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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1917
Page
11
Detretive Captain Caruthers leads an inquiry into a high profile auto theft ring. Two white men were arrested while armed with pistols and extra ammo. Police found stolen auto numbers and state seals on their clothing and gear. Fingerprints distributed statewide as investigators map the suspects’ southbound theft route.
A beaver that escaped from Brackenridge Park Zoo over two months ago was recaptured near the Grackett Street bridge. A volunteer crew chased the animal and Tony Almos was bitten on the hand while attempting to seize it. The beaver was placed in a sack and returned to its pen at the zoo.
A Texas man recounts eight years of severe stomach pain gas and swelling. After trying many medicines he began Tanlac and felt relief within days. He reports improved appetite and no pain after completing two bottles. Tanlac sold in San Antonio by Wagner's Drug Store and Meier's Pharmacy.
A jumble of notices describes Richter's Special Coffee Cake on sale via street vendors tomorrow as part of Adv. promotions. Meanwhile Willett's Orchestra headlines the Turner Hall Saturday night with Ladies free, a festive program and various ads for jewelry, loans, and local services sprinkled throughout the page.
Under franchise terms the railway company agreed last year to haul city garbage free for ten years. At Friday’s conference Commissioner Lambert will present refined plans for a garbage incinerator at the Salado Creek site on land recently purchased. Jewelry from Brackenridge and Koehler Parks, including two gold signet rings two gold stickpins a child’s necklace and a child’s purse, is held in Lambert’s office awaiting formaI disposition. Mayor Hunting Trip: Mayor is away for three days after Thursday night departure. during his absence and Lambert’s, Commissioner Heuerman will act as mayor.
CN Wuest of the Traveler's Motel arranged a special present by inviting The Light to send a year’s subscription to a soldier in France. The offer aims to keep troops connected with home in South West Texas while supporting the home paper’s reach. The breakdown covers postage and eligibility for soldiers abroad and indicates staff will compile a list of San Antonio soldiers to receive the gift.
Donations of money clothing and groceries pour in as the Christmas Cheer Association begins its annual effort to assist San Antonio's needy. The drive opened Friday with Kita 360 collected and expect totals to reach hundreds, aided by Soldiers' Hero committee clothing donations. The annual effort seeks widespread community support this Christmas season.
The article notes new shoulder insignia for lieutenants including gold bars and brown braids, replacing older black braid for some ranks. It describes department reception of these designs and mentions the broader adoption by second lieutenants, with references to hospital boats and foreign tents as context.
A large meeting is planned with over one hundred members attending. Speakers include J. J. Sprague and Harry Mertzberg discussing topics from best sellers to discussion methods. The event, hosted by Gunter Tarrel, features lively demonstrations and practical talks.
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