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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1928
Page
12
In Washington on April 4, campaign preparations for the presidential primaries were advanced as party leaders and state officials prepared for and discussed forthcoming political contests and voting arrangements amid a charged campaign atmosphere.
An old musterole advertisement extols mustard plasters for fast relief from sore throats bronchitis laryngitis asthma rheumatic pains and muscle aches. It claims forehead tingling and chest warmth with quick action and notes a baby friendly version for infants and children.
An old advertisement claims a coated tongue signals digestive trouble and that Tanlac can help stomach and bowel issues. It promotes Tanlac as a non mineral remedy made from barks herbs and roots with a money back guarantee if no improvement.
Glasgow April 4 a temperance meeting heard the Aberdeen and Orkney bishop assert that prosperity recent and money like water would fill the world with drinking hell. He referenced Chicago and claimed Mayor Thompson faced armed opposition to curb liquor access.
A sprawling report outlines factional fights among Smith and Lowden camps as Republican and Democratic delegates jockey for control. Michigan and South Dakota results shift momentum while New York, Maine, Wisconsin, and Kansas delegate counts shape the Bay 29 primary, with Walters and Walsh seen in tighter races and Waite’s allies pushing for favored outcomes.
A fragmented sports brief reports a dog racing event where Greyhounds compete against rival rabbits and secure a victory. The readable text hints at teams, officials, and venue but lacks complete names or dates.
Kansas City April 4. Senator Simeon Le Wits named temporary chairman and keynote speaker for the Republican National Convention after a two day subcommittee session. Senator Fess Moses and others were discussed, with Fess favored by Butler as the first formal candidate presentation. Observers noted Fess’s ties to administration affairs and Moses’s alignment with several measures.
Federal grand jury in Chicago received instructions from Judge James H Wilkerson on federal laws targeting bombings and attempts to intimidate voters or officials. The judge stressed Article six of the Constitution makes national law supreme and jurors were told to apply federal conspiracy provisions to deter threats against officeholders and their property.
Capone adherent Joseph Klewha was re-elected president of the Cicero village board with about a two to one Republican majority. Police dispersed disturbances at the halls as supporters celebrated.
Report from April notes the Farmer Board friction over Herbert Hoover’s presidential bid and a push by a national committee to oppose him. Deputy marshals plan to guard polls on election day while a Washington decision limits deputized guards. Amid federal probes, Leonard Jordan and associates face custody as Chicago ballots and sabotage rumors surface in a sweeping, unresolved crisis.
New York Republicans and Democrats combined plan to send twenty two Republican and thirty Democratic women as delegates to the national conventions. Only seven are actual delegates, with others as alternates. Governor Smith will take a southern golfing trip next week to Asheville North Carolina for recreation rather than campaigning. He intends to depart after attending Easter with his family, traveling with a few personal friends.
Chlorolin the ten disinfectant and germicide for poultrymen and dog owners, issued flea and mite control and helps prevent diseases caused by pests. Sold by all druggists.
An old fashion ad promotes a lotion named Marine that refreshes tired eyes. It claims no belladonna and offers a month’s supply while promising a brighter, more lively look through an uplifting cosmetic preparation.
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