City pays final tribute to army head at Alamo
Thousands of San Antonio residents and soldiers paid farewell honors as Major General Frederick Funston lay in state in the Alamo for hours. The body was placed on a special train at 8:45 pm for San Francisco burial at the Presidio National Cemetery, with Captain Fitzhugh Lee commanding the guard. A continuous procession viewed the casket from 5 pm to after 8 pm, honoring a leader famed for democratic spirit and broad public affection.
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General Funston Taken From Home To Alamo Pedition
The obituary reflects on General Funston's bold Alaska expedition and his decisive leadership during crises. It praises his singular authority and personal influence over troops, noting his key role in San Francisco after the earthquake and fire. The piece laments his early death at fifty one, calling him a true friend and a source of national value.
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Simple Remedy Prolonged His Life Says Dr Caldwell
An old advertisement extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle laxative to aid bowel regularity, claiming it avoids harsh purgatives. It features a Davenport Iowa user testimonial and notes the product costs fifty cents, with a free trial bottle by mail order.
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Robert LeForgee
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Regular Army and National Guard on Duty
Regular Army personnel and National Guard units are on duty to support security and readiness. Units mobilized nationwide, with observers noting heightened training and contingency planning. Public safety officials urge calm as drills continue and authorities monitor potential threats.
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Funston Funeral Plans Honorary Pallbearers Named
In San Francisco arrangements for Major General Frederick Funston funeral proceed with honorary pallbearers including Rear Admiral William F. Fullam Brigadier General William L. Sibert Brigadier General R. K. Evans Brigadier General Oscar F. Long retired Brigadier General John P. Wisher and Colonel Benjamin Alvord. Governor Hiram Johnson and Mayor Rolph Jr. expected to attend. The service will be at First Presbyterian Church after a rotunda lying in state with a soldiers and sailors escort.
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First Presbyterian Church
Tribute to Funston From Brigadier General Parker
Brigadier General James Parker paid a tribute to General Funston, praising him as a natural soldier and one of the finest officers in the army. He said Funston’s strength lay in common sense and inborn soldiering, not sheer brilliance or West Point training alone. The died of Funston marked a loss for both the army and the nation.
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James Parker
West Point
New Life From Cadomene Pills Claim Remarkable Strength Gain
Letters from readers praise Cadomene Tablets for revitalization after a grippe. W. H. Pennington of Wharton Ark reports better health after a week of use and requests the health book. D. McBride of Rochester N Y says the pills suit nervous people and is on a second box.
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Cadomene Tablets Promising Recovery Letter
A Denver reader writes that Cadomene Tablets lifted his spirits after one box and he plans to continue use until fully well. F W Barbean 1327 Inca St Denver Colo signs the note wishing the company success.
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Cadomence Tablets Promoted by Proprietors
Note states all druggists sell Cadomence Tablets described as a physician's prescription for nervous ill health. Each sealed tube bears formula and a guarantee to satisfy or money back by the proprietors.
Funston's Capture of Aguinaldo Highlighted in Era History
A quoted passage extols Funston for his decisive role in capturing Aguinaldo, calling it one of the most daring actions in U S history and noting the potential consequences had it failed.
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No Change in Road to San Antonio Gulf Purchase
The San Antonio Uvalde Gulf railroad is bought by a businessmen syndicate for one million dollars. The deal will not affect current operations or status of the railway.
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San Antonio, Uvalde & Gulf Railroad
Syndicate Faces Foreclosure Over Road Ownership
Receive A. R. Ponder says the syndicate assumes road debts and may force new owners to buy the road under fore closure. The road operates under a receivership while claims are filed and hearings decide validity. Ponder just returned from St Louis and says most buyers are former stockholders.
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A. R. Ponder
Ponder
St. Louis
Smith Named Judge for Northern and District Courts
Congressman William R. Smith of the Sixteenth district will be appointed to a newly created joint Northern and Eastern district judgeship. Senators Culberson and Sheppard will recommend his appointment to President Wilson, who will receive the recommendation as Smith retires from Congress March 4 after fourteen years of service.
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Pape's Diapepsia Sold World Wide for Stomach Relief
An ad touts Pape's Diapepsia as a rapid remedy for dyspepsia indigestion gas and sour stomach. It claims five minute relief upon contact with the stomach and positions the product as the world's best selling stomach regulator. A fifty cent case is urged for home use day or night.
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Uncle Sam Oil Company Promoter's Profit Appeal in Kansas City
The ad touts rapid oil gains in Pawnee County Oklahoma and Paola Kansas leases with new wells and a pumping plant. It claims 22 000 stockholders, 1200 barrel refineries, and plans to raise 200 000 dollars to acquire properties, drill twenty more wells, and grow production before oil hits 4.00 per barrel, urging quick subscriptions and promising strong future value.
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