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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1912

Page

2

Judges 10 supervise merger dissolution action may depend on terminal case

Washington December 3 Designation of judges to supervise the dissolution of the Union Pacific merger may hinge on the disposition of the St Louis terminal case now before the court Four judges were summoned in both matters under the expedition act and the Supreme Court remanded the suits to the circuit court for enforcement A test decision is sought from the high court on who should enforce the decree and whether the four circuit judges should be called in again

St. Louis Supreme Court Circuit Court

Poslam Promises Rapid Skin Relief and Soap Campaign

Hyperbolic ad claims Poslam cures all skin diseases with instant itch relief and continual healing. Highlights Poslam Soap for skin protection and dandruff shampoo, lists prices, and urges free samples from Emergency Laboratories in New York City.

W. C. Burns & Co H. L. Wagner West 25Th Street New York City

PARISIAN SAGE hair grower ad claims full scalp cure

An advertisement promotes PARISIAN SAGE as a hair growth and dandruff solution. It guarantees banishing dandruff stopping hair loss and itching with a 50 cent bottle, promising full satisfaction or money back, sold at Sommers McElroy's Four Drug Stores and other dealers.

Sommers- McElroy’s

Oil lamps trim as Guatemalan town loses electric plant

In San Francisco on December 3 a note says the electric light plant serving Ocos Guatemala will depart. A Kosmos line steamer struck shoal water years ago near Ocos. a Guatemalan wired ashore to power the ship’s dynamo. A Philadelphia salvage firm has refloated the vessel and lamps are expected to become common again.

San Francisco Cal Ocos Guatemala Kosmos Line Philadelphia

Russian thistle spreads in Panhandle Texas claims

Russian thistle, a four weed more injurious than Johnson grass, is rapidly spreading across the Panhandle region of Texas. J. W. Neill, director of farmers institutes in the department of agriculture, says over 60 counties are affected and the spread is about 75 miles per year.

Austin Tex Panhandle Texas J. W. Neill Farmers’ Institutes Department of Agriculture

Cornerstone Laid for $90,000 Federal Building in Del Rio

The cornerstone of the $90,000 federal building was laid last evening in Del Rio Texas. The Elks lodge conducted the ceremony with Judge W C Douglas of Eagle Pass delivering the principal address and District Attorney George M Thurmond also speaking.

Northwestern Coach Hammett Resigns as Athletics Director

Chicago December 3 Northwestern University coach Charles F. E. Hammett has resigned as director of athletics to President Harris. The voluntary resignation will take effect in June.

Northwestern Chicago Charles FE. Hammett Northwestern University Harris Hammett

Eckmans Alterative Proven Helpful in Tuberculosis Cases

The Eckmans Alterative is claimed to aid tuberculosis treatment nationwide with patient improvements. A testimonial from Jos Grimmer details his mother in law Anna Govert recovering from pneumonia to a stronger, heavier state after using the product. Eckman Laboratory promotes the remedy for bronchitis asthma hay fever throat and lung issues and offers a booklet and contact information.

Eckman Govert Griffith Ind Anna Govert Wm. Berg St. Michael’s Church Shoreville Rev. Wm. Berg Jos. Grimmer A. M. Fischer Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia

Taft Praises Diplomacy and Open Door in China Policy

President Taft highlights U S diplomacy on the west coast of South America and Nicaragua noting relief of ill feeling with Colombia. He praises China policy encouraging American capital to aid reforms and an open door while urging a voice in loans and developments.

Sion South America United States Colombia China Taft Nicaragua Department of State Senate Central America Honduras Panama Canal

Clark Hosts Luncheon In Capitol Private Dining Room

Speaker Champ Clark presides over private luncheons in his capitol dining room as the Sixty second congress nears its end. Notable guests include former Speaker Cannon, Rep Mann, Rep Underwood, Gov elects Cox of Ohio and Sulzer of New York, with Mrs. Clark and daughter Genevieve often assisting.

Washington, D. C Champ Clark Capitol Cannon Representative Mann Representative Underwood Cox Ohio Sulzer New York Clark Genevieve

Burgess Seeks Joint Resolution on Philippine Treaty Neutralization

Representative Burgess reintroduces a joint resolution authorizing the president to weigh a treaty with Europe for the neutralization of the Philippine Islands and to protect an independent government there when established. Also notes Ashhurst’s life described from lumberjack to senator and references his congressional directory biography.

Burgess Washington, D. C Texas Europe Philippine Islands Ashhurst Congressional Arizona

How to Cure Rheumatism Prominent Doctor's Prescription

An old prospectus-like ad touts a home remedy for rheumatism using Toris compound and syrup of sarsaparilla mixed with whiskey. It claims quick cures and urges insisting on the genuine product from a druggist, noting rapid availability. Also mentions foot care with Calocide for sore feet and related conditions.

Men of All Walks of Life in Congress Highlighted

A profile features diverse lawmakers from various backgrounds shaping policy in Congress. It notes their distinct paths to public service, including veterans, educators, labor leaders, and community organizers, underscoring broad representation.

Congress

Two New Senators Sworn In and Broussard Credentials Presented

William P. Jackson of Maryland and Kirtland I. Perky of Idaho were sworn in as senators succeeding the late Isidor Rayner and Welden B. Hepburn. Robert F. Broussard of Louisiana presented credentials as representative elected senator for the term starting in 1915.

