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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1917
Page
4
The Camp Travis sewer award is held as planners authorize a huge trash burner to speed work on a hospital unit. City requirements and installations in San Antonio delay completion of the pumping plant to exhaust sewage from Camp Travis beyond Saturday.
Discovery of Calotabs replaces traditional calomel tablets. The new purer form is said to treat biliousness constipation and indigestion without taste griping or nausea. Sold in sealed packages at 35 cents for twenty doses with a druggist guarantee of satisfaction.
Stone & Webster officials report sewer system use soon with added installations to prevent overflow. An incinerator authorization was given for the cantonment to handle all trash, while hospital unit foundations and labor for ranges, laundry, bakery and army YMC A building surge ahead. Major General Allen reviews work as Col. Leary is named camp commander.
Washington August 24. Tests of the first standardized United States airplane motor built under the aircraft production board indicate American fighting machines may be ready for service in France early next year. Three motor types will be produced for Army service: fast air duel and observation screening craft, daylight bombers, and slower night bombers with greater payloads. The motor emphasizes durability and reliability with high power-to-weight, not peak speed.
Texas faces extreme drought levels this year, with many counties reporting the worst conditions in a quarter century. The State Department of Agriculture compiles data from county sources as of August 20, noting a scattered rainfall pattern and distressed farming communities amid lingering dryness.
Three Texas counties filed lists of alleged slackers with the district board in Fort Worth. The men failed to appear for physical examinations after formal notice and the board will certify the names to the government for army service. Appeals are being considered.
Mrs G A Andrews of El Paso Texas long bedridden with rheumatism kidney troubles and swelling says Tanlac improved her condition after three bottles She reports better sleep appetite restored energy and able to sign her name again Tanlac sold in San Antonio by Wagner's Drug Co and Meier's Pharmacy under Tanlac representative supervision.
The district board has temporarily discontinued its prior activities to devote all efforts toward ensuring counties receive their correct quota for the first increment of the new army.
A City Club luncheon featured J A Stevenson discuss Power Plus and efficiency in business. Ralph Hugo acted as toastmaster with talks by P L King George Wroten Peter Hoefgen Dan Dunham and Captain Jack Burke. O G We Can Increase Your Business Let us tell you how. Dulling Printing Company Cr 8338 Adyv.
Willett's orchestra to play at Turner Hall Saturday night. Dance event admission fifty cents for gentlemen and free for ladies. Bring friends and enjoy the evening.
Advertises modern bath parlors in Texas claiming best equipment quick service and moderate prices with a trial promised to convince readers of superior treatment.
The Soledad Natatorium offers a cooling retreat with public swimming sessions. Ady notes the facility as a preferred option to beat heat and enjoy aquatic recreation.
Thirty one frame houses between Camp Travis and the infantry post, recently bought by the government, sold Thursday for a total of 4516 pounds. New owners plan moving the houses to another site. An additional thirty eight houses will be offered soon.
The largest attendance on record will be broken Sunday night at West and Lakes when a celebrated interpretation of the famous Hawaiian dances is presented to the public. Gentlemen of the army are cordially invited to attend.
An advertisement notes Sunday night dancing at West End Lake as the coolest place for refined amusements and mentions Jeffrey cars for hire with contact Cr. 993.
A brief notice announces Coulon’s special six piece orchestra performing at the Soledad to accompany dancing tomorrow at all grocers.
Local loan shop at 112 E Houston St advertises collateral loans and bargains in diamonds and watches offering quick appraisal and fair terms.
Two suits for condemnation of property near Wilson and Hood Streets were filed in the county court on Thursday under United States government authority. Defendants are Fritz Schnell, Mrs. Elsie Plocher, John Falvey, and Dr. John B. Holt. Most land in the purchase was acquired under options held for over a year by a citizens committee.
Friday evening event at West End Lake Pavilion features Willett's famous five piece orchestra with admission set at 25 cents.
