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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1934
Page
5
Doctors say there is no greater folly than buying unknown medicines. When shopping for Bayer Aspirin, choose Genuine Bayer Aspirin endorsed by doctors for relief of headache cold sore throat rheumatism and neuritis. Genuine Bayer Aspirin does not harm the heart.
The second Byrd Antarctic expedition party completes a grueling sled trek across the Tolling ice barrier. Aided by three nine-dog teams, the explorers laid orange tea and food pots to prepare for a potential spring trek toward the Edsel Ford and Queen Maude ranges. Captain Alan T. Taylor, formerly of the Royal Flying Corps, joins the team.
The diary notes record extreme temperatures from March across the Antarctic traverse, with lows from 60 below to 5 below. It recounts brutal conditions, fierce winds, and dogs suffering in harness as sled journeys faced blizzards and occasional quakes, highlighting the perilous terrain and endurance of explorers Taylor and Paine.
In Rome on April 2 the world wheat advisory commission began shaping a plan for a minimum support price. A sub-committee drafted the proposal for full commission review tomorrow amid expectations of a stormy session. Also reported are two moderate earthquakes recorded yesterday about 2200 miles south of Washington.
Mrs E P Simpson and daughter Miss Mary Reed Simpson of Hagle Fass arrive Monday to stay at One Menger hotel with Mrs Winchester Belse hosting informal receptions. Charity events include a San Antonio Conservation Society card party at St Anthony hotel, with Mrs G Ferdinand Lehman in charge of tickets. American Association of University Women gains new leadership at a ranch near Boerne, and several dances and weddings are noted including St Mary’s Class events and a Gunter hotel dinner dance.
In Sedalia Missouri, during an anniversary dinner at the Missouri Pacific railroad shop, two women died and three others were seriously burned with additional minor injuries. The deceased were Miss Mery Kahrs and Mrs A G Hausman. Burns to Mrs G H Abney, Mrs Henry Swatter, and Jesse R Hampton may prove fatal. A four room unfurnished house on L Lewis street is for rent at $21.50 monthly.
Ottawa April 14 The push for national regulation and recovery measures dominates Canadian debate as MPs and provincial legislatures tackle banking, inflation, and farmer relief. Prime Minister Bennett signals easing financial conditions for farmers while courts consider codes shaping building and construction. Chaplain Captain John E. Duffy sails May 25 from San Francisco for duty in the Philippines.
An advertisement features Mrs J. B. Stoker of Fort Worth praising BlackDraught as a versatile laxative for the whole family. She notes its syrup form for children aged six and four to help cleanse their systems, claiming effective relief from constipation and related pains.
An advertising notice touts a non surgical cure for piles using internal medicine HOM-ROD tablets. It claims to boost lower bowel circulation, heal affected areas, and end bleeding without cutting or salves. The ad credits Dr J B Leonharde as discovering the remedy and offers a money back guarantee through Sommers drug stores.
Funeral services for Judge Joseph Burgett Dibrell Guadalupe county attorney were held at 3 p.m. Thursday at a son John Dancy Dibrells home with Rev. M A McKeogh officiating. Masonic lodge participation noted. Judge Dibrell aged 78 had lived in Guadalupe county 76 years and suffered a heart attack last week. Pallbearers included Bryan Brawner Harry Freeman and Mayor Max Starcke among others with many honorary pallbearers listed from Beeville Kingsbury San Antonio and Austin communities.
Thousands have ended their bowel worries by choosing a properly prepared liquid laxative. Follow three steps: select a suitable liquid laxative, take the dose that suits your system, then gradually reduce as bowels move. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is recommended for adults and children due to senna-based action and pleasant taste.
An uncertain ad asserts Dr Culenet’s Syray Pops as a gentle bowel aid using mineral drugs and laxatives. It promotes Colas original prescription of fresh pepsin and senna as the ideal family laxative. The claim says it is safe for children and expectant mothers and does not strain the bowels or harm kidneys.
Brief notice highlights fast, practical classified requests and responses. Readers seek immediate responses for employment, housing, and services. The prompt urges concise appeals and offers, emphasizing speed and clarity.
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