Paige Leads Auto Field as Others Strive to Catch Up
In a long-form chart of progress, Paige is shown as the leader whose innovations set the pace. Other makers copy features and trim prices, but Paige maintains lead through industrial fundamentals built over years. The article asks how many 1913 cars equaled Paige and whether any have matched its approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paige
San Antonio
H. P
Grey & Davis
Peerless
Lozier
Stearns
Pierce-Arrow
Packard
Bosch
Chalmers
Hudson
Paige Price Remains Low Despite Refinements and Improvements
The 1914 PAIGE keeps its price at $1275 with full equipment, a standout value versus rivals listing $2000 or more. The new model recently arrived showcases refinement and solid manufacturing, promising no similar offering from competitors for at least two years. Visitors are invited to see the car and become acquainted.
Smallest gasoline engine credited to Will J. Peter
The design and build of a tiny gasoline engine credited to Will J. Peter son of J B Peter first vice president and general manager of Amcode raises ceions mines The V shaped two cylinder four cycle engine has bore and stroke of 1/2 by 1/4 inch and runs at about 1700 rpm delivering one thirty second horsepower Peter produced all parts for experiments on airplanes and has designed several machines earning medals at the International Fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will J. Peter
J. 8. Peter
Amcode
Cei Ons
Young Peter
Fort Sam Houston Welcomes General Hugh L. Scott
News from Fort Sam Houston reports Brigadier General Hugh L. Scott has been selected as assistant chief of staff. Officers at the post, many personal friends, greeted the development with interest as the decision was near final.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh L. Scott
Fort Sam Houston
St Jacobs Oil advertised as quick back pain relief
An ad claims backache stems from lumbago sciatica or strain not kidneys. It promotes St Jacobs Oil to rub on the affected area for rapid relief from pain stiffness and lameness stating it is harmless and non burning. It urges a trial bottle from a druggist to ease back pain quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Jacobs
Army officer records Sioux, Nez Perces campaigns in 1870s
The officer began his commission in 1876 and joined the Sioux expedition. He also took part in the Nez Perces campaign in 1877 and actions at Camp Robinson and Cheyenne in 1878, then served on the plains from 1878 to 1891. He investigated the Ghost Dance disturbances in 1890–91.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Heas
Nez Perces
Camp Robinson
Cheyenne
Plains
General Scott to lead staff and military duties described
The article traces General James W. Scott’s rise from colonel of the Third Cavalry to brigadier general and assistant chief of staff. It details his command roles at Fort Sam Houston El Paso and along the Mexican border, his Indian affairs work including Navajo incidents and Geronimo’s band, and his posts at the Smithsonian West Point Cuba and the Philippines as governor and superintendent. It ends with an advertisement for Hood’s Sarsaparilla.
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Tasker H. Bliss
Southern Department
Bliss
Scott
Third Cavalry
Fort Sam Houston
Second Cavalry
el Paso
New Mexico
Geronimo
Smithsonian Institute
Cuba
Philippines
Sula
Jolo
Military Academy
West Point
TIZ Foot Comfort Ad Boosts Happy Feet
An old ad extols TIZ for sore aching feet promising relief from corns blisters and bunions. It claims acids and poisons puff feet, offering magical comfort and smaller shoe fits with a 25 cent box from druggists or department stores.
You Are Entitled to the Best Ask for It
An advertising claim highlights the bold promise You are entitled to the best unless you ask for it. The copy emphasizes initiative and perceived superiority tied to the brand PERFECTION LARD and its 7T designation.
Lectures on Poultry Set by Lone Star Association
The Lone Star Poultry Association plans a series of lectures on all poultry industry phases at monthly Chamber of Commerce meetings. Dr. F S Hayes will deliver the first talk on May 6. The group also discussed recent thefts of breeders chickens and will seek police and sheriff protection within city limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lone Star Poultry Association
Chamber of Commerce
J. Ed Wilkens
F. 8. Hayes
J. W. Small
Dr. F. §. Hayes
Charles Rossy
Officials to Attend Fiesta in San Antonio
Adjutant General Hutchings received an invitation from Emil rank of the Fiesta Association of San Antonio to attend the celebration April 20 to 26. After conferring with the governor, the governor and his staff will depart April 22 for San Antonio and stay April 23 and 24. Hutchings sent requests for governor's staff to attend and mentioned servants for the governor's party.
