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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1914

Page

2

Tests Prove All Are Different Vitalitas Claims

Samples from across America were sent to Vital Remedies Company in Houston for comparison with crude Vitalitas. The analysis shows none resemble Vitalitas, which is said to contain a life force akin to radium enhancing its healing power. Radium and Vitalitas attract attention as cures for stomach, liver, kidney, bowels, and blood ailments. sold at Wagner's and by all druggists.

America Vital Remedies Company Houston Texas Vitalitas Wagner’s

Ministers seek action on Sunday closing order

Brown and county officials refuse to back ministerial demands to close moving picture houses on Sundays. A ministerial committee plans to file complaints in County Criminal Court if local officers fail to act, potentially notifying theater owners to close on May 3.

Linden Tobin Lancaster Dan Lewis Sun

Immigrant Inspector Praises Peruna in San Francisco

Port of San Francisco inspector A de la Torre Jr writes from 1111 Powell Street praising Peruna as the best national catarrh cure he has used. He thanks the company for the testimonial and notes personal health benefits and accompanying friends’ interest.

San Francisco A. de la Torre Jr U. S Port of San Francisco Powell St Cal

Shows to Close on Sundays Stirs Local Debate

City officials state a contract extends to an upcoming date and the Sunday opening of shows is under review. A final decision on when to begin investigations is pending, with assurances the matter will not be left unresolved.

San Antonio Club to issue IDs for gallery access during Carnival

Due to rising club membership the San Antonio Club directs members who cannot bring their immediate families to witness events from the club gallery during Carnival season to provide identification cards for those accompanying. Directors warn that abuse of this privilege has been persistent and will be firmly addressed to protect entitled members.

San Antonio

Schoolhouse Bidg Bid Invitation in San Antonio 1914

The San Antonio School Board will receive sealed bids up to April 28, 1914, at noon, for constructing two fireproof school buildings per plans on file with Leo M J Dielmann. Bids require a $500 certified check. Paul H Scholz, business agent.

San Antonio

Saloon Closures Questioned Ahead of School Election

Saloon men in San Antonio sought guidance from County Clerk Frank R. Newton about closures for Saturday's school election in independent district No. 41. Newton clarified that only saloons within District No. 41 must close if any exist, while those in San Antonio and other parts of the county are not required to close.

Frey San Antonio Frank R. Newton Mr. Newton County

Obituary of John Melton Moore Banker of Bay City Tex

John Melton Moore a Bay City Texas banker died at 2 30 am Friday after a month long illness in a San Antonio hotel He was 58 native of Texas survived by his widow and three first cousins The body was sent to Richmond for interment by Sloan and Hagg undertakers Also note Mrs Lucy Whitt 18 died at home in San Antonio with survivors W S Whitt and Mr and Mrs T J Burt Leander The body prepared by Riebe Undertaking Company was sent to Leander for burial

Richmond Sloan & Hagg Whitt Lucy Whitt Sandoval Street Texas San Antonio Leander W. S. Whitt T. J. Burt Riebe Undertaking Company

Board Hears Petition for Martinez Jr Commutation

The Texas board of pardons resumed the hearing on Leon Cardenas Martinez Jr a Mexican youth sentenced to death for execution by hanging at Pecos City on San Jacinto Day The board heard attorney R P Coon of San Antonio and was joined by Martinez s father Col F A Chapa Judge J G Griner and Mexican consul Arturo M Elias all of San Antonio Action may come by Saturday Freight Handlers Name Minimum Wage in Boston

Col F. A. Chapa J. G. Griner Arturo M. Elias San Antonio

U. S. Demands Humble Huerta Salute Flag

The United States insists on a formal apology and a gun for gun salute to the American flag, rejecting Huerta’s proposal for a simultaneous exchange. Officials regard the counter offer as a delaying tactic and say no further temporizing will be tolerated. Bryan reports ongoing communications as Wilson administration weighs forceful steps.

San Diego O’shaughnessy Huerta Stars and Stripes United States Tampico Wilson Bryan White House State Department Charge O'Shaughnessy Washington Mexican Atlantic Pacific Navy Department Mayo Vera Cruz

This Man Escapes After Many Years

Mr G Williams of the Hotel Barber Shop 114 vm street recounts a decade of indigestion constipation and kidney troubles. He credits Plant Juice with ending his suffering noting improved digestion kidney function and regularity. He praises Plant Juice as a premier vegetable remedy and says it provides rapid relief and lasting cure available at Fischer's Drug Store.

