Vitalites praised by Birmingham man long-life remedy claims cures
An interview with engineer B.G. Hichard gol of Standard Wish Company Birmingham details a life in industry and a belief Vitalites cleanses poisons and aids stomach and liver health. He cites weight gain and broad benefits, while references to German forces hint at wartime news mixed in, including actions near La Fontenelly and Vosges fighting context.
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Bavn
B.G. Hichardgol
Standard Wish Company of
Birmingham
National Packing Company
Morris Packing Company
Risherdeen
Vitalitus
Texas
Vitalis
Wagner
Argr
Arago
Described Balkan War Moves Seen The German Role
Partial dispatch notes in Balkan front indicate Bulgaria may pledge German aid within weeks while Romania Balkans Austria Hungary relations stir. England France and Russia anticipate Roumania’s stance. Western front updates report artillery exchanges in Champagne and repulsed German attack near Mesnil les Haurlus.
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Partie
Frush
Champagne
Mesnil
les-Haurlus
Argonne
Maria Theresa
Russians Show Poor Spirits In War News Brief
Berlin reports from the Carpathians say Russian forces, though stubborn, show poor spirit and defend with artillery as Austrians and Germans gain ground. About 10,000 Russians have died wounded or been captured since January. Russian captives complain of scant food and pay, with many sent to the front after limited training.
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Berlin
London
Carpathians
Dukla Pass
Capture of Noyon Hill and nearby trenches reported
French forces announced capture of a hill near the Lorette sector after weeks of heavy fighting. British troops near Vimaignes station secured a position close to the front, while German attempts to retake trenches near Festubert faced strong resistance and high casualties. About 500 German prisoners were reported in the Saturday night gains.
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Festubert
Ground gained in Argonne and Vosges amid snow
War office dispatch reports gains of ground in the Argonne with several prisoners and two machine guns captured. In the Central and Southern Vosges small infantry losses were noted amid a few successful actions. Frontline notes from the Eastern frontier indicate engagements continued, though snow hindered movement. weiteren details pending.
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Brian
Lonlunj
War Office
Argonne
Tizers
Sia Saliaben
Vosges
Baste Thester
Coal mine labor plan with prisoners of war
Report from Berlin and London states that mine operators, in agreement with military authorities, will employ prisoners of war to work in coal mines to relieve labor shortages. The proposal, selecting prisoners from English French Belgian and Russian origins, aims to sustain production amid reduced demand and military needs.
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Esshn
Gormany
Derlin
Londons
Sekcen
Prinaers
Igead
Evacuation of Lens Confirmed by German Moves
Petrograd dispatch relayed by Havas Agency says Lens is being evacuated as stores offices and transport are moved to Kaltes. German forces resume building fortified lines and may shift troops from Warsaw to reinforce eastern fronts.
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PATRI
Lens
Petrograd
Havas
Claridge May Die After Night Assault Near Ferguson Ave
Claridge a carpenter of wood street area may die from brain concussion after being struck by an iron bar near Nebraska street at Ferguson avenue Tuesday night. Henry Hunt, contractor and builder of 2408 Wyoming street, suffered scalp wounds and is expected to recover. Two suspects in custody, a third sought. both victims over 60.
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H. Claridge
Terguson Avenue
May Ale
Henry Hunt
Wyoming Street
Nebraska Street
Ferguson Avenue
Claudge
Hunt
Jews urged to give on Purim Day February 26
A circular from the American Jewish Relief Committee asks American Jews to unite in giving to European war sufferers on Purim Day and observe the occasion with solemnity. Purim typically involves feasts and gifts, but this year giving to the destitute is emphasized due to those in Europe in distress.
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Trewich Calender
American Jewish Relief Committee
Heltet Commissiee
Europe
Bounties Pay Off 92 Coyotes and Rodents Counted
January figures from county clerk deputy David Davis show 92 coyotes and rats were killed to claim the state bounty of one dollar each. Weather hampered operations but the tally outweighed normal months, with two timber wolves reported among the pelts.
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David
Davis
Orohom
Fund to Be Raised Here for Sufferers in Palestine
San Antonio will donate 2500 dollars to a national fund for Palestine distress relief. Dr S Burg of the Texas Zionist Association pledged the city’s contribution. Brandeis message urged immediate funding as starvation looms amid wartime disruptions. Local Zionist groups plan rapid fundraising with several affiliated societies aiding the drive.
