City Attorney says tax department may audit books without ordinance
The city attorney advised that the board of equalization and the tax commissioner have authority to inspect business and private books to reach fair property valuations. An ordinance is unnecessary. Audits could be ordered if owners refuse access, with contempt fines for noncooperation. The board plans a full revaluation and may compel book production.
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It. J. McMillan
Andres Coy
Board of Equalization
Tax Department
McMillan
Commissioner of Taxation
Tang Ton
Texas Doctor Endorses Tanlac as Reconstructive Ton ic
Prominent Dr J W Sandlin of Humbie Texas writes Tanlac is a wonderful reconstructive tonic and best for patients recovering from Spanish influenza. He notes treating about fourteen hundred cases and endorses Tanlac as superior to other remedies for rebuilding strength and appetite. The letter stresses influenza lingering risk and Tanlac as a body builder aiding natural functions.
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Texas
J W. Sandlin
Tanlac
J. W. Sandlin
Sandlin
Oman
Humbie
Tex
Mersons
Rand
Abe
Returned soldier seeks work despite loss of arm in WWI
A 22 year old Canadian veterans ad in The Light offers to work in any capacity suitable for a one armed man. He lost his left arm in France after eighteen months of service and is seeking health and livelihood in San Antonio with free posting of his appeal. The notice notes his high school education and prior postal work, and that The Light will publish such ads free of charge.
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New York
New York State
France
The
Light
J. H. Stein
England
Belgium
Ste. Eloi
United States
Great Britain
Canada
Michigan
Middle West
Windx
San Antonio
Lemon juice blends for skin whitening lotion
A vintage ad-style recipe claims two lemons and Orchard White create a cheap, fragrant facial lotion. It promises to erase tan and sun damage while whitening the skin by daily massaging on face and neck. The copy notes lemons and Orchard White are widely available from grocers and druggists.
Advice on handling Spanish influenza with home remedies and tonics
A historical remedy guide urges calm avoidance of panic and crowds, recommends fresh air and the three Cs Clean Mouth Clean Skin and Clean Bowels using a May-apple laxative, and mentions Anuric Tablets and a hot lemonade regimen. It favors bed rest warm rooms simple foods and aftercare with iron tonics like Frantic tablets or Dr Pierce Golden Medical Discovery.
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Dr. Pierce
Divided opinions on the Presidents address noted in Washington
Washington December 3. Lawmakers react to the Presidents address with mixed views. Democratic leaders praise the speech while Republican leaders critique its railroad emphasis and lack of a clear reconstruction program or peace policy.
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Washington, D. C
Capitol
Martin
Lodge
Hitchcock
Foreign Relations Committee
House
Kitchin
North Carolina
Mann
Iinois
Congress
Clark
Longworth
Ohio
Congris
Reed
Missouri
Kahn
California
Senator Walsh
Montana
Calder
New York
Hippe
Jolson
Delays Proposed for Mooney Strikes in Labor Plan
Alameda County Central Labor Council adopts resolutions to postpone all strikes for Thomas J. Mooney after his death sentence was commuted to life. A Chicago congress of delegates is proposed for January 14 to urge labor rectification and support for Mooney defense via the International Workers' Defense League. Florida passes bone dry bill targeting transport of alcohol after January 1 with penalties for possession and drunkenness.
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Oakland
Cal
Alameda County Central Labor Counel
Thomas J. Mooney
Stephens
Chicago
Congress of Delegates
International Workers’ Defense League
Mooney
Florida
Tallahasse
Fla
Turner Killed in Action as San Antonio Soldier Named
War Department reports mechanic James W. Turner of San Antonio and member of the First Infantry Sixth Division killed October 1. Casualty lists also name William F. Kerlick of the 360th Infantry and Oscar Jefferson of the Ninth Division, wounded.
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James W. Turner
First Infantry
Chirtye
Netion
War Department
Willian C
William FW. Kerlick
360Th Infantry
Werlick
I. Iwerlick
Vier Nne
Ninetieth
New Braunfels
Oscar Jefferson
Vannie Flowers
Nevada Street
Kidney Trouble Not Easily Recognized
An examining physician notes many insurance applicants are rejected due to hidden kidney disease. The ad promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a herbal remedy, claiming it aids kidney conditions and is sold in two bottle sizes. A sample offer of ten cents is extended with a request to mention The San Antonio Daily Light.
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San Antonio
Wagner's
Den
Stere
Meier
Kilmer
New Seismological Station Planned At Guatemahy Cite
Washington Dec 3 Father Miane A Toutorf director Georgetown University seismological observatory announced the establishment of a branch observatories station at Guatemala Cite chosen for its high sensitivity. The new station is expected to be of high scientific value. 07th Division Demobilized Camp Cody Commander Lindsay said the division had been ordered demobilized leaving base hospital and some units intact. Troops from Minnesota Oklahoma Nebraska New Mexico and other Western states have trained here.
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Gpen Bresch Quike Observatory
Washington, D. C
Np Cody
N. MB
Dee
James KR. Lindsay
Camp Cody
Minnesota
Oklahoma
Nebraska
New Mexico
Baseball spreads as soldiers and English take interest
Soldiers abroad play baseball and spur interest in the sport among locals. The text notes even the English show a willingness to participate during the war, signaling shared enthusiasm and endurance for the game beyond national lines.
Quick Home Remedy for Cough Promises Fast Relief
An article touts a home cough remedy using 21/4 ounces of Pinex in a pint of sugar syrup or honey, claiming rapid relief within 24 hours. It cites Pinex as Norway pine extract, guarantees satisfaction, and warns to ask for 214 ounces of inex with directions.
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Pinex Co
Ft, Wayne, Ind
Baseball ends up in French training aims
The piece notes a cartoon showing a wounded soldier claiming he was just trying to play baseball with the Yankees. It says amateurs in France sparked interest in the American game and that Paris host Amateh’s display led to orders to make baseball part of military training. French officers praise baseball as useful for overall training despite grenades. Taxpaying women gained municipal franchise in Norway in 1901.
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Punch
Yankees
Paris
Notuil
New York Evening Post
Norway
Get Rid of That Persistent Cough With Eckman Alterative
A historical remedy touts Eckman Alterative as a tonic and upbuilder for lingering coughs and throat or lung affections. Sold by druggists or Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia with claims of effectiveness and partions.
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Eckman’s
Eckman Laboratory
Philadelphis
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