The Standard Remedy for Constipation touted in homes
The advertisement promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative tonic that relieves constipation without griping. It claims the product restores regularity, improves appetite, and reduces digestion related discomfort, citing a testimonial from Mrs Oliver Young of Merrill Wisconsin and offering a free trial bottle by mail from Dr W B Caldwell in Monticello Illinois.
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Caldwell
Dr. Caldwell
W. B. Caldwell
Washington St
Monticello
Ill
Labor chief denies 15 percent living cost rise nation wide
President Gompers of the AFL testified before a House committee that living expenses did not rise 15 percent over ten years and that wages have improved relative to earlier periods. He argued wages, hours, and labor conditions have advanced beyond any prior era as essential prices trended downward since 1870.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Gompers
American Federation of Labor
House
United States
Cost of essentials rises over thirty years
A reminiscence notes that the essentials of life have expanded in the last thirty years, making a clear contrast between past and present costs and availability.
Demonstration of Alcazar Stove Line by SPEIR Hardware
The SPEIR Hardware Company at 219 Losoya advertises a demonstration of the Alcazar Combination Cook Stove that burns gas coal and wood, with gas ranges and oil cook stoves also on display from April 10 to 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tho Speir Hdw. Co
Losoya
Flowers for the Living club organized in Corpus Christi
A Flowers for the Living club was organized in Corpus Christi Texas last evening with R C Stanley elected president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corpus Christi
Tex
Flowers For the Living’ Club
R. C. Stanley
Houston business men entertained during Bi Centennial trip
Houston Chamber of Commerce and Committee of One Hundred hosted a visiting delegation from 8 p m Tuesday to 1 a m Wednesday aboard a Southern Pacific special train. The sixteenth annual trade excursion featured a San Antonio stop with Alamo plaza events and a Menger Hotel gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Houston
Houston Chamber of Commerce
Southern Pacific
Bi-Centennial Fair Association
Waelder
San Antonio
Alamo Plaza
Lewis Band of
Menger Hotel
Menger
Lewis Band
New Braunfels
Texas
Wilson Wins Illinois Presidential Preference Vote
Voters in Illinois favored President Wilson on the Democratic ticket and Senator L. Y. Sherman on the Republican ballot. Roosevelt and Clark drew some write ins, with Sherman 63,823 and Wilson 79,898 leading their parties. Geor gia Republicans will send two separate delegations to the national convention in Chicago with no clear instruction.
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Chicago
Illinois
Wilson
L. Y. Sherman
Roosevelt
Hughes
Root
William Hale Thompson
Champ Clark
Sherman
Thompson
John Maynard Harlan
Georgia
Atlanta
Macon
Walter H. Johnson
Henry S. Jackson
Tiz Promises Relief for Tired Feet in Ad Claim
A vintage advertisement touts Tiz as a miracle foot remedy that relieves tired sore and puffed feet. It claims quick pain and burn relief from corns callouses and bunions and promises yearlong comfort with a 25 cent box available at drug stores. It urges buyers to accept no substitute for foot relief.
Sweeten Sour Acid Stomach With Magnesia
Report describes hyperacidity and indigestion from excess stomach acid. Advises avoiding artificial digestants and using Risulated Magnesia a spoonful in hot water after meals to neutralize acidity. Warns Magnesia is safe for the stomach and aids relief.