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San Antonio
Palestine
Doula D. Brandely
Boston
Chuirman
National Provisional Zionist Committee
S. Burg
Texas Ztonant Association
Brandeis
iMansund
San Antonians
United States
E'hul Zion Association
Texas
Ist Association
San Antonio Warns Public About Counterfeit Dollars
The San Antonio office of the United States Secret Service warns residents that spurious coins and counterfeit dollars, half-dollars and nickels are in circulation abroad and locally. Investigations are ongoing. citizens should refuse to accept fake money and report it. The first arrest involved a Mexican woman on the West Side, Remanded in default of $500 bond.
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San Antonio
United States Secret Service Department
Colt
Avery
United States
Dinrett
West Side
Tawnard Tyrrell
Secret Service
Bucards
Unsettled Weather and Notable Obituaries Across the U S
An unsettled, blustery pattern covering much of the United States brings a possibility of rain. Major Allen Tuell of the weather bureau notes rain is not certain yet likely, with high east and west pressure and a low between driving the uneven air flow. Temperatures remain mild to warm in many areas. Justice T. S. Reese, 69, resigned from Texas First Court of Appeals due to ill health, reportedly at his son-in-law EW Spence’s home in Galveston. Manila report: Houston Y. Evans, Philippine Scouts officer, dies of apoplexy at Mingan, Panay during field maneuvers.
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United States
Allen Tuell
Incal Wuedher Bureau
Justice Reese
Den
Houston
Tex
T. S. Reese
Texas
First Court of Appeals
Galveston
Wehealth
M. College of Texas
EW. Spence
Evans
Anoresy
Manila
Fen
Mat Houston Y. Evans
Philippine Scouts
Mingan
Panay
Lincoln Birthday Tribute Planned by Local Veterans Group
A citywide commemoration of Lincoln’s birthday is set by the Grand Army of the Republic post and Ladies auxiliary with a program including prayers, songs, Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, and speeches by local leaders and veterans. The event features a San Antonio band, readings by Mrs. Lourie Talle Ewing of the Ladies of the irmiate, and multiple addresses and musical numbers.
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Sun An
Lonle
H. CG. Leonard
Battle Hymn of the Republic
Grand Army of the Republi
Lincoln
Lourie Talle Ewing
Ladies of the Irmiate
Une San Antonis
Samuel Marks
Neadlig
Parlin
Imu
San Antonio Band
Tendbent
Grand Army of the Republic
Cornet Agt
Bliss Mildeed Miler
Hilda
E.G. Listenegenn
United Spanish
Mins Kraukauers
IL le. Brook
Owl Post
Grand Army
R. Ghurch
San Antonio Hind
County Lands Inquiry Prompts Two Week Agent Leave
County Commissioners Kerry Mey ar and dxeoh Riou with Acknol Superintendent bh 1 Styw fie stage hearings on land grant for Lexar county schools. The group examines about ten sections covering over 5000 acres to decide if the land belongs to the district. A two week absence of the county officials and school superintendent is approved to review the entire tract and prepare for possible bids to raise the price if necessary.
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Kerry Meyar
Dxeoh Riou
del Hip
Lexar
Duner
Saul
Comita
Mystery violin left in Buena Vista church inspires police probe
Detectives retrieved a valuable bass instrument abandoned in a Buena Vista church on Prospect and San Jacinto streets after a midweek service. The instrument remains unclaimed and detectives suspect theft or concealment by an unknown stranger who entered the church.
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Enmeregas
Tlon
King and
Barris
Ean
County voter totals released by county voter registrar
County totals show 20 538 registered voters in Bexar with 14 0h city voters and 2283 county voters. County Collector John A. Hitter reported 17 487 poll taxes paid and 3081 exemptions. Officials note about 400 exemption holders may still vote within five days before election.
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Bexar County
Tnis
John A. Hitter
Federal judge weighs wage scale case in San Antonio
Judge WW Sheppard heard arguments on the bill of exceptions to the report by J T Sluder special master in chancery in the HineBel wage dispute. Ala son Williams for receiver Duval West challenged Sluder's recommendation to deny reducing wages for engineers conductors firemen and brakemen. The decision will await further testimony and review of the bill of exceptions.
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Sheppard
San’ Antony, Cratte & Guil
J.T. Sluder
Alason Williams
Reeceiver Duval West
Slader
Appointment of Harold Sutherland in Corpus Christi
A San Antonio morning report states Harold Sutherland is named assistant denat ticket gent at Corpus Christ under J. M. Baker. The move connects with the San Antonio & Aransas Pass Telegraph line and supervision by A. N. Atkinnon division freight passenger agent.
