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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1917

Page

7

Joffre Urges Sending Americans to France

Marshal Joffre told Washington correspondents that France hopes the U S flag will soon fly on fighting lines. He advised sending unit by unit to France, not a full American army, and praised American officers and women while noting transport and training challenges.

Washington, D. C Marshal Joffre People of America Washington France United States Marne George Washington Mount Vernon Henry White Emile Hovelaque Mission Joffre Jean Fabry Blue Devil State Department America Germany M. Hovelaque Marshal Replie Ofter Frances War Mission Joffre Bowé War Office England Wilson Rene Viviani Archbishop Ireland Scott General Scott Army Franklin D. Roosevelt Navy Cocheprat Breckinridge Long Fabri

Come-back aid advertised for weak men in Harlem ad

The copy touts Haarlem Olli Gold Medal Capsules as a remedy for overwork and weak health. It claims three capsules daily restore strength from uric acid issues to kidney and stomach ailments. It promises refunds if not effective and advises look for Gold Medal on box.

Haarlem Holland

Musterole Advertises Quick Relief for Croup and More

An old Musterole ad urges mothers to keep a jar for prompt relief from sore throat bronchitis tonsillitis croup and other ailments. It claims the remedy does not blister and benefits adults too including neuralgia headaches sprains and chest colds. notes it may prevent pneumonia.

Cadomene Tablets Earn Praise From Elderly Couple

Letter from Hugh Kelsoe of Muskogee Oklahoma dated September 23 1916 touts Cadomene Tablets as a nerve and system tonic that improved his nervous wife and helped him sleep The testimonial notes the couple feel younger and urges others to write to the proprietors for testimony and includes a stamp for a Health Book Sold by druggists everywhere and promoted as unquestioned merit.

Hugh Kelsoe E. Broadway Muskogee Okla

Bernstorff Defends View on German Americans Criticized

Former German ambassador Count von Bernstorff allegedly disparaged German Americans as outlaws who fled the Fatherland to dodge military service. Senator Phelan of California released a 1913 interview quote claiming the ambassador said Germans in the U S did not matter to Germany and had deserted duty.

Washington, D. C Count von Bernstorff Phelan California von Bernstorff Munich Germany United States Senator Phelan

Post D Travelers' Protective Association Hits 1000 Members

At the Sun day meeting of Post D at the Gunter Hotel the local post announced a 1000 member count, with state totals over 5000. A large delegation will attend the Victoria gathering May 4 and 5, aided by Pullman cars and a special train from North and Central Texas. A shaft dedication at Mission Burial Park honors Homer T. Wilson, longtime chaplain. Autominutes for transport and entertainment were set, and Ed Sachs received a watch and chain from Ed Holland for his long service as secretary.

Post D Travelers’ Protective Association Gunter Hotel Victoria Harry Holt Texas Robertson Mission Burial Park Homer T. Wilson North Texas Ed Sachs Ed Holland

Revival draws Calvary Baptist Church largest crowd

Dr Tupper led a revival at Calvary Baptist Church and attendees said the service marked the largest congregation ever present at the church.

Revival services and baptism drive raise faith attendance

Henry Allen Tupper of New York led a Sunday revival in the city with Pastor W. W. Lee noting many baptismal candidates after the service. Dr. Tupper spoke at Camp Wilson, delivering sermons and four meetings. Rev. Lee said over a hundred publicly professed faith across the day.

Henry Allen Tupper New Yor W. W. Lee Tupper Camp Wilson Mr. Lee

Luling Hosts Meeting on Food Crops and Canning Club

County Demonstration Agent J. G. Drake and Mrs. Cara Martindale spoke to a large crowd at the Luling Commercial Club. A canning club was organized by visiting ladies with a large membership and Caldwell County plans to preserve substantial quantities from home gardens.

Luling Tex J. G. Drake Cara Martindale Luling Commercial Club Caldwell County

Woman’s cure tale praises Lydia E Pinkham remedy

Mrs Augustus Baughman of Enchant Pa describes crying spells and weak health from female troubles and nervous feelings. After trying doctors she used Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound and reports regained strength and ability to work. Free confidential advice offered by Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. Lynn Mass.

Lydia E. Pinkham Augustus Baughman Enchant

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