delivers a mystery picture for United Artists the new film One Exciting Night to play Sunday and Monday at Trayil Theatre. The story centers on disappearance homicide hidden identity and the avenging spirit with entertaining suspense.
The Nebraska city of Omaha endured over two weeks with no city water due to a failing pumping plant and reservoir despite a muddy Missouri River. The Nebraska power company stepped in, supplying free distilled water to needy residents while promoting its efforts in a broad public notice.
The notice promotes daily access to THE TIMES with a focus on opportunities at a monthly rate of 0c per month.
The G C Hiatt office will operate under the name of Dr. L A Wright. Mrs G C Hiatt notes the change in a public notice dated September 17, 6t.
The William Fox drama The Crown That Forgot God opens at Strand Sunday Monday. It follows a small American town where harsh authority figures oppress a lone orphan boy until a devastating flood tests faith and forgiveness in a stark, realistic climax.
Citizens advised to order apples for children with a limited stock available. Call 298-W to place orders. Published notice dated 9 19 4.
Listings record a daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Schelper and to Mr. and Mrs. Amador Sanchez Jr, with health notes. Also notes on voice and piano lessons by Mrs. T. A. Austin, offertories by Mrs. Gatewood and Mrs. Muller at Christ Church, Dr Jose Sanchez Naranjo’s practice details, a juvenile band benefit concert, dental office move, rental furniture service, equinox weather note, floral offerings by Green Florist, public stenography, new Misko refinery opening, plumbing services, and local sports schedule plus various classifieds and notices.
Dr. Charles A. Beard, former Columbia University politics professor and noted author on municipal government, is called to Japan to assist in rebuilding Tokyo. A recognized interpreter of political history, he advised the Progressive leaders under Theodore Roosevelt and holds degrees from DePauw, Cornell, and Oxford.
Kodak films available all day Sunday at Cardenas News Stand located on 606 Flores Avenue. We offer a full line of Kodak products and provide fast development and printing services by an expert finishing team.
Maj. Gen. Hugh L Scott retired former Chief of Staff born in Danville Kentucky 70 years ago today. Andre Tardieu former French commissioner to the United States born in Paris 47 years ago today. Eleanor Hallowell Abbott novelist born in Cambridge Massachusetts 51 years ago today. George Dauis pitcher for the Detroit American League team born in Indianapolis 34 years ago today.
On the last day of summer celebrations mark milestones across the U S including 70th birthday of Maj Gen Hugh L Schott retired chief of staff, 55th priestly anniversary for Rt Rev Herman J Alerding and a sangerfest in Duluth. A Mormon centennial event opens in Palmyra New York as 18 balloons for the Gordon Bennett race near Brussels begin.
Lt. Col. Harry Graham predicts air travel between New York and San Francisco could take five to six hours within five years. He notes high altitude jet streams of 150 to 300 mph in elliptical paths and says electrical heating and oxygen will be needed for pilots and passengers.
One year ago today on September 22 the Protestant Episcopal Church Convention changed canon law to bar communicants from marrying divorced persons except those who are plaintiffs in infidelity divorces.
Vladivostok reports that the Daltorg in the Far East will finance a survey expedition to Kamchatka mica deposits. Mines already registered exist in the peninsula where natives use mica for window panes, but previous prices kept them unworked despite demand and high prices in America.
Community clubs and church groups list Sunday gatherings with times at 6 46 and 6 30 p m at churches plus notices to submit weekly reports to the Society Editor. Other items note Brotherhood of St Andrew meeting and St Anne’s Society social and planning for the year.
Indianapolis on September 22 reports say the question of whether Governor McCray should resign due to his financial difficulties will be submitted to the Republican state committee at its meeting next Saturday.
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