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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1930
Page
11
Advertises Capudine as a fast acting remedy for headaches congestion and general colds. Claims relief is quicker than tablets with decades of consumer trust and availability from pharmacists in small bottles.
A garbled early 20th century advertisement touts dramatic fat loss with cheap tonics and salts. It sensationally claims pounds shed per week, urging readers to drink saline solutions and use branded products to reduce fat quickly, with bold promises and dubious health claims.
At the Federated Woman’s Clubs annual meeting in San Antonio, members endorsed a resolution opposing further straightening of the San Antonio River and the cement channel between Hl. Mary’s and Soledad streets. They urge flood water only passage, preservation of vegetation, and more plantings along the banks. The resolution awaits action by each member club and may be reviewed at the March 4 meeting.
Court records list cases including State of Texas v J I Cheet bant appealed from corporation court. Martin Wright electrical company v San Antonio Public Service. various assessed fines for traffic and disturbances. robbery and murder prosecutions. numerous motions and appellate actions. names of judges and parties. details reflect a busy docket with injunctions, sentencing and administrative orders.
A fragmentary record lists attendees and roles for a San Antonio IRS meeting. Names include Alex Adams as retiring president, James A Young, Tae M. Frost, Eldridge, Doster, Donown, Victor, with Aline Mayfield and Preston Lyial among officers. Mentions a second vice president and publicity duties.
In New York on Web. 20 4) hay fever sufferers have incorporated forming the United Hayfever clan. They plan a hotel or club house high in the White Mountains exclusively for hay fever sufferers. Members will be admitted only in August, with no chance for ringers to join.
Governor Pranglitn B i quotes saying there have been seven confirmed deaths from spinal meningitis in Sonora Campas. The health department previously reported 1M deaths statewide from the disease, with Campas alone noted in earlier figures.
Cresk dispatches from Leon report three teachers and several private school staff held for investigation on charges of disseminating sedition in schools. The charges relate to alleged subversive material in classwork and materials. The case highlights rising tensions between education groups and authorities in the region.
TOKIN Feb 20. The Minecita government led by Premier Winenguchi faced a voter decision today as party leaders seek parliamentary majority. The outcome will shape the government in Tokyo and Japan's policy direction.
Chicago witnesses a warm spell as February temperatures surged with highs near 74 in Kansas City and 60s expected elsewhere. Reports from Milwaukee to the Missouri Valley note unseasonable warmth, while cold snaps retreat and springlike activities appear across parks, rinks, and fields.
Two former office boys, Edward J. Boyle and George F. Mitchell, are set to become presidents of major Chicago firms next week. Boyle will lead Commonwealth Edison, and Mitchell will head People’s Gas Light and Coke. Both rise from humble beginnings to helm $100,000,000 corporations in Chicago.
In Topher Kansas on February 29 a former teacher Ming Whassle Whitaker of school district No 4 near Wakarusa filed a $9000 damages suit in district court. The defendant is 15 year old pupil Harry Robinson who allegedly beat her.
Calvins Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge travel from the mainland to Catalina Island likely to enjoy a spring training visit. The trip is tied to possible activities on the island including goat hunting and garden plans, with the Chicago Cubs arriving to begin spring drills.
A garbled report from Mexico on February 20 describes JF Cipriano Gomea losing nerve after drug use and lashing out at a patrol. An officer intervened, restraining him and removing the assailant to a facility in a tense scene.
A historical note advises parents to use Castoria to ward off constipation in children and to avoid stronger medicines without doctor guidance. It claims Castoria is sold in every drugstore and warns that genuine bottles bear Chas. H. Fletcher’s signature on the wrapper.
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