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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1914

Page

19

Russia Eyes Mongolian Lands and Buddhist Ruler Power

The piece examines Russian aims in Mongolia, using influence over Yuan Shi Kai and the Khutukhta at Urga. It notes Mongolian independence, Tibetan Buddhism politics, and the Dalai Lama’s waning clout as Russia expands presence in Asia.

United States Central Asia Asia Mongolia Pekin Shassa China Buddha Dalai Lama Panchen Lama Khutukhta Urea Colonel Younghusband Lhassa Tibet Russia Japan Urga Tsi An Yuan Shi Kai Yuan Chagandara Yuan Shih Kai Czar Nicholas II

Despised Shacks on Varsity Campus Find Able Defenders

On the Texas campus the regents defend temporary shacks built to handle rapid student growth. Dr E P Schoch argues the “live” building approach strengthens self-government and faculty stature while permanent brick structures are delayed until funds permit. The article notes similar needs at California and other states.

Able Austin Tex University of Texas University South America Schoch E. P. Schoch Living University State University The University of California

Wonderful Easter Apparel Display at Local Store Monday

A store announces a Monday showing of Spring and Easter apparel praised as varied and beautiful with prices described as reasonable. The ad promises a cheerful refund of the purchase price if a customer finds a lower price elsewhere.

Pre-Easter Silk Dresses at Unbeatable Prices

Exquisite silk dresses displayed with French couture influence and rich lace trimming. Fabrics include messaline crepe de chine silk and silk wool crepes in Tan Copenhagen Mandarin Blue and more. Byzantine models touted as superior to prior seasons and competing with higher priced lines in local shops.

Messalines Copenhagen

Exquisite tailored effects expand dressmaking possibilities

New lighter weight fabrics and refined finishes fuse art with dressmaking. The collection showcases Byzantine designs, lace frills, and precise innovations including club checks and shepherd checks. Suits rival season standards and could reach $22.50 in other stores.

Hosiery and Accessories Sale Highlights Women’s Silk Stockings

Stock up on silk hose in all colors at 25 cents and 49 cents for 69c women’s silk hose. Black silk gloves priced at 1.25 with 16 buttons for 59c. Handbags in leather and suede offered at 59c.

Shoes for Men Women and Children in Patent Mary Janes

Shoes for men women and children advertised with Mary Jane pumps in patent leather sizes 5 to 8 priced at 1 00 Misses Mary Jane in patent and gunmetal offered as very special at 2 50

Mary Jane Nubuck St. Louis

Shacks Replace Permanent Structures at Illinois Campus

Dr. James of the University of Illinois lauds temporary shacks as a practical solution for aging science labs and urges building similar structures on his campus. He notes Texas also pursues experimental development amid funding constraints and quips on innovation arising from necessity.

Schoch University of Texas James University of Illinois Texas School State University America Illinois

Noted Senator Chides Subscriptions as Campaign Funds

In a Washington Star excerpt, Senator Sorghaim jokes that admiring friends would raise a monument for him, but he’d prefer subscriptions collected immediately to fund his campaign. The remark frames fundraising through public support rather than ceremonial tribute.

Senator Sorghaim Washington Star

No man is Stronger Than his Stomach Medical Advice

The Medical Adviser argues that strength depends on a healthy stomach and blood. He notes that even great athletes lose stamina if stomach digestion falters, since the stomach digests food and supplies elements for blood, affecting heart lungs liver kidneys and the nervous system.

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