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Austin
Tex
Hutchings
Emil Rank
Fiesta Association of
San Antonio
Huchings
Aisg
Spenne Ig
Sovernor
Luncheon in New YWCA Building Impresses Visitors
The Young Women's Christian Association moves to a new building at Avenue C and Fifth Street after two days of packing. The cafeteria reopens there, with Tuesday marking the first meal in the new rooms. Visitors, including many San Antonio guests, praised the layout, comfort, space and ventilation, while floral decorations honored the occasion.
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Young Woman’s Christian Association
Avenue C
Fifth Street
Avenue D
J. R. Blocker
San Antonio
New Boy Scout Troop Organized at McKinley Avenue Church
A new Boy Scouts of America troop was organized last Sunday at McKinley Avenue Methodist Church with 25 boys enrolled. Frank Huck leads the group as scoutmaster and hopes to build a top city unit. national headquarters has been asked to send his commission.
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Boy Scouts of America
McKinley Avenue Methodist Church
Frank Huck
Huck
San Antonio
Young Men's Christian Association
Duckworth
Hahn Offer Song Proceeds Aid Alamo Beautification
Carl Hahn and Laure Mav erick Hahn propose publishing a song via the Fiesta Association to benefit the Daughters of the Republic for Alamo work. Proceeds from five years of sales would support Alamo property beautification, with manuscript and arrangements offered for possible Fiesta coronation period hearing.
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Carl Hahn
Alamo
Hahn
Laure Maverick
Fiesta Association
Daughters of the Republic
John B. Carrington
Chamber of Commerce
Vitalitas touted by six Texas witnesses across cities
Six testimonials from residents in Houston Bellville Dallas Austin Fort Worth Waco and other Texas towns claim Vitalitas revived health from liver kidney stomach and nervous troubles. Advertised as earth sourced and pure the remedy is sold at Wagner's drug store 407 E Houston St with distribution by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Vitalitas
M. E. Dowels
Fannin Street
Houston
Vitaitas
J. M. Neal
Dallas
Beng
George P. Alton
10Th Street
Austin
A. J. W. Jennings
Louisiana Street
Fort Worth
E. Kir
Columbus Street
Waco
Wagner's Drug Store
Houston Street
Chinaman Arrested in East Commerce Restaurant Case
Lee Bing jin owner of a East Commerce Street restaurant near the Southern Pacific depot was arrested Wednesday by Deputy United States Marshal J L Dibreil on a complaint by Immigration Officer G Gordon Pulsford. Jin claims native birth but is charged as a Chinese national in the U S illegally. He appeared before U S Commissioner Edwards and was released on a 750 dollar bond. A hearing was set for May 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Bing Jin
East Commerce Street
Southern Pacific Depot
United States
Marshall J. L. Dibreil
G. Gordon Pulsford
Jin
China
Edwards
Wag
Engagement with charming widow recalled as delight
A quoted note from Puck recalls a man who was engaged to a widow once, describing it as among the most delightful inexperiences he ever had. The remark frames the affair as a fond, if curious, moment in his past.
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Puck
Local Druggist Promotes Adler-i-ka Popular With San Antonio
H. L. Wagner, a Micke building druggist, reports many friends via the QUICK benefit. The simple buckthorn bark glygerine mixture Adler-i-ka, famed as a cleanser, is claimed to act on digestion and cleansing. Immediate relief is advertised.
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H. L. Wagner
Micke Building
San Antonio
Cutie Ang
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Eleo
Alamo Auto Sales Co
Bedell Builds
A. Hagelstein
Latein
Rmes
Jourdan
Anto Etre
Obott
Hood
Hugh Bd, Scott
Alamo Plaza
Charles N. Fox
Himrod
N. Y
BOY Scouts
N. Broadway
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