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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1916
Page
2
A British officer with occupying troops warns U S stamp collectors have been duped by a bogus overprint on a German Kamer stamp. Genuine German colonial stamps exist, but the G. R. 1 overprint is false, suggesting widespread fakery in the Unconquered regions.
A vintage ad promises dandruff relief by applying Mandeline bottle to the scalp and massaging with fingertips. It claims most symptoms vanish by morning and complete recovery after two or three applications.
The durable Sage Tea and Sulphur mix, once homemade, is now sold as Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound for about 60 cents a bottle. Aimed at concealing gray hair, it claims to color evenly by morning, adds luster, and may reduce itching and hair loss with regular use.
Expedition members carry government frank seals with overprints C. B. TF and German marks. The text notes initials of the king and titles on the stamp, reflecting amatory expeditionary themes and the tense postal context under protective governance.
The Kansas City Star touts San Antonio climate and beauty in a Q and A reply to a Kansas woman asking about conditions. J B Frawley Union Pacific official visits, staying at the Argyle Hotel on Alamo Heights through April to enjoy the climate.
Mrs J D Powell of Mies Florida writes that Cardui the woman’s tonic restored her strength after years of illness. She describes severe pains and nervous spells, poor appetite, and fatigue but notes improved health, appetite, sleep, and energy to perform housework after taking Cardui. She recommends it to others with similar symptoms.
Superintendent Charles Meek and department heads spoke at a Mothers Association meeting on education goals. They argued for broadening vision, practical schooling, and avoiding nonessential drill in grammar and arithmetic while stressing manual training, art, music, domestic science, and kindergarten work to foster self-control, industry, and appreciation of culture.
A historical ad-like notice touts Dr. Pierce's Anuric Tablets as a life-saving remedy addressing backache kidney sluggishness and urinalysis issues. It claims Anuric dissolves uric acid, cleanses kidneys, stabilizes blood vessels and pressure, and urges readers to obtain a sample and consult a physician. Endorsed by Mason Flint, aged 76, from Dawson Texas.
General Carranza forces publish a manifesto from Oaxaca declaring neutrality until constitutional order is restored. The state hopes to mediate between warring factions and cooperate with Carranza if guarantees to nationals and foreigners are provided. Oaxaca’s governor Manuel Castro Carranza leads a campaign toward capturing a key city by mid February.
Sealed bids due by 7 p m Tuesday February 191s for $400 000 in San Antonio Independent School District bonds bearing 5 percent interest payable semi annually maturing at 40 years with optional after 29 years A $10 000 certified check required with bid and bids subject to rejection by the Board Paul H Scholz business agent
After talks with Commissioner Kearny Mayor Urownhie requires the G H & A railroad to pave ground around the Sunset depot as part of its franchise. The plan includes a 20 inch storm sewer along Walnut street and driveways, with costs born by the railroad even if the land was deeded to the city. Waffle paving for driveways and choice of silver brick or wood blocks are being considered.
W A Sawyer secretary of the California state board of health will be hosted in San Antonio for a luncheon at 12 30 at Lie Menger as part of the Southern Conference on Tuberculosis. Mrs J T Smith president of the City Federation organizes federation attendance and calls for inquiries by telephone. Also on the trip home from Washington Sawyer will seek passage for relief of indigent stranger consumptives in the southwest.
A large gathering of workers is expected as Mr Morris speaks on February 2 at a luncheon in San Antonio. He will discuss the work there ahead of engaging a broad Pelctary audience.
London reports instruct local recruiting offices to retain unfit men. Prospective recruits unable to meet physical standards will be assigned to home service or garrison duties at home and abroad. Details indicate a shift toward redeploying those not fit for active campaigning.
An ad touts Hamburg Breast Tea as a German remedy for colds. A tablespoonful brewed with boiling water is swallowed to open the passages and relieve coughs and grip. Marketed as inexpensive, versatile, and quick acting for colds.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate ongoing reexaminations for Derby riding selections. The text mentions men deemed fit for building roads or defense work, with references to a large number of Derby hopefuls facing recheck, and a rider’s close tie to seven o’clock timing.
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