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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1916

Page

7

Cooking school to be led by Jean Adams in San Antonio

Mrs. Martin Hill, KSAC graduate and YWCA domestic science instructor, assists Mrs. Jean Prescott Adams, renowned domestic science lecturer, at The San Antonio Light cooking school for women. Preparations advance with tents and exhibits ready by late February. The sessions aim to explain the cooking contest rules and entry requirements with many valuable prizes from local stores for participants.

Martin Hill Kansas State Agricultural College Young Woman's Christian Association Jean Prescott Adams San Antonio

Eidson Not Indicted by Beeville Grand Jury

Beeville Tex February 24 The Beeville grand jury returned two indictments both against Mexican nationals for murder and did not indict Chief of Police C P Eidson in the killing of Sheriff Will P Holland at the Beeville Bank lobby months ago.

Beeville Tex Grand Jury C. P. Eidson Will P. Holland McMullen County Beeville Bank & Trust Company

Oil discovery west of Beeville sets stage for Mineral Valley well

Beeville Texas February 24 A Mineral Valley Oil Company well ten miles west of Beeville shows oil and gas as it nears completion under a bonding company after a joint San Antonio company failed to finance. President Bass says indications are favorable with the well drilled to about 800 feet deep.

Beeville Beevile Tex Mineral Valley Oil Company San Antonio Bass

Swiss railroader tests flashing acetylene lamps for signaling

Acetylene lamps that emit flashes instead of steady beams are being tested by a Swiss railway official for signaling purposes. The trial explores whether intermittent light can convey signals effectively for operations.

Our Daily Special It Is A Good Thing To Know When

A compact opinion piece explores prudence in timing talks and starting conversations. The text emphasizes restraint and awareness of appropriate moments to speak or remain silent, framed as practical wisdom for daily communication.

Aguascalientes Rail Shops Rebuilt for 20-30 Locomotives Monthly

The Aguascalientes railway shops, partly destroyed during Villa withdrawals, have been extensively repaired and stocked. They aim to reconstruct, rebuild, or repair 20 to 30 locomotives monthly, now handling about 200 per year, aiding the Constitutional railways as thousands of miles of track are prepared for increased traffic. The main office seeks 15 000 ties monthly and track work continues on multiple branches.

Aguas Calientes Mex Villa Mexico Aguascalientes Constitutional Railways Juarez Torreon Monterey Carranza

Second Oil Derrick Erected in Guadalupe County

Seguin Texas February 24 A second oil derrick has been erected and development for oil begun in Guadalupe county. The latest site is on the Waller estate near Kingsbury ten miles from Seguin. E K Burr a practical oil locator in charge and he represents Chicago New York Cleveland capitalists.

Seguin Tex Guadalupe County Waller Estate Kingsbury E. K. Burr Chicago Cleveland Ohio

Guadalupe County Veteran Dies in Seguin Farm Scene

Guadalupe County reports the death of Phillip Schneider aged 73 at his Seguin area farm on a Wednesday morning. The obituary notes he was a veteran and resident of the county, with services pending. He is survived by family members.

Seguin Mr. Schneider Guadoupe County Guadalupe County Tex Phillip Schneider

Seguin Fair Nears Funding Secured

Seguin citizens have subscribed nearly the full amount needed to hold a county fair this fall. A mass meeting is planned Friday night at the county courthouse to formally organize the association and elect officers.

Seguin Tex

Sufferers Pyramid Pile Treatment Ad

An in home remedy promotes quick relief for hemorrhoids and rectal troubles with 50c per box at druggists. A single box may cure and a free trial sample with booklet is offered via a mailed plain wrapper coupon.

Pyramid Drug Company Pyramid Edg Marshall, Mich

Home Remedy Promises To Darken Gray Hair

A vintage recipe describes mixing simple ingredients bought from a druggist with water to darken gray hair. Apply daily for two weeks, then biweekly until used. The preparation claims to rid dandruff, kill dandruff germs, stop hair loss, relieve itching, and promote growth for soft glossy hair.

Domestic Science and Pure Food Exhibit at The Light

The Light announces its original annual feature the Domestic Science and Pure Food Exhibit with Mrs. Jean Prescott Adams of Chicago directing daily lectures and demonstrations February 28 to March 4. A prize baking contest closes the lectures, and many national food manufacturers will exhibit. Admission to lectures and exhibits is free with a Light coupon or by ticket from local grocers and meat and provisions dealers.

Jean Prescott Adams Chicago America San Antonio

Baking Contests at The Light Cooking School

The Light's Annual Cooking Schools feature a Baking Contest for adults on Saturday afternoon March 4 in four divisions Layer Cakes Loaf Cakes Doughnuts and Pies with top prizes around $50. Mrs Adams will provide entry details during the first two days of the school and applications are due by Thursday March 2. Last year there were over eight hundred entrants and more are expected. pastry entries will be auctioned for charity after awards on March 4.

San Antonio Adams

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