Manufacturers Debate Production Costs at San Antonio Club
The San Antonio Manufacturers' Club met at the Gunter Hotel to discuss methods for calculating production costs. Speakers including James Gallagher and W J Morrison stressed accuracy and simplicity, citing US factory data that show average costs equal 24.5 percent of gross sales. D J Straus recently returned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Manufacturers’ Club
Gunter Hotel
James A. Gallagher
W. J. Morrison
H. W. Finck
R. Elliott Jones
L. C. Wiggins
Mark F. Postlewaite
H. N. Timolat
W. H. Winterborne
H. L. Lathrop
United States
Mr. Lathrop
D. J. Straus
Oil turning locomotives and travel offer notes
Advertisement items note a round trip price of 55.26 to Washington with travel dates April 13 14 15 and a May 12 limit. Mentions oil turning locomotives observation cars from Southern Pacific and an ad for pianos priced 100 less than factory cost by Conger at 714 Ave C.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Return
Lim
Southern Pacific
Conger
Ave. C
Last Formal Dinner Honoring President Hosts Cabinet
President and Mrs. Wilson were the guests last night of Secretary and Mrs. Lane at the final of a series of formal dinners given in honor of the president by cabinet members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Lane
Washington, D. C
What Can You Do for Catarrh
An Atlanta physician of repute recommends S S S as a fast acting blood remedy for catarrh. The ad claims S S S clears mucous surfaces, improves nasal passages, and relieves headaches by cleansing the blood and purifying the system. It cites other blood conditions like eczema and psoriasis and directs readers to Swift Specific Company in Atlanta for advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swift
Atlanta
S. S
Medical Department
Begone Kidney Pain with Salts Remedy Claim
An old advertisement promotes radial Salts and Jad Salts as cures for kidney trouble. It claims uric acid from meat harms kidneys, causing pain and urinary issues, and urges daily intake of four ounces in water to flush and restore function. It touts safety and affordability with pharmacist anecdotes.
Zemo Promises Quick Relief for Eczema Skin Troubles
Advert says Zemo eases burning itching eczema quickly with small applications. Available from druggists for 25 cents, extra large bottle one dollar. Claims include removing pimples blackheads rash eczema tetter and similar conditions. Notes it is non greasy non staining and dependable when others fail. Cleveland brand name Zemo.
Cuba trade discussion crops up in San Antonio meeting
A San Antonio gathering discussed Cuba as a potential trade field with emphasis on a bumper sugar crop and plentiful money there. The group plans to explore Selling Costs at the next session, with numerous attendees listed including Gallagher Baldus Lathrop Menger Cushman and several others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
San Antonio
Jamege A. Gallagher
Charles Baldus
H. L. Lathrop
Gus Menger
Geo Cushman
J. J. Laursen
William Kruegel
Jack Raybould
A. Battaglia
Ed Friedrich
Charles J. Rossy
LD. J. Strauss
Paul Dreiss
J. A. Dittmar
H. N. Timolat
W. G. Sinclair
L. C. Wiggins
J. G. Lentz
I. M. Melhenny
Mark F. Postlewaite
R. A. McGown
RFR
Elliott Jones
A. W. Meyers
W. H
Black leg case found in Austin as cattle fears rise
A post mortem by J C Patterson of the U S Department of Agriculture confirmed a young Jersey heifer in Austin died from a severe case of black leg. Patterson urged Texas stockmen to vaccinate susceptible animals and dispose of dead carcasses. Vaccines are available from drug stores or free via the Bureau of Animal Industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
J. C. Patterson
Department of Agriculture
United States
Patterson
Texas
Bureau of Animal Industry
United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau
Absurd Torpedoing of Spanish Steamer Santanderino
Spain's Prime Minister Count Romanones denounces the sinking of the Santanderino in the Bay of Biscay as incomprehensibly absurd and announces a full inquiry. Four lives were lost and preliminary instructions have been sent to the ambassador in Bern as he awaits more information before acting.
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Count Romanones
Bay of Biscay
Bern
Paris
Water supply inspection planned for Tres-Palacios river
The Texas state board of water engineers will inspect the Tres Palacios river near Markham to determine unappropriated water and its extent. Major John Wilson and E B Gore will conduct the survey to assess available flow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Tres-Palacios River
Markham
State Board of Water Engineers
John Wilson
E. B. Gore
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Samuel Gompers
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Dr.Lyon
Dr. Lyon
L W. Lyon & Sons, Inc
27Th St
N. Y
Duffy’s
Duffy's
Duffy Malt Whiskey Co
Rochester, N. Y
Beacon Shoe Store
SOLE
Johnny
St. Anthony
Merchants Transfer Company
Chas, Zoller
Dolorosa St
Inis
Zemo
Cleveland
Santanderino
Goggan & Bros. Cor
Houston and Navarro Sts
Carranza
Mexico City
General Carranza
Wellad
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