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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1911

Page

3

Free Dr Caldwell Syrup Pepsin Promoted for Liver and Stomach Relief

An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild effective remedy for liver and stomach distress. It offers free samples by mail and credits endorsements from Mrs. Frank Lilly and W L Bryant. The note claims 40 years of experience and guarantees refunds. Dr Caldwell invites readers to write for advice and sample bottle.

W. L. Bryant Sardis Tenn Caldwell W. B. Caldwell Caldwell Building Monticello Ill

War on Texas Caterpillars Proposed in Congress

Delegate Andrews of New Mexico seeks 25 000 from the treasury plus agricultural support to deploy an army to eradicate gra ma grass caterpillars threatening Texas and extending scouting into Colorado Oklahoma New Mexico and Arizona.

Associated Press Washington Andrews New Mexico Treasur Texas Arizona Secretary of the Treasury Secretary of Agriculture

Foley's Honey and Tar Medicine for Children

Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is promoted as safe for children and free of opiates or harmful drugs. The advertisement notes a genuine product in a yellow package from Bexar Rug Co.

Bexar Rug Co

Tom Jownson of Cleveland Dies Smiling

Cleveland native Tom Jownson dies after a long fight over public transit fares earned him national attention. He campaigned for 3 cent fares, achieving fame before his fortune faded in the struggle.

Tom Jownson Cleveland

Johnson Dies Smiling After Visit From Chauffeur

Cleveland April 11 Arthur Fuller, Johnsons chauffeur, visited the patient Sunday afternoon and noted he was still smiling. The former mayor answered I am dying but I still have my smile and I am going to die smiling, and he did.

Johnson Associated Press Cleveland Arthur Fuller Arthur

Tom L. Johnson Former Cleveland Mayor Dies at 57

Tom L. Johnson former Cleveland mayor and ex congressman died at 8 45 p m after a long illness of cirrhosis of the liver He was 57 and twice a U S congressman four times mayor He championed three cent streetcar fares and Henry George single tax He is survived by a widow a son and a daughter Interment will be at Greenwood cemetery Brooklyn in the family plot after services Thursday

Associated Press Cleveland Ohio Tom L. Johnson United States Johnson Henry George Greenwood Cemetery Brooklyn Henry eGorge Congress Tom Johnson Senator Hanna Cleveland Electric Railway Company United States Supreme Court City of

Tom Johnson and his street railway battles and fate

A biographical sketch of Tom Johnson detailing his rise from Louisville street railways to ownership in Cleveland and across cities. It recalls his push for municipal ownership, 3 and 8 cent fare schemes, legal battles, and his later decline and illness ending in death.

Louisville Street Railway Company Indianapolis Cleveland Detroit Brooklyn Ohio Johnson Forest City Railway Company Municipal Traction Company

Hair Growth Cure Offered by Specialist Prescription

Thousands suffer baldness and hair loss after trying tonics with little effect. A simple Seuolling home remedy claims to regrow hair, restore gray hair color, and stop shedding without greasiness. Ingredients include Bay Rum, To-Kalon Perfume, and menthol crystals. described as safe and physician endorsed, not for facial use.

To-Kalon H. L. Wagner

Memorial Planned for Late Cleveland Mayor Johnson

Cleveland mourns the death of former Mayor Tom L. Johnson at age noted. The body will lie in state tomorrow as a public memorial is planned. Telegrams from leading figures pour in praising his long effort for reform and good government. Governor Harmon Bryan and Mayor Gaynor send tributes to the late public servant.

Cleveland Associated Press Toml. Johnson Harmon Wired Johnson Mr. Bryan

Lockhart Gun Club Elects Officers for New Season

Lockhart Tex April 11. The Lockhart Gun club re elected last season officers M M McDowell president and field manager and W H Hill secretary treasurer. First shoot set for Thursday April 13 on the grounds with new traps tested and members practicing.

Lockhart Tex Lockhart Gun Club M. M. McDowell W. H. Hill

Witty Exchange On Husbands During Honeymooning

A quip about changing husbands quickly appears as a playful remark on marriage. The speaker notes that there are many kind husbands, but emphasizes the honeymoon as the peak time for such choices.

Dr Williams Pink Pills for Purifying Blood After Grip

Cure claims focus on restoring strength after grip by enriching blood and toning nerves. An endorsement from Mrs. F R Boyd of Minneapolis supports recovery and improved appetite, color, vitality, and well being. Sold by doctors, or mail order, 50 cents a box, six for $2.50, Beechnectady New York.

South Ninth Street Minneapolis Minn

Soldiers Craft Artistic Mottoes In Muddy Camp Front Yards

Soldiers of Company M, Tenth Infantry at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, created decorative ground mottoes in the mud surrounding their tents. They whitewashed messages such as In God We Trust and Home Sweet Home, and painted an American flag design with the group stamping Tenth Infantry Fort Benjamin Harrison. The entire line of tents received artistic fronts, creating a striking communal display.

Uncle Sam Co. M Tenth Infantry Fort Benjamin Harrison Indiana

Burgess Recuperates and Texas School Board Slot Ban

Burgess has recovered enough from illness to plan leaving for his mother’s home in Flatonia tomorrow. In Houston the school board bars slot machine devices from buildings and sets May 23 as the election date to approve a 500000 bond for new buildings.

Burgess Gonzales Tex Flatonia Houston

Carriers Win Sunday Off With Post Office Approval

The Post Office Department approved Sunday closing for most carriers beginning next Sunday and only general delivery will operate that day. The change results from a carrier referendum.

Houston Tex Post Office Department

Houston Ad Men to Organize Club Tonight

Houston advertising men plan a meeting tonight to organize a local ad club in the city.

Houston Tex

Downs remanded without bail after pool room shooting

Luther Downs charged with the fatal shooting of Claude Cobb in a pool room Saturday night was remanded to jail without bail to await grand jury action after his preliminary examination.

Marquez Tex Luther Downs Claude Cobb

Sound Sleep of Good Health Promised by Foley Kidney Pills

Eau Claire man reports back pain kidney soreness and poor appetite then uses Foley Kidney Pills and sleeps soundly with improved general condition. Local ad notes Bexar Drug Co contact and a new phone listing.

J. L. Southers Eau Claire Wis Foley Bexar Drug Co

Weather Delays Golf as Year-Round Play Opens

Local note extols golf as an all season game with favorable weather conditions making year-round play appealing. Emphasizes weather permitting opportunities to enjoy golf regardless of season.

Pabst Blue Ribbon Advertised as Liquid Food

An advertisement extols Pabst Blue Ribbon as liquid food made from premium malt and skilled Pabst craft. It claims world class quality and unmatched smoothness and flavor, inviting readers to order a case by phone.

Pabst

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