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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1917
Page
7
Premier Loyoff told an Associated Press correspondent that the United States entering the war strengthens Allied efforts, hastens final victory, and promises political peace. He said Russia views the move as moral and practical, signaling unity with America and a improving domestic situation amid ongoing revolution.
Mrs. Jennie Moyer of Lima Ohio reports severe health breakdown due to displacement improved to well after taking five dollars worth of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and using Sanative Wash. She praises the tonic properties and recommends it to women before birth and after.
Berlin April 9 The Reichstag likely to take up constitutional reform late this month The committee on reforms to be chosen April 24 at first session after Easter recess Socialists expected to control the committee Catholic party leaders may aid in reporting radical changes for Prussian diet and reapportionment of empire for district representation in Reichstag Opponents doubt the Kaiser will consent to abolish three Prussian franchise classes Catholic unions oppose steps toward parliamentary government and reduced royal power.
France signals gratitude by decorating monuments with American colors and urging homes to display the Stars and Stripes. A decree orders Wilsons speech to be read in schools and colleges nationwide as Paris stores report flags sold out.
C Smith of Augusta Georgia reports that Foley's Honey and Tar cured his cough after buying a 25 cent bottle and avoiding high medical costs. The ad warns against imitations and praises the genuine product from A M Fischer, Druggist.
An advertisement touts Haarlem Oil Capsules as a remedy for weakness from overwork and poor habits. It claims three capsules daily restore strength for uric acid issues, kidney problems, bladder stones, and stomach derangement, with a money back guarantee and prices of 25c, 50c, and 1.00. The ad emphasizes the Gold Medal branding and the imported Haarlem Oil origin.
A mother’s unending work drains her strength and ages her features. Scott’s Emulsion of cod liver oil is advertised as a strengthening tonic to purify blood and build nerves. The ad notes it is alcohol free from Scott & Bowne, Bloomfield, New Jersey.
All schools will read both President Wilson's address and President Poincare's address along with cabinet members' speeches. The President's speech will be posted on billboards across France.
London dispatch notes American participation dominates war news in British papers April 9. Bryan's offer to fight praised as pivotal though pacifist vote worries editors. Northcliffe papers urge Britain to maintain effort and sacrifice despite expected U S help and warn Germany remains strong.
The Kolenische Volks Zeitung in Berlin claims America’s Far East policy stems from war aims and asserts Washington would postwarly face Japan. It notes Tokyo’s view of armament buildup as a preparation for later conflict. German papers debate the Emperor’s Easter message on electoral reform and its international reception.
From Copenhagen observers note German public criticism of the government increases. The American legation reports socialist and conservative papers press for broader political participation and faster liberal reforms after the war.
Emperor William pledges internal reforms for Prussia and the German empire in a late released Easter message. Newspapers race to respond as the Germany press, including the Germania centrist organ, had gone to press before the announcement. The Lokal Anzeiger carries no commentary due to timing.
Liberal and Radical papers fault the emperor for delaying reforms until after the war. Conservative and Reactionary papers criticize the move and oppose any promised reforms at all.
A Melbourne dispatch to Reuters reports that Australia greeted America's declaration of war with enthusiasm in Canberra. Theaters played the American national anthem as a sign of support and solidarity.
Charters filed in Dallas and Abilene disclose Dallas Thrift Association with $1000 capital and incorporators F G Gaskey W W MacBeth and W T Henderson. Campbell's of Abilene seeks $75000 capital with incorporators T C Campbell T L Fagg Mrs Charles Flint. John Dollinger Jr Inc Beau mont seeks $50000 capital with incorporators John Dollinger Jr Andrew Rouse and Ambrose Rouse. Donna Light and Power Co Donna Hidalgo county shows capital stock placeholder listed.
Incorporators listed for several companies include A. F. Hester Sr J B Roberts and T J Hooks for German Evangelical Lutheran St John Church with no capital stock. Splenlex Company Dallas with 2500 capital to make scalp and hair remedy. Wichita Asphalt Paint and Varnish Co Wichita Falls capital 30000 incorporators W H Williams J D Miller and W E Griggs. Carpenter Oil Co of Skintook Okla granted Texas permit capital 10000 with Wichita Falls HQ. Farmers Canal Co Blessing Matagorda County increases capital from 10000 to 15000. Pecos Irrigation Co Pecos files dissolution certificate.
Washington April 9. Special trade commissioners of the Department of Labor will soon investigate Europe’s postwar lumber needs for reconstruction purposes to guide policy and trade.
Pest Lumber Co. Cr. 2200 announced 80000 feet more lumber unloaded this week and additional cargo is en route under manager C. M. Cain.
Fragmentary notes mention Lincoln Gettys Jane and a reference to the White House and Ohio Sun Dial with unclear connections or dates.
Secret service and local police investigate a suspected dynamite plot against Union Iron Works in Alameda. About 125 pounds of explosives were found concealed in two locations within the plant.
Fiesta San Jacinto and Battle of Flowers in San Antonio run April 16 through 21 with lowest railroad rates advertised for attendees.
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