Advertisement touts a businessman style bank service with round the clock access and night and day operation. Features a bold claim to nonstop availability and partnership with customers in a promotional voice.
We buy or take in trade your old gold silver diamonds and old coins. Alamo Jewelry Co. 315 Alamo Plaza.
The Soledad will hold a Labor Day dance on the city’s only union dance floor in San Antonio, advertised as a special event.
The trial of W. R. Wallace, one of three men charged with the murder of John Massey, began Friday morning in Seventy Third district court before Judge J. T. Slader. Massey was assaulted June 30, 1915, and died about ten days later. Facts show Massey had multiple injuries and died after a lengthy illness.
Mrs Kieso of North Ave Aurora reports seven months of severe female trouble with back and side pains and nervousness. After six bottles of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she regained health and can do housework. The Pinkham Company notes many testimonials and invites letters for free confidential advice from women nationwide.
A dispute with the defendant and his two sons over a grocery bill in a pool room on Burleson street near Massey’s store escalated to federal authorities. Separately, eight motorists were fined ten dollars for speeding by motorcycle police. five others faced fines from two to ten dollars for careless driving with glaring headlights or open exhausts.
A Bar Plumbing Co announces Travis 4809 Jeffrey Cars available at 2.00 per hour. Credit 101 notation notes F. P. Herff has departed the city and will return around October 7. Adv.
The 2500 union men in the Labor Day parade will wear red white and blue neckties as a patriotic tribute. Bids were invited for the neckties, and John Williams of San Antonio won the contract two weeks ago and has them ready.
An advertisement touts Imperial Turkish Bath Parlors offering Turkish, Russian, Roman tub and shower experiences along with pool baths. The copy market targets patrons seeking spa style cleansing and relaxation amenities at a private facility.
Horace F. Wilson attorney located at 507 508 State Bank Building Cr. 8281 advertises legal services and contact number.
Police reported two thefts on Thursday evening. Mrs. Rosala Ortiz of 2299 Sherman Street left a purse containing 80 in gold on a downtown store counter. it was later found missing. At 201 Loretta Street, the home of W. T. Gags was entered while occupants were away, a pistol was stolen after a screen was cut.
Riebe's Jewelry Store at 306 Main Ave is described as a location a block from high prices in the readable text. The notice emphasizes the store's address and its business on Main Avenue.
A Labor Day event invites crowds to the Soledad union dance hall, billed as the city’s only union venue for the celebration.
H Barrera of 1619 Austin street was struck by a car while crossing East Commerce Street in the 400 block. The injuries were not serious and no arrests were reported as the accident was deemed unavoidable.
Sunset concert dance event at West End Lake Saturday night with admission 50 cents. ladies admitted free.
Pr Lankford has returned from a vacation at Gibbs Building with a brief advance notice.
A white woman was arrested by Captain Blount Sergeant McDonald and Police Captain Brown during a raid on a West Houston street house within five miles of a military camp. She was held in the city jail until Friday forenoon and then.
Fire salvage sale lists groceries with pork and beans 60c per dozen oysters 7 5c per dozen lye 50c per dozen 110c size and everything about half price at 108 Soledad Street Adv.
A string of Army personnel reallocations lists Captain Alvin G. Cutensohn and others reassigned to universities and camps. Colonels and lieutenants shift to homes or posts including Fort Worth Waco Houston Camp Travis and Chickamauga as chiefs of staff and task duties across multiple divisions and regiments.
A long list details transfers of dozens of officers and soldiers among infantry units and artillery, with many named personnel and their new postings. From Washington and Fort Leavenworth to Camp MacArthur Camp Travis Camp Logan and others, the notes show reassignments for officers, engineers, and medical reserves.
A Scot and an American on a Scotch mountain boast over echoes. The Scot claims dominance after the echo lasts four minutes. The Yankee retorts by exposing a louder echo trick from bed with the wake up call eight hours later.
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