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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1916
Page
2
Members of the Southwest Texas Press Association attend a Made-in-San Antonio luncheon at Moosehall as part of a three day convention. Temporary officers were elected to lead reorganized association activities with Charles M Barnes as president and George P. Armistead as secretary.
Governor James E. Ferguson and staff viewed a civic parade in San Antonio showcasing exhibitors from the Manufacturers' Club and local businesses. Judging for prizes balanced advertising impact and decorative appeal, with winners including Alamo Iron Works, Finch Cigars, Pioneer Flour Mills, and Lange Soap Company among others.
A Buffalo man asserts Plant Juice cured his stomach fermentation bloating and night restlessness after a year of doctoring with no relief. He reports full recovery and recommends the herbal tonic, noting he can eat freely and sleep well. Sold at Fischer's Drug Store in San Antonio.
Staacke Bros displayed thirteen Cadillacs in a civic and trades parade illustration. Cars ranged from the first one cylinder model to the eight cylinder. Cadillacs from 1904 to 1918 were shown including several 1916 models like five and seven passenger, coupe and sedan. George A. Marsh organized the display for Staacke Bros. Company.
Comptroller H B Terrell announced twelve social clubs have voluntarily closed in San Antonio following a department probe conducted with Sheriff Tobin. He warned more clubs remain, offering voluntary closure or department closures, as he plans a broader campaign. All events are reported from Austin with reference to the San Antonio situation.
Mrs. Martha A. Corbin of Laurel writes she suffered persistent side pain headaches dizziness and swelling before using Cardui. After half a bottle she felt improvement and after two bottles she was well enough to stop. She calls Cardui the grandest medicine for women and notes it is sold by all druggists.
The Flower Parade reached its peak as stores, restaurants, and hotels saw strong business. The Light Printers' Band directed by Sid Murray drew applause, with members from The San Antonio Light composing room performing on parades and plazas.
The S S V parade revives the Antiques and Horribles burlesque idea with carnival flair. Seven divisions marshal by J K Sprague and Gabe Cazell lead 28 floats 45 cars and 1000 marchers along Avenue and cross streets at 8 PM.
Three new entries debated the show as a West Texas cowboy sold two caged baby coyotes amid crowds of about 3500. Dr J E DeMund judged. awards began with prizes for breeds including Bloodhounds, Great Danes and Pointers, with numerous cups, merchandise and piano credits awarded to top dogs across many classes.
Swiss authorities express strong indignation after a German aeroplane flew over Swiss territory near Porentruy marking a thirteenth such incident. The Bund calls for more than regret while Journal de Geneve notes repeated violations despite a German ministerial pledge last August.
The event on Saturday is labeled Society Day and aims for the biggest gate receipts. Dach. VU. 8. A., owned by Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Nutt, is noted among entries. Officials anticipate many society ladies visiting and many fine dogs may be sold on the day.
Reports from the border describe a tense scene as General Obregon heads to Juarez for negotiations with Villa factions. Washington awaits the outcome while troop movements continue and new high power aeroplanes head to Columbus to support operations in Mexico.
Major Generals Hugh L. Scott chief of staff and Frederick Funston commander of the Southern Department arrive in El Paso Friday night to confer with Mexican War Minister Obregon about the North Mexican occupation and related situation.
Official dispatches describe raids and artillery exchanges along the British front including a successful Beffordshire regiment raid near Carney and German incursions at Frelinghein repulsed. Artillery activity is noted at La Boiselle Hebuterne Morthy au Bois Neuville Saint Vaast Armentieres and St Eloi.
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