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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1914
Page
1
A vintage style advertisement urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs to sick children for bowel relief. It asserts safety for all ages, promotes a 60 cent bottle, and warns against counterfeit products, claiming the firm name California Fig Syrup Company.
Hassell of 84 North Hea treet praises Vitelitas as a genuine remedy brought to town with a Rome Texas friend. He claims the tonic aids stomach disorders, kidney and liver issues, rheumatism, and nervous debility, urging readers to investigate at Wagner's drug store, 257 Cast Houston street, for a sclaeable chance at relief.
A suffrage related arson case touched Glasgow with the arrest of a suspect named Robinson. Troops took the person to Dublin and Perthshire for questioning concerning incendiary fires at Abernchille Castle and the House of Ress in the region yesterday, tied to suffrage violence.
Washington February 5 The Boston businessman Louis D Brandeis is expected to chair a trustees board for supervising the Boston and Maine holdings of the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad plan. Attorney General McHaynolds and New Haven leaders will select trustees, possibly four more members. The arrangement aims to separate the Boston and Maine from the New Haven, with the trustees to run for several years.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a fast cure for clogged nostrils, catarrh and head cold. It promises quick relief, soothing memories of raw membranes, and easier breathing with a fragrant balm that dissolves mucus and stops discharge.
Reported fighting near Puerta de Tavadena shows Constitutionalists under Urbina contesting a pass against Federal forces from Mapili. The advance guard tensions grow as leaders expect battle before reaching Torreon, amid broader uncertainties over arms embargo effects on Mexican supply lines.
Robert E Harmovil a former Canadian paper man testified about a Mexican captive en route to a border town. Miller and Harwood along with others faced gunfire and a staged escape plot before customs released them in Washington through legal action led by Claude Guyant.
The army plans to pull back Troops A and C of the Fourteenth Cavalry from patrol and port duty near Fort Clark in the Big Bend region. The change follows the president's embargo lift on arms into Mexico and follows prior orders to redeploy after guarding Mexican borders during Villa’s actions. Captain Charles C. Winnia leads the two troops during the redeployment.
Paris Feb 5 Adolfo da la Lama who resigned in January to protest Huerta’s decree suspending interest payments on the Mexican national debt decided to return to Mexico to serve again as minister of finance. He plans to leave for New York Feb 11 with Salvador Echegaray and will remain in Switzerland with five sons while negotiations continue for July interest payments.
Report describes large quantities of rifle and machine gun ammunition seized along the Mexican border during hostilities. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but the item notes the handling of ammunition tied to Mexican conflict forces. Authorities indicate seizure and return procedures were underway as tensions persisted near the border.
The department of justice has arrested hundreds of men for transporting arms across the border. Vehicles and ammunition were seized and later used as evidence. Indicted individuals will not be released for now, and broader prosecutions may be limited.
Nogales reports indicates the Constitutionalists have captured Mazatlan, a major seaport, after months of Carrancistas pressure toward Guaymas in Sonora. Culiacan, the state capital, was taken weeks earlier, signaling momentum in northern Baja California–sonoran front.
Reports from General Carranza’s headquarters indicate many arms makers worldwide sent pleas. Wilson’s policy aided Constitutionalists, promising US shipments of seized arms could empower their campaign. About 70,000 rounds and 8,000 rifles were confiscated along the border within a year. Ranger company to stay in Laredo for a period, under I J Sanders. Salazar, federal volunteer commander, arrested near Ojinaga and brought to Fort Bliss. $500 bond posted for Santa Fe indictment. Thirty seven federal soldiers wounded at Ojinaga.
Obituaries published for Tyter C Williams 40 died in Jrowstone. funeral from Mrs John H James residence 602 Came Fon St conducted by Philip J Coak at St Bart's Episcopal. Pallbearers named. honorary pallbearers listed. Also notices for Dr N Clay Rees 50 died at daughter’s home, San Antonio. services in Kerrville with Masonic involvement. Jennie Culluch 25 died at 306 North Center St with Panama City ties. services held at Zizik Undertaking and St Mark's. Valentine Weber 42 died at local hospital. surviving children and siblings named. interment Cuero. Mrs. Wilbur M. Gross (likely) died at 593 Devine St. survived by husband and infant. services at KAO origin and Saithston Baptist. Include other brief notices for Mra C. Weber and additional relatives.
Washington February report cites Van Antwerp of the New York Stock Exchange telling the Senate banking committee that government requisition plans would harm markets. He argued incorporation shifts power to courts and that the exchange acts on moral over legal grounds, warning the Owen bill could paralyze US exchanges and leave Canada and Europe free to trade.
Feb 4 report states Andrew Jackson's famous Hickory cane was presented to President Wilson by Senator Thompson of Wichita Kansas, who obtained it from a line of the former president. The scene at the ceremony on Pennsylvania Avenue is described with garbled but recognizable details of the gift and reception.
In St Louis on February 5 a student enrollment drive aims to lift total pupils from 160 to 300 at Main Avenue High School, with plans for a working women’s hotel and more female attendance. Regular classes resume after a start session. the building expansion and new south wing require ongoing work as hammering and plumbing continue.
Washington February 5 The House considered the Alaska railroad bill with Rep Borland of Texas arguing it tests national conservatism whether Alaska’s wealth should be opened for people or handed to Morgan Guggenheim interests. Opponents warned of government overreach while supporters called it the only path to Alaska’s development.
In Matajrerog the seventh mistoreary of the paul marks a grand fiesta. The day features sports contests arranged for the occasion. General Antino Villareal, recently named military governor of Nuevo Lenn, delivers the feature address.
Piqua Ohio welcomes a choir leader new to Firat Bresbyto cian music. Chitra arrives in San Antonio Thursday to take charge at St. Mark's Episcopal Church as organist and choirmaster. Barnes, a Guin Noronal University and international College of Music graduate, previously directed major festival works in Atlanta in 1870 with a large chorus, an orchestra from Germany, and star soloists.
Mayor Br B Telenes return will prompt equipping the city clerk's office with a system for records. The clerk's assistant is forced to write ordinances and resolutions by hand. Meetings yield 48 to 50 page typewritten drafts, impossible for ten staff to complete. A book writer was urged to be obtained.
Lima reports the arrest of Cuzco prefect Ferra after he refused to recognize Peru’s new government following yesterday’s revolution. His supporters and insurgents linked to the deposed president Billinghurst faced suppression as Lima and Callao returned to normal conditions after upheaval.
Secretary Bryan urged action on the Asiatic exclusion question as negotiations with Japan over California anti alien land laws were discussed. Committeemen urged secrecy and caution to avoid embarrassment to the administration while aiming for an amicable settlement. Some members favored postponing action, others wanted no move that would jeopardize the government.
An old Confederate veteran from Navarro County recalls long farming years since 1872 and touts lasting health. He credits Thedford's Black-Draught for daily stomach and bowel relief, noting its use since 1878 and recommending a 20 package supply for regular use.
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