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San Antonio
Harold Sutherland
Apslotant City
San Amonio & Aransas Pasa Tealraad
Denat
Corpus Christ
J. M. Baker
Buthur
Wikaad
Vicahey Verthy
Sutherbind
Psrenettieae Seit
Pitot Ea
A. N. Atkinnon
Hae Soulhorte Diwifio
Railroads to Allow Stopovers for San Antonio Tourists
News from the Gener al Passenger Agents Association of Texas meeting at the Saint Anthony Hotel reports that San Antonio travelers face no stopover privileges on roundtrip tickets. Chamber of Commerce secretary John B Currington and other officials request equal treatment, while J Tannegan of St Louis denies discrimination. Fort Worth will host the next meeting as agents adopt a resolution supporting stopovers.
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San Antonio
Chamber of Commerce
Die Gener
Association of Texas
SL Anthony
Menbeza
John B. Currington
San Antena
Clrrington
Gertie
Rownde
Uecomat
Hulchins
Te Chamber of Casimerce
Sin
Arenty
J. Tan
Lie
Carter-Mundialy
Medina Daum
Tex
Dacia Sails as Seizure Expected in Atlantic Trade
Washington reports state officials prepared for Dacia seizure if transfer of registry fails to satisfy prize court, amid diplomatic exchanges between United States and Great Britain. British admiralty says vessel may be treated as prize. cargo fate to be handled without owners’ expense.
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Britain
United States
Washington
J. C
State Department Officinia
Atlantic
Great Britain
State Department
Edward M. Brelbung
Hamburg-American Steamship Company
Great Hawait
Nicholson for Judge of New Wichita County District Court
Governor announces appointment of E. J. Nicholson as judge of the new Wichita County district court. The information notes the move as part of a state-wide selection in Austin dated February 11. The fragment mentions political context and quotes with garbled OCR, but confirms the judge’s name and office creation.
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Wichita County
Austin
Tex
Sovernor Today
E.jw. Nicholson
Helen Keller to lecture in March at San Antonio benefit
Helen Keller the deaf mute who learned to speak will lecture in San Antonio in March. She will be brought to the city by the board of directors of the Prules tane Orohome Home to give a benefit entertainment for the home. Details of admission will be fixed at a meeting February 15 at the home of Mrs. C. S Klett 309 Avenue B. A report from the home inmates was presented. Six were admitted with others pending physician exams. Names of new entrants listed with various organizations and absent members noted. A luncheon was held to discuss routine matters with Dr. White. In Dallas a interurban employment bus line ran north toward the Oklahoma line.
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Helen Keller
Tapiour
San Antonis Orly
Ihe
Prulestane Orohome Hone
Anu of
Hue Gaming
Pet
Klett
Avenue B. AL i
Charis Senimang Je
Emma Reuter
Chistat Police
Mra. T. i
Benin
Guenther Milling Comaroy
Woodmen of the World
M. Fatehas
Axe Hold-Up Foiled By World Drill Lodge Member
A would-be robber armed with an axe confronted a lodging member at Crockett Street and Alamo Plaza Wednesday night. The intended victim, a World Drill Lodge member, grabbed the axe wielder and chased him toward Alamo Plaza and Houston Street with two helpers. The captive slipped away in Avenue 10 before police could intervene.
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Weadmen of the World
Crockett Street
Alaano Plaza
Alamo Plaza
Houston Street
Avenue 10
Quorum Lacking at Southwestern Insane Asylum Board Meet
A meeting of the new board of managers of the Southwestern Insane Asylum could not proceed due to no quorum. The session, slated for 7:20 PM, centered on the superintendent contest between Dr. B. White and Dr. Beverly T. Young. Only Rigsby and Brown and Staacke attended. others were absent. The chair, W. OG. Rigsby, postponed the meeting to a later date.
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Mr. Higsbs
Varies P. Brown
H. GO. ‘Staacke
Himagelf
Weera
Tin
J.T. Sludez
How Thin People Can Put On Flesh
A vintage health ad claims thin people can gain weight by using Sargol tablets. It touts a “scientific combination” of allegedly fat-producing elements, promises 10 to 46 pounds per month, and offers a money back guarantee through H. Tl. Wagner and local druggists.
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Pat Fungr
H. Tl. Wagner
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