G. Williams Vm Street Fischer's. Drug

Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey Aids Woman’s Health Claim

Mrs M Fischer of New York credits Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey with improving her long standing health. She cites a physician who recommended the tonic, noting relief from a sluggish liver and general debility after using the product regularly three or four times daily. She rejects competing whiskeys after the observed benefits.

Duffy Mrs. M. Fischer East 35Th St New York City

Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey Medicine Claim

An advertising notice touts Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a health remedy for many ailments including consumption, coughs, colds, malaria, and stomach problems. It claims tissue restoration, vitality for all ages, and urges readers to obtain a large bottle for $1 with free medical guidance.

Rear Admiral Badger Sails Atlantic Fleet in 18 Hours

Secretary Daniels lauded the rapid mobilization as Rear Admiral Badger ordered the Atlantic fleet to sail for Tampico. The Arkansas led a 18 hour readiness timeline with masts cracking as the fleet departed Hampton Roads, joining sister ships en route to Mexico to reinforce American naval forces.

Badger Washington, D. C Daniels Atlantic Tampico Mexico Hampton Roads Arkansas Admiral Badger

Moves On Guadalajara General Obregon Drives to Jalisco

General Obregon with several thousand Constitutionalist troops from southern Sonora has begun an expedition toward Guadalajara in Jalisco to capture the second city of Mexico. As he advances from the west coast into the state, it is believed the last Federals will be driven out.

Obregon State of Jalisco Chihuahua Mex Sonora Guadalajara Jalisco Mexico

Do You Suspect Your Kidneys A Warners ad claims remedy

Do You Suspect Your Kidneys presents symptoms of kidney trouble such as weakness and low mood. It touts Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Remedy as effective, sharing a testimonial from G. Rose of Burtonville and offering samples and ordering details from Fate Reme 337, Rochester, N.

Bright Warners Warner Warner's

Villa Leaders Drive Pursuit After San Pedro Retreat

Report from General Angeles to General Carranza says the Federal retreat from San Pedro was a disorderly rout. General Villa directs the pursuit from San Pedro as the Torreon district is cleared and Villa can join the campaign just begun by Obregon.

Torreon Villa Obregon Angeles Carranza San Pedro

Soldiers guard trenches near Nuevo Laredo clash

A 1200 strong Constitutionalists group camped near Camaron, 40 miles from Nuevo Laredo. The Federal commander sent out a scouting party and the garrison ordered into trenches in anticipation of an early attack. Residents are preparing for possible shelling.

Laredo Tex Camaron Nuevo Laredo

Mellen Would Take Place If Offered

New Haven April 17 Charles S Mellen former president of the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad would be honored if chosen to head the Federated Railway Employes a 2 000 000 strong union to be formed in Boston on April 26 He said leading the federation would be the greatest honor he could imagine and would rather be its head than president of the United States He urged labor to exercise power prudently be fair and steadfast and offered to help when called ready to lead or advise if needed

New Haven Mellen United States

Lumbermen Conclude Convention With Merriment in San Antonio

The twenty eighth annual Lumbermen's Association of Texas session closed with festive events at the St. Anthony Hotel roof and ballroom. A Hoo-Hoo program led by J L Watson entertained plus a violin solo, songs by Ruby May Wood, and a monologue by Joe Walsh. Twenty five kittens joined the initiation rites. Many attendees extended their stay for Fiesta while praising the convention's business and entertainment.

Lumbermen's Association of Texas St. Anthony Hotel San Antonio Senor Hernandez Ruby May Wood Joe Walsh J. L. Watson Order J. H. Walker Weimar H. B. Wood Brenham C. J. Garbage Shiner Victor Ehr

Astor Huntington Wedding Sets For April 30

New York April 17 postponement rumors end as Vincent Astor and Miss Helen Dinsmore Huntington announce plans for their wedding on April 30 despite Mr Astor illness. The Huntington home today stated the ceremony will proceed and a delay may still be needed if conditions change.

Vincent Astor Helen Dinsmore Huntington Astor Huntington Country Home

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