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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1917
Page
2
Senator McCumber, Republican of North Dakota, introduced a resolution urging the Secretary of State to report to the Senate on the government’s actions if they align with public interest. The move was announced in Washington on February 8.
Advert says the come-back man recovers strength from overwork and poor habits with Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules. Three daily capsules touted to aid uric acid, kidney, bladder, stomach issues and more. Money-back guarantee if no help, price 25c 50c and $1 per box.
J C B Walthall of Oklahoma, a wealthy oil and gas figure, recounts in New York how a newspaper prescription lifted him from nervous ruin to vigor. He says that after reading the remedy his health and wealth improved and urges others to follow the advised regimen of tincture endomene compound, balm wort, cardiol essence, and sar saparilla syrup taken after meals and at night. Local druggists and physicians praise the remedy and can supply it.
Advice on hair care recommends avoiding alkali rich soaps and shampoos. Use plain coconut oil mixed with water to create a rich lather that cleanses, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft, fluffy, and easy to manage. Coconut oil is inexpensive and lasts months for a family.
A discussion on submarine use limits in wartime diplomacy surfaces as officials seek to define what constitutes allowed actions against belligerent ships. The measure requests government views on warnings for passenger safety and the treatment of contraband shipments and mail services amid ongoing hostilities.
Albany February 8 Governor Whitman signed a bill appropriating 1 000 000 for military preparedness purposes. The measure directs funds to state defense needs and training programs amid regional security concerns.
The South Carolina House passed a bill prohibiting importation or storage of any intoxicants except for scientific, sacramental, or medical uses. The measure now goes to the Senate for consideration.
A reader from Angela Louisiana reports back pain and low vitality but says Foley Kidney Pills restored energy. The ad claims kidneys affect overall health and promotes 50c and 1.00 sizes sold by A. M. Fischer.
Doctors warn against indiscriminate drugging for indigestion and stomach trouble. They advocate using pure bisulated magnesia after meals to neutralize excess acid and prevent fermentation, noting it is harmless, tasteless, and readily available from drug stores.
The National Machine Co hosts demonstrations of a machine claimed to let one man in each county earn about $300 monthly. Visitors are invited to view the operation. office hours run 9 A M to 4 P M daily at 221 East Houston Street, San Antonio Texas.
Berlin clerics debate whether Germany's use of submarine warfare can be reconciled with Christian doctrine. A majority see it as a necessary measure to defend the nation, while many southern clergy condemn it and urge exploring other options.
About 250 San Antonio women attended a Wednesday luncheon at the YWCA cafeteria to honor Mrs Margaret T Russell of the Bible Institute of Chicago. She spoke on making Bible study a personal tool and announced daily meetings for business girls at 12:30 to 1 pm and Bible classes at First Presbyterian Church at 3 pm and 7:30 pm.
Ad claims Laxative Coldine Tablets contain no quinine and aid for colds la grippe and constipation. It states they do not cause dizziness or ringing in the ears and price is 25 cents at all drug stores.
Brazil's reply to the German note will be polite yet firm. It declares Brazil's intention to hold Germany responsible for consequences of the new submarine warfare. The message expresses hope Brazil will not be forced to break amicable relations with Germany.
Montevideo reports President Viere and his cabinet met to decide the government stance on the new phase of the European war. Uruguayan newspapers express approval of the United States position.
The state attorney general files suits in Twenty-sixth District Court against Missouri Kansas & Texas for alleged failure to keep Jefferson station waiting room warm on January 24, 1917. A separate suit in the Fifty-third District Court targets Texas & Pacific for allegedly not meeting a railroad commission order to provide adequate freight facilities at Hawkins in Wood County.
A resolution reached by Senator Dean and Dallas Mayor Henry D. Lindsley with city executives narrows the bill to apply only to long distance lines. The amendment will remove local phone lines from Railroad Commission control to avoid home rule conflicts.
John L. Wyatt, under federal indictment for using the mails to defraud, surrendered to federal authorities in Denver. He said he was tired of being a fugitive from justice. Officials say his swindling targeted farmers nationwide with main operations in Colorado, Texas, and Maryland.
The California was torpedoed at 300 yards with 160 reported survivors and one life lost among 40 injured. From New York January 29, 196 crew plus 31 passengers, most British or Canadian. Armored for war, carrying cargo for Britain, first large liner hit by new submarine warfare. John M. Little seeks news of wife and four steerage children, then learns only wife and one child missing.
The Central News reports the California sank nine minutes after being torpedoed. The Exchange Telegraph Company lists nearly fifty passengers or crew members missing, with twenty eight crew members among the missing. The purser is reported killed.
Government moves to empower the president to seize or commandeer American vessels and related assets in war or emergency. McAdoo raises war risk insurance. neutrals pledge moral support amid Germany’s new sea war plan. Proposals also bar selling ships to foreigners and allow seizure without notice with fair value compensation.
In Montgomery Alabama on February 8 an inquiry failed to identify John A. Lee among survivors of the British liner California as a local resident. Several local Lee families exist, but none knew the man. It was suggested a Greenville Alabama John A. Lee, a well known traveler, might have been aboard the California.
Rio de Janeiro reports that Peru and Chile will address protests to Germany over naval warfare measures. The information comes from authorities and concerns South American reaction to German policy.
Stella Elmendorf will present Art Everywhere at 8 15 Saturday evening February 10 in Carnegie library auditorium. The free lecture uses slides and objects from San Antonio street scenes to show how art appears in furniture, fabrics, windows, and daily surroundings, with Toltec pottery comparisons.
San Antonio Red Cross central bureau will open Monday in the Gunter hotel lobby with Miss Nathalie Dalkowitz as secretary in charge and Miss Effie Cahill volunteering to assist. Maria B. Fenwick leads the America First seal project pending legal clearance. The entertainment committee plans a February 20 card party at Mrs. George Martin’s home to aid Red Cross fundraising.
Petrograd reports Russian detachments struck Teuton positions near Kirlibaba in the Carpathians. Despite artillery fire and mine explosions, they breached barbed wire and occupied the German first line trench. German counterattacks failed to recapture the ground.
A fragment from a theatre voice ponders husband’s habits between acts and drinks. The line hints at a social scene and audience behavior during a performance. No further context available.
A letter from R. W. Lisenby of Dothan Alabama claims Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root improved two sick children after two large bottles and six total bottles. Notary A W Lisenby confirms the statement as true.
The notice asks readers to send ten cents to Dr Kilmer and Co for a sample bottle of Swamp Root and a booklet on kidneys and bladder. It notes that the product will convince anyone and lists regular bottle sizes for sale at all drug stores, with a request to mention the San Antonio Daily Light.
A special children’s service is set for 4 pm Friday at the Salvation Army hall 715 East Houston Street led by Lieutenant Colonel Arthur T Brewer visiting San Antonio. Brigadier George Wood assists and local Salvation Army members help present the program focusing on reform and prevention of sin among youth.
County Commissioner Charles X Gutzeit says a force under road foreman Gideon Meyer will be assembled by week’s end to begin toll road construction toward Medina dam. The Toll Road Company contract with Martin Wright and Gutzeit is signed by all but Gutzeit, who planned to sign Thursday afternoon or Friday morning and start immediately.
Gutzeit and Engineer Alexander Walton surveyed the original route and arranged gravel pits on Wednesday. Gutzeit may use a rock crusher to handle limestone boulders as the project progresses. The seven mile road from Cliff toward the dam area should be ready by June 1. In the same issue Zanzibar is noted to yield about 90 percent of global cloves, roughly 16 million pounds per year.
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