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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1913
Page
3
An advertising feature warns of kidney and bladder problems and linked symptoms. It promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy and offers free sample bottle and information by mail from Dr Kilmer Co of Binghamton New York, noting readers should mention the San Antonio Daily Light.
Washington February report notes aspiring gentlemen on country roads are training on horseback as inaugural aides. About 400 volunteers were ordered into training for March 4. Governors may lead state troops. Tam many Hall unit to follow New York governor Sulzer leads delegation. collegians to third place. Advertising note promotes Elmer Amen’s Rheumatism remedy.
Secretary of the Navy Meyer plans a tarpoon fishing trip in Florida for most of next month before vacating the post on March 4. He will move from his Washington residence to his Hamilton Massachusetts summer home in late April. Assistant Secretary Winthrop will join a private banking firm in New York and reside in Westbury New York to pursue farming.
A booster advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast remedy for sour stomach indigestion and heartburn. It claims relief within five minutes and promotes the product as safe, scientific, and suitable for regular use. A fifty-cent package is recommended for home use.
Advertises Dodson's Liver Tone as a safer calomel substitute guaranteed by A. M. Fischer. Claims calomel is a poison and promises refunds if not satisfactory, touting relief from bilious symptoms and headaches without interfering with daily routines.
Local store offers immediate relief guaranteed for eczema and psoriasis with a full size bottle of D D D Prescription for Eczema. If it does not stop the itch at once customers pay nothing, with 50cc bottle suggested to start cures and D D D soap recommended.
A Dallas paper report on Governor Colquitt facing questions sparks Rep D B Reedy to invite informants before the Texas penitentiary committee. Reedy seeks evidence of mismanagement, pledging to uncover chips and bugs in the prison system while stressing nonpartisan public service and need for funds and reforms. The article also notes factory operations and labor pressure at Huntsville and Rusk as reforms lag.
The Texas Wonder claims to cure kidney and bladder issues in men and women and regulate children's bladder troubles. It promises a two month treatment per bottle, with mail orders available for $1.00 and testimonials from Dr. BE W. Hall in St. Louis, Missouri.
A vintage ad advises mothers to give Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna for children's bowel care. It claims gentle, thorough relief from biliousness and constipation without harsh drugs, promising quick improvement and safe, fig-based ingredients.
Ettinger selected by the board of managers to succeed Capt. William Adams as head of the Gatesville Juvenile Training School. He previously served as superintendent of Falls County schools and was confirmed at the board’s request. The Senate hopes for a quorum soon as Lt Governor Will Mayes presides. If approved, at least 10000 dollars may be allocated to modernize the capitol’s sanitary condition per Dr. A B Conley’s memo to presiding officers. Katy consolidation reports denying plans to move over 90 Katy shop workers from Smithville were wired back as baseless by Judge W E Spell after Senator Terrell alerted him.
Austin February 18 The labor legislative board stays active after the failed full crew law with eight bills awaiting action. The State Federation of Labor backs initiative and referendum and compensation. Bricklayers seek higher inspector force, and the railroad hospital law moves in the House. Firemen back automatic slide doors on locomotives, carmen push car shed law, engineers shelve switchlight law after agreement with railroad managers.
Prominent labor leaders announced plans for a March 1 dinner in Washington to honor Representative William D. Wilson, outgoing chairman of the House labor committee. Speakers will include Speaker Clark, Senators Borah and La Follette, Senator elect Hughes of New Jersey, and several House members.
The Laymen's Missionary movement of the Southern Presbyterian Church begins in Memphis for a three day session. An attendance of at least 1800 is forecast with speakers including Dr. William Martin president of Davidson College.
Suffragettes from New York to Washington leave Chester with intact ranks. The group aims for Wilmington, Delaware thirteen miles away, walking under a cold bright sun as a brilliant day unfolds.
Sergeant John M. Walsh of A S A reaches Jefferson Barracks after a cross country trek to test army footwear. He left New York on April 10 and returns from California, planning to resume toward Fort Benjamin Harrison Indiana. He wears the fourth pair of shoes in the test.
By a 9 to 2 vote the city council appropriated 2729 for fire insurance on City Hall and Market House as part of a broader set of measures. The Commerce Street widening plan includes 240000 in bonds and 90000 future city funds, with the balance from private contributions, while other items cover a den for Fiesta San Jacinto, a memorial tower, and sidewalk bonds.
Carson City Nevada reports the divorce bill requiring one year of residence passes the Senate 20 to 1. If signed by the governor, it takes effect January 1, 1914. Governor Oddie plans to sign. Reno has 1218 suits filed and 600 divorce seekers. the law aims to curb future immigrants seeking divorce.
Three of the assassins who killed President Manuel E. Araujo in San Salvador were shot by soldier platoons this morning. The incident followed the president’s death and ongoing security actions as authorities pursue remaining suspects.
At Camp to de Marft race course a council of war condemned seven active crime participants to death. four were arrested, three remained at large. One prisoner received a respite to reveal further plot details.
Three hundred fifty clergy from over forty denominations gathered in New York for a luncheon honoring James Bryce on his announced pending retirement as British ambassador. Bryce lauded clergy for rising above religious differences to cooperate for the public good.
Testimonial letter extols Eckman's Alterative for bronchial and lung ailments with a five year post recovery claim. States home treatment avoids sanatoriums, credits weight gain and return to work, and lists A M Fischer as a local dealer in Haddonfield New Jersey.
A dispatch notes that religious and humanistic organizations face substantial tasks ahead. It highlights collaborative effort, resource needs, and planning as communities prepare to address social and spiritual duties.
An advertisement touts The Little Doctor mustard cerate as a universal remedy for colds sore neuralgia congested lungs and more. It promises quick curing without skin irritation is non greasy and available in jars 25c and 50c with free samples from MacLaren Drug Co. Cleveland and Los Angeles.
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