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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1918

Page

8

German Alien Registration Ends at Central Police Headquarters

German men and boys over fourteen who are not U S citizens faced registration at Central Police Headquarters in Lancaster on Wednesday forenoon. Chief Lancaster’s office opened at 10 causing a backfill of forms and photos as aliens completed paperwork and photographs amid some photo delays.

Jess Ruth United States Falke Lancaster Launcaster Kier Lancaster

Blass of Salts Cleans Kidneys

An old remedy claims to cleanse kidneys and ease bladder issues by drinking large amounts of water and using a salt mixture from grape and lemon juices mixed with herbs. It asserts rapid detox in 24 hours and promotes ongoing hydration and occasional saline drinks to prevent pain and backache.

Registration rush delays completion of alien notice

The note describes unfinished work on the registration process due to rush and a long wall. People left on Monday and Tuesday and plan to return later in the week. Registration must be finished by Saturday night to ensure the notice is clearly written across the photograph.

Relic of Huge Birds of Tast in N Y Museum

New York report states a Chinese farmer found a giant egg shell in Henan Province, China. The shell, exhibited at the American Museum of Natural History, held over two quarts in capacity, equating to around forty eggs of a normal fowl. Two other less perfect shells from the same discovery complete the trio of relics of extinct gigantic birds.

New York Yellow River Henan China Nitlyas American Museum of Natural History Anan

Pape's Cold Compound Promises Fast Relief

An old newspaper advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as fast relief for colds, flu, and nasal congestion. It claims to clear passages, stop discharge, relieve headache and fever, and functions every two hours with three doses, noting it tastes pleasant and costs only a few cents. It warns against substitutes.

Pape

President Would Get Broad War Powers Under Overman Bill

The Overman bill introduced in the Senate would authorize the President to coordinate and reorganize all executive departments agencies and personnel for the war period. It seeks to appoint a chairman of the war industries board and empower the President to issue orders and make reorganizations to sustain national defense and wartime governance. The measure aims to remain in force for the duration of the war and one year after peace is proclaimed.

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Bath Towels on Sale in Assorted Colors

Large soft absorbent bath towels offered in novelty border designs. Prices 98c grade items and 79c on Friday and Saturday. Located on Second Floor.

Bungalow Aprons Sold at 85 Cents and 86 Cent Sale

Advertisement notes Bungalow Aprons priced at 85 cents for $1 grade and 86 cents on Friday and Saturday. Describes open front style with long sleeves belted, roomy full length fit, featuring figured patterns and colors. Second floor sale location.

President Granted Authority to Restructure Executive Agencies

Fragmented text outlines Section 2 authorizing the President to coordinate or consolidate executive commissions and to create or transfer offices and personnel across departments by executive order. Section 3 states funds and appropriations may be redirected to support reorganization under direct presidential direction. Section 4 suspends existing restrictions to avoid conflicts with consolidated power during the act.

Towers Mscetian Herewaler

Walrus Thick-Skinned Animal of the Seas

Describes the walrus as a thick skinned marine mammal found in great herds on lee shores and in winter in the Northern Sea. Notes hides are durable for leather and used in various goods, with thick underhide protecting against cold and a mention of its tusks and general body features.

Moring Beneagh Nywalpsig

Tax notices and corporate filings baffle local readers

A shaky OCR readout describes tax filing reminders from an authority named Jing and fees for registering corporations. It lists charter filings, capital stock changes for multiple companies, and a railroad rate authorization. The text is cluttered with errors but preserves entities like Austín Texas, Galveston Harrisburg and San Antonio Railway, and various company names and stock figures.

Austin Bailroad Commission Galveston, Harrisburg and

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