Washington, D. C William P. Jackson Maryland Isidor Rayner Kirtland I. Perky Idaho Welden B. Hepburn Senate Robert F. Broussard Louisiana

Notable Arrivals At San Antonio Hotels From Dallas To Mexico City

A long list of visitors checks into San Antonio hotels including R L Dainwood of Dallas at the Menger, J F Waldrope and family of Llano at the Crockett, E Coursey of Ludlow Ky at the Bowie, and Charles Heard of Houston at the St Anthony. Others include J M Witt of Waco at the Menger, J H Shelley of Dallas at the Menger, and J E Clemons of Devine at the Bexar with many more travelers and business visitors from Texas and Mexico listed at various hotels.

R. L. Dainwood Dallas Menger J. F. Waldrope Llano Tex Crockett. Co E. Coursey Ludlow Bowie Charles M. Heard Houston St. Anthony W. A. Forest City Bexar H. C. Webb Gunter Hotel T. G. Patterson San Luis Potosi Mexico Savoy Hotel J. M. Witt Waco Thomas T. Wingler Crockett Karl Court Fort Worth Bowie Hotel B. Ly. Kauffmann R. F. Wright Bexar Hotel R. F. Flick Charles Grunder Cuero JL. Morris Stockdale Savoy J. H. Shelley William D. Gibson Mexico City San Antonio Crockett Hotel J. C. Shannon Charlotte Aaron Laskin J. E. Clemons Devine A. J. McQuarters H. H. Field Lockhart Carl Maenkin Liberty Hill J. W. Nail W. Thornton Wallace Kelly The Kerrville W. ©. Dillard Louisville & Nashville William Dunn Wacola Dol. Chafin la Pryor Gunter J. L. Manning Fentriss W. van Sickle Alpine Menger Hotel T. Lulett Brownsville J. R. Rupard Jr LD. R. Melvon Lytle George Sanford

Birth Notices For Local Parents Across City

To Mr and Mrs Walter L Snow a boy born November 27 415 Howard Street. To Mr and Mrs Cliff C Mitchell a boy born November 26 525 Zavala Street. To Mr and Mrs J Flores a girl born December 1 104 West Commerce Street. To Mr and Mrs J Chavarria a girl born December 1 946 Ruiz Street. To Mr and Mrs T Pedrotti a girl born November 24 536 McKinley Avenue. To Mr and Mrs Joe Abdo a boy born November 15 301 Leona Street. To Mr and Mrs A Nowotny a girl born October 20 River Avenue.

Walter L. Snow Howard Street Cliff C. Mitchell Zavala Street J. Flores West Commerce Street J. Chavarria Ruiz Street T. Pedrotti McKinley Avenue Joe Abdo Leona Street A. Nowotny River Avenue

Socialists Report Campaign Deficit After Donations

The national committee of the Socialist Party filed its campaign contributions report in the House yesterday showing total contributions of 23509 and a deficit of 12016.

Washington, D. C National Committee of the Socialist Party House

Senate Moves to Repeal Publicity Law and Aid Rail Rates

Senate action includes Senator McCumber pushing repeal of the newspaper publicity act and the impeachment trial of Judge Archbald proceeds. Taft calls for nonpartisan foreign policy while Penrose floats a one cent postage bill and a pension for former presidents looms. Levy proposes depositing 50 million in banks to ease money demand as discussions on Adamson valuation of railroads begin. Now is the time to select that carriage robe from Woodward Carriage Co.

Senate McCumber Taft Robert Dollar San Francisco Commerce Committee William P. Jackson Maryland Army Robert W. Archbald Crawford The Claims Committee House Adamson Levy Secretary of the Treasury Woodward Carriage Co

Equal Franchise Luncheon at St Anthony Hotel

The second luncheon of the Equal Franchise society is set for Saturday at 12 at the St Anthony hotel. Guest of honor is Mrs Hortense Ward of Houston who will speak to the Woman's Club on The Legal Status of Married Women in Texas. Reservations may be made by Friday night via Mrs William L Dunne. Also visiting are A Beermann of Moscow and R W Frehmann of Teplitz staying at the St Anthony.

Equal Franchise Equal Franchise Society St. Anthony Hortense Ward Houston Woman's Club Texas William L. Dunne Old Telephone

Sirolin praised by patient for lung remedy results

Geo W W Sunday of Ft Bayard New Mexico testimonies to Sirolin treating lung illness. He claims no pain in lungs easy expectoration no night cough good sleep appetite improved long breaths and general health. The letter cites endorsements from specialists and lists New York City Sirolin Company and several drugstores as information sources.

Geo. W.W. Sunday Ft. Bayard, N. M Sirolin Company West Broadway New York City Junkind’s Avenue C Wagner's East Houston Street Lee

Local Property Listings Include Several Dwellings and a Store

A condensed catalog lists Otto Zerkel owning a two room house on East Commerce street for 400 dollars, Joe Bonner’s store building on South Flores street for 450 dollars, L. W. Lamar adding a street Main avenue for 1600 dollars, Co. A. Esterquest six room dwelling on Fe lisa street for 2000 dollars, plus stove wood offered as cheap. Phone 6059.

Otto Zerkel East Commerce Street Joe Bonner South Flores Street L. W. Lamar Main Avenue Co. A. Esterquest Felisa Street

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Cinderella Alamo Plaza St. Sn Union Pacific Blackburns Asc Washington Great Britain America Colorado River Imperial Valley Liberia San Domingan Cuba Harry Henson Linton P. E. Corral E. Avila San. Pedro Coahuila Mex St. Anthony Hotel W. A. Patrick Marlin John Williams E. Houston St. Maverick Hotel Thos. Goggan & Bros. Chickering Emerson Haines Bros Goggan Pianos Houston and Navarro Streets Chickering Emerson Angelus Apollo and Goggan A. Beermann Moscow Russia R. W. Frehmann Teplitz Austria Sirolin Williams Doyle-Bridger Optical Company Commerce Street Prosar Aaa Hicks Building
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