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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1916
Page
3
A Dr Sauer endorses ordinary nuxated iron as the only effective iron form for building strength. He claims two tablets thrice daily after meals for two weeks can noticeably raise energy, with promises of doubling strength in many cases and refunds if results fail. The ad targets nervous, rundown individuals and cites athletic benefits.
The San Antonio Equal Franchise Society passed a unanimous resolution at a Thursday meeting opposing women’s indirect influence in elections. They object to candidates asking women to mobilize others by phone calls and insist women vote with their own conviction for good government. Mrs. W. B. Lloyd of Chicago attended as a guest discussing suffrage as a path to peace.
Victor E. Innes and Mrs. Ida May Innes, jailed in San Antonio, reach Atlanta to face larceny after trust indictments. Disguised as a Mexican and an old farmer woman, they travel under guard, Innes denying knowledge of the Nelms sisters’ disappearance. Judge Ward to defend. trial likely in May.
The Carnegie library received its first shipment of raised type books for the blind from the Library of Congress in Washington. The collection favors children with New York point and moon type titles including Pigs is Pigs and The Last of the Mohicans, to be circulated soon.
About fifteen delegates to the Burroughs Adding Machine Company convention arrive in San Antonio from the Midwest and the conference runs through Saturday. F. F. Doyie hosts a city tour while about forty sales and factory managers are expected. M. L. Smith, formerly of San Antonio, heads the Midwest district and plans include a likely banquet. After the conference, delegates proceed to Dallas for a salesman’s school.
General Francisco Escandon and two co defendants were brought to San Antonio on a federal neutrality charges. He awaits trial May 8 after remand to jail on a 2500 bond. Escandon formerly governed Morelos and was a prominent Cientifico figure.
Mrs Brown recalls a past quarrel with Mr Brown saying she now pays it little heed as if water on a duck's back. Mrs Green is mentioned in the exchange but the focus remains on enduring indifference to words spoken earlier.
An advertisement urges readers with piles to try Pyramid Pile Treatment at home before pursuing dangerous procedures. It cites many letters from users calling cases hopeless and invites a free trial, with a box price of 50 cents from the druggist or by mail via the offer below.
The army issues Special Order No. 64 revoking Captain Steven Abbott's status. Captain Herbert S. Whipple is assigned to active duty as acting quartermaster in Philadelphia. Warren W. Whiteside to the Tenth Cavalry. First Lieutenant John W. Waterman to Northfield Vermont as permanent infantry inspector instructor. Leave granted for two months to Lt. Roy Holderness. Second Lieutenant Charles Cherrick assigned to Eleventh Infantry. Major John S. Winn named inspector of cavalry division. Aviation officers Virgin s E Clark Thomas DeW Milling Byron Q Jones to Newport News visits. Leave three days for Captain Ulysses G. Worrlow. Lt. Chester P. Barnett granted leave. schedule and rail fares listed for trips on Southern Pacific.
A free exhibition opens Friday at 611 East Houston Street featuring the Sprague Hathway collection. Jewel S. Jewel, invited by L. T. Powell, arranged the show after returning from San Francisco, highlighting portraits landscapes and public buildings created from photographic bases.
An old newspaper item warns readers to avoid imitations of Gets-It the corn cure. The ad touts Gets-It as painless and quick, claims it dries instantly, and notes it costs 25 cents or can be ordered from FE Lawrence & Co Chicago IL.
Readers are advised to use Bisulated Magnesia after meals to neutralize excess stomach acid and sweeten stomach contents. A teaspoonful in water after eating is claimed to promote painless digestion and enable enjoying large meals without pain.
A light want ad urges honesty to ensure lost items are returned. The notice appeals to finders to contact the owner or local authorities, promising rightful possession if the rightful owner proves ownership.
The piece notes landscapes painted on celluloid by a photographer in cooperation with the country. It mentions an Eagle Pass and return trip with dates April 11 to April 13 and lists Southern Pacific as the company. The price listed is 3.45 dollars.
President Wilson tentatively plans to travel to Chicago on September 4 to review the national encampment of the United Spanish War Veterans and inspect a preparedness parade. The trip was confirmed in Washington today.
A 10 days flesh building test for thin men and women claims gains of three to five pounds weekly in many cases. The plan uses Sargol tablets with meals for ten days, promising easier assimilation and resulting weight gain. Testimonials cite gains from 16 to 18 pounds, with guarantees of satisfaction or money back.
Yard-wide fabric offered at 12 percent domestic LOc yard with full bleach and regular 12 1-2c quality priced at 10 cents per yard. Second floor.
A short ad note describes price increases and sale pricing for household items. It mentions dimensions and styles with widths and yard measurements, notes location cues on second and first floors, and lists typical and sale prices from 50 cents down to 33 cents per package.
An art department invitation announces free classes in art needlework Tuesdays and Fridays from 2 30 to 5 P M on the first floor. A skilled instructor offers guidance with materials bought at the shop and encourages readers to join to learn new studies and solve common needlework problems.
A catalog describes untrimmed hats priced at 1.95 featuring new shadow effects, white hats, broad brims and graceful shapes. A little trimming can make them effective and noteworthy.
Listing of sewing notions including 500 yard spools of basting thread 6 for 2lc 5e rust proof hooks and eyes two cards 5c Ocean Pearl buttons 10c per dozen mother’s ironing wax 3c Warren’s belting 10c wire collar supporters 3e. First floor displays fine diaper embroidery night drawers 50c third floor features light weight nainsook sleep garments for children two to ten years 50c.
Swatow remains under rebel control as April reports say business is at a standstill and residents are panic stricken. The Wilmington gunboat guards foreign interests while the American consul and naval commander coordinate to avert fighting in the foreign quarter if Canton troops attempt a recapture. Rebels are described as well disciplined.
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