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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1915
Page
1
The text markets Vitalitas as a universal remedy for indigestion, biliousness, headaches, hysteria, liver and kidney issues, and several other illnesses. It promises dramatic improvements, including pain relief and general well being, with claims of curing various disorders and offering rapid relief.
A gathering of men will meet at 8 oclock Monday evening in the First Borie room to discuss drawing eloger I the bonds of feRowehin. R T. Hadden, C. Sasne, J. B. Martindale and CD Stalore are named in the attendee list. The program includes a Social Tie and refreshments will be served.
A memorial service for Mrs. Sire Mave Sans Tentes Bates was held Sunday afternoon at the church where delegations from Sunday school women and veterans joined mourners. Rev Arthur Jones led prayers and tributes. Judge Moye Wicks read a veteran’s tribute. Dignitaries praised her selfless church service and enduring spirit amid life’s trials.
The United States warns Austria-Hungary of severing relations if Vienna does not promptly respond to the sinking of the American liner Ancona by its submarine. The note, delivered through the German embassy, accuses the Austrian commander of wanton attack on noncombatants and calls for reparation and an indemnity.
A fragmentary historical wire notes editorials and diplomatic commentary about Austria Germany and the Lusitania case. It references President Wilson and US influence, German actions, submarine warfare and Allied war communications with emphasis on public expectations and government responses.
The body of Daniel Oppenheimer, longtime Sag Antonio civic leader, was laid to rest after his death last Tuesday. A throng attended services at his home, and Rabbi Samuel Marks delivered high praise for his moral character, generosity, and business ability. Attendees traveled from New York and across Texas to honor him. The funeral featured floral tributes and a large memorial gathering.
Local charity drive details emerge as Saul Wolfoon's store pledges a two percent share of revenue for the benevolent fund. Names and plans for designation of funds appear, including a ballot system to determine beneficiaries such as St Joseph's Orphanage and other charities. The initiative follows a year of similar plans and gains community support, with endorsements noted from Al Wenftson and local backers.
A San Antonio led delegation of Southwest Texas hotel men will travel by M T E train at 8:20 to Fort Worth for the state convention. They aim to nominate and back Baker of the Baker Hotel for president of Texas Hotel Men Association. The group plans endorsements to promote a War era hotel policy and a Made in Texas plan. The roster includes managers and representatives from major San Antonio hotels and others across the region.
Alfred Sanner was re elected as president at the meeting in Master Hall on Sunday afternoon. L Lieber was best view president, with Gusset as secretary and ML Munari as treasurer. The secretary’s report praised the organization, and officers announced a six month membership drive. Future meetings will be at the Bexar Hotel, held the second Sunday each month in French, with about 88 members eligible if of French blood or able to speak French.
Advert says 25000 must be subscribed by tomorrow night to seat the parent company in San Antonio. Night meeting at St Anthony Hotel invites public to invest. those with 100 dollars receive equal consideration. Behind it are song men and a chance for small investors to back a promising project. Also notes visits by Joseph Pulitzer Jr and Dave Coddington after hunts near Rockport with Den Frazier. Politzer plans weeks of hunting and fishing in San Antonio area.
Fragments mention Shenith Foe O Athy Cematy Adtae and others in a garbled list. References to building sites, legal matters, and locations in New York and Bali appear distorted. The legible parts suggest a parade of names, places, and affiliations without coherent events or dates.
An advertisement invites readers to join Saint Anthony based company, promising a chance to become a stockholder in a new corporation. The notice emphasizes meeting tonight at Saint Anthony and outlines a sale date and limited opportunity tied to a proposed locomotive manufacturing venture by Southern Pacific.
Harvey Stiles advocates white clover as superior to Bermuda grass for San Antonio climates. Stiles, an expert notticulturist, reports experiments showing white clover remains green in winter and tolerates heat, with minimal shrinkage, promising a year round lawn. A plot at Ale Imo plaza near Horstan street demonstrates the clover's hardiness.
A international style art show will be held at the St Anthony Hotel this week drawing prominent artists from America and Mexico. About 450 works by painters including Mrs. Bogen Price of San Antonio and other noted names will be on display with some pieces for sale. The exhibit opens Thursday with an evening reception and continues through Friday and Saturday evenings.
The Medina dam case against San Antonio Land & Irrigation Co. moved to noon Monday before District Judge Te B Minor. Harry Westbury Preston seeks discharge of the receiver, with C J Buss representing several dam owners contesting the petition. Arguments last week included authorities and quotes. more submissions were planned for Monday at noon.
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