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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1916
Page
16
Dr. C. P. Howard resigns after a year as professor of internal medicine at the University of Iowa. He served as second in command in a Boulogne hospital covering fifty acres with beds for 6700 patients. He praised British soldiers for their bravery and their exposure to suffering.
A safe method to remove hair or fuzzy growths is to apply a paste of powdered Delatone and water to the hairy area for about two minutes, rub off, and wash. The hairs should disappear and the treatment is harmless, though a test is advised to ensure genuine Delatone is used.
The Majestic offers vaudeville headlined by The Red Heads and other acts. The Grand presents motion pictures featuring Wm. S. Hart in The Disciple.
Bessie Browning, famed for musical comedy, appears at the Majestic Theater in The Land of Nod alongside The Red Heads as the headline act. She touts herself as Just a Girl With Individuality and performs clever imitations of Eddie Foy Eva Tanguay and Jimmy Powers, while spotlighting her own unique stage presence. Thursday evening bald-headed men are invited as guests of Manager Edward Raymond with front-row seats reserved.
The program features William S. Hart in The Disciple, a costly Thomas Ince production with a built western town near Neville burned for the scene. Dorothy Dalton plays Hart’s wife in a tale of a frontier missionary and a flashy gambler. A Keystone comedy Her Painted Hero stars Hale Hamilton with Polly Moran and rivals.
An upbeat ad touts Wesco or Misa coffee as the cure for morning grouchiness. The playful promo implies a fresher mood after a cup, highlighting brand options and a friendly wakeup appeal.
The Business Men's Bible Class organized by Laurel Heights Methodist Church aims to be the big brother to all mankind and study the Bible in business life. Officers elected include W. E. Fitch president Dick Terrell vice president and C. L. Sedgwick secretary treasurer. Members listed include Pastor Cooper D Ainsley Victor Keller and others. D Ainsley chaired the organization meeting with an open invitation for visitors to affiliate.
The Great Council of Texas held its opening at the Gunter Hotel with about 250 delegates. Senator Carlos Bee announced a diary related to Gen. Hamilton Bee and Texas frontier treaties. speeches highlighted Red Men charity and orphan aid across the nation.
Florence Rogers of Burbank Florida describes severe health decline with pain weakness and nervous distress. After using Cardui she reports rapid improvement and regained ability to work including washing within a month. The piece also covers San Antonio hospitality and Red Men convention events with ceremonies and plans at the Original Mexican Restaurant and Gunter Hotel.
The Ohio Society of San Antonio plans its third annual banquet at the Gunter Hotel Thursday evening with Dr Harry Leonard as toast master. The 300 active members and 700 eligibles include Ohio natives in San Antonio. A program of music speeches and toasts is planned, with a sight tour of the city by auto.
Physicians advocate a daily morning regimen of hot water with limestone phosphate to cleanse the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. The measure, touted as inexpensive and effective, aims to reduce bad breath coated tongue headaches sallow complexion and constipation and is recommended for continuous daily use.
A magazine style weight loss note urges open air walking and a daily oil of kerein capsule regime from Sommers' Drug Store. It claims rapid fat reduction without starvation or strenuous exercise and advises weekly weigh ins to track progress.
Nearly 100 members of the Cleveland Chamber of Commerce Manufacturers and Wholesale Merchants board will tour the southwest by auto Thursday in San Antonio. Cars are needed and volunteers have offered vehicles for the trip, with gatherings at the Gunter Hotel. Aerial entertainment over Fort Sam Houston is planned, followed by a luncheon at the Gunter Hotel and a dinner at the St Anthony Hotel. The delegation leaves at 11 pm for Houston.
An oil investment notice touts the Uncle Sam Oil Company as a dominant western concern with three refineries, a large lease base, and six deep wells. It urges quick contact for full information, promising potential stock gains of five to twenty times and warnings against wildcatters and “trust” schemes.
Richard J Wyche renowned storyteller and National Story-Tellers League president speaks on the Value of the Combination of Play and Story-Telling at the Woman's Club on Wednesday at 3 30 pm The after noon program includes folk games and a note on his winter stay in San Antonio to work on a book Hosts include Mrs LeRoy Bates and others.
Capt. James A. Baker of Houston and Pat M. Neff of Waco protested Governor Ferguson today to oppose a pardon for Alex Johnson who was convicted of second degree murder for the killing of A. P. Duncan in Waco. Johnson’s case was affirmed in April 1914. The report notes young voices and dream references amid the protest.
A proven method uses four ounces of plain liquid arvon applied at night to moisten and rub into the scalp. By morning most dandruff is gone and repeating applications dissolve and destroy all signs. It stops itching and digging, leaving hair fluffy lustrous glossy and soft.
Two boys spar over bravado claiming a girl was with them last night. The exchange shows rivalries and a boastful tone in a rough, offhand confrontation.
Advertisement praises Ely's Cream Balm for fast relief from catarrh and head colds. It describes applying a small amount into the nostrils to soothe swollen mucous membranes, open air passages, and reduce headache and nasal congestion. The copy also mentions Ely's Dream Balm as a related product.
Rheumatism affects all ages and ranks. Drink pure water and use Jad or Rad Salts daily to flush uric acid, aided by warming clothes and soaking in a lithia effervescent drink. This home remedy claims to stimulate kidneys and reduce joint pain.
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