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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1913
Page
26
A reader from Bissell Alabama describes severe hemorrhoid pain and bleeding, tried many cures, then used Cuticura Soap and Ointment. After bath and ointment, symptoms subsided and full recovery occurred in three weeks. Sample requests offered by mail.
The Supreme Court held that agreements between publishers and normal book sellers to refuse low price sales to the public violate the Sherman anti trust law. Justice Day announced the decision in the case brought by R. H. Macy & Co. against the American Publishers' Association and other major publishers and dealers.
Rev. W. J. Jones aged 82 a Christian minister and Travis county pioneer died at his son’s East Twelfth street home. He retired years ago and his body was sent to Wa o for burial. He leaves seven children and was widely known across Texas.
A vintage health pamphlet urges parents to check a child's tongue for coating and use California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative. It promises relief from constipation and related symptoms within hours and warns to demand the genuine product from the California Fig Syrup Company to avoid counterfeits.
City council opened twelve bids for paving East Commerce street with materials ranging from creosoted pine blocks to sheet asphalt and rock asphalt. Bids, read by the clerk, show prices $1.60 to $3.50 per square yard, with tabulation by City Engineer Helland to be reviewed at Thursday adjourned session.
An old advertisement touts St Jacobs Oil as a harmless cure for rheumatism and related pains. It claims immediate relief from tender spots and promotes a small trial bottle from any drug store. The copy targets rheumatic pain, sciatica, neuralgia, lumbago, backache, sprains and swelling.
Alderman Lambert introduced first reading of an ordinance to regulate weight of water pipe connected to mains. Complaint cited rust and water waste from light pipes and frequent street excavations. The meeting also approved two appropriations: 342.45 to Woods Printing for 100 bond record copies and 208.65 for expressage on 500000 dollars of bonds sent to Chicago.
R D Parker chief engineer and W E Fitzgerald auditor of the railroad commission return from Quanah where they inspected the Quanah Acme and Pacific railway extending 83 miles to Roaring Springs and noting a just completed Paducah to Roaring Springs section. They plan further bonds and a valuation and will tour the Artesian Belt railway to prepare an application to issue bonds.
Winston Spencer Churchill first lord of the admiralty has become a competent aviator after recent lessons at naval flying depots. On Saturday he flew a dual control biplane with Captain Lushington reaching 500 feet in a strong wind for about 45 minutes before Lushington landed the machine.
Five car loads of carnival floats and materials arrived in Austin to adorn the celebration marking the completion of the dam on the Colorado River. The floats, from New Orleans and identical to Mardi Gras entries, will form an imposing pageant for the event.
The American Institute of Architects opened its three day convention in New Orleans with Walter Cook of New York presiding. Reports from committees and the retiring president's annual address dominated the program. Officers' candidates for Wednesday election will be chosen before adjournment.
The Rotary Club of San Antonio adds several new numbers to the Olio portion of its minstrel show to be staged at the Grand Opera House on December 8 and 9. Songwriters Miller and Richmond arrive from a national tour and will perform, bringing hits like Peg O My Heart and Kiss Me Goodnight. Local acts include Own, Harris and Brown with Just a Laugh That’s All, a harp number by D. H. Hunter, a talking skit by Ramer and Wilson, and a monologue by Joe Walsh.
Waco Texas saw a population increase of 5502 since the last issue, bringing the 1913 14 directory total to 41 075 residents.
An old ad promises rapid relief from indigestion, heartburn and gas with Pape's Diapepsin. It claims quick regulation of upset stomachs, harmless effects, and urges readers to keep a fifty cent case at home for family use.
The grand jury reported to Judge W.S. Anderson on Monday handing down ten bills of indictment. Only two were publicized with no arrests in the others. One charges Julian Lopez with murder for causing a woman's death by severe blows. The other accuses J. H. Sipple of an attempted statutory offense.
A bold exhortation urges readers to demand top quality. The line emphasizes perseverance and assertiveness as keys to receiving superior value.
Howard Elliott met with Attorney General McReynolds and aides to discuss voluntary reorganization plans for the New Haven railroad. The talks, the third at the Department of Justice, hinge on whether proposals meet approval or if the case proceeds under antitrust action. A stockholders meeting for Artesian Belt Railroad is called for January 31 1914 to vote on bond authorization and charter amendments.
Natchez tribe in Natchez hosts a Monday night reception for W G Syres of Austin great sachem of the Red Men of Texas on a fraternal visit. The program included addresses musical numbers and refreshments followed by a talk on Fraternalism by Mr Syres.
The event introduced by former City Attorney Joseph Ryan featured the aims and objects of the order. Women members of Minnehaha Council No 1 Degree of Pocahontas joined the reception. After the program, a dance followed.
Assistant Postmaster Fuller reports a Christmas stamp rush with a Saturday sale of 2000 dollars. Parcel post traffic contributes to the surge, marking its first season of operation and surpassing prior Christmas totals.
Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor accepted on behalf of the Federation a building site for a 1915 labor exhibit. The structure will house the exhibit organized by 120 international unions affiliated with the Federation.
A blowout in Lone Star Gas Company's 16 inch main at Hurst twelve miles east of Fort Worth caused Dallas gas service to be shut off this morning. Emergency repair crews were sent to Hurst and officials said Dallas gas supply would resume at noon.
Mrs. Mary A. Dean of Taunton Massachusetts reports relief from bladder weakness stiffness in joints and rheumatic pains after using Foley Kidney Pills Advise seeking medical guidance for kidney trouble and refer to Fischer's Drug Store.
An army of 2800 visitors canvassed San Antonio for three weeks, visiting every home between 2 and 4 pm on Tuesday. Invitations were left to attend the church or synagogue of choice, with cards recording name, residence, and faith. Ecards will be sent to each denomination, aiming to improve the city’s religious life without publishing results.
A vintage advertisement touts HOT SPRINGS LIVER BUTTONS to purify blood boost appetite and restore energy. Claims relief from headache nervousness sleeplessness and dizziness with a week of use and targets women and elderly people. Free sample offered by Hot Springs Chemical Co Arkansas.
A historic advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm for instant relief from blocked nose, head congestion, and catarrh. It claims the remedy clears air passages, stops discharges, and ends head cold misery by morning, urging readers to buy a small bottle at any drug store.
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