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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1917
Page
20
Governor Ferguson vetoed the free pass bill the bone-dry liquor bill and a Hamlin school bill along with four others. He argues free passes amount to improper compensation and questions the constitutional basis for the bone-dry limits.
Yesterday's council meeting exposed tensions between Chief and Commissioner over police staffing. The Chief accused a foreign subject's entry, while the Commissioner blamed mayoral preapproval and claimed no responsibility for payroll increases.
The article notes that after two campaigns opposing special policemen and court injunctions against commissioning them, it emerged that special officers would be put in place with the consent of all Commissioners, amid questions of responsibility and control within the Department.
The text criticizes Commissioner Uhr by accusing him of hypocrisy enjoining others from actions he himself takes and notes friends backing his re election on a sympathy claim. It emphasizes his alleged unfitness for the office since assuming the Police Commissioner role.
Judge Lowther and Commissioner Uhr lead rival political machines in a heated contest to shape city governance and police command. A third candidate, Lewis Maverick, promises a new deal to end the feud and alter the police department’s leadership.
A diner and waiter clash over tipping in a sharp exchange. The diner refuses to add a waiter’s share, insisting the waiter did not eat. The brief quarrel highlights etiquette and service expectations in dining rooms.
An old advertisement promotes Cascarets with a 10 cent box offer noting liver and bowel cleansing without griping. It claims clearer head and better breath with a rosy complexion and suggests mothers may give Cascarets to children when upset or constipated.
A drugstore promotion claims La Creole Hair Dressing darkens gray hair and regrows hair without dye. It offers a money back guarantee if ineffective, and asserts scalp health benefits including dandruff reduction and thicker, fuller hair growth.
The report links congested kidneys to pain in the back and kidneys, bladder region trouble, headaches, vertigo, and confusion about the source of illness. It cautions that kidney congestion is serious and should not be neglected, noting it can be more dangerous than constipation.
Advise relief from distress after urination with Balmwort Tablets said to reduce inflammation restore normal secretion and offer quick freedom from burning scalding pain and other agonies. Sold by all druggists.
Tension grows in Bell camp as some backers refuse to fund a general slate and a separate Bell committee is created to raise money solely for Bell's mayoral bid. Chester Terrell named link and arbiter to align the two efforts and smooth friction.
Police report multiple thefts from Monday night including Octavio Montes de Oca robbed of 200 dollars by four suspects on San Saba Street. A NE gro woman held as suspect. other crimes include purse losses at a hotel, street assault on Joe Manchaca, entry at East Commerce Street apartment, and nine hens stolen from Mrs Robles.
A child asks for a quarter instead of a nickel saying she needs it for the war, reflecting wartime household shortages and public sentiment in Chicago.
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a harmless alternative to calomel. It claims the product cleanses the liver without griping, prevents salivation, and can be given to children, with a money back guarantee if it fails to work.
The article advises using ordinary refined coconut oil instead of harsh soaps or alkaline shampoos. A small amount cleanses scalp and hair, produces rich lather with water, and rinses easily. It claims coconut oil is purer, greaseless, inexpensive, and leaves hair soft, shiny, and easy to manage for the whole family.
Last spring demand for the Hudson Super Six was at least five times supply. Thousands waited weeks for cars and many turned to other models. About 15 000 on the wait list hoped to buy, while the car set records in speed, hill climbing, and endurance. There are now nearly 30 000 Hudson Super Sixes in use and 30 000 enthusiastic owners.
San Antonio Lodge No. 216 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks sent a telegram to President Woodrow Wilson pledging defense of the flag and cooperation after adopting a preparedness resolution at a Monday night meeting. The message dated April 3 1917 was signed by Secretary Webb Ransom.
A 27 year old German baker living in Milwaukee was arrested at the International Great Northern passenger depot by Fort Sam Houston Sergeant Jacobs and City Detective Proudfoot on a complaint by William Hansen of the U S A railway. He was en route to Mexico and alleged remarks were overheard by a soldier. An investigation by secret service officials is underway.
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