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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1918
Page
9
The January collections are reported as received with large sums from collectors. The Sinte Trays ury Department expects to receive annual collections totaling over 7,000,000. Yesterday’s figure indicates a substantial intake, with the day ending at about 300,000.
A cryptic clipping touts a self cure for rupture by Collings Loot and Callan, claiming rapid recovery. It asserts readers can follow the method at home and promises accompanying medicines, with a note that the sale is offered by mail with coupon. The language is promotional and lacks verifiable medical claims.
An international peace debate begins February 1 in Berlin, with Prime Minister Lloyd George and Premier Orland set to address the assembly. The Vatican hopes for a path to settlement as German and British press mix optimism and sarcasm, while Pope Benedict and Cardinal Gas panel coordinate messaging.
A partially readable report notes a Dutch minister arriving in the United States aboard a vessel named after Amsterdam. The article mentions a prior assignment in a county and references global diplomacy and bilateral relations with the United States, though many details are unclear due to OCR errors.
Washington Feb hearing before the railroad wage commission examined wage raises for 60 000 workers and 33 4 3 percent proposals. Witnesses discussed who should gain higher pay including skilled foremen and helpers as cost estimates ranged from 32 000 to 250 000 annual impacts, with opinions on who would cover the increased revenue.
A chaotic concert notice lists performers and venues including Wart San Manton and San fl shure ab ire on a Wednesday. It mentions a schedule with cadences, volunteer roles, and a local bazaar event, with references to duty, visitors, and various names in unclear text.
Fragmentary wartime notice discusses appointing additional chaplains per regiment and broader corps support. It notes War Department approval and legislative proposals to expand chaplain coverage for troops, with emphasis on increasing religious personnel and cooperative work among units.
An old style advertisement touts a product named GOLD MADAG claiming to cleanse the kidneys liver and bladder and relieve backache rheumatism and urinary issues. It promises dramatic living relief with capsules and asserts safety and satisfaction guarantees while warning against other brands.
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